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Day 31 (Eid)
Written by Phil from the Mahabba team
Inspired by today's entry in the 30 Days of Prayer booklet, but with a UK twist!
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Daily verse
“The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Here is a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners.’”
Thought for the day
Celebrate
Muslims end Ramadan with the feast of Eid-al-Fitr, which is a time for Muslims at the end of the 30 days of fasting to dress up and celebrate with family. (Like Easter at the end of a long Lent or Christmas after the anticipation of Advent) This year we were unable to take part in Iftar parties at the time of breaking the fast (we love to hear any stories from you about what you were able to do instead).
When lockdown is all over, why not take the opportunity to invite your Muslim friends (along with others) for a meal in your home, or in your community. Eating together always builds community.
The #LoveFast we have been running during the #30days of #Ramadan is now over. The daily blogs will stop at the end of EID. Now it’s party time and the opportunity for us to start wishing Happy Eid to ALL our Muslim friends – learn to say the appropriate Arabic greetings: 'Eid Mubarak and Khair Mubarak'.
Prayer for the day
During the Lockdown of Coronavirus, people have had to stay home. Pray for Muslims as they find ways of celebrating Eid and being community under isolation.
Daily action
Please note: actions were written before the COVID-19 pandemic. Please consult the latest advice from your local public health authority or government and adhere to any current restrictions on travel or social situations.
Read about how Muslims celebrate Eid. Find out a good time to visit a Muslim friend and take them (or post them) a gift, maybe some dates or fruit, or something halal. You can leave it on their doorstep and maintain social distance. If you can't visit, send a card (or a message) to your muslim neighbour to celebrate Eid.
Your turn
Let us know how it went! Leave a comment on our online community platform, Discourse, or tag us on social media with the #lovefast hashtag on social media.
Resources
Guidance on hosting iftars
A reminder of some some helpful guidance and food for thought from the Church of England in light of past media coverage of churches hosting iftar meals.
Also, please consult the latest advice from Public Health England or your relevant authority for guidance on travel and social situations.
You can read and discuss the guidance and recent events on Mahabba's online community area, Discourse.
Alternatively, a PDF version is available here. If you've not registered for Discourse, you can do so quickly here.
Prayer materials
Do you want to involve your church in blessing Muslim people through prayer and friendship?
There are new 30 Days of Prayer church resources available for you:
Pray Together as a Congregation
Small Group Session
Night of Power Prayer Meeting
Prayer Walk Guide
What’s your next step after 30 Days? There are loads of resources to help you on your journey.
Partners of 30 Days of Prayer
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