Torch parade and bonfire mark Easter celebrations in Papua

Thousands of Christians take part in a torch parade in Sorong, Southwest Papua, on Sunday (April 5, 2026). The procession, which begins at 3:00 a.m. local time, marks preparations for a joint Easter (ecumenical) service and symbolizes the presence of Jesus bringing light out of darkness. ANTARA FOTO/Olha Mulalinda/sgd/M052

Thousands of Christians take part in a torch parade in Sorong, Southwest Papua, on Sunday (April 5, 2026). The procession, which begins at 3:00 a.m. local time, marks preparations for a joint Easter (ecumenical) service and symbolizes the presence of Jesus bringing light out of darkness. ANTARA FOTO/Olha Mulalinda/sgd/M052

Christians participate in an Easter bonfire celebration on the grounds of Bethel Indonesia Church (GBI) Penuai in Manokwari, West Papua, on Saturday (April 4, 2026). The annual event commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. ANTARA FOTO/Chairil Indra/sgd/M052

Christians participate in an Easter bonfire celebration on the grounds of Bethel Indonesia Church (GBI) Penuai in Manokwari, West Papua, on Saturday (April 4, 2026). The annual event commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. ANTARA FOTO/Chairil Indra/sgd/M052