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 a welcoming Islamic Center. Masjid Al Noor is where the Muslim community in Masterton and Wairarapa gather for daily prayers and learning. We aim to establish a complete Islamic Centre where people come together to offer five times congregational prayers. Open to all residents and visitors, we promote the right Islamic Aqeeda (beliefs), knowledge, and manners. We foster unity and enrich our diverse and caring community through community and cultural events. We create a strong learning culture and provide opportunities for meaningful religious and social activities. Our outreach efforts nurture both spiritual growth and social cohesion, promoting harmony in Greater Wellington and New Zealand.
A Masjid (mosque) is an Islamic centre for prayer and worship. The word Masjid originates from the Arabic word Sajada (سَجَدَ), which means to prostrate, hence a Masjid (مَسْجَد) is a place of prayer. It unites Muslims for Salah (prayer), community activities, and education. They feature a Mihrab (niche) for the Imam (prayer leader) and often a minaret for the call to prayer. During prayer, Muslims face the Kaaba in Mecca, with the imam leading from the mihrab.
Click the link to find the prayer times for Masjid Al Noor in Masterton. Please note that these times are for the Iqamah, which marks the beginning of each congrigational prayer.
Masjids serve as spiritual centres, community hubs, and educational spaces, fostering unity and providing social services to strengthen the Muslim community.
Masjid Al Noor: The Heart of Masterton’s Muslim Community
Masjid Al Noor in Masterton stands as a beacon of unity and spirituality, serving the diverse Muslim communities across Greater Wellington and New Zealand. Beyond just a place for prayer, it is a vibrant centre where cultural exchange and community bonding flourish. This Al Noor Mosque provides an essential space where people from different ethnic backgrounds come together in harmony, promoting understanding and solidarity.
إِنَّمَا يَعْمُرُ مَسَاجِدَ اللَّهِ مَنْ آمَنَ بِاللَّهِ وَالْيَوْمِ الْآخِرِ وَأَقَامَ الصَّلَاةَ وَآتَى الزَّكَاةَ وَلَمْ يَخْشَ إِلَّا اللَّهَ ۖ فَعَسَىٰ أُولَٰئِكَ أَن يَكُونُوا مِنَ الْمُهْتَدِينَ
The mosques of Allah are inhabited by those who believe in Allah and the Last Day, establish prayer, pay alms (charity/zakat), and fear none but Allah. Such people can be expected to be among those who take the right path.
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.
Masjid Al Noor in Masterton, we are on an exciting journey to realize our vision and meet our goals! To cover operational costs, education expenses, and our new masjid project, we eagerly look to our incredible local and greater community for support. Your generous donations will help us make a lasting impact, and we can not wait to build a brighter future together. Join us in this inspiring endeavour!
Trust Name : Masjid Al Noor Trust – Wairarapa
Account number : 03-0687-0045319-000
Mohammed Daud Khan
Businessman – Carterton
Wasim P.
Retiree – Masterton
Mohammed Eriqat
Mechanical Engineer – Masterton
Mahmoud Elkaffas
Mechanical Engineer – Hamilton
Basem Sumrain
Mechanical Engineer – Masterton
Ahmed Kamar
Businessman – Masterton
Ahmed
Trustee – Carterton
Imran Zafar
Technical Support – Carterton