Friday Announcements 2024-03-08
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Friday Announcements
March 8, 2024
As salaamu alaikum
Ramadan Information
Ramadan information - prayer times, programs and activities - is now available on our website at www.iccambridge.com/ramadan.
Daylight Savings Time
Daylight Savings Time starts at 2:00am on Sunday, March 10th. Please check our website for accurate daily prayer times throughout Ramadan.
Ramadan Prayer Calendar
The 2024 Ramadan prayer time calendar is now available at the ICC office, and on our website.
Iftar Meals
Iftar meals will be provided every day in Ramadan! Registration is required each day via the Masjid App.
From Monday to Thursday: Boxed meals
Friday, Saturday & Sunday: Sit-down community dinner in Hall 'A'
The Prophet (saws) said, Whoever helps break the fast of a fasting person, he will have the same reward as him without decreasing anything from the reward of the fasting person. (Al-Tirmidhi)
Ramadan Food Drive
The ICC Ramadan Food Drive helps to collect non-perishable items for needy Muslim families in our region.
You may drop off non-perishable food items at the masjid during regular office hours, or at prayer times.
Please donate generously. Your donations will help support needy Muslim families.
Feed the Need Food Program
Every month ICC distributes food to families in need 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.
Ramadan Fundraising Dinner
Join us for our annual Ramadan Fundraising & Community Dinner on Friday, March 22nd at 6:00pm! The guest speaker will be Dr. Munir El Kassem.
Come out and show your support! Your support is essential for us to be able to provide important services to the community. Jazakum Allahu khair.
Registration for I'tikaf in Ramadan
The month of Ramadan will 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, there are only 3 spots available, so please visit the ICC office as soon as possible to fill in the registration form.
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.
Emergency Aid For Gaza
Jazakum Allahu khairan to all community members who have donated to the Palestine Aid campaign. With your help, we were able to distribute meals, food items, and medical supplies to the people of Gaza.
You can donate to the Palestine Aid campaign this Ramadan 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!
Evening Qur'an Class
During Ramadan, ICC Evening Qur'an Classes will be held each weekday evening (Monday to Friday) from 5:00 to 5:45pm and 5:45 to 6:30pm. 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 so we can help you process your donation.