Local mosque to hold moment of remembrance for victims of Paris shootings
SINGAPORE — A moment of remembrance will be observed for the victims of the recent Paris shootings at the Khadijah Mosque at 11am tomorrow (Jan 11).
SINGAPORE — A moment of remembrance will be observed for the victims of the recent Paris shootings at the Khadijah Mosque at 11am tomorrow (Jan 11).
Prayers will held for the victims and family members of the Paris shootings as well those from other recent tragedies, including the AirAsia QZ8501 crash, the Sydney siege, and the attack on a school in Peshawar, Pakistan.
“This symbolises our sense of solidarity and show of support for all concerned,” said mosque secretary, Mr Abdul Rahim, who also conveyed gratitude and appreciation for the peace and harmony experienced in Singapore.
Dr Fatimah Lateef, Member of Parliament for Marine Parade GRC, will be the guest-of-honour at tomorrow’s event. Other Malay-Muslim community leaders, Geylang Serai IRCC members, and Chinese clan organisation members will also attend.
This Sunday’s event also coincides with the mosque’s celebration of Prophet Muhammad’s birthday. The event is open to members of the public.