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بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْم

Eid is a celebration for the whole Ummah – and that includes our youngest members.

We are pleased to announce that KMWA has lifted the previous restriction on children aged 5 and under attending Eid prayers. All children are now warmly and wholeheartedly welcome to join their families at Gillingham Mosque for Eid Salah, insha’Allah.

The Prophet ﷺ said: “He is not one of us who does not show mercy to our young ones.”
Our children are the future of this community and there is no more fitting place for them than standing alongside their families in the house of Allah ﷻ on the most joyful days of the Islamic calendar.

We ask parents to keep little ones close and to be mindful of other worshippers during prayers, but let there be no doubt – your children belong here, and we look forward to celebrating Eid together as one community, young and old.

May Allah ﷻ bless our children, grant them love for the Masjid from an early age, and unite our community in joy this Eid.

عِيدٌ مُبَارَكٌ – Eid Mubarak in advance to you all 🌙

🕌 Alhamdulillah – New Carpets at Gillingham Mosque

بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْم

We are delighted to share that Gillingham Mosque has been blessed with brand new carpets, Alhamdulillah.

This project was made possible entirely through the generosity of our community. Every contribution -whether given at Jummah, by bank transfer, or quietly and anonymously -came together to make this a reality. May Allah ﷻ accept from each and every one of you and reward you abundantly in this life and the next.

A heartfelt Jazākum Allāhu Khayran to all our donors, volunteers, and community members who supported this initiative. You are the heart of this Masjid.

Fresh carpets beneath our feet as we stand before Allah ﷻ in prayer – may this be more than just a renovation. May it be a symbol of renewal, unity and positive change for KMWA and our community. We begin this new chapter with gratitude, with hope, and with a firm commitment to continuing to improve and serve our community in the best way possible, insha’Allah.

The doors of Gillingham Mosque are open. Come, pray, and feel at home.

آمِيْنُ يَا رَبَّ الْعَالَمِيْن

Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh, dear brothers and sisters,

15th Shaban will be on 2nd Feb Monday night. Below is the Hadith which mentions the virtues of the 15 night of Shaban.

There will be a talk by Molana Irfan on 2nd February after Isha at Gillingham masjid inshaAllah. Isha is at 7:00 pm.

Alī (raḍiy Allāhu ʿanhu) narrated that the Messenger (ﷺ) stated,

“When it is the night of the middle of Sha’bān, do Qiyām in the night, and fast in the morning, for Verily Allah descends during the night (from sunset) to the nearest heavens.

Allah then announces:

‘Is there anyone who is asking for forgiveness so that I can forgive them, is there anyone who needs sustenance (rizq) that I may give it to him, who is in distress that I may relieve his distress?’

Many other similar proclamations are made, and this continues till fajr.”

The Gillingham masjid will remain open on next Monday night.

Jazāk Allāhu Khayran.
Irfan Aziz
General Secretary KMWA

We’re excited to welcome you to the new KMWA Digital Membership, making it easier than ever to stay connected and have your say in the future of our mosque.

Why join?
✅ Be part of a growing community
✅ Gain voting rights
✅ Stay informed and involved

💳 Only £10 per year – supporting your mosque while staying connected.

How it works:
1️⃣ Fill out the simple online form: kmwa.org.uk/register/general
2️⃣ You’ll get a digital account (don’t worry – it’s easy!), but it won’t be active just yet.
3️⃣ Our trustees will review your application.
4️⃣ Once approved, your account will be activated.
5️⃣ You’ll receive a warm welcome email from hello@kmwa.org.uk, including your Digital Membership and Voting ID.

🕌 Whether you’re young or old, tech-savvy or not – we’re here to support you every step of the way. This new system brings our community together, with transparency, accessibility, and unity.

Jazākum Allāhu khayran for being part of KMWA. Let your voice be heard!

P.S. We also offer a lifetime membership option for those who prefer a one-time contribution: kmwa.org.uk/register/lifetime/