CHRISTIANS TOGETHER IN FAREHAM
United with our brothers and sisters in Christ, we actively engage with the rich and diverse Christian representation present in the region. Through shared experiences and open conversations, we strive to build a sense of community that honours our differences while celebrating our common faith. In addition, we encourage the cultivation of respectful relationships and ongoing dialogue with all faith groups, recognising the importance of understanding and collaboration in fostering harmony and mutual respect among diverse beliefs. Together, we aim to create a welcoming environment where everyone can learn from one another and contribute to the greater good.
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A warm and appreciative response was received from Sheikh Fazle, the Imam, at the Al-Mahdi Centre My community at Al Mahdi Centre and I are grateful for the statement issued by the Christians Together in Fareham. The message of prayers, solidarity with the community and condemnation for inciting hatred is appreciated. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the victims of the Southport incident and their families. It is distressing to see such a tragedy being hijacked by far-right groups to spread hatred and division. Our city and the nation have always been one of inclusivity, respect, and harmony. The voices of hatred and division, no matter how few, threaten to disrupt the peace and understanding that we have worked hard to foster. The fear and anxiety that these threats generate within the Muslim community are palpable, and it is our collective responsibility to ensure that no one feels unsafe or unwelcome in our city. The diversity in Divine creation including humans of different ethnicities with numerous languages is beautifully celebrated in the Noble Quran stating, "O mankind, We have created you from a male and a female and made you peoples and tribes that you may know one another" (Quran 49:13). In celebrating Human diversity this verse reminds us of the importance of understanding and appreciating one another. Your message has been a source of comfort and strength for me amidst the chaos. Your kindness reminds me of the importance of staying connected and looking out for each other. Knowing that we have friends like you who genuinely care about our well-being and for the Muslim community truly means a lot to me. This is appreciated. I am sharing this message with Wessex Jamaat leadership team. In these trying moments let us all join our hearts in prayers pleading to our Compassionate Lord for ease in the situation, peace and strength in communities. Additionally, I pray for the leaders, that may they be guided with wisdom and justice. May they be granted the strength and clarity to lead with compassion and fairness, bringing peace and unity to our nation. The communication was in response to : A statement of support and prayer that was issued by Christians Together in Fareham in response to the recent riots and attacks on asylum seekers, and Muslims The full statement can be viewed here
In the wake of the recent riots and unrest, Christians Together in Fareham issued a statement which has been posted on their website and sent to the Muslim community who worship at the Al-Mahdi Centre on Fontley Road, our MP and the media. In the wake of the shocking attack on young people in Southport last week, and the violence that has followed in several towns and cities, Christians Together in Fareham want to express our love, prayers and solidarity with all the victims. As people of prayer, we continue to pray for those who have been injured and bereaved; as people of the truth, we reject all attempts to make dishonest political capital out of the suffering of the Southport victims; as people of justice, we condemn the scapegoating of asylum seekers, Muslims, people of colour, and others who bear no responsibility for what happened. We commit ourselves afresh to standing against hatred and violence in every form, and doing all we can to build safe, caring and strong communities. VIEW A STATEMENT FROM Sheikh Fazle, the Imam, at the Al-Mahdi Centre