The Mayor and City Councillors  of Georgetown have noted that Easter is a very significant period  in the Christian calendar and  a time when  persons  reflect upon sacrifice, goodness and life.

In a message wishing  Happy Easter, they  also said that this  is a time when Christians study the teachings of Jesus the Christ.

“On reflecting on his messages, he demonstrated a keen sense of awareness for the natural environment.  For example, he spoke many parables to his followers  using every-day events and activities which involved the natural environment such as farming, fishing and building. Though these had and still have deeper spiritual meanings, we can draw certain special lessons from them, particularly in this time of global warming and climate change,” the message stated.

It further urged that persons  “use this period to contemplate  innovative ways of harnessing the vast potentials  of our environment  to overcome the challenges of climate change.”

“As you celebrate Easter with traditional kite flying  and other social activities,” the message continued,  “we trust that you would develop a greater sense of appreciation for the environment and a serious commitment to care it.”