Christians gather in Jerusalem's Old City for Easter amid Gaza war

Despite a decrease in tourists and tempered celebrations, Christians gathered at the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem's Old City for prayer and commemoration.

Melissa Mott of King of Kings leads prayergoers during the March 31 service at the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem.

Melissa Mott of King of Kings leads prayergoers during the March 31 service at the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem.

(photo credit: MAAYAN HOFFMAN)

ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN

MARCH 31, 2024 16:02

Updated: APRIL 8, 2024 05:32

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