Update for brothers and sisters following local moon sighting

Assalam alaikom

For the brothers and sisters who follow local moonsighting masjid Omar Comittee would like to announce the moon has been sighted in Tennant Creek, Australia.

First of Ramadan for those following local moon sighting will be Tuesday 12th of March.

Masjid Omar Committee reminds brothers and sisters, as announced already, for those following calculation from ANIC, Ramadan is also starting tomorrow, 12th of March.

Ramadan Mubarak to all.

Ramadan Competitions

1- Salah Marathon for Kids

Pray in congregation (Jama’a) at the masjid. Pick up your Salaat calendar from the masjid and get it signed by the imam for every prayer you pray in Jama’a at Omar Mosque (only first Jama’a, Jumma any session). Most prayers in congregation wins. More rules on the calendar. Calendars are available in the kitchenette.

Ages 10 and under: $150 Rebel Sports Voucher

Ages 11 – 16: $200 Rebel Sports Voucher

2 – Ramadan Quiz – All Ages

Every night between Isha Azan and Jama’a, Sheikh Abdul Rahman will be giving a talk inshAllah. On Saturday, the 6th of April, there will be a quiz held on these talks. Most points wins.

Ages 20 and under: $100 Rebel Sports Voucher

Ages above 20: $150 Bunnings Voucher

Start of Ramadan ANIC Tue 12th Mar. Moonsighting Announcement will be made in evening of Mon 11th Mar

Assalam alaikom brothers and sisters,

Many Muslim organisations, including ANIC, have already announced that the first day of Ramadan will be Tuesday, the 12th of March Inshallah.

Taraweeh prayer at Omar Mosque will commence on Monday night and isha jamat will be 20 minutes after azan, throughout the month of Ramadan

For the brothers and sisters who follow local moon sighting, the announcement will be made on Monday night, 11th of March, after the moon sighting has been observed.

Iftar will be served every day at the masjid straight after maghrib prayer. Maghrib prayer will be offered at its regular time 5 minutes after azan.

Omar mosque committee acknowledges that there are different opinions on the matter and requests all Muslims to respect these differences Ramadan Mubarak

Palestine Fundraiser

Fundraising Luncheon – Palestine – Fri 27 Oct – After both Friday Sessions 12:50pm & 1:30pm

The dire situation in Palestine has moved our hearts, with more than 2.5 million people suffering from the lack of clean water, food, and essential medicine. In these trying times, it is our responsibility and obligation to provide them with these basic necessities.

The grim statistics tell a devastating story

Over 6000 lives lost, including more than 2000 innocent, children.

Over 16,000 people injured

In light of this heartbreaking reality, we are organizing a fundraising luncheon this Friday at Omar Mosque. The proceeds from this event will be directed towards providing vital assistance in the form of clean water, food, and essential medical supplies.Don’t worry about your lunch this Friday, join us at Omar Mosque and support this urgent cause.

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Kids Holiday Program – Sun 8 Oct 12:30pm – 4:30pm

Exciting day for kids coming up at Omar Mosque filled with fun

Date: Sunday 8 OctoberTime: 12:30pm – 4:30pmPrice: $10 per child

Registration is compulsory at the following link. Cut-off timefor registration Saturday 7th Oct 12pm.

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If you are unable to pay the registration fee, please feel free to contact us privately, and we will try our best to accommodate your child.

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Fundraising Luncheon – Libya Flooding

Tomorrow Fri 22 Sep – After both Friday Sessions 12:50pm & 1:30pm

Thousands of people have suffered unimaginable losses due to recent flooding in Libya.

Due to the heartbreaking situation in the affected areas, we are having a second fundraising luncheon tomorrow at Omar Mosque

So don’t worry about lunch and buy it from Omar Mosque to raise funds for this urgent matter.

All money collected on Friday will go to assist the affected. Please donate generously.

And remember Allah SWT says
إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ يَجْزِى ٱلْمُتَصَدِّقِينَ
Indeed, Allah rewards the charitable

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Iftar at Masjid Omar – Friday & Saturday – 10th of Muharram – Ashura

Prophet ﷺ was asked about fasting the day of Ashura he ﷺ said, “I hope, it will expiate the sins of the past year.” [Sahih Muslim]

Per the pre calculated calendar, the 10th of Muharram is going to be Friday, 28 July.

Following the local moon sighting of Australia, it will be Saturday, 29th July.

Iftar will be served at Omar Mosque both days to cater for everyone inshaAllah

Please fast both days and come to Omar Mosque for a delicious iftar.

Iftar at Masjid Omar – 9th of Dhul Hijjah – Arafah

Abu Qatadah reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, was asked about fasting the day of Arafat and he said, “It will expiate the sins of the previous and upcoming years.” [Sahih Muslim]

Following ANIC the 9th of Dhul Hijjah is going to be tomorrow, Tuesday 27th June.

Following local moon sighting of Australia it will be Wednesday, 28th June.

Iftar will be served at Omar Mosque both days to cater for everyone inshaAllah

Please fast this blessed day and come to Omar Mosque for a delicious iftar.

Eid Announcement – Moonsighting – Thurs 29 Jun

For the brothers and sisters who follow local moonsighting masjid omar Comittee would like to announce the moon was sighted in Townsville yesterday.

Eid prayer will be prayed on Thursday 29 June

Venue will be announced closer to the day

Announcement for brothers and sisters following ANIC has been made yesterday already for Wed 28 Jun at UOW sports hub.

Eid Mubarak to all.