Esa Masood, Chief Executive, Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (Muis), has announced that in Phase 2 of Singapore's post-circuit breaker reopening, mosques will allow congregational worship.
From 26 June 2020, 66 mosques will now be open for individual private prayer, up to a limit of 50 worshippers, at any one time. In addition, there will be two Friday prayer sessions, with 50 congregants per session.
"As the risk of transmission at mosques remains high, mosques will implement a comprehensive safe management plan for the safety of our congregants. Sermons and prayers will not go beyond 20 minutes, and congregants will need to adhere to safe distancing measures including when performing prayers," Esa said on the Muis Facebook page.
The advice includes:
- Performing ritual ablutions (wudhu) before going to the mosque.
- Wearing a mask at all times
- Bringing personal prayer items and bags for footwear
- Avoiding physical contact with other congregants.
Other than Fridays, the mosques will also offer daily congregational prayers, with 50 slots for each of the five daily prayers.
Those who would like to participate must reserve a place online. "We will offer slots for the first three weeks, on 26 June, 3 July and 10 July. For these three weeks, individuals are allowed only one slot for now, to allow more members of the community the opportunity to perform Friday prayers," Esa said.
Children and vulnerable groups like the elderly and those with chronic respiratory ailments are strongly advised to continue to pray at home for their own safety.
Details:
Learn how to book slots for daily congregational prayers and Friday prayers. Booking for congregational prayers can be done online and will open from 24 June at 9 am.
From 26 June 2020, 66 mosques will now be open for individual private prayer, up to a limit of 50 worshippers, at any one time. In addition, there will be two Friday prayer sessions, with 50 congregants per session.
"As the risk of transmission at mosques remains high, mosques will implement a comprehensive safe management plan for the safety of our congregants. Sermons and prayers will not go beyond 20 minutes, and congregants will need to adhere to safe distancing measures including when performing prayers," Esa said on the Muis Facebook page.
The advice includes:
- Performing ritual ablutions (wudhu) before going to the mosque.
- Wearing a mask at all times
- Bringing personal prayer items and bags for footwear
- Avoiding physical contact with other congregants.
Other than Fridays, the mosques will also offer daily congregational prayers, with 50 slots for each of the five daily prayers.
Those who would like to participate must reserve a place online. "We will offer slots for the first three weeks, on 26 June, 3 July and 10 July. For these three weeks, individuals are allowed only one slot for now, to allow more members of the community the opportunity to perform Friday prayers," Esa said.
Children and vulnerable groups like the elderly and those with chronic respiratory ailments are strongly advised to continue to pray at home for their own safety.
Details:
Learn how to book slots for daily congregational prayers and Friday prayers. Booking for congregational prayers can be done online and will open from 24 June at 9 am.