ICN Newsletter - March 22nd 2024
March 22nd, 2024
March 22nd, 2024
O believers! Fasting is prescribed for youas it was for those before youso perhaps you will become mindful of Allah.
prescribed number of days. But whoever of you is ill or on a journey, then an equal number of days. For those who can only fast with extreme difficulty, compensation can be made by feeding a needy person. But whoever volunteers to give more, it is better for them. And to fast is better for you, if only you knew. Al-Baqrah:183-184
Words of Wisdom
Allah described the fasting month as a few days. Scholars say that this month goes by very quickly. It seems like we just started Ramadan, but Alhamdulilah, we are now in the middle ten days of Ramadan. We ask Allah to accept from us and give us the ability to be among those blessed with Laylatul Qadr's rewards. The ayah mentions the importance of giving fidya for those who cannot fast. The amount is $10 per day.
The hadith reminds us of the importance of giving Zakat al-Fitr, which is $10.00 per person. We request people to give their Zakat al-Fitr as soon as possible so that it can be collected and distributed to the needy efficiently.
During these middle ten days, people sometimes experience a lull. The enthusiasm of the beginning of the month starts to wane, and the excitement of the last ten nights doesn't kick in yet. The Masjid becomes less full. Alhamdulilah, we have many activities for the community to help the community during this period. Please take advantage of these programs and activities. All of the information regarding fidya, fitra, and our Ramadan programs and activities can be found at icnmasjid.org/ramadan
May Allah accept from us all, and make us among those that experience and benefit from Laylatul Qadr. Ameen
Hadeeth of the Day
Ibn Abbas reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, obligated Zakat al-Fitr to purify the fasting person from vain talk and misbehavior, as food for the poor. Whoever pays it before the Eid prayer, it is accepted as Zakat. Whoever pays it after the Eid prayer, it is part of voluntary charity.
Sunan Abi Dawud
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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
Dear ICN Community,
As-Salamu Alaykum! We pray that you are having an excellent Ramadan 2024. Please keep all ICN families, and especially our brothers, sisters, and children in Gaza, and other less fortunate Muslim countries in your prayers, Insha'Allah.
As we approach the midpoint of the month of Ramadan, please make sure you're taking advantage of the many events happening at our Masjids. Our ICN website is the best place to start looking at the various events, dates, and times.
https://islamiccenterofnaperville.org
As you know we also have many fundraising opportunities this month. We will be having outside organizations come to ICN to raise funds and we will have multiple opportunities to donate to specific ICN needs. Our 248 Masjid project is going full swing, and we need your donations to avoid delays and complete the project this summer, Insha'Allah. Please donate generously, and even volunteer to help our fundraising team with the fundraising events.
It may be a little premature to start thinking about Eid, but we wanted to give you an update regarding our ongoing search for an Eid prayers venue. For the past 2-3 months, we've been in touch with many different venues for Eid prayers. As you know, Eid day is a work and school day and with that in mind, we have not been able to secure any off-site Eid prayer space at this time. Our search continues! If you know of any potential venues with appropriate indoor space AND plenty of parking, please let us know at your earliest convenience. As we have done in the past, if we are not able to find an off-site venue, we will have Eid prayers at our Ogden, 75th and Olesen masjids, Insha'Allah. More details to follow as they become available.
We also want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who attended our Town Hall Meeting on March 7th. As we continue to improve communications within the community, we ask that if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to any of our ICN Board of Directors at any time, ask to add an agenda item to an upcoming board meeting, or just attend one or more of our board meetings. We look forward to your input and board meeting attendance.
Project 248 Update: Our 248 Masjid project construction is in full swing. With continued good weather, construction is moving even faster. Our contractors are working on the interior of our building and the building is totally enclosed and heated. We look forward to celebrating the grand opening of our new masjid with you this summer, Insha'Allah. Please continue to donate generously to ensure we can complete the project on time, without any construction delays due to lack of finances. Insha'Allah, we will be able to do our Eid prayers at our new masjid next year.
The ICN Board, together with Committee Chairs, Leads, and Volunteers, is wholeheartedly dedicated to providing the best services and programs for our community. Please keep us in your prayers.
May Allah SWT bestow upon us the wisdom and strength to fulfil our commitment to the community, and may His blessings and mercy envelop all of you. Ameen!
Jazakum Allah Khair,
Anees Rahman
On Behalf of the ICN Board
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We're excited to announce another special 1439, Friday, March 22nd with a very special guest, Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans, and our very own Shaykh Omar Hedroug!
With about three weeks left in Ramadan, it's important to try our best to maximize our worship in these remaining blessed days. Join us as we reflect and discuss how we can make the most out of our Ramadan, so we may be fulfilled by the end inshaAllah.
Registration: icnyouth.org/1439
(College and Young Professionals only)
Join us Friday, March 22nd as we host our wonderful guest speaker Ustadha Lena Tleib as she guides us through how to navigate our Veiled Struggles during our annual Ramadan Sisters Qiyam!
Watching our brothers and sisters around the world suffering and facing oppression has led to complex internal struggles that can be difficult to navigate. Our faith truly gives us a perfect guide to healing and attaining peace and stability in turbulent times, which is the theme of our ICNY Ramadan!
It'll be a night of learning from Quran & Sunnah to achieve utmost strength and peace and connection-with ourselves, our deen, and our sisters!
Registration: icnmasjid.org/sistersqiyam
Join us for our High School Brothers Qiyam Friday, March 22nd for a night filled with beautiful reminders by Shaykh Hasan Natour and Shaykh Omar Hedroug. There will be plenty of activities, reflections, Qiyam, and suhoor InshAllah!
The topic, Ego & Humility is one that each and everyone of us can benefit from. Learning to stray away from kibr will allow us to foster meaningful connections with others and our Creator. Exemplifying humility and distancing from arrogance is one of many ways we can strive to be like our Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)!
Registration : https://tinyurl.com/revivalqiyaam
Ansaar Services + ICNY + Al Falah Academy Eid Gift Drive for Refugee Children! We extend a warm invitation to everyone to participate in this cause. Don't miss the chance to contribute and make a positive impact on the lives of children in need.
Drop off your gifts on Saturday, March 23rd, between 9 AM - 12:30 PM at ICN Ogden. Please refer to the flyer for specific details on what gifts to bring. To ensure proper distribution, we kindly request that you wrap your gifts or place them in a labeled gift bag, indicating the gender and age group.
ICN Youth Programming is managed by our Youth Team.
Please contact Sr. Zakiya for additional details - [email protected].
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Assalamualaikum ICN Community,
Save the "dates" for Ramadan! Mark these days on your calendar.
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah () said:
When the first night of Ramadan comes, the satans and mischievous jinns are chained up, and the gates of the Fire are closed, and none of its gates are opened. The gates of Paradise are opened, and none of its gates are closed. And a caller cries out: 'O seeker of good, proceed, O seeker of evil, stop.' And Allah has necks (people) whom He frees (from the Fire), and that happens every day. - Ibn Majah
Message from Shakyh Rizwan:
Alhamdulillah, Ramadan is a great blessing and opportunity to come closer to Allah and closer to each other. I encourage myself and everyone to focus their attention on prayer, fasting, recitation of the Quran, and sadaqah. While doing all this, the question and focus should be whether Allah will accept this from me. If we are sincere, follow the Sunnah, and do things in ways that are pleasing to Allah, we should have the best hope and expectations from Allah. I pray to Allah he makes us among those that are freed from the fire of hell and entered into jannatul Firdaws during Ramadan. Ameen.
Ramadan Ready
As we journey through the blessed days of Ramadan, ICN presents variety of Ramadan programming aimed at embracing the blessings of this month and enriching our spiritual connection with Allah (SWT)
The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is reported to have said, "Whoever feeds a fasting person will earn the same reward as him without diminishing in any way the reward of the fasting person." [Sahih Hadith] Please sponsor ICN's #Iftar and Dinner program - https://icnmasjid.org/iftar
Alhamdulillah, ICN has a number of programs and services for the entire month of Ramadan at all three ICN locations, including daily taraweeh, iftars, khatira, qiyams, youth programs and more. If you are taking advantage of the many Ramadan programs and services offered by ICN, please do your part and donate generously to pay for Ramadan Expenses.
Visit http://icnmasjid.org/donate/. Click on the Ramadan/Iftar Expenses button; select Ramadan Expenses from the options.
We invite you to join us for Iftar dinner during the month of Ramadan at ICN Odgen (ONLY on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays), at ICN 75th and Olesen locations (ALL days). Please RSVP at http://icnmasjid.org/ramadan and by clicking on the Iftar Dinner flyer or the link below the flyer.
Ramadan Calendars 1445 H / 2024 M. Alhumdulliah, ICN has planned many programs for our community. Please download these calendars to prepare for the blessed month in sha Allah. https://icnmasjid.org/ramadan
Honor Ramadan by giving back with ICNA Relief in partnership with ICN, ICN Youth, and Al Falah Academy. We're working to provide essential food items to neighbors in need through our Ramadan Food Drive.
Take a look at the graphic for the list of needed items. Whether it's a bag of flour or your special Ramadan staple, your donation will light up someone's iftar.
Please drop off your items in the ICNA Relief truck at ICN Ogden on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, March 22-24.
Or, you can donate online to help us buy in bulk at http://ICNARelief.org/Ramadan.
This spring break , join us for our special 3-day Spring Ramadan camp: "Journey through the Quran" for kids age 5-14 years.
- Learn from three significant Surahs from the Quran(Surah Al- Alaq, Surah Al- Qalam and Surah Ad-Duha).
- Kids will engage in interactive sessions, fun games, crafts, and activities to deepen their understanding of Quranic concepts and make learning both educational and enjoyable.
- Toy drive on March 28th
- Special potluck Iftar on the last day
Camp Details:
March 26th-28th
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
ICN Ogden
$40/child
Sibling Discounts: $75 for 2, $100 for 3 kids
Registration Link: bit.ly/mcnaramadancamp
Zelle registration fees at +1 (630) 242-0520
Limited Spots - Register by March 21st!
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to deepen your kids connection with the Quran this Spring Break
For more information please contact [email protected]
See you there, InshaAllah!
ICN Children's Subcommittee in collaboration with ArtSmart brings you a fun Ramadan Art event for 5-10 year olds. Registration is required and will close at capacity. Please register at http://icnmasjid.org/children and click on the Ramadan Art Party flyer or click the Register link at the top of the flyer or scan the QR code. Any questions, please reach out to [email protected]
Asalaamualyakum wrbt! ICN's Al Falah, Noor Academy and the Children's Subcommittee bring you an exciting event to celebrate Eid as a community! Join us for an exclusive ICN event at Urban Air on April 25th. Registration is required and will close at capacity. This is not a drop off event. Please visit the link for registration https://tinyurl.com/icneidcelebration.
Please note no food will be available for purchase on site. A preorder form will be sent out prior to the event. Food orders will only be taken via that preorder form.
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
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