Worthing Masjid

 

*(Message from Worthing Masjid on the eve of Ramadhan)*

Assalamualaikum Warahmatullaahi Wabarakaatuh.

Saudi Moonsighting Authorities have confirmed that Ramadhan 2020 will begin on Friday the 24th of April.This means that the first taraweeh salah should be offered after Isha Salah tonight. (Thursday the 23rd).

The Ramadhan timetable can be downloaded from the Masjid website: (www.worthingmasjid.com) or from the Worthing Masjid facebook page.

Due to Corvid 19, the Masjid will remain closed and all activities therein will remain suspended until further notice.

However, this should not prevent us from making the most of this blessed month.

Regardless of whether the current pandemic is a trial or punishment, the solution to this crisis, undoubtedly lies in sincere repentance and making duaa. Ramadhan is the Month of Allah’s forgiveness and mercy.

We should spend as much time as possible during this blessed month, fasting, reciting the Holy Quran, worshipping Allah سبحانه وتعالى in abundance and serving humanity. In all circumstances we must try to abstain from the disobedience of Allah سبحانه وتعالى which is the primary reason for adverse conditions.

We should also use this opportunity to increase our knowledge of Islam and improve our recitation of the Holy Quran. Alhamdulillah, modern technology provides us with many ways to do this.

In Shaa Allah all of the above will bring much needed Noor ( light) and guidance into our homes.
A believer looks for opportunities and positives in every condition.

Please do not hesitate to contact the Masjid if you or anyone you know require any assistance due to the lockdown. This includes assistance with Suhoor and Iftar meals. (We are always happy to help)

Finally, I pray that Allah SWA grants all of us the most spiritually uplifting and blessed month of Ramadhan. I also pray that Allah S.W.A showers his mercy and forgiveness upon us so we can open the doors of his house to pray and break fast together again very soon. (Ameen)

 

Imam Idris Nawab
(On behalf of Wothing Masjid)

 

Assalamualaikum

Please be informed that according to the Saudi Calendar ( which we follow in our Masjid for all Islamic dates) Shabe Baraat will begin after Maghrib on Tuesday the 7th of April.

Idris Nawab
(On behalf of Worthing Masjid)

 

Assalamualaikum,

This is a public service message by the Worthing
Islamic Society in regards to the Coronavirus.

As of 11/03/20, the World Health Organization has declared the outbreak of Coronovirus (Covid-19) a pandemic. Against this backdrop, there are 456 confirmed cases and 6 deaths in the UK at the time of writing (12/03/20). The Government and Chief Medical Officer have also stated that the peak of the virus is yet to come. The virus is more deadly for the elderly and those with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, immune suppression, and chronic lung disease.

Given the above and based on the guidance we have received from National Muslim organisations and Health officials , we offer the following advice:

1) Do not attend any Mosque activity if you experience ( no matter how mild) any symptoms of the Virus. These include respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. In this instance, you are excused from the congregational prayers (including Jumua)

2) It is religiously obligatory (wajib) for you to keep away and self-isolate if you have been diagnosed with Coronavirus in order to prevent the virus from spreading. Preventing harm, especially to others, takes precedence over attaining benefit

3) If you experience symptoms, keep a 2-metre distance from others and self isolate.

4) Please try to make wudhu at home. If wudhu has to be done in the mosque, please ensure you bin paper towels after use.

5) Please use hand sanitiser stations which are installed in the Masjid. There is a near consensus amongst scholars that these are permissible to use due to the alcohol ingredient in it being ethanol. If however you are still concerned that the alcohol in these santisiers is considered religiously impure, (najis) simply wash with water after use. This will suffice to remove the najasah.

6) Try to avoid physical contact, maintain general good hygiene and take care of your health more generally, as it is an amanah (sacred trust) from Allah

7) The elderly and the chronically ill should take extra precautions because they are at greater risk of death from Coronavirus. We strongly and politely encourage these groups to pray at home.

8) If there is a need to cough or sneeze, please use a tissue and bin it as soon as possible.

9) You should wash your hands thoroughly for at least 20 seconds when returning home

 

Alongside this, we offer the following general advice to the community :

a. Whilst taking reasonable precautions to protect ourselves, do not become fearful: everything happens by the Decree of Allah

b. Avoid forwarding unconfirmed news reports on social media or elsewhere, for the Prophet (s) said, ‘sufficient for a person to be considered a liar is that they spread news without confirming it’. (Muslim)

c. Remember the fragility of human life, and our ultimate return to our Lord. Turn to Allah in hope, longing, patience and prayer.

Allahumma inni A’udhu Bika Minal Barasi, Wal Jununi wal Juthami, Wa Min Si’il Asqami (Abu Dawud)

Also, we must be prepared to support those who are vulnerable and those who are isolating themselves out of precaution.

May Allah guide us to do what is best and protect all people.

Currently, there are no plans to halt congregational prayers or close the Madrasah. However, we are carefully monitoring expert advice and are prepared for any eventuality.

Please forward this message to all your Muslim contacts who are residents in Worthing and surrounding areas.

Jazakallah

Imam Idris Nawab
(On behalf of Worthing Masjid)

 

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