Muslims in New Zealand’s capital have been deeply moved by
the outpouring of support from the Wellington community
following the Christchurch massacre.
The main Islamic
organisation in Wellington is IMAN (International Muslims of
New Zealand), which runs Kilbirnie Mosque.
Since the
event, people of all races and faiths have been visiting the
mosque to leave flowers, candles, cards and their prayers of
support.
IMAN president Tahir Nawaz said, “We are all
deeply moved by the support from the community. I have had
scores of phone calls, emails, faxes and texts from church
pastors, Jewish leaders, and the general
community.”
Several churches were packed with
worshippers conducting prayer vigils. Pastors have offered
to let Muslims pray in their churches for as long as the
mosques are closed on police advice. People have offered
help in all sorts of ways. - ends
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