ICOI Board Transition Plan
While we search for a new Imam
Assalamu Alaikum ICOI Community.:
We have been approached by a few community members who inquired about the ICOI transition plan, as Sh. Mustafa nears his last day with us. Here is what the Board has worked through.
New Imam Search:
Alhamdu Lellah. A committee was formed to spearhead the search for a new imam before the announcement of Sh. Mustafas stepping down. This committee has created a list of potential candidates and has begun approaching imams and is consulting with Sha. Haifaa & Sh. Mustafa. The Imam of a community is looked to for wisdom and stability, and helps to serve as a unifying force. It is with this reality in mind that we continue to tirelessly expend our efforts in search of the right person to fill this role.
Connection with Sh. Mustafa:
Many in the community have shared their sadness and worry about losing their connection with Sh. Mustafa. We would like to assure you that he will continue to be part of the ICOI community so members will continue to have conversations with him and ask him questions. In addition, Sh. Mustafa has generously committed to continue giving some Friday Khutbas, a few weekly khateras, a continuation of the Wednesday Tafseer class a little longer.
Imam Responsibilities:
Sh. Mustafa had previously established systems in place for choosing the Friday khateeb, who leads the prayers, and the prayer times. These will remain in place as is.
Sh. Tarik Ata (OCIF) has graciously agreed to field appointments with our community members in need of religious consultation during this transition. Alhamdu Lellah. He is very capable, and we are blessed to have a great relationship with him and the OCIF community.Sh. Tarik has already been presiding over some of the Nikah (wedding) requests we receive, and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future.
During this transition period, if the need arises for an organizational fatwa, we will reach out to Sh. Mustafa and/or another trusted local Imams for guidance.
In closing, we assure you that we are laser focused on working through this interim period with the diligence it deserves and with the least disruption to the ICOI community.
In Service,
ICOI Board