Muslim Association
of Hawaii

Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,

Dear respected community members,

Alhamdulillah, last Friday’s implementation of two Jumu’ah prayer sessions went very smoothly, and we thank everyone for their cooperation, and support. As we continue building on that success, MAH will again hold two Friday prayer sessions tomorrow:

First Session: 12:45 PM

Second Session: 1:45 PM

We are especially grateful to the many community members who have shared constructive feedback and relevant expertise throughout this process. Their contributions, together with the efforts of volunteers and coordination with public agencies, have played an important role in helping MAH successfully implement and refine these measures. We also appreciate the continued engagement of City agencies, HPD, and the Honolulu Fire Department, including the fire safety inspection that took place yesterday. As we continue to receive observations and feedback from these agencies based on last week’s implementation and ongoing evaluations, we will make adjustments where appropriate to further improve the experience for both worshippers and neighbors.

Based on the attendance survey responses received so far, we kindly ask those who indicated that either session works for them to attend the 1:45 PM session whenever possible. This will help distribute attendance more evenly, reduce congestion, and allow both sessions to run smoothly.

We also ask everyone to use the designated parking areas first, including the church parking areas and available masjid parking, and to avoid neighborhood street parking as much as possible. Please follow all volunteer instructions, parking directions, and posted regulations.

As Muslims, respecting our neighbors is part of our faith. Allah says:

“Worship Allah and associate nothing with Him, and be good to parents, relatives, orphans, the needy, the near neighbor and the distant neighbor.” (Qur’an 4:36)

The Prophet ﷺ also said:

“Whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day should honor his neighbor.” (Bukhari and Muslim)

Please remember that lawful and respectful parking is not only a civic responsibility but also an Islamic obligation. We ask everyone to be especially mindful not to block driveways, obstruct traffic, park in prohibited areas, or create inconvenience for our neighbors.

Attendance at each session remains subject to available capacity. Once a session reaches capacity, no additional attendees will be admitted to that session. We therefore ask everyone to follow volunteer instructions and help ensure a smooth transition between the two prayers.

Those attending the 12:45 PM session are kindly requested to exit the masjid and parking areas promptly after prayer so volunteers can prepare for the second session. Those attending the 1:45 PM session are asked not to arrive before 1:30 PM, as parking and gate access for the second session will not open until that time.

If you have not yet completed the Jumu’ah attendance survey, please do so. Your response helps us better understand attendance patterns, plan future Friday prayer services, evaluate the effectiveness of the current two-session format, and determine whether additional measures, including a reservation system, may become necessary in the future.

Survey Link:

https://silah.org/jumuah-attendance-survey

We appreciate everyone’s continued cooperation as we work together to protect the masjid, preserve our ability to worship, and maintain positive relationships with our neighbors.

May Allah reward you, accept your worship, and bless our community.

Jazakum Allahu Khairan,

Muslim Association of Hawaii

Assalamu Alaikum dear respected community members,

This is a friendly reminder that beginning today, MAH will be holding two Friday (Jumu’ah) prayer sessions beginning today:

First Session: 12:45 PM

Second Session: 1:45 PM

The purpose of this change is to reduce congestion, improve traffic flow, and help ensure a smooth and positive experience for both worshippers and our neighbors.

To help support these efforts, we encourage everyone with schedule flexibility to attend the 1:45 PM session. Those whose schedules allow them to attend either prayer session are especially encouraged to attend the 1:45 PM session, as this will help distribute attendance more evenly and reduce congestion during the peak period.

As previously announced, all visitors should plan to attend the 1:45 PM session, which is also reflected on our website.

We ask everyone to carefully follow parking instructions. Please utilize the designated church parking areas first and comply with all posted parking regulations and volunteer directions. Respectful and lawful parking is essential to maintaining positive relationships with our neighbors and ensuring a smooth experience for everyone.

Please note that attendance at each prayer session is subject to available capacity. Once a prayer session reaches its designated capacity, no additional attendees will be admitted to that session.

We ask everyone to follow volunteer instructions and help ensure a smooth transition between the two prayer sessions. Attendees of the 12:45 PM prayer are kindly requested to arrive on time and to exit the masjid and parking areas promptly upon completion of the prayer. This will allow volunteers to prepare for the second session, reduce congestion as worshippers depart and arrive, and help ensure that attendees for the 1:45 PM prayer can be accommodated safely and efficiently.

Attendees of the 1:45 PM prayer are asked not to arrive before 1:30 PM, as parking and gate access for the second session will not open until that time. This will help reduce congestion, allow worshippers from the first session to depart safely and efficiently, and support a smooth transition between services.

To further reduce congestion and allow worshippers from the first session to depart efficiently, attendees for the second session are asked not to remain in the surrounding neighborhood while waiting for entry. Those arriving early may wish to spend time at nearby Manoa District Park or another appropriate location until parking and gate access open at approximately 1:30 PM.

Due to capacity limitations and operational requirements, attendees from the first session will not be able to remain in the masjid once preparations begin for the second session.

We also ask everyone to fully cooperate with volunteers and follow all parking and traffic instructions so that today’s transition is successful for everyone.

We appreciate everyone’s patience, cooperation, and support as we implement these changes. With your help, we can continue to worship comfortably while reducing congestion, being considerate of our neighbors, and protecting our ability to serve the community for years to come.

May Allah reward you for your cooperation, accept your worship, and bless our community.

Jazakum Allahu Khairan,

Muslim Association of Hawai'i