Masjid Assalam WIKA Balikpapan continues to improve its management and service to worshippers. These efforts have received recognition through the inclusion of its profile in Manajemen Masjid Berbasis Contoh, a book by Drs. H. Ahmad Yani published by the Indonesian Mosque Council (Dewan Masjid Indonesia).
The book presents mosques from different parts of Indonesia as examples of mosque management development. According to its table of contents, the discussion of Masjid As Salam WIKA Balikpapan begins on page 51.
Included among Exemplary Mosques
Being included in the book is both an honour and a responsibility. It illustrates that mosque management involves more than maintaining buildings and organizing worship. It also encompasses organizational management, congregational services, social activities, education, Islamic outreach, and community economic empowerment.
A well-managed mosque can provide wider benefits to society. This requires organizers who have a vision, work together, and continually evaluate their programs.
The Mosque as a Centre for Community Services
Masjid Assalam seeks to serve as both a place of worship and a community service centre. Its programs respond to the needs of worshippers and the public, ranging from Islamic outreach and education to social services and economic empowerment.
All these programs require orderly, transparent, and sustainable management. Responsibilities must be clearly assigned in every area so that activities remain focused and deliver results that worshippers can experience.
Learning and Sharing Experience
The inclusion of Masjid Assalam in Manajemen Masjid Berbasis Contoh also provides an opportunity to share experience with organizers from other mosques.
Every mosque has different circumstances, potential, and challenges. Masjid Assalam’s experience is therefore something to study and adapt to local needs, rather than copy in its entirety.
At the same time, Masjid Assalam continues to learn from other mosques that have successfully developed their services and programs. This spirit of mutual learning is expected to strengthen networks and support the progress of mosques across Indonesia.
Recognition That Carries Responsibility
Being featured in a national publication is not the end of the journey. The recognition is a reminder for Masjid Assalam to keep improving its governance and service quality while maintaining the congregation’s trust.
Masjid Assalam recognizes that successful mosque management comes from collective effort. Organizers, worshippers, donors, volunteers, and the wider community all play an important part in its development.
Through fellowship and continual improvement, Masjid Assalam hopes to keep growing as a mosque that unites people, supports community wellbeing, and offers practical solutions to their needs.
