ICOB Announcements for 03/21/2025

Business Islamic Center of Bloomington (ICOB)

3 months ago

Salam Alaikum,

We're already in the last third of the month, and seeking every night "the Qadr's night" (Night Of Power).

Hadith of the week

Narrated Abu Huraira:
The Prophet (PBUH) said, "Whoever fasted the month of Ramadan out of sincere Faith (i.e. belief) and hoping for a reward from Allah, then all his past sins will be forgiven, and whoever stood for the prayers in the night of Qadr out of sincere Faith and hoping for a reward from Allah, then all his previous sins will be forgiven ."

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Summary of this newsletter

Only one Jumaah today at 2pm.
Qiyam (Night) Prayers started everyday at 4AM.
Zakat Al Fitr
Ramadan IftarsCalendar
ICoB's Program
Halaqa after Fajr

Exceptionallywe will have just **one Jumaah today at 2pm.**We continue next week with two jumaahs: the first prayer starts at 2PM and the second starts at 3PM.

Qiyam Prayers

As we enter the last ten nights of the holy month of Ramadan, we are reminded of the immense blessings and opportunities these nights hold. Among them is Laylat al-Qadr, a night greater than a thousand months, when Allahs mercy, forgiveness, and rewards are unmatched.

Allah's Messenger (PBUH) said, "Search for the Night of Qadr in the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan."

With the start of the last ten days of Ramadan, the Prophet (PBUH) used to tighten his waist belt (i.e. work hard) and used to pray all the night, and used to keep his family awake for the prayers.

We are pleased to announce that we're holding Tahajjud prayers at 4:00 AM at the Masjid. Join us in this blessed act of worship as we seek Allahs mercy and guidance.

Also, Fajr Iqamah will be 10 minutes after Adhan.

Zakat Al Fitr

Zakat al-Fitr (Fitrana) A Blessing for All

As we approach the end of Ramadan, lets remember the essential act of giving Zakat al-Fitr. This special charity purifies our fasts and ensures that everyone in our community can celebrate Eid with joy.

It is an obligation on every single person that a Muslim is required to provide for.

So, for every single one you provide for in your household, you pay the minimum of $10 for this year. You can pay more than that if youre financially capable. More info here:https://fiqhcouncil.org/fidyah-and-zakat-al-fitr/

You can send the money to this Zelle account: [email protected]

And leave a note saying Zakat Al-Fitr OR, put your cash in the dedicated box for Zakat Al-fitr which is shown in the picture below

Ramadan Iftars Calendar

Here's the calendar for the Iftars through Ramadan Alhamdullilahall days are booked.

**Ramadan 2025 Programs at ICOB
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As we welcome the blessed month of Ramadan, the Islamic Center of Bloomington is excited to offer a variety of programs for youth and kids. Some events are open to everyone, while others require registration.

For full details and to sign up where needed, please visit:icob.org/ramadan2025

May this Ramadan be a source of blessings, growth, and community for us all!

Sisters' Qiyam

Fajr Halaqa

ICOB Channels: Stay Connected!

We invite everyone to connect with the Islamic Center of Bloomington (ICOB) through these channels. Our aim is to foster community and keep you informed about events and classes. Your participation is important to us, and we look forward to engaging with you through these platforms!

Prayer times for 21/07/2025 to 03/27/2025

Fajr:Adhan + 5 minutes(Range 6:35-6:45)
Dhuhr:02:15 PM
Asr:05:45PM
Maghrib:Adhan + 5 minutes(Range 8:04-8:10)
Isha:Adhan + 5 minutes (Range 9:23-9:30))
Jummah: 02:00 PM & 3:00PM (Except for today)

Details of the ICOB prayer times can be found on our website -https://icob.org/prayer. Adhan time can be followed from here -https://www.islamicfinder.org/world/united-states/4254679/bloomington-prayer-times/. Alternatively, you can use the Athan+(iOS:https://apps.apple.com/us/app/athan/id1524990518, Android:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.masjidal.athanplus) to follow our Iqamah times. These apps are directly connected to the screen that shows the prayer times in the prayer area.

Imam office hours:

Mon & Thr 11-1 pm & Tue 4-6 pm.

Or by appointment.

Contact Imam:

[email protected]

Sign up to volunteerhereand make a substantial difference in our community. Also, ICOB offers parking permits for daily and overnight use of the mosque's parking facilities. For more details on acquiring a permit, reach out to Imam Mohamed during his official office hours, which can be found on ourwebsite.

Regards,

Hassan,

On behalf of the ICOB EC