Sheikh Dr. Saleh Al-Humaid to Deliver Friday Sermon at the Grand Mosque in Makkah
Sheikh Dr. Bandar Baleela named reserve khateeb for the 12 Jumada al-Awwal sermon
The Agency for Imams and Muezzins Affairs has announced that His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah Al-Humaid, Imam and Khateeb of the Grand Mosque, will deliver this Friday’s sermon in Makkah. The sermon falls on 12 Jumada al-Awwal 1448 AH, corresponding to Friday, October 23, 2026.
As is customary, a reserve khateeb has also been named for the occasion. This week, that role goes to Sheikh Dr. Bandar bin Abdulaziz Baleela, who will step in if required.
Sheikh Al-Humaid is one of the most senior and respected imams associated with the Grand Mosque, having served in leading religious and academic roles in Saudi Arabia for decades. His sermons are followed closely by Muslims around the world through live broadcasts from Makkah.
Friday prayers at the Grand Mosque continue to draw enormous crowds each week, with worshippers gathering from across the globe to follow the khutbah and prayers live from the Holy Kaaba.
Source: Agency for Imams and Muezzins Affairs (via official social media announcement)