The Eccles and Salford Islamic Society

03/06/2026

*Muharram 1448 (2026): Sacred Month of Allah*
First month of the Islamic new year, expected to begin on Tues 16th June 2026 subject to moon sighting.
https://www.islamic-relief.org.uk/resources/islamic-calendar/muharram/

25/05/2026

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.

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.