Good Friday 2021: Honoring the Holiest Day of the Christian Calendar
Good Friday is one of the most solemn and significant days in the Christian calendar, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ—an event central to Christian faith and theology. Each year, millions of Christians worldwide observe Good Friday through fasting, prayer, and special church services. In 2021, Good Friday falls on April 2, marking the beginning of the Easter weekend and leading to the joyful celebration of Jesus’ resurrection on Easter Sunday.
Known by various names such as Holy Friday, Black Friday, or Great Friday, Good Friday is a day of sorrow, reflection, and repentance. It reminds believers of Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice on the cross at Calvary, and of the profound love and mercy offered through his death and resurrection.
