Weekly Samachar - Week of 4/1/2024
Your weekly round-up of programming and announcements.
April 1, 2024
21st Ramadhan 1445 A.H
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Weekly Programs
Your weekly lineup of programs at Anjuman e Asghari
Monday 4/1 - Ramadhan Night 22 (Shahadat Day of Imam Ali (a.s.))
6:00 PM Quran Khani
6:45 PM Ramadhan Duas
7:10 PM Marsiya
7:15 PM Lecture
7:45 PM Nawha
8:00 PM Salaat
8:25 PM Iftar (Menu: Daar curry, sweet and sour, rice bread, Mac and cheese)
Tuesday 4/2 - Ramadhan Night 23 (Laylatul Qadr)
6:30 PM Quran Khani
7:30 PM Ramadhan Duas
8:02 PM Salaat
8:25 PM Iftar (Menu: Afghani cuisine)
9:20 PM Lecture
9:55 PM Amaals
11:25 PM End of Amaals
*Additional Duas to be held after the program
Wednesday 4/3 - Ramadhan Night 24
6:00 PM Quran Khani
6:45 PM Ramadhan Duas
7:15 PM Lecture
8:03 PM Salaat
8:25 PM Iftar (Menu: Sindhi Biryani, Spinach curry, and Spaghetti with red sauce)
Thursday 4/4 - Ramadhan Night 25
6:00 PM Quran Khani
6:30 PM Dua Kumayl
6:55 PM Ramadhan Duas
7:20 PM Lecture
8:04 PM Salaat
8:25 PM Iftar (Menu: Kheema curry and rice Baked chicken and fries)
Friday 4/5 - Jumuah Salaat
1:16 PM Jumuah Salaat led by Sayyid Muntadher
Friday 4/5 - Ramadhan Night 26
6:00 PM Quran Khani
6:45 PM Ramadhan Duas
7:15 PM Lecture
8:05 PM Salaat
8:25 PM Iftar (Menu: Uzbeki dish)
Saturday 4/6 - Ramadhan Night 27
5:45 PM Quran Khani
6:45 PM Ramadhan Duas
7:15 PM Lecture
8:07 PM Salaat
8:30 PM Iftar (Menu: Khichdo, mixed vegetable curry and Quesadilla)
Sunday 4/7 - Ramadhan Night 28
5:45 PM Quran Khani
6:45 PM Ramadhan Duas
7:15 PM Lecture
8:08 PM Salaat
8:30 PM Iftar (Menu: Chinese dish)
Anybody wishing to recite during upcoming programs, please send your names to Mohammed Al-Batushi (952-258-3403) via WhatsApp/text to avoid disappointment. All reciters will be asked to follow the allocated time for the programs to start and end on time.
EC Announcements
Your weekly lineup of secretarial announcements
Ramadhan Fund
The Ramadhan fund is open. This fund is critical. It allows the Jamaat to run rich educational programs during the Holy month and helps to cover operating expenses until Muharram.
The goal is to raise $70,000 during the Holy month of Ramadhan this year.
We request everyone to donate generously. You can make your donation to our Treasurer Br. Mohammedali Karim.
Ramadhan Iftaar Sponsorship
Inshallah, we plan on having Ramadhan iftaar at our center every day of the week. As in previous years, sponsors can bring the meal themselves or choose to donate towards the iftaar with the rates below:
Monday - Wednesday: $800
Thursday - Friday: $900
Weekends & Special Nights (15th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 23rd): $1200
Momineen are welcome to sponsor an entire night or join other momineen in partial sponsorship. Additionally, one can donate dates and water.
For the well-being of members with allergies, all Niaz sponsors are requested to refrain from using
any ingredients that contain any form of nuts (including peanut oil, etc.).
Please get in touch with Sis. Kanizbai Walji at 763-486-6646 as soon as possible if you would like to sponsor an iftaar. May Allah SWT accept your good deeds and reward you in this life and the Hereafter.
Resident Aalim
Messages and/or services from Sayyid Muntadher.
Connect 1:1 with Sayyid
The flyer below is a how-to guide to use the online calendar tool, Calendly, to find time to connect with Sayyid Muntadher one on one.
Book 1:1 time with Sayyid Muntadher!
Community Announcements
General announcements from the larger Muslim and Minneapolis community.
Message from the Interfaith Team
Feed My Starving Children Event
One of Imam Alis titles is Abu al Aytam which means the father of the orphans. As we commemorate his Shadat let us on honor him by helping those who are in need.
On behalf of the interfaith team we invite you all to register for the feed my starving children event where we will pack food for the orphans and less fortunate in the Middle East on
SATURDAY APRIL 6th in Coon Rapids from 5pm to 6:30pm
Address: 401 93rd Ave NW, Coon Rapids
Volunteers must be over the age of 5.
Please contact to register
Hasan Raza (612) 229-6748
Sumaiya Mulla (763) 218-3646
Salamun Alaikum,
We hope you and your families are all well, inshallah.
We pray that the Holy month of Ramadhan is a source of Rahmah to you and your families
As we journey through this Blessed month, lets think about how we can deepen our connection to the Holy Quran and the Ahl al-Bayt (a), fostering spiritual growth and enrichment.
As part of The Year of Thaqalayn, TWF and MCE are once again delighted to present an initiative that aims to engage, empower and enhance our relationship with the Quran and our awaited saviour, Imam Mahdi (aj).
We welcome participants of all ages, levels and interests - there is something for everyone and exciting prizes to be won!
There are 2 categories which you can take part in:
Quran Hifdh
Quran Quiz
1. Quran Hifdh
In the Quran Memorization challenge, each age category is given a surah and hadith associated with Imam Mahdi (aj) to memorize.
Please see the poster attached for more details.
2. Quran Quiz
There will be 2 Quran Quizzes available to cater for the following age groups:
14 and under
15 and above (1 per family)
These quizzes were launched on the first of the Holy Month of Ramadhan
To participate in either or both competitions please click on the link below:
https://lnk.worldfed.org/challenge-1445
Entries for both categories must be submitted by 11pm GMT on Sunday 7th April.
Details for submission are available on WF @wfksimc and MCE Tarbiyah @mcetarbiyah social media channels, and the same will be communicated via email from madaris world-wide.
Please stay tuned to our social media and communications to ensure you dont miss out on this wonderful opportunity during this blessed month
@wfksimc
@mcetarbiyah
If you have any questions please email us on [email protected]
With Duas,
The TWF and MCE Team.
This is for AZM STUDENTS ONLY If you want to sign up please contact Mualima Batul Najfi or Kumayl Lakha.
Your Local Male Rep: Maytham Somji
Your Local Female Rep: Akeela Manekia-Mehdi
Community Services
Local services offered for the benefit of our community members
Hadi Medical Clinic is a no-cost healthcare facility open to everyone in need of its service, regardless of race, faith, or socioeconomic status. The clinic provides free primary care consultations by board certified doctors. In addition, lab tests are arranged as necessary at a nominal fee. All work done by doctors and staff is voluntary.
The clinic is open every Saturday from 10:30am-1:00pm and is located at Imam Hussain Islamic Center
During these challenging times Masoomeen Foundation is here to serve the Shia community of Minnesota with resources to weather uncertain times.
If anyone requires any support please visit the site https://www.masoomeenfoundation.org/ or contact us [email protected].
Second Harvest Senior Nutrition Program Moves to Brooklyn Park
Monday through Friday, seniors over 60 who meet certain income guidelines can go to the Brooklyn Park-based food bank once a month to pick up a box filled with nutritious food.
The box contains things like pasta, juice, canned fruits and veggies, and pet food for all of the animal lovers out there.
Local Free Grocery & Meal Program
A local Minnesota organization has organized a free grocery and meal program. Please click the link below to learn more and please share with those who may benefit from this service.
Community Businesses
Support our local businesses, owned by our very own community members.