Your Weekly Newsletter: *IMPORTANT* Eid-Ul-Adha Information | Weekly Halaqa - Navigating the LGBTQ Narrative | Summer Camp Registration
Your Weekly Newsletter: *IMPORTANT* Eid-Ul-Adha Information | Weekly Halaqa - Navigating theLGBTQNarrative | Summer Camp Registration
Weekly Newsletter June 13th, 7th of Dhul-Hijjah, 1445
Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu Masjid,
This weekend is the most significant weekend in the year for us! The Day of Arafah is on Saturday, June 15 and Eid-ul-Adha is on Sunday, June 16. Allahu Akbar!
Saturday, the Day of Arafah (9th of Dhul-Hijjah), is the most blessed day of the year, where those not performing Hajj are supposed to observe fasting. It is the Day that Allah forgives people in the year, and the day that the pilgrims complete their virtues of Hajj. The Day of Arafah is where our Prophet Mohammed delivered his farewell sermon on his final Hajj. The Prophet remarked on the equality of the human being and that no one is superior to another person, except by Taqwa (those with love & fear of Allah).
Sunday, the Day of Eid-ul-Adha (10th of Dhul-Hijjah), is one of the biggest festivals in the Islamic calendar. Eid-ul-Adha commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's (A.S.) willingness to sacrifice his son for the sake of Allah.
These two days teach us that in order to get great success we should be willing to make sacrifices. We should practice being more kind and patient to each other, and support our brothers & sisters globally. We all know the great and unthinkable sacrifices that our brothers and sisters in Palestine are already making. But, what sacrifices are we willing to make for their (and our collective) success? At the very least we can sacrifice our convenience and comfort in the form of goods that support and fund the genocide, by being part of the effort for targeted economic boycotts. Do your research, put your money towards good use, raise your voice against the wrong and keep making Dua for peace. May Allah (SWT) accept our Ibadaah during these days, and accept the Hajj of all the Muslims who are embarking on this spiritual journey. Aameen!
This will be a busy weekend at Al Falah Center. We begin with our Eid Bazar on Friday evening (support Muslim businesses!), have a Day of Arafah potluck Iftar on Saturday, and an Eid prayer/celebration on Sunday. Scroll down to get all the details!
IN TODAY'S NEWSLETTER:
- Eid ul Adha Information
- **Al Falah Summer Camp Registration
** - Summer Camp Hiring
- Friday Halaqa Nights: Navigating the LGBTQ Narrative - Part 3 (6/14)
- Virtues of Arafah / Community Iftar Potluck (6/15)
- Jumuah Khutbah (6/14)
- Eid Bazar (6/14)
- Al Falah Sports Summer Camps
- 40 Hadith Series (Paused)
- Jumuah Recording
- Event Hall Rental
- Become a Sustain Donor!
- Conservation
- Weekly Recap
Important Update: New Location for Eid ul Adha prayer
Celebrate Eid ul Adha at Al Falah Center
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Al Falah Soccer Field 881 US-206 , Bridgewater, NJ
9:00 AM**
*Parking Information:*
Extra parking is available at 100 Commons Way, Bridgewater, NJ, with shuttle buses to Al Falah Center. Once the main lot is full, all cars will be directed to the additional parking.
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Shuttle service will run for 1 hour to Al Falah:**
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First shuttle: 7:55 am
Last shuttle: 8:55 am**
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Return-Shuttle service to additional parking lot:**
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First shuttle: 9:30 am
Last shuttle: 10:55 am**
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Potluck:**
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Please drop off your dish on the basketball court before heading to the soccer field so our volunteers can arrange the food tables!**
Thank you for your cooperation!
Summer Camp Registration!
Al Falah is hiring for Summer Camp!!
Join us at Al Falah Center for an amazing summer adventure! We're thrilled to offer Full-time and Part-time positions at our upcoming Summer Camp. We are fortunate to have the guidance of Al Falahs Religious Director Dr. Ahmed Metwally, PhD.
Available Roles:
**- Paid Summer Camp Counselors
- Paid Quranic/Islamic Studies Teachers
- Volunteer Camp Counselors (Non-Paid)
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Our camp spans 6 weeks, from June 24th to August 2nd from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. If you're enthusiastic about guiding children, fostering meaningful connections, and enriching our summer program, we want you on our team!
This summer, we're offering a special 50% discount for children of all summer camp teachers and counselors.
To apply, kindly send your details and resume to: [email protected]
Up Coming Events
**Jumuah Khutbah 6/14
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EID BAZAR AT AL FALAH CENTER 6/14
Al Falah Sports Summer Camps
The study of Imam Nawawi's 40 Hadith is paused as Imam Khalil is performing his Hajj. Insha'Allah, we will resume upon his return.
Jumuah Recording - June 7th, 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.
Become a Sustain Donor!
Conservation
Weekly Recap
Last week, Dr. Ahmed held part 2 of his very informative and necessary multi-part halaqa series, "Navigating the LGBTQ Narrative." Part 3 is planned for this Friday after Maghrib.
Jazakum'Allahu Khairan thank you for reading about Al Falah Center. See you next week! Assalamu Alaikum.
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