The Eccles and Salford Islamic Society

12/04/2026

**UPDATE: Janazah of Muneba Qureshi will now be on Monday 13th April Immediately after Zuhr (1:30 PM) Eccles Mosque, insha'Allah**

11/04/2026

** UPDATE: will now be on Monday **

Funeral Announcement
Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilayhi Raji’un

As-salamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,

With heavy hearts and full submission to the will of Allah, we announce the passing of Muneba Qureshi (may Allah have mercy on her).

Beloved Wife, devoted Mother and loving Sister.

We kindly invite everyone to attend the Janazah prayer and make du‘a for her.

Janazah Prayer:
📅 Monday 13th April
🕐 Immediately after Zuhr (1:30 PM)

📍 Eccles Masjid
9 Liverpool Road, Eccles
Manchester, M30 0WB

The Janazah prayer will take place straight after Zuhr, followed by immediate burial.

Burial:
📍 Peel Green Cemetery
Cemetery Road, Eccles
Manchester, M30 7LW

We ask Allah to forgive her, have mercy upon her, expand her grave, and grant her Jannatul Firdaus. May Allah grant patience and strength to her family.

Guests are kindly requested to return to Eccles Masjid for food.

Everyone is kindly requested to come and pay their kind respects condolences, at the Mosque as the family will all be there and not at their usual residences.

10/04/2026

Tonight's 5pm special talk at Eccles masjid. Pls try to attend in person, brothers and sisters welcome. Or listen online via ecclesmosque.org.uk or
https://ecsmsq.mixlr.com/events/4977344

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*Upcoming Event:* Atheism and Contemporary Issues
*Date:* Friday 10th April
*Time:* 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
*Location:* Eccles Mosque

🎤 *Guest Speaker:*
Maulana Saifudin Nisar
(Founder of Al-Jawāhir Academy and author of “Contemporary Theological Challenges and their Solutions”)

Eccles Mosque Invites the community to join us for an insightful Q&A session addressing modern challenges to faith, including atheism, and exploring rational Islamic arguments relevant to modern Challenges.

This is a valuable opportunity for youngsters and adults alike to strengthen their understanding and engage with important contemporary discussions.

Brothers and Sisters are welcome — please attend and benefit, and share with family and friends.

Refreshments will be provided.

*Date:* Friday 10th April *Time:* 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM *Location:* Eccles Mosque 🎤 *Guest Speaker:* Maulana Saifudin Nisar (Founder of Al-Jawāhir Academy and author of “Contemporary Theological Challenges and their Solutions”) Eccles Mosque Invites the community to join us for an insightful Q...

08/04/2026

*Upcoming Event:* Atheism and Contemporary Issues
*Date:* Friday 10th April
*Time:* 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
*Location:* Eccles Mosque

🎤 *Guest Speaker:*
Maulana Saifudin Nisar
(Founder of Al-Jawāhir Academy and author of “Contemporary Theological Challenges and their Solutions”)

Eccles Mosque Invites the community to join us for an insightful Q&A session addressing modern challenges to faith, including atheism, and exploring rational Islamic arguments relevant to modern Challenges.

This is a valuable opportunity for youngsters and adults alike to strengthen their understanding and engage with important contemporary discussions.

Brothers and Sisters are welcome — please attend and benefit, and share with family and friends.

Refreshments will be provided.

30/03/2026

20/03/2026

*Salford Eid Prayers - Friday 20th March*

Assalamu alaikum and Eid Mubarak

1. Eccles Mosque 7am, 8am & 9am (Khutbah English)
5 Liverpool Rd, Eccles, M30 0WB
https://maps.app.goo.gl/zdypYv5UjQE7mAKk9

*janazah after 2nd jumah today inshallah of brother Faruq Muhammad who passed away in the blessed month of Ramadan last week age 78, Allah yarham. (2nd jumah starts 13.15, ends 13.45).

Other local communities doing Eid Prayer:

2. Salford Sudanese Community 9.00am (Khutbah Arabic)
(LASGIDI Hall) 34 Wellington Road, Eccles M30 0NP
https://maps.app.goo.gl/NjwzuX43pbYA56847
Bring your prayer mat… cakes… and tea!

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3. Swinton Islamic Society 8.30am (men only)
Lowry District Scouts, Lynton Road, Swinton M27 6HD
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pm58VdW6UXwqLeU46

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4. Cadishead & Irlam Islamic Centre 8am (Khutbah English)
669 Liverpool Rd, Irlam, M44 5GQ
https://maps.app.goo.gl/cX8SMQcQQ2HEkGS89

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5. Salford Islamic Centre 7am, 8am & 9am (Khutbah English)
178 Langworthy Road, Langworthy, M6 5PP
https://maps.app.goo.gl/8bft35kFXtzUaEGP6

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6. Al-Fajr group Little Hulton, organised by Egyptian community & bring a dish 9am (Khutbah Arabic/English)
St Paul Peel, Parish Community Hall, Manchester Rd W, Little Hulton, M38 9EG
https://maps.app.goo.gl/YAA8QMAZbkAHyTMM7
Please use the alternative parking at Home Bargains:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/jcfRKmwezfdJ4goz9

Bringing joy to Muslim children Reviving the joy of Eid
Supporting work that serves Muslim families in our community
If you care that Muslim children in Walkden, Little Hulton, and nearby areas experience the joy of Eid just as they see Christmas celebrations and gifts everywhere, please support us.
Your donation to Al-Fajr Group helps provide Eid gifts
Donations: https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QC0J7KKM

🎉 Celebration Program:
• Eid gathering will start immediately after the prayer
• Gifts for children 🎁
• Community breakfast (Dish Party) – each family is encouraged to bring a small dish (beans, cheese, jam, bread, etc.)
• Exchanging greetings and enjoying a warm community atmosphere

The celebration will continue, in shā’ Allāh, until Jumu’ah prayer.

07/03/2026

Funeral Announcement

Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilayhi Raji’un

As-salamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,

With hearts full of faith in Allah’s decree, we announce the passing of our dear aunty, Hanood Ali (may Allah have mercy on her), who returned to her Lord during this blessed month of Ramadan, a month of mercy, forgiveness, and immense reward.

She was the beloved wife of Ali Abdul-Wahab, the loving mother of Ahmed and Hamed Ali, and the beloved grandmother of Osama Ahmed, Mohammed Ahmed, and Zakarya Alkhulaidi.

We kindly invite everyone to attend, pray for her, and make du‘a on her behalf, seeking the reward of Allah.

Salat al-Janazah (Funeral Prayer):
📅 Tomorrow (Sunday)
🕐 Straight after Dhuhr prayer (12:45 PM)
📍 Eccles Masjid
5 Liverpool Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 0WB

Burial:
📍 Peel Green Cemetery
Cemetery Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 7RJ
Burial will take place immediately after the Janazah prayer.

Ta‘ziya / ‘Azza (Condolences):
🕒 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Yemeni Community Centre
1 Gladstone Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 0WY

We ask Allah to forgive her, have mercy upon her, make her grave a garden from the gardens of Paradise, and grant patience, strength, and comfort to her family.

May Allah accept her in this blessed month of Ramadan and raise her ranks among the righteous.

*إعلان جنازة*

إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُون

السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته

بقلوب مؤمنة بقضاء الله وقدره نعلن وفاة عمتنا العزيزة هنود علي رحمها الله، التي انتقلت إلى رحمة الله تعالى في هذا الشهر المبارك، شهر رمضان، شهر الرحمة والمغفرة والأجر العظيم.

وهي زوجة علي عبدالوهاب، ووالدة أحمد علي وحامد علي، والجدة الحبيبة لكلٍ من أسامة أحمد، محمد أحمد، وزكريا الخليدي.

ندعو الجميع لحضور صلاة الجنازة والدعاء لها، سائلين الله أن يتقبل دعاءكم ويجزيكم الأجر.

صلاة الجنازة:
📅 غداً (الأحد)
🕐 بعد صلاة الظهر مباشرة (12:45 ظهراً)
📍 مسجد إكليس
5 Liverpool Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 0WB

الدفن:
📍 مقبرة بيل غرين
Cemetery Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 7RJ
وسيتم الدفن مباشرة بعد صلاة الجنازة.

العزاء:
🕒 من 2:30 مساءً حتى 5:00 مساءً
📍 المركز اليمني
1 Gladstone Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 0WY

نسأل الله تعالى أن يغفر لها ويرحمها، وأن يجعل قبرها روضة من رياض الجنة، وأن يلهم أهلها وذويها الصبر والسلوان.

اللهم تقبلها في هذا الشهر المبارك، وارفع درجتها في عليين، واجمعنا بها في جناتك جنات النعيم.

17/02/2026

🌙 *Ramadhan Announcement from Eccles mosque*

Assalāmu ‘alaykum wa raḥmatullāhi wa barakātuh,

We are pleased to announce that *Taraweeh will commence tonight, Tuesday 17th Febuary 2026 at 19:30, in shā’ Allāh*.

(The month of Ramadan will start at sunset tonight)

The *first fast of Ramadhan will be tomorrow Wednesday 18th Febuary 2026*, in shā’ Allāh.

May Allah allow us to witness this blessed month in good health and īmān, accept our siyām and qiyām, and grant us Laylat al-Qadr.

Please share with family and friends.

Ramadhan Mubārak 🌙

09/02/2026

Assalamu alaikum, With great joy and gratitude to Allah ﷻ, we invite our respected community members and families to attend the Hifdh Completion Ceremony at Eccles Mosque, marking the completion of the Qur’an by Hafidh Bassam Almakhafi — the first Ḥāfiẓ of Eccles Mosque Madrassah.

Date & Time: Sunday 15th February 2026
After Maghrib Ṣalāh (17:23)

Location: Eccles Mosque, 5 Liverpool Rd, Eccles, Manchester M30 0WB

We are honoured to host our esteemed guest:
* Sheikh M***i Shabbir Ahmad Saheb
(Senior Lecturer of Hadeeth at Jamiatul Ilm wal Huda, Blackburn)

* Sheikh Dr Mahmood Chandia Saheb
(Senior Lecturer of Hadeeth and Tafsir and Senior Lecturer at the
University of Lancashire)

* Qari Faidullah Bhayat Saheb
(Ustadh of Tajweed, Darul Uloom Bury)

▪️This is not only a personal achievement, but a victory and honour for the entire community
▪️Supporting a Ḥāfiẓ of the Qur’an is among the rights of the Qur’an and its carriers
▪️ Your presence inspires our children and youth to walk the path of the Qur’an
▪️ This historic moment marks the fruits of our collective effort, duʿā’, and commitment to sacred knowledge

We humbly appeal to every household to attend. This ceremony is your right and your moment as a community, as we welcome and honour the Ḥāfiẓ from among us. By attending, you affirm that the Qur’an is central in our lives, homes, and future generations.

Food will be served after the programme
Segregated facilities available for sisters

We sincerely ask you to join us, make duʿā’, and share in the barakah of this milestone for our masjid and community.
جزاكم الله خيرا

06/02/2026

Janazah (Funeral) Announcement

Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilayhi Raji’un

As-salamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,

With hearts full of faith in Allah’s decree, we announce the passing of our dear uncle, Mohammed Abdul Kader, also known as Sharaf Abdul Kader (may Allah have mercy on him), who has returned to his Lord.

He leaves behind his wife, children, and grandchildren.

We kindly invite everyone to attend, pray for him, and make du‘a on his behalf, seeking the reward of Allah.

Salat al-Janazah (Funeral Prayer):
📅 Tomorrow (Saturday 7th February)
🕐 Straight after Dhuhr prayer (12:45 PM)
📍 Eccles Masjid
5 Liverpool Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 0WB

Burial:
📍 Peel Green Cemetery
Cemetery Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 7RJ

Burial will take place immediately after the Janazah prayer.

We ask Allah to forgive him, have mercy upon him, make his grave a garden from the gardens of Paradise, and grant patience, strength, and comfort to his family.

Ta‘ziya / ‘Azza (Condolences):
🕒 After Maghrib Prayer (17:07)
📍 Yemeni Community Centre
1 Gladstone Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 0WY

*إعلان جنازة*

إنا لله وإنا إليه راجعون

السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته،

بقلوبٍ مؤمنةٍ بقضاء الله وقدره، ننعى إليكم وفاة عمّنا العزيز محمد عبد القادر، المعروف أيضًا بـ شرف عبد القادر (رحمه الله تعالى)، الذي انتقل إلى رحمة الله.

وقد خلّف وراءه زوجته وأبناءه وأحفاده.

ندعو الجميع للحضور والمشاركة في الصلاة عليه، والدعاء له، واحتساب الأجر عند الله ﷻ.

صلاة الجنازة:
📅 غدًا (السبت 7 فبراير)
🕐 مباشرة بعد صلاة الظهر (12:45 ظهرًا)
📍 مسجد إكليس
5 Liverpool Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 0WB

الدفن:
📍 مقبرة بيل غرين
Cemetery Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 7RJ

🕊 سيتم الدفن مباشرة بعد صلاة الجنازة.

نسأل الله ﷻ أن يغفر له، ويرحمه، ويجعل قبره روضةً من رياض الجنة، وأن يلهم أهله الصبر والسلوان، ويمنّ عليهم بالثبات والراحة.

التعزية (العزاء):
🕒 بعد صلاة المغرب (17:07)
📍 مركز الجالية اليمنية
1 Gladstone Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 0WY

31/01/2026

Feb & Mar 2026 (+ Ramadan 1447) Timetable
[PDF download]: https://bit.ly/4boQSjU

Sha'ban 1447: The Neglected Month
https://www.islamic-relief.org.uk/resources/islamic-calendar/shaban/

Ramadan 1447: The Month of Fasting
https://www.islamic-relief.org.uk/giving/islamic-giving/ramadan/