With humbleness, Masjid Jami’ Al-Huda welcomes all. It is more than just a building. It is a testament to faith and community. Let’s delve into the story of this cherished mosque.
Masjid Al Huda’s story begins in the 1950s. At that time, the Muhammadiyah movement was growing in Kampung Pulo. The mosque’s origins are linked to the dedication of Muhammadiyah figures. These early members contributed their resources to establish the organization.
It started as a simple langgar. This was a small prayer house owned by Pak Tua Naen. Later generations knew it as Langgar Pak Tua Kiran. Kiran, Naen’s son-in-law, led prayers. So the langgar became known as “Langgar Pak Tua Kiran”.
In 1949, the langgar became a mosque named Masjid Al-Barkah. Sayyid Muhammad, Ti’ih, and Muhammad Mansyur oversaw this change. This mosque still stands today. It is located south of Kampung Pulo.
Early Muhammadiyah members frequented Masjid Jami Al-Barkah. This mosque witnessed their dedication. They carried sand from the Ciliwung River. They transported it on their shoulders to build Al Barkah. They did this every Friday morning. They traveled almost 16 kilometers round trip to collect the sand.
From the Ciliwung sand, they mixed stone and lime. They built the foundation, floor, and walls of Al-Barkah. They were happy to pray in the new mosque.
Muhammad Mansyur and M. Ma’ruf played key roles at Al Barkah. They served as khatibs. They alternated with Ti’ih and Najeh from the Ahlussunnah group.
M. Ma’ruf had a strong connection to Al Barkah. He was Isnaen’s grandson. Later, the Muhammadiyah community had to leave Al Barkah. M. Ma’ruf felt conflicted. He wanted to maintain good relations with the Al Barkah community.
The Ahlussunnah group saw Muhammadiyah as rivals. They called Muhammadiyah “Wahabi.” For a while, both groups remained united. They shared the same imam and khatib for Friday prayers. However, disagreements arose. These differences eventually led to a split.
Eventually, the Muhammadiyah community was forced to leave Al Barkah. This happened one night during Ramadan. The community was shocked. They left without resistance. They valued the sanctity of the mosque and community harmony.
The Muhammadiyah community focused on building a new center for worship. They saw this as a better way to develop their mission. They moved to a musala owned by the Saenan family. This musala is now Masjid Al Hikmah. It is located on the edge of Situ Asih.
The musala was small and crowded. It was a bamboo structure measuring 4 x 6 meters. During Tarawih prayers, the musala collapsed on the third night. It was quickly repaired. The community continued their Tarawih prayers there.
Despite the hardship, the Muhammadiyah community did not give up. They collected funds to buy land. Muhammad Mansyur, Amit Disan, and Namin managed the land purchase.
Muhammadiyah Ranting Rawadenok was established in 1961. Members from Kampung Pulo joined this branch. Zakaria became the chairman. Muhammad Mansyur served as vice-chairman.
The purchased land belonged to Naung. A small musala was built on this land. It was made of bamboo with a thatched roof. It was called Musala Blandongan. This musala became the center of Muhammadiyah Ranting Pulo.
In 1965, Kiai Abdul Halim visited. He was a high-ranking official from the Ministry of Religious Affairs. After a religious gathering, community leaders spoke to Kiai Abdul Halim. They told him about being expelled from Al-Barkah. They also mentioned that they lacked a mosque for Friday prayers.
Kiai Abdul Halim advised them to officially declare the musala a mosque. The first Friday prayer was held the next day. Kiai Abdul Halim served as khatib. That musala is now the grand Masjid Jami Al-Huda.
In 1966, Muhammadiyah Ranting Pulo became independent. It separated from Muhammadiyah Ranting Rawadenok. This coincided with the establishment of other branches in Depok Barat.
Masjid Jami Al Huda has been transformed three times since its founding. The two-story mosque serves as a center for worship, education, and community activities.
Masjid Al Huda has grown thanks to donations from community members. The mosque’s leaders never collected donations on the street. They had their own principles about fundraising.
Today, Masjid Al Huda continues to improve. It strives to provide orderly services. It aims to meet the needs of the community. It adheres to Islamic teachings.