KUCHING, April 20 -- Christians were reminded to rejoice wholeheartedly in the resurrection of Jesus Christ this Easter Sunday, embracing the new hope and life it brings to all His followers.

In his homily at the St Joseph's Cathedral here today, Fr Mark Noel Bonchol delivered a heartfelt message, urging the congregation to reflect the joy of Easter visibly.

"Alleluia! Christ is risen. Today we are celebrating Easter Sunday, but I see your faces are not enthusiastic, not joyful, not rejoicing, as if you're still in the Lenten season," he said.

"Jesus has risen from the tomb, bringing new life and light, but you're still mourning. Why? Why?"

He emphasised that Easter is not only about commemorating Christ's resurrection but also about ...