Youth & educationFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 3, 2026.
Help children feel at home in the masjid
“We need to show compassion and kindness to our young.”
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Welcomes young people back to the masjid and presents the Prophet’s mercy toward children and respect for elders.
- Uses examples of gentle teaching, affection, hospitality, and firm ethical boundaries.
- Shows how noticing children’s feelings, visiting them, and joining their play builds trust and lasting memories.
- Calls masjids to create welcoming spaces where children can belong, have fun, and learn prayer etiquette.
- Highlights Mu'adh ibn Jabal’s rapid development as a scholar, judge, teacher, and commander.
- Concludes by presenting iman and taqwa as the source of strength, followed by supplication and community announcements.
Try this week
Welcome children in the masjid and help them feel that they belong.
Notice, affirm, and respond compassionately when children are struggling.
Teach manners and boundaries gently, including respect during prayer and avoiding wasteful or harmful play.
Visit children who are experiencing sadness and spend enough time helping them feel better.
Support and mentor young people so they can develop confidence, knowledge, and leadership.
Sources the khateeb cited
Sahih MuslimAnas ibn Malik’s report about the Prophet’s exceptional kindness to children supports youth-centered mercy.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“We need to show compassion and kindness to our young.”
“When you affirm. People's feelings. And you affirm. Their struggles. And you let them be expressive. You create trust.”
“I increased. My pray time. So you could have more. Play time.”
“We don't win. Because of this. Or that. We win. Because of this. Iman. And taqwa. Is here.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khutbah reminds us that the Prophet Muhammad treated children with tenderness, attention, and respect. He welcomed their affection and play, but also taught boundaries and good manners. He noticed when a child was hurting, visited him, and made space for his feelings. Our masjids and homes should help children feel that they belong while teaching them when to be quiet and focused. With patient guidance, young people can grow into confident, capable Muslims whose faith and character serve others.
- What is one small way we can help younger children feel welcome at the masjid?
- How can we show someone their feelings matter when they are sad?
- What kind of person do you hope to become in the next five years?
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