Sheikh Dr. Ahmad Al-Huthaify to Deliver Friday Sermon at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah
Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Al-Bu’ijan named reserve khateeb for the 5 Jumada al-Awwal sermon

The Presidency for Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has announced that Sheikh Dr. Ahmad bin Ali Al-Huthaify, Imam and Khateeb of the Prophet’s Mosque, will deliver this week’s Friday sermon in Madinah. The sermon falls on 5 Jumada al-Awwal 1448 AH, corresponding to Friday, October 16, 2026.
A reserve khateeb has also been named, as is customary. This week, that role goes to Sheikh Dr. Abdullah bin Abdul Rahman Al-Bu’ijan, who will step in if needed.
To reach a wider audience, the Presidency issued the announcement in several languages, including English, French, Urdu, Persian and Malay. Friday sermons from the Prophet’s Mosque are followed by worshippers in Madinah and by Muslims around the world through live broadcasts.
Source: Presidency for Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque (via official social media announcement, @PRAGOVSA)