Many churches with Muslim communities on their doorstep offer English language classes or English Conversation groups and find that these activities open the door to engaging with their neighbours. Find out how to use Halloween topics as a springboard to talking about Jesus.
Muslims show the greatest respect to the Prophet Muhammad especially during the celebration of Mawlid al-Nabi. And that makes Mawlid a great time to talk about how important Jesus is to us, not just as a prophet, but as our Saviour. Starting a conversation can be tricky, but it’s as simple as asking ‘How will you be celebrating Mawlid?’
This month we’re sharing some ideas on how we can engage with, and pray for, our Muslim friends and colleagues.
What do you picture in your mind when you think of Muslims in the UK? Whatever the image in your mind, God tells us to love all Muslims! But what does that look like in practice?
The Islamic month of Ramadan runs from 10 March to 8 April this year (2024). Ramadan is a great time to start conversations with Muslim friends and colleagues and to focus on praying for Muslims in our local community and across the UK. These next few weeks are full of opportunities!
Did you manage to wish your Muslim friends ‘Eid Mubarak’ (blessed Eid) as they celebrated Eid ul-Adha last weekend? You may also know of people who are undertaking the Hajj at this time. These are both great occasions for sharing stories about your faith and the Biblical take on these topics.
Sparking Passion - An update from the network
How does your giving impact the work that Mahabba does?
During the Autumn we’ll look at the four core mission goals of Mahabba and how your support enables them to happen. This month we look at how Mahabba is Envisioning the Christian Community - a key foundation to our mission. With examples of how Mahabba assists churches to grow a passion for welcoming Muslims in their community.
Making Friends - An update from the network
How does your giving impact the work that Mahabba does?
During the Autumn we’ll look at the four core mission goals of Mahabba and how your support enables them to happen. This month we look at how Mahabba is Enabling all Christians - a key foundation to our mission. With examples of how Mahabba is a central resource for equipping everyday Christians to engage with their Muslim neighbours.
“The amount of prayer was staggering.” - An update from the network
How does your giving impact the work that Mahabba does?
During the Autumn we’ll look at the four core mission goals of Mahabba and how your support enables them to happen. This month we look at how Mahabba is Encouraging Prayer - a key foundation to our mission. With stories from prayer groups around the UK, who are continuing online and seeing even greater impact in the midst of the Covid-19 crisis.
Even now, can we give thanks? - An update from the network
This month we look back at all God has done through Mahabba during the last academic year. We see the blessing of relational connections; the work of Mahabba to equip Christians in many spheres of society; and the continued momentum in prayer, that has allowed us to pursue our vision as a network, even in unusual times.
What could be? - an update from the network
This month we take a look at the opportunities for connection across the network, due to the crisis and consider what could be possible now that we have better use of online tools. We see how a regional ‘meet’ in London has demonstrated the opportunities for more regular joining together for prayer, equipping and training, across the Mahabba network.
Prayer Connections - an update from the network
This month our #Lovefast campaign has encouraged many to join with other Christians and engage with prayer for Muslims during Ramadan. At a time when usual connection isn’t possible, PRAYER has still been at the heart of what we can do to reach out to others. This month’s update includes some of the ways this time has led to new breakthroughs and connections.
Linked up to love - an update from the network
Connection and being linked together online is continuing to allow the work of Mahabba to thrive, despite these challenging times. An update that reminds us of the importance of prayer, the encouragement to connect and the possibilities of sharing Jesus’ love with Muslims in many spheres of society.
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