Dubai churches release their schedule and list of services for the upcoming Easter celebrations.
Dubai: Christian communities across the UAE are preparing for Easter, with numerous churches publishing their Holy Week schedules to serve the country’s diverse, multicultural population.
In Dubai, churches have shared service timings in multiple languages, catering to the wide variety of nationalities among worshippers.
St. Mary’s and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Oud Metha, one of the largest Catholic parishes worldwide, has released its schedule of Masses across different rites and languages.
Good Friday, April 3
- 5:00 AM: Syro-Malabar Rite (Malayalam)
- 8:00 AM: Latin Rite (Tamil)
- 8:30 AM: Latin Rite (Konkani)
- 8:30 AM: Latin Rite (Urdu)
- 10:30 AM: Latin Rite (Sinhalese)
- 11:00 AM: Latin Rite (Filipino)
- 3:00 PM: Latin Rite (English)
- 6:00 PM: Latin Rite (English)
- 8:30 PM: Latin Rite (Arabic)
Holy Saturday, April 4
(Schedule to follow…)
- 7:00 AM: Morning Prayer
- 3:00 PM: Latin Rite (English)
- 5:00 PM: Latin Rite (French)
- 8:00 PM: Latin Rite (English)
- 11:00 PM: Latin Rite (Arabic)
Easter Sunday, April 5
- 3:00 AM: Syro-Malabar Rite (Malayalam)
- 5:30 AM: Latin Rite (English)
- 7:00 AM: Latin Rite (English)
- 8:30 AM: Latin Rite (English)
- 10:00 AM: Latin Rite (English)
- 11:30 AM: Latin Rite (Arabic)
- 3:00 PM: Latin Rite (English)
- 4:30 PM: Latin Rite (English)
- 6:00 PM: Latin Rite (English)
- 7:30 PM: Latin Rite (English)
- 8:45 PM: Latin Rite (Malayalam)
- 9:00 PM: Maronite Rite (Arabic)
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Jebel Ali has urged parishioners to strictly follow safety guidelines. The church stressed that no outdoor gatherings will be allowed, and indoor entry will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Additionally, all Eucharistic celebrations will be streamed online, and language-specific Masses have been replaced with English. The church’s schedule of services is as follows:
Good Friday, April 3
- 5:00 AM: Syro-Malabar
- 8:00 AM: English
- 9:30 AM: English
- 11:30 AM: English
- 3:00 PM: English
- 5:00 PM: English
- 7:00 PM: English
- 9:30 PM: Maronite
Holy Saturday, April 4
- 3:00 PM: Vigil Mass
- 5:00 PM: Vigil Mass
- 7:00 PM: Vigil Mass
- 9:00 PM: Vigil Mass
- 11:30 PM: Vigil Mass
Easter Sunday, April 5
- 5:00 AM: Syro-Malabar
- 7:30 AM: English
- 9:00 AM: English
- 10:30 AM: English
- 12:00 PM: Maronite
- 1:30 PM: English
- 3:00 PM: English
- 5:30 PM: English
- 7:00 PM: English
Holy Trinity Church
Holy Trinity Church, also in Oud Metha, is maintaining its regular weekly schedule, according to its administrative assistant.
- 9:30 AM: Holy Communion Service
- 7:30 PM: Holy Communion Service
Since its inauguration in 1970, Holy Trinity Church has served Anglican worshippers in the UAE. It ministers to more than 25,000 Christians and has expanded its reach from Dubai to other emirates, including Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah.
St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church
St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church in Jebel Ali will observe the last Friday of Holy Lent on April 3 with the following schedule:
- 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM: General Anointing Prayer
- 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Holy Liturgy
St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church has been serving Coptic congregations in the UAE since 2008. Its 25,000-square-foot site in Jebel Ali was gifted by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, as a gesture of appreciation for Egyptian Christians and their contributions to the country.
The Mar Thoma Parish
Meanwhile, The Mar Thoma Parish in Jebel Ali has announced its full schedule of services for the season.
Good Friday, April 3
Good Friday, April 3
- 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Service 1 (Malayalam)
- 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Service 2 (Malayalam)
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Service 3 (English)
Easter, April 4
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Service 1 Holy Qurbana (Malayalam)
- 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Service 2 Holy Qurbana (Malayalam)
Easter, April 5
- 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Service 3 Holy Communion (English)
The Mar Thoma Parish has been serving Keralite Christians since its establishment in 1969. From its modest beginnings, it has grown into a congregation of around 5,000, making it one of the largest parishes in the Mar Thoma Church.
A Time of Reflection and Celebration
Holy Week, culminating in Easter Sunday, is one of the most important periods in the Christian calendar, commemorating the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
In the UAE, churches play a vital role in uniting communities from diverse cultural backgrounds to celebrate their faith.
Worshippers attending during this period are encouraged to plan ahead and stay updated in case additional services are announced.
