[HIC] Ramadan 2024 Guidelines, Itikaf Program, and More

AssalamualaikumDear Community Members,

Ramadan is almost here - just about a week away inshaAllah! As we all know, this blessedmonth is a time for strengthening our faith,improving our acts of worship, and building a sense of solidarity (now more than ever!). Alhamdulillah, our masjid plays a central role with regard to all these aspects. Therefore, we request that you take a few minutes to read through the HIC facility guidelines below and please put them in practice:

• We all love to see our young community members at the masjid and while we encourage them to come, please note that parents are responsible for their childrenat all times. Please do not leave your children unattended, whether in the building itself or outside.
• Be mindful of other people's worship and encourage children to be respectful as well.
• During salah, children 6 years and younger are asked to stay with their mothers/female guardians in the Quiet Room (Women's Musalla)
• Please do NOT bring food and drinks into any prayer areas. Water is allowed (preferably, bring your own reusable bottles).
• Please make sure your phone is on silent during prayer times. If you need to take a call between prayers, please leave the musalla to do so.
• As much as possible, please do your part in keeping our masjid clean.

Itikaf and Other Programs

• Since HIC is a shared space with IAH and school is in session thisRamadan, only limited spots are available for those wishing to do a full itikaf. Please contact Br. Muhammad Aly to reserve a spot. You can reach Br. Aly viaemail:[email protected]
• Community Potluck/Youth Room Reveal on March 15th - We will have a special Qiyam program with Br. Zubair (flyer attached).
• Adult Quran Competition on 27thRamadan- please reference the email sent out earlier or contact Br. Aly or Imam Ragab for details.
• Quran Memorization Contest For Kids on April7th (during Sunday school); please see the attached registration form.

InshaAllah, we also plan to have other programs throughout the month ofRamadan- including special weekend programs targeted at our youth. Details for those will be sent out closer to the dates.

Finally, if possible, please consider signing up to host a weekday iftar (this is for students, travelers, singles, etc.). The calendar hasbeen placed in the masjid; keep in mind that if you cannot cook/prepare a meal, you can also make a monetary contribution and the masjid will take care of organizing it. Please reach out to Sr. Hibah Setayesh for more information - you can text or call her@ 256 652 7615.

For any questions or concerns, please email us at[email protected]; thissendsa copy ofyouremailto every boardmemberand allows someone to take the lead on getting back to you.

Sincerely,

HIC Board2024