Friday Announcements 2024-02-16
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Friday Announcements
February 16, 2024
As salaamu alaikum
Funeral Announcement
With a heavy heart we share the sad news that Sr. Kalthouum Aburaneh passed away on Wednesday at the age of 89. Sr. Kalthouum was the mother of Hani Aburaneh and Khaled Aburaneh. Inna lillahi wa inna iIlaihi raaji'oon. May Allah forgive her shortcomings, grant her the highest place in Jannatul Firdous, and give sabr to her family. Ameen.
Please take a moment to make dua for Sr. Kalthouum and her family.
2023 Tax Receipts
Tax receipts for 2023 will be available for pickup at the ICC office on February 23rd.
Ramadan Prayer Calendar
The 2024 Ramadan prayer time calendar will be available by Friday, February 23rd.
High School Registration
ISOC High School registration for Grades 9 & 10 is now open! Please see the school office to register. The High School information brochure can be viewed here.
Information Session at ICC
The Muslim Women of Cambridge, Hospice Waterloo Region & Islamic Centre of Cambridge invite you to a seminar entitled Navigating a Serious Illness on Thursday, February 22nd from 5pm to 8pm.
Please join us for 4 important information sessions about serious illness, death, dying and grief.
Kindly register ahead at http://bit.ly/3UuRjRc or scan the QR code. Please arrive on time as the program will start at 5pm sharp.
For more information please see the flyer below.
Pre-Ramadan Bazaar
There will be a pre-Ramadan bazaar on Saturday, March 2nd from 1:00pm to 10:00pm in the ICC Gymnasium. Lots of shopping, prizes, giveaways, food, and fun for the kids! Please see the flyer for full details.
Registration for I'tikaf in Ramadan
The month of Ramadan is anticipated to begin on Monday, March 11th insha Allah. The last 10 days will start on Saturday March 30th and end on Tuesday April 9th. If you would like to register for Itikaf, as there are only 10 spots available, please visit the ICC office as soon as possible to fill in the registration form.
Emergency Aid For Gaza
Jazakum Allahu khairan to all those who have donated to the Emergency Aid for Palestine campaign. With your help, we have been able to distribute much needed meals, food items, diapers, and medical supplies to the people of Gaza.
You can still donate to the Aid for Palestine campaign by clicking the button below.
DONATE: Palestine Emergency Appeal
Ladies Elevator Project
ICC is raising funds for a new elevator project. The ICC does not have a functional elevator that reaches all three floors, especially the ladies' mezzanine, and it is a growing need for our community. Please donate generously!
Friday Night Family Halaqah
Join us every Friday after Isha for our Friday Night Family Halaqah!
The Family Halaqah will start right after Isha prayer in Hall B, followed by refreshments and basketball in the gym.
Feed the Need Food Program
Every month ICC distributes food to needy families in our community. Non-perishable groceries can be dropped off at the masjid all year round. If you know of a family in the community who needs assistance, please contact ICC so we can include them in our food program.
Evening Qur'an Class
ICC Evening Qur'an Classes are held each weekday evening (Monday to Friday) from 5 to 6 pm and 6 to 7 pm. Registration forms can be picked up from the office or downloaded here.
Islamic Studies Sunday School
Islamic Studies Sunday School registration is open all year round! Please call the ICC office to register.
Marriages and Funerals at ICC
The Islamic Centre of Cambridge continues to facilitate both marriages and funerals for the community. Please consult our website for details.
ICC Funeral Financial Support Services
ICC is now offering a full funeral financial support program. This program will help members of our community cover the high cost of funerals.
Today, funeral costs between $6000-$7000, which can be very difficult for families to pay. The FFSS program allows the community to come together and help each other cover this cost.
Please visit our website for forms, and full details on how the program works. Application packages are also available at the office.
Parking Lot Safety
For everyone's safety, please carefully review the following guidelines for the parking lot area:
1. Do not block the masjid stairs, or the parking lot exit, when dropping off or picking up others from the masjid. Cars are not permitted to stop or park in front of the stairs.
2. If you need to drop off or pick up a child for evening Qur'an classes, kindly park in a designated parking spot and walk the child to and from the building.
3. Always look both ways and be vigilant while walking across the parking lot, especially while crossing the lane where cars exit.
4. Use extra caution when crossing the parking lot in bad weather conditions.
5. The speed limit in the parking lot is 15km. Please do not exceed this limit at any time.
6. Kindly report all unusual activity in the parking lot to masjid administration. This may include abandoned vehicles, excess trash, burned out lights, and missing or damaged signs.
Parking Lot and Fire Routes
Please observe the Fire Route regulations at all times while parking in the ICC parking lot.
Also, kindly DO NOT park in spots designated for people with disabilities unless you are legally authorized to do so. The city may issue tickets for anyone not parked in a properly designated spot.
Prayer Mats with Back Support
There are special prayer mats with folding back support available at the ICC office for $35 each. The prayer mat folds in such a way that it can be used as a chair with back support. More detailed information is on display in the masjid lobby. Please visit the office during the weekdays to purchase a mat.
You can donate by:
- E-transfer - [email protected]
- Becoming a monthly donor by electronic funds transfer
- Mailing a cheque payable to Islamic Centre of Cambridge, 1550 Dunbar Road, Cambridge ON N1R 8J5
- Giving online through credit or debit at www.iccambridge.com.
- Facebook - www.facebook.com/ICCambridge
- Calling our office at 519-740-6855 or providing us your phone number so we can call you.