Nestled within the green embrace of Newbury Park, East London, stands the Newbury Park Masjid. It’s a place of serenity, a testament to community spirit and dedication. Newbury Park Masjid began its journey in 2008. A small group of local Muslims envisioned a place for prayer and congregation. There were no other Masjids within walking distance in Newbury Park. The initial challenge was finding a suitable location with limited resources. Eventually, they purchased land from an auction. This land was a former Salvation Army site. Congregational prayers began in a small portacabin. As the community grew, the portacabin became too small. They then built a temporary wooden structure to accommodate around 100 worshippers. Years of fundraising and unwavering faith led to the construction of the present-day Newbury Park Masjid. It is a two-story building with a subterranean level. The Masjid can now house between 300 and 400 worshippers. Newbury Park Masjid isn’t just a place of worship. It’s a vibrant community hub governed by a nine-member Executive Committee. They consult with Ulamaa, Imams, and a Sharia Board to ensure religious matters are handled appropriately, following the Ahlus Sunna wal Jama’ah tradition. Newbury Park Masjid is unique in its inclusive philosophy. It welcomes Muslims of all backgrounds, fostering understanding within the Muslim community and the wider society. It offers a range of services, from educational and charitable to social and religious. Newbury Park Masjid has become a source of pride for the local community and Muslims across the country. It stands as a symbol of their journey, a testament to their perseverance. It’s a place where everyone is welcomed.
Southfields Methodist Church
Curiosity stirred within the heart of Southfields as a new chapter began. Southfields Methodist Church held its first public service