General Secretary Update

Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wo barakatuhu.

As the Government COVID guidelines are changing it feels as though we are moving towards more normal times.

With a busy period fast approaching, we are looking ahead to our Ramadan arrangements for April Inshah Allah.

This is a time where we rely on heavier fund raising for the new Masjid and we will ask our Community to once again dig deep whilst we try to push forward with the development.

I want to take this opportunity to say that the Community has given a lot and will continue to give and may Allah subhana wa ta’ala open up our generosity, but ultimately we are using the opportunity given by Allah subhana wa ta’ala to provide for ourselves for now and the hereafter.

Consider the endless rewards of Sadaqah Jaria and how this is multiplied by giving in Ramadan.

Read the full article in KMWALTR #003

Introducing Book Corner

We’ll recommend books by and about Muslims to add to your reading list. First up, these five books are great for teaching children – Muslim and non-Muslim – about Ramadan and Eid.

Ramadan Around the World by Ndaa Hassan

This picture book introduces children to how Muslims from a variety of countries and cultures mark Ramadan.

£18.99, Anafiya Gifts

The Most Exciting Eid by Zeba Talkhani, illustrated by Abeeha Tariq

A beautiful picture book about a little girl who doesn’t want to share a bike on Eid, but who soon learns the value of kindness.

£6.99, Scholastic

Ramadan Moon by Na’ima B. Robert and Sharon All

This lyrical picture book follows the journey of the moon over Ramadan and shows why the month is so special for Muslims.

£6.99, Frances Lincoln Children’s Books

Baby Touch: Happy Eid!

This touch and feel board book will engage a baby’s senses while introducing them to Eid.

£5.99, Ladybird

All About Eid by Sarah Shaffi, illustrated by Aaliya Jaleel

This activity book includes recipes and crafts, as well as facts about Ramadan and Eid.

£6.99, Scholastic

Stay up to date with book club by following the KMWALTR News Letter

Visit the New Masjid Site in Ramadaan

We are happy to announce that tours in Ramadaan of the New Masjid site will take place from:

10am – 12 noon on Fridays in Ramadaan in shah Allah.

If there is enough demand we can organise more visits in shah Allah.
The address for the New Masjid is:

71 Railway Street,
Gillingham,
Kent,
ME7 1YF

Please note that this is a construction site at the moment – Please do not think that we have already relocated to the above address.

As previously stated the normal Ramadaan activities – All 5 daily prayers, Sehri, Iftaar, Taraweh etc… will be carried out at Gillingham Masjid – 114 Canterbury Street – as per previous years. The Masjid will be open to both men and Women in shah Allah to carry out their Ibaadat should they wish to use it.

Mother’s Day is Everyday

When you were 1 year old, she fed you and bathed you. You thanked her by crying all night long.

When you were 2 years old, she taught you to walk. You thanked her by running away when she called.

When you were 3 years old, she made all your meals with love. You thanked her by tossing your plate on the floor.

When you were 4 years old, she gave you some crayons. You thanked her by colouring the dining room table.

When you were 5 years old, she dressed you for the holidays. You thanked her by plopping into the nearest pile of mud.

Read the full article in KMWALTR #004