ICN Newsletter - April 26th 2024
April 26th, 2024
April 26th, 2024
Observe the prayer from the decline of the sun until the darkness of the night and the dawn prayer, for certainly the dawn prayer is witnessed by angels
[Al-Isra: 78]
This verse gives the times of the five daily prayers: the decline of the sun refers to the afternoon and late afternoon prayers, the darkness of night refers to sunset and late evening prayers, then the dawn prayer.
Words of Wisdom
Alhamdulilah, we are approximately two weeks from Ramadan ending and we ask Allah to accept all of righteous actions. This is a good time to examine how we've been doing after Ramadan. In addition to trying to fast the six days of Shawwal, we should put special emphasis on praying in the Masjid. The ayah and hadith show the importance of praying these prayers in the Masjid. This will also be a means to building consistency, determination, and discipline, which will lead to success in other aspects of our lives. We pray to Allah to make us consistent in His worship and make us among the special people who pray salah consistently in His houses. Ameen
Hadeeth of the Day
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
The Messenger of Allah () said, "No Salat is more burdensome to the hypocrites than the Fajr (dawn) prayer and the 'Isha' (night) prayer; and if they knew their merits, they would come to them even if they had to crawl to do so."
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Recommended Reading
For more information: Click HERE
Spiritual Counseling
Please click HERE to schedule an appointment with Sh. Rizwan
Please click HERE to schedule an appointment with Sh. Omar
JUMU'AH TIME CHANGE EFFECTIVE MARCH 15, 2024
Assalamualaikum all, please note that the new time of 2:20 PM for the 2nd Jamat at ICN Ogden has been extended now until further notice due to daylight savings. This is in order to reduce the traffic congestion. If you are coming to the 2nd Jamat, please plan to come only after 2 PM. Thank you for your cooperation.
MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD
As-Salamu Alaykum ICN Family!
We are just over a week out of Ramadan 2024. Hope you got a chance to celebrate Eid with your family and friends and catch up on some well-deserved rest and sleep. In sha Allah our spiritual high gained during this Ramadan will last throughout the year and may Allah bless and reward us with an opportunity to see Ramadan 2025. Ameen!
As a reminder to our community members, your ICN Board of Directors are always available to answer your questions/concerns, hear new ideas, listen to feedback, meet with you individually, or meet with you during our weekly Board meetings. Our weekly Board meeting times occur on Saturday mornings. Exact locations, dates and times are on the ICN website.
If you'd like to submit an agenda item for discussion at a Board meeting, please make sure you officially request an agenda item be added by filling out this form: https://www.jotform.com/230127765122146
The ICN Board Secretary will get you on the agenda as quickly as possible. You can find the Board meeting agendas and links on our ICN Website at: https://islamiccenterofnaperville.org/
ICN Board meetings like all board meetings include open and closed session meetings. Open session meetings can be attended by any ICN members while closed sessions include confidential discussions and are restricted to board members. Closed session meetings may include HR discussions and/or other sensitive issues. If you have never attended an ICN board meeting in the past, please do so. We look forward to seeing you at the meetings.
On Wednesday, April 17th the ICN board sent out 2024 Ramadan Fundraising Update to the community. If you have not read it, please do so. We want to, once again, thank Allah, all our volunteers, and the ICN community for the success of our 2024 Ramadan Fundraising campaign. Jazakum Allahu Khairan for your continued donations and support. If you have not fulfilled your pledges, please do so at your earliest convenience.
May Allah continue to shower his blessing upon the ICN community and unite and guide us on the right path. Aameen
Jazakum Allahu Khairan,
Anees Rahman
On Behalf of the ICN Board
FY22 ICN Financials & FY23 ICN Financials
Please click HERE to view ICN FY 23 Q2 Financials
Please click HERE to view ICN FY 23 Q 3 Financial
Experience ICN's Social Media by liking and following us! For the latest and real-time announcements and news, our social media channels are an excellent option. Links to our channels are listed on top of the newsletter.
Join ICN's official WhatsApp Channel - CLICK HERE & Stay Informed!
[
[
[
[
ICN Youth Programming is managed by our Youth Team.
Please contact Sr. Zakiya for additional details - [email protected].
on Facebook and on Instagram.
ICN Ramadan Program and Eid Salah Feedback Survey
Jazakum Allahu Khairan for giving ICN's Events Committee the opportunity to serve the needs of the community. To ensure we continue to improve our services, please take ~5 mins to share your feedback using the survey link below. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and experience with us. icnmasjid.org/survey
Assalamualikum wr wb sisters,
Get ready to learn everything you need to know about Palestine!
Started this Thursday, April 25th our special course on The history of Palestine This series will give you a cohesive and complete story of Palestine through the lens of history, identity, and politics.
Time: 10:15-11:45 am
Location: ICN Ogden
Looking forward to seeing you all iA
Jazakumullahukhairan
Please click HERE to RSVP
SOLD OUT The ICN Sisters Eid Party is officially sold out!
Please note, there will be NO tickets available at the door.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to celebrating with you!
Jazakum Allahu Khairan!
ICN WOMEN'S COMMITTEE
Assalamualaikum ICN Community,
ICN Noor Academy extends its warm welcome to the entire community, as well as, families with children in grades preschool to Grade 5 to join us at the Grand Opening of our new school facility! You'll have an opportunity to tour the facility, meet our wonderful teaching staff & support staff, and learn more about our what Noor Academy is all about.
Date: Saturday, May 11th, 2024
Time: 10 AM 12 Noon
Location: 1255 Bond Street, Suite 163, Naperville IL 60563
Please RSVP for this event for planning purposes by completing registration by clicking the "link" under the flyer in the "Related News" section at http://icnmasjid.org/education/icn-noor-academy
Calling all badminton enthusiasts to join this fun, competitive Badminton Tournament at ICN. Limited spots. Please register at icnmasjid.org/sports
Join us for ICN Women's Committee Annual Bazaar filled with a variety of vendors, delicious food, and entertainment. Mark your calendars for this upcoming eventit's an affair not to be missed!
Asalaamualyakum wrbt! The wait is over! Summer camp registration is now open! Please read the form carefully before submission. Registration is required and will close at capacity.
Please visit http://icnmasjid.org/children and click on the summer camp flyer for registration. Muhsen accommodation available for children with special needs.
For questions, please contact [email protected].
Calling all teachers! The Children Committee is recruiting for teachers and teacher assistants for our 2024 Summer camp program. If interested please submit any questions and your resume to [email protected].
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
ICN Sports Committee is excited to announce workout classes for adults (MEN ONLY) in Sparring, Striking and Grappling to help improve self-defense starting *Sunday, January 14, 2024
The classes will be led by Br.Yusuf Sikander who is a black belt in martial arts and has been wrestling for several years.
Registration is required. Please register at http://icnmasjid.org/sports & click the Link in the section (OR) scan the QR code to register in the program.
For any questions, please reach out to [email protected]
The instructor & trainer, Br.Yusuf Sikander, has a black belt and is a gold medalist in the US.
Please see the flyer for more details and use the link on http://icnmasjid.org/sports (OR) scan the QR code to register in the program.
For any questions, please reach out to [email protected]
Calling all pickleball enthusiasts to join for an exciting game of *pickleball for _SISTERS_ @ ICN Ogden gym every Saturday 9 AM to 11 AM*.
Interested in joining or have questions, please reach out to *[email protected]*
BROTHERS ONLY - Join us weekly for a fun-filled game of badminton @ ICN Ogden gym every Monday 7 PM to 10 PM & Thursday 8:30 PM to 11 PM in sha Allah. If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]
Please watch this video of the dome being installed on Masjid al Nur - Alhamdulillah, exciting milestone.
The steel frame for the dome is being installed and the actual fiber glass dome will then be installed on that and the beautiful interior design will follow after that in sha Allah. Reminder that we need all of us to do our part and donate generously for the project - icnmasjid.org/248
Islamic Lessons in Arabic by Shaykh Hisham Elbeltagi
Topic:
Please register for this program using the link -> *https://tinyurl.com/IslamicLessonsinArabic*
or by scanning the QR code on the flyer.
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.
Alhamdulillah, Tahfeedh-ul Qur'an program will be continuing with an Evening Program, for ages 6+ in sha ALLAH, from Tuesday, Sep 5, 2023 and will run through May 23, 2024.
Classes will be held at ICN Ogden masjid between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM, Monday through Thursday (boys & girls classes & days are separate).
Please see the flyer for more details.
Please click the application form link or scan the QR code on the flyer to register your children in this program. Jazakum Allahu Khairan.
Registration LINK
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
To advertise across ICN's Communication Channels, please visit our Communications & Media Relations page. Select Community Member in the form and submit request.
All official emails from ICN will be sent only from [email protected].
ICN is not responsible for the content of emailssent from any other address to the community members since they are not official ICN emails.
You received this email because you're subscribed to messages from Islamic Center Of Naperville.