ICN Newsletter -March 7th 2025
March 7th, 2025Words of WisdomThe ayah and hadith of this week remind us to prioritize our relationship with Allah. Ramadan is the best time to repair this relationship and return to Allah. He is in control of everything. It is our responsibility t
March 7th, 2025
Words of Wisdom
The ayah and hadith of this week remind us to prioritize our relationship with Allah. Ramadan is the best time to repair this relationship and return to Allah. He is in control of everything. It is our responsibility to ensure we do our best to please Him. If He is on our side, helping, guiding, and protecting us, no one can harm us. But if He is angry with us, then no one can help us. We have direct access to Him by making dua and calling upon Him. This is one of the best forms of ibadah, and it will give us reassurance, comfort, and support. Shaytan wants us to become hasty, stop making dua, and give up hope, but we must be persistent and trust Allah's promise that He will respond to us.
We ask Allah to help us remember Him, thank Him, and do His ibadah in the best possible way. We ask Allah to make Ramadan a means of us entering Jannatul Firdaws and being freed from the fire of Hell.
Weekly Reflection
This week's teachings remind us of the profound importance of our relationship with Allah, especially during the blessed month of Ramadan.
Key insights include:
- Allah is in complete control of everything
- We have direct access to Him through sincere supplication (dua)
- Persistence in worship is crucial
- Shaytan wants us to lose hope, but we must trust in Allah's promises
We are encouraged to:
- Prioritize our relationship with Allah
- Be persistent in our worship
- Remain hopeful and patient in our supplications
- Seek Allah's guidance and protection
*"We ask Allah to help us remember Him, thank Him, and perform His worship in the best possible way. We ask Allah to make Ramadan a means of us entering Jannatul Firdaws and being freed from the fire of hell
Hadeeth of the Day
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that:
"The Messenger of Allah () said: 'It is necessary that you do not become hasty.' It was said: 'What does being hasty mean, O Messenger of Allah?' He said: 'When one says: "I supplicated to Allah but Allah did not answer me."'"__(Al-Tirmidhi)
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ICN Community,
Please avoid parking across the street from Masjid Al-Hilal (ICN Ogden) until we have a parking arrangement with the businesses.
- A towing company will be actively monitoring the parking lot and will tow the cars of any individuals parking and walking to or from the ICN facility.
- ICN is actively working with the store owners to finalize a parking arrangement on a recurring basis.
- Please park ONLY in ICN's Parking Lot.
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Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Jazakum Allahu Khairan!
ICN Operations Committee
Parking Regulations for Masjid An Noor (ICN 248th)
As we approach the second Jumu'ah at Masjid An Noor, here are the enforced rules for entering & exiting the masjid. As always, we appreciate everyone's cooperation in ensuring the safety of our Musallees and our neighbors. May Allah (SWT) continue to bless you, your families, and our community. Ameen.
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Join us for a special 1439 Iftar! We are honored to welcome Dr. Arif Hussain as our special guest speaker, alongside Shaykh Omar Hedroug, as they share insights on overcoming fatigue and maximizing our faith during Ramadan.
Enjoy a meaningful discussion followed by a community Iftar! Let's come together to recharge our spirits, strengthen our faith, and break our fast as one.
Friday, March 7th
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Levy Center, Bolingbrook, IL
Registration: icnyouth.org/1439
Join us for a spiritually uplifting night at the TGL Brotherhood Qiyam, led by Shaykh Ismail AlQadi. Come experience the beauty of Qiyam, immerse yourself in prayers, and gain valuable insights in the company of like-minded brothers. Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your spirituality and deepen your bonds.
Friday, March 7th
11:30 PM 1:00 AM
Masjid An Noor - ICN, Naperville, IL
Brothers 25 & Up
RSVP now: tinyurl.com/TGLBrotherhood
We are collaborating with ICNA Relief for a Ramadan Food Drive! Together, we're making a difference by providing essential food items to families in need.
Drop off your donations at the ICNA Relief Truck at the Islamic Center of Naperville 2844 W Ogden Avenue from March 7th to March 9th.
Please only donate items from the approved list.
Let's give back this Ramadan!
Visit icnarelief.org/ramadan to learn more.
This Ramadan, take a break from your day to nourish your soul with Spiritual Sustenancea special Lunch Break with the Quran led by Shaykh Omar Hedroug.
Join us Monday-Thursday from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
In-person: Mondays at Masjid An Noor Virtual: Monday-Friday (Join from anywhere!)
Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your connection with the Quran during the blessed month of Ramadan.
Join ICNY's Volunteer Team!
We're calling all passionate individuals to join ICNY's Volunteer Team and be part of something meaningful. Whether you're interested in leading, organizing, or simply making a difference, this is your chance to contribute and grow alongside an incredible community.
Visit icnyouth.org/volunteer to sign up and learn more about the various teams and opportunities available.
Join us for our ICN Faith InSight Trip a journey through Uzbekistan! Explore the ancient cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, and Tashkent, where Islamic scholarship and culture flourished.
With Shaykh Omar Hedroug as your guide, you'll walk in the footsteps of great scholars like Imam Bukhari and Imam Tirmidhi. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to connect with Uzbekistan's rich Islamic history, breathtaking architecture, and the unforgettable culture of Central Asia!
Dates: April 10-19, 2025
Sign up at: dstworldtravel.com/uzbekistan-oh
ICN JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Community Health Awareness Program at ICN
ICN Shifa Clinic is excited to announce a Community Health Awareness Program at ICN 75th ! This initiative aims to promote better health and well-being within our community.
Date: March.8th,2025
Time: 12:30 P.M.- 3:30 PM
Location: ICN 75th
Join us every other month for a discussion on health, diet, lifestyle and get a free health screening!.
Open to all men and women 18 years and older.
We look forward to seeing you there, Insha Allah!
Jazakum Allahu Khairan.
ICN Shifa Clinic
Revert Family Iftar at ICN
Revert Support Committee is pleased to announce Revert Family Iftar @ ICN 75th during this blessed month of Ramadan.
Date: March 9th,2025
Time: 6 PM onwards
Location: ICN 75th(Youth Lounge).
Registration: icnmasjid.org/ramadan
Please click Click to Register below the flyer
Bring your family and join us for a wonderful evening of worship, community, and shared blessings. Let's break our fast together and make the most of this special time.
Please note: This event is exclusively for Revert brothers, sisters and families
We look forward to seeing you there, in sha Allah!
Jazakum Allahu Khairan!
Revert Support Committee
Al- Falah Academy's Ramadan Fest 3/15!
Ramadan Fest is a family, open-house type event.
Date: March 15th, 2025
Location: Ogden Masjid
Time: 10am - 1230pm
Come join this fun, interactive and spiritually uplifting event for families!
You can hear a book reading, make and take crafts,and purchase foods for your Iftaar!
Al-Falah Academy is also partnering with ICN Youth and Ansaar Services to host a toy drive where children can donate toys, gift wrap toys, and make Eid cards. For more information about this toy drive, including a list of toys to donate, please see the flyer below.
Activities are geared toward ages 4-16. Al-Falah students are free and all non-Al-Falah children are $10/child. All children who are planning to attend Ramadan Fest are required to register:https://tinyurl.com/ramadanfest2025
Ramadan is a time for giving and sharing. Let's come together to bring happiness to children in need. Join us in spreading Love & kindness to refugee families in our community! We're organizing a toy drive to collect new, wrapped/ unwrapped toys for children of all ages.
This is a wonderful opportunity for you and your kids to make a difference in the lives.
By donating a toy, you'll not only bring a smile to a child's face but also help them feel welcome and valued in our community, by sending an Eid Gift Of Toys
Let's come together to show our support and compassion! Drop off your toy donations On March 15th at ICN OGDEN Masjid between 10:00-12:00pm
Join us in making their Ramadan special by sending Eid Gifts
Your generosity will be rewarded, Insha'Allah.
ICN Iftar : Sponsored by the Community, for the Community
As the blessed month of Ramadan approaches, we invite you to sponsor an Iftar at ICN and share the blessings of this special time with the community.
Sponsor an Iftar for a day/multiple days or any amount!
Please visit icnmasjid.org/iftar or scan the QR code to donate
Please note : Community Iftar days dependent on sponsorship
May your generosity be rewarded in this holy month. Ameen!
Jazakum Allahu Khairan!
Events and Dinner Committee
Let's embark on this journey together to learn and improve good deeds this Ramadan insha Allah!
Together we will explore:
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what it means to be Ansaarullah, the supporters of Allah as identified in the Quran
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the ultimate reward for such people - Jannah!
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and how we can achieve this reward through our good deeds
We will also practice to make our good deeds sustainable.
* Everyone who enrolls will receive their very own Jannah activity kit with a good deeds chart, which we will utilize during the camp with our lesson plan. *
Join us for a 3-day Ramadan Camp:
Sundays, 3/2, 3/9 and 3/16
11:00am - 1:00pm
ICN An-Noor (3540 248th Ave, Naperville)
Register: https://bit.ly/RamadanCamp2025
$50/ child Zelle to: [email protected]
*Registration will close on Thursday, February 27th or earlier if we reach capacity. *
Pay Your Fitra & Fidya
Assalamu Alaikum ICN Community,
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, it's time to fulfill our obligation and pay our Fitra and Fidya. These acts of charity purify our fasts and help those in need.
Fitra (Zakat al-Fitr):
Amount: $10 for each member in the household.
Fitra MUST be paid before Eid salah. Scan the QR code on the flyer, visit icnmasjid.org/ramadan & Click on Donate button below the flyer. On the Donation form, select 'Fitra' from the dropdown or drop off money in the donation boxes at any ICN location labeled 'Fitra'.
Fidya:
Amount: $10 per person per day of missed fast.
Scan the QR code on the flyer, visit icnmasjid.org/ramadan & Click on Donate button below the flyer. On the Donation form, select 'Fidya' from the dropdown or drop off money in the donation boxes at any ICN location labeled 'Fidya'.
Let's help those in need this Ramadan. Your contributions make a huge impact! May Allah accept our fasting and charity Ameen.
Jazakum Allahu Khairan
Religious Services Committee
We are looking for a couple of volunteers to join ICN IT Team! If you have experience in HTML/CSS/JavaScript we would love to have you join our team!
If you have the requested skills and are passionate about supporting ICN IT team, this is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community.
Please email [ Your Name/Contact Info ] to [email protected] if you are interested in volunteering or have any questions.
Jazakum Allahu Khairan for your time and support!
ICN IT Committe
Volunteer Tutors Needed
To help students excel in academics by putting your expertise to good use.
Please spare some time to become a volunteer tutor
Straight A graders in high school / college students are highly encouraged to participate and make a difference
Please sign up @ icnmasjid.org/tutoring
As Salaam u Alaikum dear sisters and brothers. Since the establishment of ICN 3 decades ago, our organization with 4 centers serving the Muslim community, is largely, volunteer supported. Last year, ICN embarked on a journey of continuous improvement, to ensure that our brand reflects the Prophetic model, in the administration of our institution, as well as the behaviors of our volunteers and staff. We invite you to be part of this journey by submitting a complaint, giving a compliment, or sharing any ideas for improvement. Visit - http://icnmasjid.org/feedback . Jazakum Allahu Khairan
Why do we need to study?
Proof of Prophets:
Helps people believe, learn morals, and find purpose. It teaches about history and culture, promotes spiritual growth, and creates a sense of belonging.
Hadith from Al Bukhari & Muslim:
Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih al-Muslim are essential books for Muslims after the Quran. They help us understand our religion better, live a good life, and follow Islamic teachingsfaithfully.
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS:
ICN Volunteer sub-committee would like to invite and encourage the community to sign up to volunteer for various ICN events, facilities maintenance, and activities. There is always something which you can help with.
- Masjid Property Maintenance (Rearrange, Clean, Storage, etc.)
- Jumuah Lunch Setup & Manage
- Events Planning & Setup (Family, Kids, Eid, etc.)
- Parking & Security
- Managing Supplies
- and much more.
We recognize that our dedicated volunteers spend time away from their families, their work as well as their opportunity for ibadah in order to make things easier for all the ICN community. We pray that Allah SWT may grant them the best of rewards in this Dunya and Aakhirah for their commitment and dedication. Ameen.
Please sign up using the LINK or by scanning the QR code on the flyer.
ICN has recently created the Human Capital Development sub-committee. One of its core mandate is human capital development of ICN's volunteers & staff. We are looking for a dedicated and qualified volunteer to lead this Human Capital Development (HCD) sub-committee. This requires a commitment of 4 to 6 hours per week on an ongoing basis. If interested, please email your profile summary to [email protected]. We invite candidates with minimum 3 years of HR or HC experience and proven ability to lead a small team (mostly volunteers) to apply.
Please click HERE for the role description
Assalamu alaikum! Are you new to the Naperville community? Please complete a brief questionnaire at icnmasjid.org/welcome to help us connect you with resources as you settle in! Welcome Home!
Opportunity to become an ICN Pillar
"Subhanallah, as our masajid are filling up again, all of us need to do our part to support the operations. Become one of the pillars of ICN during this blessed month. Visit icnmasjid.org/pillar to join" https://youtu.be/Y0e-HB0MJxw
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