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Jumuah 1pmPoverty Relief
Our Poverty Relief project supports over 200 service users, individuals and families, from across Glasgow, every week.
At least 150 food & essentials parcels are prepacked by volunteers, as well as a selection of items available for those who wish to pick what they need. We also deliver to 27 vulnerable service users.
The programme is a lifeline for many people who are destitute or don’t have access to services and we can only sustain it through the generous support of our community.
It is related from Ummul Mo’mineen Aishah رضي الله عنها from the Messenger of Allah صلى الله عليه و سلم; he said, “Indeed Allah does rear a date and a morsel as one of you rears His foal or calf until it (the date or morsel which has been donated) becomes like Mount Uhud.” (Saheeh Ibn Hiban in Targheeb)
Donate Now or sponsor a food pack for £10 per week.
Bank Transfer or Standing Order
Account Name: Jamiat Ittihad-ul-Muslimin
Sort Code: 80-07-61
Account No: 00511932
Hypertension Awareness
Glasgow Central Mosque is pleased to continue working in partnership with the NHS, British Heart Foundation and University of Glasgow to raise awareness about Hypertension.
High blood pressure (Hypertension) is a common condition that affects a significant number of adults. If left untreated, it can lead to serious health problems. 1 in 3 adults require treatment for high blood pressure at some point in their lives.
This Friday 17th May, from 11.30am to 3pm, there will be stands in both the men’s and women’s foyer areas within Glasgow Central Mosque.
Come along and have your blood pressure measured. We encourage all to participate.
Sudan Emergency Appeal
More than a year of civil war has led to one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises in Sudan. Half of Sudan’s population, over 24 million people, are affected:
– 9 million+ displaced
– Largest child displacement crisis in the world.
– 18m+ Sudanese have acute food insecurity
– 700k children suffering from severe malnutrition.
– Over 70% of health facilities in conflict-affected areas no longer functional
– Two-thirds of the population lack access to health care.
Glasgow Central Masjid will be launching its appeal for donations tomorrow to support the humanitarian effort.
Please donate generously through cash and contactless at the mosque or by bank transfer.
Account Name: Jamiat Ittihad-ul-Muslimin
Account No: 00511932
Sort Code: 80-07-61
Reference: SUDAN
May Allah swt grant our brothers and sisters strength and patience during this difficult period.
Wudhu Area Refurbishment
By the grace of Allah swt, the refurbishment of both Wudhu areas is now complete. We thank you for your patience during the works.
The men’s wudhu area has gone through a complete overhaul with the project undertaken by a reputable contractor, having worked with the Scottish Government and national supermarkets.
The redesigned floorplan in both the male and female wudhu areas was chosen through detailed consultation with a leading architect who oversaw the projects. The materials selected were of the highest standards with Porcelain tiles and Quartz carefully selected direct from Italy, and single lever taps made bespoke in Germany.
The completed works has resulted in a fit for purpose ablution area with an increased capacity to cater for our growing congregation.
We invite you all to visit your new look wudhu areas at Glasgow Central Mosque.
May Allah swt accept the efforts of all those who contributed to this project. And make our Masjid a source of blessing for the entire city and beyond.
Jaz’a’kallah Khair
MEN’S WUDHU AREA
FEMALE WUDHU AREA
Fitrana Distribution
Glasgow Central Mosque works with carefully selected NGO partners to ensure 100% of your donations are distributed directly to the needy. In the month of Ramadhan 2024, your fitrana donations have been funding projects in Africa, the Middle East and Asia including:
• 165 monthly food packs in Pakistan
• 60 monthly food packs in Yemen
• 300 monthly rice packs in Gambia
• 52 monthly food packs in Mali
This is a collective community effort which is only possible through your generous donations and the dedication of the volunteers from both GCM and oversees who help plan and distribute much needed help.
May Allah swt accept everyone’s giving and efforts.
Pakistan
Yemen
Mali
Gambia
Shawwal Timetable
Alhamdulillah we are pleased to make available the 2024 Shawwal timetable.
Observing six days of fasting during Shawwal together with the Ramadan fasts, are equivalent to fasting all year round (Sahih Muslim).
May Allah (swt) grant us the strength and ability to keep these six additional fasts.
Eid Al-Fitr 2024 Announcement
I’tikaf 2024
Alhamdulillah, the opportunity to enter the Masjid as a Mu’takif for I’tikaf is now available.
Brothers wishing to perform I’tikaf at Glasgow Central Mosque should complete the I’tikaf Registration Form which can be downloaded here and must be submitted to the main office, 1 Mosque Avenue, Glasgow, G5 9TA. Alternatively, a hard copy is available from Glasgow Central Mosque.
Please note we have provision for wudhu and shower facilities with the ongoing refurbishment at GCM.
Applicants must be aged 16 & over, and you must abide by all guidelines in the Masjid.
When will I’tikaf begin?
I’tikaf will begin at Maghrib on Saturday 30th March (the night of 21st Ramadhan) In’sha’Allah.
Sisters can dedicate an area/room at home where they may remain for their I’tikaf. Read more in our I’tikaf guidance for women.
What is I’tikaf?
“To confine oneself in a mosque for prayers, invocations and Ibadah, leaving the worldly activities for a limited number of days”
I’tikaf is a Sunnah of our beloved Prophet ﷺ. It is related on the authority of our mother Ayesha (RA) that:
“The Apostle of Allah ﷺ observed I’tikaf in the last ten days of Ramadhan, until the end of his life. After his death, his wives continued with it.” – Bukhari and Muslim.
The purpose of I’tikaf is to seek a favourable environment in which one can get closer to Allah (SWT). This confinement and devotion distances preoccupations with worldly life; allowing one to attain inner composure, serenity and focus purely on the greater eternal reality. The aim being to reach a state of mind whereby all fears, hopes and apprehensions are superseded by love, devotion, and remembrance of Allah (SWT).
May Allah (SWT) accept our fasting, prayers and worship during this blessed month.
Nomination for Executive Committee 2024/26
The Nomination Period for candidates for the 2024-2026 Executive Committee is now open.
Members of the Society* are invited to nominate candidates who may be considered as Executive Committee members.
Nominated candidates must be:
– Members of the Society; and
– Nominated by two other Members of the Society
Nomination forms must be completed and submitted to the General Secretary by 31 March 2024 (6pm) and may be submitted in one of the following ways:
– By post to the GCM Main Office and marked “For the attention of the General Secretary”; or
– A scanned copy of the form sent by email to secretary@centralmosque.co.uk. Click here to download a copy.
Jaz’a’kallah Khair
* Members of the Society means Ordinary Members (2024 to 2026) or Life Members
Ramadhan Announcement
1st Ramadhan 1445 – Monday 11th March 2024
