February 2025 Newsletter

BILAL MASJID NEWSLETTER

February 2025

 

Asalamualaikum and welcome to the February 2025 newsletter!

In the newsletter, we cover things such as: 

• Events and activities that are ongoing in Bilal Masjid
• Have the youth share their research and write about their experiences
• Talk about our community 
• Talk about what's happening in the Islamic World

(Quick Note)

We are also taking articles written by the community. Submissions can be anything from essays, poems, think pieces, art, etc. Topics can also be diverse as long as it is masjid appropriate. Submissions can be sent to the following email: [email protected] 

Rajab

 

The sacred month of Sha’ban began on January 31st. Sha’ban is the eighth month of the Islamic Hijri Calendar, following the holy month of Rajab and preceding the holy month of Ramadan. The most significant day of Sha’ban is the 15th, known as Shab-e-Barat, when many scholars believe that Allah (SWT) raises the deeds of His servants. Sha’ban is also referred to as the month of the Prophet (PBUH), as he would often spend much of it fasting in preparation for Ramadan. It is highly recommended to fast on the white days, the 13th, 14th, and 15th of Sha’ban. Fasting and worship during Sha’ban help train oneself in preparation for the coming of Ramadan. This is an ideal time to incorporate beneficial habits and extra acts of ibadah, such as daily dua, dhikr, Tahajjud, and Nafl prayers. One of the most virtuous acts in Sha’ban is Sadaqah. As the month of the Prophet (PBUH), it is important to honor him and show our gratitude for his mercy by helping the poor and needy.

Events

 

Previous Events:

• Every Sunday - Sunday School 
• Every Monday - Ladies Support Group Halaqa 
• Monday - Thursday - Arabic School at Bilal 
• Every Thursday and Friday - Homeschool Group Meet/Gathering - 
• Every Saturday - Sisters Tajweed Halaqa (English)  am) and Illustrated Tajweed (English) 
• For more information contact: [email protected] 
• Ladies Quran Halaqa (Arabic Speakers) - January 10th and 24th - (7:30 pm - 9:30 pm)
• January 31st - Imam Toure's Tafseer Class - (6:15 pm - 7:00 pm) January 31st - February 2nd - Mind and Soul Weekend Intensive with Asim Billoo 
• Saturday, January 25th at MET - The Essence of Women with Dr. Sh. Haifaa Younis

Upcoming Events:

• Every Sunday - Sunday School (9:30 am - 1:30 pm)

• Every Monday - Ladies Support Group Halaqa (6:00 pm - 8:30 pm)

• Monday - Thursday - Arabic School at Bilal (4:30 pm - 7:30 pm)

• Every Thursday and Friday - Homeschool Group Meet/Gathering - (10:00 am - 3:00 pm)

• Every Saturday - Sisters Tajweed Halaqa (English) (9:00 am - 10:30 am) and Illustrated Tajweed (English) (10:30 am - 12:15 pm) For more information contact: [email protected] 

• Ladies Quran Halaqa (Arabic Speakers) - February 7th and 21st - (7:30 pm - 9:30 pm)

• February 28th - Imam Toure's Tafseer Class - (6:30 pm)

• Monthly Book Reading Program with Imam Toure - February 23rd - (11:00 am - 12:15 pm)

• One-on-One with Imam Toure Every Wednesday - First Meeting February 5th - (Maghreb - 7 pm)

• February 22nd - Learning Session for Seniors - "How to Use Technology" by Peace Action Network

• Visit from Dr. Hassan Elwan - February 7th, 8th, and 9th

• Matrimonial Event - February 9th

• Revert Dinner - February 16th 

• Oregon Muslims' Lit Fest and Book Fair - February 23rd at Bilal Masjid (12:30 pm - 4:00 pm)

FINANCE

 

During Jan 2025 we collected $4,863.00 in zakat funds. We disbursed $9,629.08 from the Zakat funds during the month. This month, we helped 8 families with their rent, utilities, and other expenses. We collected $23,832.18 in general or Sadaqah donations. We spent $17,369.27 on masjid expenses during this period. This includes regular expenses like insurance, utilities, and cleaning expenses as well as the painting of the rooms in the BMA center.  

 

Dua for forgiveness:  

۞  رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِىْ الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِىْ الآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَّقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ

BILAL MASJID ISLAMIC LIBRARY

 

The Islamic Library on Bilal campus is open for check-out on Sundays before Duhr prayer. More information is on the library's website: pdxil.librarika.com 

 

Sources: 

For Prayer times, please visit Daily Prayer Times

Bilal Masjid Website: bilalmasjid.com \

 

For any comments, questions, or suggestions, please email us at [email protected]

Written by

Mahnoor Ali