Eid ul Fitr 2026: Key Dates for Saudi Arabia, UK, Morocco, Pakistan
As Ramadan nears its end, moonsightings will determine Eid ul Fitr 2026 dates. Saudi Arabia expects Eid on March 20, while the UK, Morocco, Pakistan likely celebrate on March 21.
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Birmingham Priest Shares What He Does on Days Off
Father Fretch Ballesteros, a 36-year-old priest in Birmingham, discusses balancing pastoral duties with rare moments of leisure, including walks around the city centre.
Rochdale Churches Announce Mother's Day Services & Lent Events
Multiple churches in Rochdale are hosting Mother's Day services, Lent lunches, Bible studies, and community events throughout March, welcoming all residents to participate.
Birmingham Priest's Daily Life Bringing Small Heath Together
Father Fretch Ballesteros, 36, shares his daily routine as Priest in Charge at Holy Family in Small Heath, from morning prayers to community visits and administrative duties.
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Priest Urges Compassion and Education to Fight Poverty
Father Fretch Ballesteros, a 36-year-old Catholic priest in Birmingham, shares his insights on battling poverty, emphasizing individual compassion and prioritizing education based on his own experiences growing up in poverty in the Philippines.
Imam and Archbishop Share Unexpected Bond in Birmingham
A journalist's meeting with Birmingham Central Mosque's Imam Mohammed Asad and Archbishop Bernard Longley reveals a genuine friendship bridging Islam and Christianity.
Sikh Family Fasts in Ramadan to Support Muslim Community
Rani Rawji, a Sikh businesswoman from Birmingham, shares how her family participates in Ramadan fasting to support their Muslim relatives and friends, promoting interfaith unity.
Birmingham Woman's Emotional Journey to Islam During Ramadan
Liyana Jones, 22, reveals how moving to Birmingham sparked her conversion to Islam, describing her first Ramadan fast and emotional experiences that led to her Shahada declaration of faith.
Birmingham Student's Journey to Islam: Finding Peace
Liyana Jones, 22, shares her transformative journey from Catholic upbringing to embracing Islam after moving to Birmingham, describing how the community's warmth and personal experiences led to her Shahada declaration.
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Birmingham Woman's Journey to Islam: Parents' Positive Reaction
Liyana Jones, 22 from Hall Green, shares her experience of converting to Islam and her parents' supportive response after she took her Shahada declaration of faith in 2025.
Rochdale Churches Announce Lent Services and Community Events (07.03.2026)
Multiple churches in Rochdale, including St Luke's, St Mary's, St Chad's, and St Andrews, have detailed their schedules for Lent services, Bible studies, community lunches, and support groups for March, welcoming all residents.
Birmingham Faith Leaders Bond Through Interfaith Friendship
Imam Mohammed Asad and Archbishop Bernard Longley discuss the deep friendship between Birmingham's Christian and Muslim communities, highlighting shared values during Ramadan and Lent.
Birmingham Revert Builds Muslim Sisterhood for Ramadan
Liyana Jones, a 22-year-old Muslim revert from Hall Green, is organizing pre-Ramadan gatherings in Birmingham to connect women embracing Islam, fostering community support and promoting female Muslim businesses.
Birmingham Imam and Archbishop Unite Against Ignorance
Imam Mohammed Asad and Archbishop Bernard Longley issued a joint message on the divisive nature of ignorance, emphasizing education and friendship during the rare overlap of Ramadan and Lent.
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Pope Urges Trump to Stop Middle East Violence
Pope Leo XIV issues a heartfelt appeal from the Vatican, calling on Donald Trump and others to cease the escalating conflict in the Middle East and Iran through dialogue.
Rochdale Churches Lent Services and Community Events
Multiple churches across Rochdale are hosting Lent services, community meals, study groups, and special events throughout March. Activities include morning praise, women's breakfasts, Bible studies, and concerts.
Councillor on Ramadan: More Than Just Not Eating
Small Health ward councillor Shabina Bano shares her personal perspective on Ramadan, emphasizing self-discovery, community connection, and empathy during the holy month.
Mother's Day Flower Workshop for Bereaved at Gedling Crematorium
Gedling Crematorium invites those missing mothers or bereaved of children to a special flower workshop and memorial tribute event for Mother's Day, offering comfort and remembrance.
Pope Gregory XIII's 1582 Calendar Reform Erased Ten Days
In 1582, Pope Gregory XIII introduced the Gregorian calendar, skipping ten days to correct timekeeping errors from the Julian system. This change was adopted gradually worldwide, with only four countries still not using it today.
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UKIP Leads Christian March in Birmingham Amid Counter Protests
UKIP's Nick Tenconi led a Christian march through Alum Rock, Birmingham, with supporters carrying crosses and flags. Counter-demonstrators gathered as police kept the two sides apart during the procession.
Rochdale Churches Announce Lent Services and Community Events
St Luke's, St Mary's, St Saviour's, St Chad's, and St Andrews in Rochdale detail upcoming services, Bible studies, concerts, and community activities for February and March, welcoming all.
Ramadan 2026 Start Dates Announced Worldwide
Saudi Arabia has declared Ramadan 2026 begins on February 18, while other nations including the UK, Morocco, and Pakistan await local moonsightings. Forecasts from the Royal Observatory suggest most countries will start fasting on February 19.
Birmingham Mosque Announces Ramadan 2026 Date via Saudi Moonsighting
Green Lane Masjid in Small Heath has declared the start of Ramadan 2026 based on Saudi Arabia's moonsighting, with the first taraweeh prayers scheduled for tonight, potentially leading to a split start for the holy month in the UK.
Saudi Arabia Announces Ramadan 2026 Start Date
Saudi Arabia has declared the start of Ramadan 2026 based on moon sightings, contradicting UK astronomers' forecasts that the crescent would not be visible globally.
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Faith Leaders Unite Ahead of UKIP March in Birmingham
Birmingham faith groups pledge to demonstrate unity and positive engagement during a planned UKIP Christian procession in Ward End, with police assuring community safety.
Ramadan 2026 Start Date: Expert Says Not Guesswork
Ramadan 2026 is expected to begin on February 19, based on moonsighting predictions in Saudi Arabia, though dates may vary locally in the UK and globally.
Rochdale Churches Announce February Services and Events
Multiple churches across Rochdale have detailed their February schedules, including special services, study groups, community support initiatives, and musical performances for all residents.
World Day of Prayer 2026 in Hoddesdon and Wormley
The World Day of Prayer, a global ecumenical event led by women, will feature a Nigerian-themed service in Hoddesdon and Wormley on March 6, 2026, with activities including singing and reflection.
Ramadan 2026: Expert Warns Against False Moon-Sighting Claims
Dr Raja Zahid Nawaz calls for scientific accuracy in determining Islamic dates, warning that impossible crescent sightings could create confusion and undermine trust within Muslim communities worldwide.
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Archbishop to Give Southport Interfaith Lecture on Peace Building
The Most Reverend John Sherrington, Archbishop of Liverpool, will present the Southport Annual Interfaith Lecture this Sunday. His talk focuses on interfaith dialogue from Nostra Aetate to Fratelli Tutti, with free admission and community discussion.
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