This Week at the IC!
Join us at the IC for another full week of inspirational, life-changing halaqas, classes, and events. All are welcome!
THIS WEEK AT THE IC
JANUARY 22 - JANUARY 28
SPRING IC BUILDING HOURS
Monday - Friday
8 AM - 11 PM
Saturday & Sunday
12 PM - 10 PM
NOTE: All of our in-person halaqas, classes, and events are open to everyone. However, non-NYU community members must submit our Building Access Form prior to arriving. If the form is not submitted, you will not be able to enter the IC building.
Upon arrival, guest will need to present a physical, government-issued photo ID to gain access to the IC building. Photos or digital copies of IDs will not be accepted. No exceptions.
SIGN UP FOR OUR SPRING CLASSES
MONDAY
MONDAY POTLUCK IFTAR*
IC COMMUNITY
MONDAY | SUNSET / MAGHRIB
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.,
Join us every Monday (and Thursday) for a potluck iftar!
We'll be breaking our Sunnah fast at sunset, insha' Allah, following the example of our Prophet Muhammad (). Please come and share a meal with us, even if you're not fasting!
*NOTE: Since this is a potluck iftar, we are asking attendees to bring a food or drink to share with everyone (if they are able). We are expecting 50 - 100 people.
IMAM NAWAWI'S 40 HADITH FOR MODERN TIMES
IMAM KHALID LATIF
MONDAY | 6 PM EST
GCASL Building
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.,
+ YouTube Livestream
Join Imam Khalid Latif every Monday for a deep-dive into Imam Nawawi's 40 Hadiths and its application in modern times. This foundational text is well-respected across ideological lines and legal schools and serves as an invaluable guide for Muslims in all aspects of our lives.
TUESDAY
QUR'AN STUDIES
DR. ALI MERMER
TUESDAY | 6 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.,
+ YouTube Livestream
Join Dr. Ali Mermer every Tuesday as he explores the timeless wisdom and profound guidance contained within the wondrous stories in the Holy Qur'an. Dr. Mermer will be delving deep into God's Word and will encourage us to reflect, ask questions, and challenge any doubts about the existence of God.
Dr. Mermer has been studying the Qur'an to understand its message and apply it to the present day living conditions for half a century and has completed his degrees in Islamic Studies and Political Science and then did a PhD on Sociology of Religion at Durham University, UK.
WEDNESDAY
IC SERVES: HOT MEAL DISTRIBUTION
IN THE IC NEIGHBORHOOD
WEDNESDAY | 12 PM EST
238 Thompson St. (outside)
New York, NY 10012
Would you like to volunteer with ICNYU?
Alhamdulillah, IC Serves has partnered with the Zakat Fund of NYC to serve hot meals on Wednesdays to individuals right outside of the IC. The delicious, halal meals are freshly cooked with love by our friends at Taheni Mediterranean Grill.
Volunteers are needed every Wednesday from 12:00 - 1:30 pm. You must commit to the entire time. Please only sign up for dates you are available. Volunteers will be notified Monday afternoon regarding their confirmation.
BACK TO SCHOOL DINNER
NYU STUDENTS
WEDNESDAY | 5:30 PM EST
GCASL Grand Hall
238 Thompson St., 5th Fl.
New York, NY 10012
ATTENTION NYU UNDERGRAD & GRAD STUDENTS!
Join the IC staff for our first dinner of the semester! Come and hear about the programs we have planned for the semester, hear from our student leaders and meet old and new friends!
NOTE: This event is only for new and returning NYU undergrad and grad students.
SESSION 6: ETIQUETTES OF UMRAH
DR. SHEIKH FAIYAZ JAFFER
WEDNESDAY | 6 PM EST
238 Thompson St.
4th Fl., Room 475
New York, NY 10012
Fiqhology: Figuring out Islamic Law is a monthly workshop series led by Dr. Sheikh Faiyaz Jaffer. Together, we will dive deep into special topics in Ja'fari fiqh and learn to transform our daily decisions into divinely-guided lifestyles.
This week, Dr. Sheikh Faiyaz will discuss the etiquettes and laws of Umrah.
We have several other dates lined up for this workshop series, so please take advantage and sign up for as many dates as you can:
- February 28, 2024
- April 24, 2024
- May 8, 2024
NOTE: This workshop is in-person only and will not be livestreamed.
AWAKEN & TRANSFORM:
A PSYCHOLOGICAL & SPIRITUAL
WELLNESS SERIES
DR. MARWA ASSAR
WEDNESDAY | 6 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.,
+ YouTube Livestream
Join Dr. Marwa Assar every Wednesday as she awakens us to our soul and its needs as it travels on its journey through this world on the path to Allah .
Dr. Marwa harmonizes authentic Islamic traditions with modern Western psychological concepts to help us look within ourselves, and identify the psychological barriers and obstacles that often prevent us from experiencing holistic transformation, true contentment, and closeness to Allah .
Don't miss this opportunity to explore your connection your faith in a deeply personal way!
SEERAH STUDIES, PART 1: THE MECCAN YEARS
IMAM KHALID LATIF
WEDNESDAY | 7 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.,
+ YouTube Livestream
Join Imam Khalid Latif every Wednesday for this two-part series as he explores the extraordinary life of Prophet Muhammad () and draws valuable lessons from it for Muslims in modern times. We'll also learn how our understanding of God and His Attributes and Islamic law evolved from revelation and the day-to-day experiences of the early Muslim community.
THURSDAY
THURSDAY POTLUCK IFTAR*
IC COMMUNITY
THURSDAY| SUNSET / MAGHRIB
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.,
Join us every Thursday (and Monday) for a potluck iftar!
We'll be breaking our Sunnah fast at sunset, insha' Allah, following the example of our Prophet Muhammad (). Please come and share a meal with us, even if you're not fasting!
*NOTE: Since this is a potluck iftar, we are asking attendees to bring a food or drink to share with everyone (if they are able). We are expecting 50 - 100 people.
FRIDAY
FRIED CHICKEN FRIDAY
(JUMU'AH PRAYER + LUNCH)
IMAM KHALID LATIF
FRIDAY | 1:15 PM EST
GCASL Grand Hall
238 Thompson St., 5th Fl.
New York, NY 10012
+ YouTube Livestream
Join us this Friday for another blessed Jumu'ah prayer with another uplifting and heartfelt khutbah by Imam Khalid Latif.
Allah has ordained Friday (Jumu'ah) as a blessed day of gathering and reflection for us, the 'ummah of Muhammad , so come and spend this special day with your brothers and sisters here at the IC.
BONUS: This week is Fried Chicken Friday, so we will be serving lunch immediately following the prayer.
All are welcome!
WOMEN'S CIRCLE: AKHIRAH MINDSET
YOUSRA IBRAHIM & REHAM PERRY
FRIDAY | 3:30 PM EST
IC Prayer Room (472)
238 Thompson St., 4th Fl.,
Join Yousra Ibrahim and Reham Perry every Friday for a weekly discussion circle for women to learn about Allah's attributes, how they help us develop a relationship with Allah, and the various ways they can shift our trajectory in life. We will be basing our reflections on the book Reflecting on the Names of Allah by Jinan Yousef.
These discussion circles are intended to foster a safe space for sisters to share, learn, and grow together as we think about how topics such as mental health, boundaries, hijab, salah, goal setting, and more relate to His attributes. No prior knowledge needed!
NOTE: This event is open to all women and is in-person only. It will not be livestreamed.
MUSLIM WRITERS COLLECTIVE
OPEN MIC NIGHT
FRIDAY | 6 PM EST
Global Center for Academic and Spiritual Life
238 Thompson St.
Lower Level, Room C95
New York, NY 10012
Join the Muslim Writers Collective as it celebrates 10 years of empowering Muslim artists, writers, and musicians by providing an open platform for their creativity.
**GOT A STORY TO TELL? SIGN UP!
FOLLOW @MUSLIMWRITERSCOLLECTIVE FOR THE LATEST UPDATES.**
SATURDAY
REVIVING THE MUSLIM CONSCIOUSNESS
MAS YOUTH CONFERENCE
SATURDAY | 12 PM EST
Kimmel Center for University Life
60 Washington Square South
Rosenthal Pavilion, 10th Fl.,
New York, NY 10012
TURNING EMPATHY INTO ACTION & SOLIDARITY INTO STRENGTH
The Ummah is experiencing an awakening on a collective level. Our immediate focus is to foster personal and community developments that align with our spiritual and Islamic values. Individual growth is not an end in itself, but a means to contribute effectively to the collective well-being.
We want to encourage our youth to embody the essence of the Muslim consciousness and channel their enhanced, personal capabilities and talents into collective efforts, thereby strengthening the ummah.
We want to prompt each individual to reflect: What strides are you making on both personal and spiritual levels? What are your forthcoming steps in this journey?
GUEST SPEAKERS
- Sh Mikaeel Smith
- Sh Yasir Birjas
- Sh Mohammad Elshinawy
- Sh Muhammad Jaaber
- Dr Carl Sharif El-Tobgui
- Imam Khizer Ali
- Sr Maha Albrashi
- Sh Suhaib Webb
- Sr Suzy Ismail
- Imam Khalid Latif
Open to Ages 16+
Individual Ticket: $25
Please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions!
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SUPPORT THE ISLAMIC CENTER
All of our programs are run completely on donations, so we rely heavily on the generosity of our community to provide the services that we do.
Please consider making an online tax-deductible contribution today to help support the cost at www.givecampus.com/campaigns/25895/donations/new
Should you have any questions, feel free to email us at [email protected].