Phil Simpson
Francis of Assisi and the Muslim Sultan

The life of Saint Francis of Assisi was celebrated this year, 2026, as part of the commemoration of the 800th anniversary of the saint’s death. In 2019, we celebrated another 800th anniversary, which was to do with Francis’s encounter with Islam in a time of bitter hostility. It would be good to reflect on his example this month which has been designated Islamophobia Awareness Month.

Francis of Assisi and the Muslim Sultan
Dave
Reaching out using your natural gifts

“I could never do that!” Is that ever our thought when we hear stories of people sharing their faith? People sound very gifted and full of power and confidence. However, we have all been given natural gifts by God; skills we can use to help other people hear about Jesus.

Reaching out using your natural gifts
Dr Karamat Iqbal
What Will People Say?

What will people say? Collectivist cultures, like those from which our Muslim neighbours come, prioritize the needs, goals, and harmony of the group over individual desires. Thus, in big decisions the phrase “what will people say?” is very meaningful. This is especially so in making any counter-cultural decisions, like in matters of faith.

What Will People Say?
Guest User
Bless your Muslim Neighbours at your local event

How can you put on an event for your Muslim neighbours as a church or Mahabba group? First of all, you need a pool of ‘warm’ contacts.

Bless your Muslim Neighbours at your local event
Refugees, asylum seekers
                                                                                   Antonia Brixey
How do we care for traumatised asylum seekers ...

A Mahabba member shares advice on how Christians can help traumatised refugees and asylum seekers in the UK.

How do we care for traumatised asylum seekers and refugees

What is Mawlid all about?

What is Mawlid all about?

Mawlid, or Milad, marks the birth of Muhammed in the year 570 of our calendar. Sunni Muslims observe the Prophet's birthday on the 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabi' al-awwal, while Shi'a Muslims mark it on the 17th of this month. Many Muslims do not participate in celebrations but they may mark the occasion by spending more time reading the Qur'an.

Mawlid al-Nabi: A call to prayer

Mawlid al-Nabi: A call to prayer

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.

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