UK: Morden’s Muslim Community Welcomes Its First Mosque

Morden has officially opened its first mosque, operated by the Pembina Valley Islamic Society, Winnipeg Free Press reported.

The mosque is located in an 1,800-square-foot former commercial space in a downtown strip mall on North Railway Street. The Morden city council approved the mosque, or masjid, on December 23.

This new place of worship will serve approximately 150 Muslim families in Morden, joining 17 existing Christian places of worship in the city of nearly 10,000 residents.

Previously, local Muslims had to travel about 15 minutes to Winkler for prayers, which posed challenges, especially in winter. The mosque facilitates five daily prayers and hosts a main Friday prayer service at 1 p.m., attracting 70 to 80 attendees.

Future plans include educational programs and community services, enhancing the local Muslim community’s connection.

Morden is a district and town in South London, England, now within the London Borough of Merton, in the ceremonial county of Greater London.