Muslims in Australia Restore Historic Church as Mosque, While US Mosques Expand Mental Health Services

Muslims in Australia Restore Historic Church as Mosque, While US Mosques Expand Mental Health Services
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A historic 120-year-old church in Lindisfarne, Hobart, Australia, which had been unused for months, is being transformed into a mosque by local Muslim communities. The initiative, reported by Shia Waves Agency citing the BBC, has received support from the Tasmanian Uniting Church Council and highlights interfaith solidarity and community service. Organizers describe the project as a continuation of over a century of worship and peaceful coexistence among diverse religious communities.

Meanwhile, several mosques and Islamic centers in the United States have launched programs to provide mental health services for their communities. According to Shia Waves Agency, citing The New York Times, these initiatives aim to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues among Muslims and improve access to professional counseling for youth and families. The programs address challenges in many immigrant households, where psychological struggles are still sometimes perceived as a sign of weak faith.