Journey of Faith

This weekend, Christians come together to honour the sacrifice and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Discover the enduring traditions and vibrant customs that illuminate the path from sorrow to joy, and from death to new life. A time for reflection, celebration, and renewal Christians will observe Good Friday and Easter Sunday this year, which […]

Programme to promote religious unity and cultural identity

KUCHING: The SAMAceramah Pejuang Melayu Sarawak 2024: Syarahan Rosly Dhoby and Rukun 13 programme promotes religious unity and cultural identity in Sarawak. It is organised by Amanah Khairat Yayasan Budaya Melayu Sarawak (AKYBMS). AKYBMS general manager Datuk Sanib Said stated that the programme here aimed to serve as a platform for appreciating significant religious events […]

Mohd Syahazizamir and Hapipah Julaihi are champs

KUCHING: Qari Mohd Syahazizamir Sahmat and Qariah Hapipah Julaihi were adjudged winners in their respective categories at the Samariang constituency Al-Quran recitation contest which ended on Sunday night. Both managed to captivate the hearts of the judges after competing for three nights with 26 other contestants from various branches. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang […]

Religious activities enliven Ramadan at Pos Hendrop, Kelantan

GUA MUSANG: Ramadan is a lively affair for the Orang Asli community from the Temiar tribe living in the Pos Hendrop settlement located deep in the interior. A religious teacher and an Imam appointed by the Kelantan Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIK), Aris Rami, said more than 800 of the 1,000 residents who are Muslims enliven […]

New surau to be named Surau Darul Ehsan Tun Abang Openg

LIMBANG: Kampung Bunga Raya’s new surau will allow for more religious activities and programmes to be held, says Datuk Hasbi Habibollah. The Deputy Minister of Rural Development II said the surau would be named in honour of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s late father. “In conjunction with the Premier’s birthday, we […]

Asfia hands over RM150K to mosques, suraus

KUCHING: State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Speaker Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar on Wednesday (Oct 27) handed over contribution worth RM150,000 to mosques and suraus in Simunjan constituency. Of the amount, RM90,000 were contributed to nine mosques which will receive RM10,000 each while RM60,000 were contributed to 12 suraus and each will receive RM5,000 each. […]

Religious activities at non-Muslim houses of worship allowed with new SOP

PUTRAJAYA: Carrying out of religious activities in non-Muslim places of worship is permitted except in red zone areas during the recovery movement control order (RMCO) in compliance with the new standard operating procedures (SOP) and subject to state government approval. The National Unity Ministry (KPN) said the new SOP for religious activities in non-Muslim houses […]

Guidelines for religious activities in mosques, surau completed

KUALA LUMPUR: Mosques and surau will be re-opened for religious activities once the government is satisfied with the guidelines prepared by the office of Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (JPM) (Religious Affairs). Its minister Datuk Seri Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri said the guidelines were prepared by JPM’s Research Unit (Religious Affairs) and Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim)’s Research […]