ANNOUNCEMENT: 2 Entrances Closed for Masjid Today!

Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh, dear community,

We need your immediate attention regarding crucial information to our Masjid's parking situation. Due to ongoing city construction, TWO of our Masjid parking lot entrances/exits are temporarily CLOSED and IMPASSABLE. This means we currently have ONLY ONE entrance/exit available for all visitors.

We anticipate significant delays, particularly with the main traffic flow of those leaving after the first Jumu'ah and those entering for the second Jumu'ah. To ensure a smooth and safe flow for everyone, it is absolutely CRITICAL that you follow the guidelines below and the directions of our dedicated parking attendants on-site.

Your cooperation is essential for managing traffic between Jumu'ahs!

- 2ND JUMU'AH ATTENDEES: For everyone's convenience and to allow the first Jumu'ah attendees to exit smoothly, PLEASE ARRIVE AFTER 2:20 PM.
- ALL JUMU'AH ATTENDEES: Whether you are leaving after the first Jumu'ah or arriving for the second, PLEASE FOLLOW THE PARKING ATTENDANTS' INSTRUCTIONS DILIGENTLY. Their guidance is vital for maintaining order and safety.

Please exercise utmost caution when navigating the parking lot and allow extra time for both your arrival and departure.

We apologize for any inconvenience this temporary situation may cause and sincerely thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this blessed day. May Allah (SWT) reward your patience and make it easy for all of us. Jazakum Allahu Khairan!

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Edited Yesterday at 4:33 PM

Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un

إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Imam Sofian's beloved grandfather, who passed away in England.

We belong to Allah, and to Him we shall return.

May Allah Almighty grant him jannatul-firdaus (the highest level of Paradise), forgive his sins, and shower him with His mercy. May Allah grant Imam Sofian and his family strength and patience during this difficult time.

We kindly request the community to remember him in your duas and recite Surah Al-Fatiha for his soul. May Allah accept our prayers and elevate his status.

O Allah, forgive him and have mercy on him. Pardon him and grant him peace. Receive him with honor and make his grave spacious. Cleanse him of his sins as white cloth is cleansed from dirt. Grant him an abode better than his home, a family better than his family, and a spouse better than his spouse. Admit him to Paradise and protect him from the torment of the grave and the punishment of the Fire. O Allah, admit him into Jannah al-Firdous, the highest level of Paradise, without reckoning. Protect him from the trials of the grave, and make his grave a garden from the gardens of Paradise.

Allahumma, abdilhu daran khairan min darihi, wa ahlan khairan min ahlihi, wa zawjan khairan min zawjihi, wa adkhilhul jannata, wa a'idhu min 'adhabil qabri, wa 'adhabin naar. Allahumma adkhilhu Jannah al-Firdous bila hisaab, wa a'idhu min fitnatil qabri, wa aj'al qabrohu rawdatan min riyaadil jannah.

اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لَهُ وَارْحَمْهُ وَعَافِهِ وَاعْفُ عَنْهُ وَأَكْرِمْ نُزُلَهُ وَوَسِّعْ مُدْخَلَهُ وَاغْسِلْهُ بِالْمَاءِ وَالثَّلْجِ وَالْبَرَدِ وَنَقِّهِ مِنَ الذُّنُوبِ وَالْخَطَايَا كَمَا يُنَقَّى الثَّوْبُ الأَبْيَضُ مِنَ الدَّنَسِ وَأَبْدِلْهُ دَارًا خَيْرًا مِنْ دَارِهِ وَأَهْلًا خَيْرًا مِنْ أَهْلِهِ وَزَوْجًا خَيْرًا مِنْ زَوْجِهِ وَأَدْخِلْهُ الْجَنَّةَ وَأَعِذْهُ مِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ وَعَذَابِ النَّارِ . اللَّهُمَّ أَدْخِلْهُ جَنَّةَ الْفِرْدَوْسِ بِلَا حِسَابٍ، وَأَعِذْهُ مِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْقَبْرِ، وَاجْعَلْ قَبْرَهُ رَوْضَةً مِنْ رِيَاضِ الْجَنَّةِ.