Tuesday 26 May 2009

FAITH IN THE RESORT # 2


THIS IS THE BLOG OF COLIN JONES, RHYL TOWN COUNCILLOR: BODFOR WARD
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Today I went in an unofficial capacity to an Open Day at the Islamic Cultural Centre (Mosque), 30 Water Street, Rhyl. The building started life as the Tabernacl Welsh Baptist Chapel in 1867. The present Cultural Centre was established in 1996 in order to benefit the community as a whole and to cater in particular for the needs of Muslims. It is a venue for prayer, education, social activities and cultural exchange.

Going there was an interesting experience. The displays were wonderful and the volunteers, who were local people, showed great hospitality and answered all my daft questions in a spirit of openness and friendship. I look forward to a return visit.

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