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title: "Leadership Reshuffle at Prophet\u2019s Mosque Enhances Religious and Educational Programs"
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# Leadership Reshuffle at Prophet’s Mosque Enhances Religious and Educational Programs

Source: https://theislamicinformation.com/news/leadership-reshuffle-at-prophets-mosque-enhances-religious-and-educational-programs/
Updated: 2025-02-17

**Madinah, Saudi Arabia** — Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, Head of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, has announced a series of high-level appointments aimed at strengthening religious, educational, and community engagement initiatives at Masjid al-Nabawi.

## **Key Appointments**

### **1. Religious Programs and Quranic Studies**

- **Sheikh Dr. Abdulbari bin Awad Al-Thubaiti**: Appointed Supervisor of the *Religious Experience Enrichment Program* and the *Libraries and Manuscripts Center*, tasked with curating resources to deepen visitors’ spiritual engagement.
- **Sheikh Dr. Hussein bin Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh**: Named Supervisor of the *Care of Doctrinal Sciences Program*, focusing on preserving and teaching Islamic theological principles.
- **Sheikh Dr. Abdulmohsen bin Mohammad Al-Qassim**: Leads the *Quran and Scientific Titles Seminars*, fostering academic discourse on Quranic exegesis and Islamic scholarship.
- **Sheikh Dr. Ahmed bin Ali Hudaifi**: Oversees the *Quranic Science and Interpretation Program*, enhancing studies in tafsir (Quranic interpretation).

### **2. Guidance and Community Outreach**

- **Sheikh Dr. Salah bin Mohammad Al-Badeer**: Appointed Advisor and Supervisor of *Preaching, Guidance Affairs, and the Question-and-Answer Program*, ensuring accessible religious counsel for worshippers.
- **Sheikh Dr. Khaled bin Sulaiman Al-Muhanna**: Heads the *Program to Glorify the Sunnah*, promoting adherence to the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
- **Sheikh Dr. Maher bin Abdulrahim Khoja**: Supervises the *Intellectual Awareness Program*, addressing contemporary challenges through Islamic scholarship.

### **3. Educational and Administrative Roles**

- **Sheikh Dr. Ibrahim bin Al-Akhdir Al-Qayyim**: Assumes leadership as *Supervisor of the Iqraa Sheikhdom*, overseeing Quranic recitation and literacy initiatives.
- **Sheikh Prof. Dr. Mohammad bin Ahmad Barhaji**: Joins as *Supervisor of the Iqraa Program* and member of the Iqraa Sheikhdom, bolstering educational outreach.
- **Sheikh Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulmohsen Qarafi**: Named to the *Board of Directors for Quranic Circles and Scientific Modules*, enhancing structured learning programs.

### **4. Media and Communication**

- **Mr. Wael bin Mahmoud Rafiq**: Appointed *Director of the General Department of Media and Communication* (Madinah Branch), tasked with streamlining outreach and public engagement efforts.

The appointments reflect a strategic effort to modernize religious services while preserving traditional scholarship. Sheikh Al-Sudais emphasized that these roles will ensure “a cohesive and enriching experience for all visitors, rooted in Islamic teachings and academic excellence.”

New programs, such as the *Question-and-Answer Program* and *Intellectual Awareness initiatives*, aim to address the evolving needs of global pilgrims. Enhanced media strategies under Mr. Rafiq’s leadership will leverage digital platforms to disseminate Islamic knowledge widely.