MASJID AL NOOR WAIRARAPA

Masjid Al Noor Wairarapa envisions a vibrant and inclusive Islamic Center that fosters spiritual growth, unity, and social cohesion. We strive to be a beacon of faith and learning, rooted in the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah, promoting harmony within the Muslim community and the broader society.

Masjid Al Noor in Masterton is known as a welcoming Islamic center. It serves as a place where the Muslim community in Masterton and Wairarapa gathers for daily prayers and learning. A complete Islamic center is aimed to be established, providing a space for five daily congregational prayers. Open to all residents and visitors, the right Islamic Aqeeda (beliefs), knowledge, and manners are promoted. Unity is fostered, and the diverse, caring community is enriched through cultural and community events. A strong learning culture is encouraged, offering opportunities for meaningful religious and social activities. Outreach efforts nurture spiritual growth and social cohesion, supporting harmony in Greater Wellington and New Zealand.

The people who should rightfully build mosques are those who believe in Allah and the last Prophet. They establish prayer, give zakat, and fear no one except Allah. This reflects the orderly function of the masjid: it begins with iman, focusing on faith in Allah and the Last Day. The masjid becomes a place of reminder, where salah is established, and the community gathers. It helps identify those who deserve zakat and serves as a community centre, offering spiritual and communal strength. These are the people considered guided.

These verses teach us the spirit of building an Islamic Center. Today, there is a beautiful proliferation of mosques, but the intention and vision behind them must be clear. An Islamic Center should be a place to remember Allah, heal people spiritually, foster community, and help those in need. When built with these intentions, the Mosque feels alive, and the intention can be felt through its walls.