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Weekly Newsletter March 7, 26th Shaban 1445
Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu Masjid,
Inshallah, March 11 will be the first day of Ramadan according to the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) and Fiqh Council of North America (FCNA). Taraweeh prayers will begin at Al Falah Center on evening of Sunday, March 10.
The Messenger of Allah said: 'There has come to you Ramadan, a blessed month, which Allah, the Mighty and Sublime, has enjoined you to fast. In it the gates of heavens are opened and the gates of Hell are closed, and every devil is chained up. In it Allah has a night which is better than a thousand months; whoever is deprived of its goodness is indeed deprived (Sunan an-Nasa'i: 2106).
As we approach the Holy month of Ramadan, we are reminded of all the blessings that are bestowed upon us. It is an opportunity for us to dive into Allah's mercy. We all joyously anticipate our coming fasts, yet, our hearts are with our brothers and sisters in Gaza as they continually fast due to lack of resources. We hope and pray that Allah eases their difficulty and grants all of us a peaceful Ramadan, Ameen!
IN TODAY'S NEWSLETTER:
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Save-the-date: Al Falah Ramadan Fundraiser (3/30)
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Dr. Mostafa Ghazy
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Surah Fatihah National Tour (3/8)
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Ramadan Community Iftar details
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Al Falah Youth Ramadan Programs (3/10, 3/29, 3/30, 4/4)
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Welcome Ramadan Youth Workshop & Dinner (3/10)
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Al Falah Suhoor Fest (3/240
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Eid Bazar at Al Falah (3/23)
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Eid Toy Drive (2/28 - 3/18)
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Falah Youth Initiative - (3/9)
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Jumuah Khutbah (3/1)
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Ramadan Calendar 2024
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Jummah Recording (3/1)
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Event Hall Rental
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*Important Conservation Message*
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Weekly Recap (MIST details!)
Upcoming Events
SAVE-THE-DATE : Al Falah Ramadan Fundraiser
Join us for a meaningful Ramadan Fundraiser with Al Falah Community! Let's come together to make a difference this Ramadan.Together, we can spread blessings and kindness during this holy month. Save the date and join us in our mission of compassion and generosity. See you there! #RamadanFundraiser #AlFalahCommunity
By the Grace of Almighty Allah (SWT), We are thrilled to announce that Imam Dr. Mostafa Ghazy will be leading Taraweeh at Al Falah Center, this Ramadan.
Dr. Mostafa is visting us from Egypt, Alhamdulillah!
Dr. Mostafa Ghazy is a graduate of Al-Azhar University and has a Ph.D. in Quranic Studies and a Masters in Fundamentals of Fiqh.
Dr. Mostafa has also received a Certificate of Honors from the Egyptian Government (Awqaf) for achieving the highest levels of Imam training, leading Salah, and delivering Khutbahs and lectures.
Dr. Mostafa has been diligently leading salah and delivering lectures in various Masajids across the United States since 2012, fostering a sense of community and spiritual growth among congregants.
We are truly honored to have him here with the Al Falah community and we are looking forward to the community meeting him and enjoying a spiritually uplifting experience in praying behind him during the month of Ramadan InShaa Allah!
He will also be leading the five daily prayers between now and the end of Ramadan!!
Allahumma Balighna Ramadan!
Surah Fatihah National Tour
Sponsor Iftar at Al Falah
As we prepare for the upcoming month of Ramadan, let's unite to strengthen the bonds within our community.
We invite you to consider sponsoring Ramadan at Al Falah, where we'll gather as a community for memorable iftar meals.
Imagine the joy and camaraderie as families share these moments together, supported by your kindness.
May your generosity be celebrated and cherished throughout this special month.
Al Falah Suhoor Fest
Eid Bazar At Al Falah Center
Ramadan Toy Drive at Al Falah Center
Al Falah Sunday School and Al Falah Center are hosting an Eid Toy Drive to bring smiles to children in need this Eid-ul-Fitr. All your donations will go to a NJ based non-profit organization, Care And Share Foundation.
See below and attached flyer for details:
- Al Falah Sunday School children will meet at Al Falah Masjid to wrap gifts sometime during Ramadan, date (TBD) - we will announce details soon.
- We are collecting donations/toys from Feb 18th - March 18th InshaAllah.
- Parents are required to stay with children and assist during the event.
- Everyone should bring their own wrapping paper, scissors and tapes.
- Gift cards are also acceptable.
- Gifts are for kids ages 0-12 years old and should be gender neutral.
- Anyone who cannot join the event but would like to participate, please donate wrapped gifts, specify age and drop them in a box inside the main entrance of Al Falah Center by March 15th.
- Please, only donate New Toys. No used toys are acceptable.
Falah Youth Initiative - 3/9
Next FYI Meet Up is Saturday, February 24th at 7:30 pm. FYI is a bi-weekly program (every 2nd and 4th Saturday) led by Imam Khalil and his team to provide youth with good companionship and mentorship. We'll discuss youth-relevant issues, play games, eat, and just chill. The initial phase will be for brothers ages 14-18. Following that, the goal is to incorporate their sister counterparts, and eventually children ages 9-13. The relationships fermented in this program will lead to lifelong friendships built upon righteousness and piety insha'Allah. Register above!For questions, please email Imam Khalil ([email protected]).
WEEKLY OFFERINGS Jumuah Khutbah - 3/8
As the Executive Director of the Measured Tones Institute of Quran, Ustad Ashir Kirk has dedicated his life to the study and teaching of the Quran, inspiring countless individuals along the way. His teachings and learnings are diverse: from embarking on a transformative education journey in Damascus, Syria, to study Arabic, Islamic studies and specializing in tajweed; to Morocco, where he focused on the Warsh style of recitation, to United States where he earned a Master of Divinity in Islamic Chaplaincy from Bayan Islamic Graduate School
Ashir's commitment to community service and leadership is further exemplified by his role as the Chair of the Board of Midtown Mosque in Memphis, Tennessee, where he plays a pivotal role in fostering a vibrant and inclusive Muslim community. Additionally, he serves as the Outreach Coordinator for the Muslim Prisoner Project, extending support and compassion to incarcerated individuals seeking a connection with their faith and their children.
In pursuit of his mission to provide spiritual guidance and support, Ashir Kirk earned a Master of Divinity in Islamic Chaplaincy from Bayan Islamic Graduate School. Today, he resides in Memphis, Tennessee, with his loving family, where he attempts to make a profound impact through his educational endeavors, community leadership, and dedication to the Quranic sciences. Ashir asks that those reading this bio pray for him and his family.
RAMADAN CALENDAR
Jumuah Recording - March 1, 2024
Catch the recording above of last week's jumuah, and check out our Youtube channel for more enriching content. Like, Share, Subscribe!
Event Hall Rental
Are you looking to rent a hall at Al Falah Center for a special occasion? Contact [email protected] for more information.
Conservation
During Ramadan this year, Al Falah Center is pledging to stop plastic waste as much as possible; therefore, we encourage everyone to bring in their own water bottles to the masjid and fill them up at our water fountains and drink stations located outside of our restrooms. Al Falah reusable water bottles will also be available for purchase, inshallah.
Weekly Recap
Last weekend was a busy one at Al Falah Center! Our annual Welcome Ramadan event this past Sunday was quite exciting. The program began with a beautiful recitation of Quran by Dr. Mostafa Ghazy who is visiting Al Falah Center for Ramadan and will be leading the Taraweeh prayers. We were then graced by the presence of our beloved Shuyookh, Dr. Ahmed Metwally, Shaykh Osamah Salhia, and Shaykh Yasir Fahmy. The kids' craft event along with all the Ramadan dishes brought in were a major hit!
Also this past weekend, our talented youth team, "Al Falah Force," competed in the NJ-statewide Muslim Interscholastic Tournament (MIST). The students represented Al Falah Center in basketball, volleyball, spoken word, nasheed, culinary arts, short film, quiz, and debate. The students brought home first place in several categories. We pray for all of our youth to stay guided on the straight path and become leaders of the Saliheen, Ameen!
Congratulations to Team Al Falah Force:
Below is a list of all winners from Team Al Falah Force
Leila Qadri - **knowledge test 2nd place
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Zayed Ali - c****ulinary 3rd place
Aleena Kasim - extemporaneous drawing 3rd place
Girls Improv 1st place
Amal Hanafi
Lyza
Inaya Mushtaq
Saleha Mustafa
Dina
Alina Kasim
Myra Manji
Boys Nasheed - 2nd place
Musa Ahmad
Asher Faruqi
Hamza Jaffar
Asad Jaffar
Daniyal Faruqi
Rocket League - 2nd place
Shan Iqbal
Sisters soccer - 1st place
Sarah Ahmed
Sisters volleyball - 1st place
Zoeya Pasha
Myra Manji
Alina Kasim
Amal Hanafi
Boys volleyball - 1st place
Shaan Iqbal
Raiyyan iqbal
COACHES:
Head Coach: Afsheen Iqbal
Co-Coach: Asma Shah
Co-Coach: Sarah Mahmoud
Co-Coach: Ali Faruqi
SOME STATS:
Largest Team representing Al Falah Force 38 kids and MIST NJ also had its largest event with more than 600 kids
Jazakum'Allahu Khairan thank you for reading about Al Falah Center. See you next week! Assalamu Alaikum.
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