Jumu'ah Journal Edition November 1, 2024
JUMU'AH JOURNAL
29 Rabi' al-Thani 1446 AH / 1 November 2024
ANNOUNCEMENTS
For theKhateeb on Jumu'ah, November 1, 2024, pleaseclick HERE.
REMINDER: VOTE!
Election Day is on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, and polls will be open from 6 AM to 6 PM.
Early voting is THURSDAY (10/31), FRIDAY (11/1), and SATURDAY (11/2). Try to vote early to avoid long queues on Tuesday. Information on early voting times and locations are in the image below.
Remember: your vote matters! This election is critical and we all must do our civic duty and vote!
When you go to vote, make sure you bring a valid ID!
For more details, including your voting location, visit this link: https://www.lexingtonky.gov/vote
Lexington Family Halaqa
"On November 9, we will have a day of celebration for our diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. This Saturday (November 2) we will prepare for this event by having the children create poster presentations featuring their place of origin with fun facts, famous dishes, landmarks, and any other things they wish to express. Craft supplies will be provided."
Lecture:The Pitfalls of Representation in US and Arab Cinemas
Scan the QR code in the flyer to register for this event, or follow this link: https://forms.as.uky.edu/sharif-sheikh-lecture-rsvp
Note: Masjid Door Unlocks Before Prayer Time
From now on, the Masjid doors will automatically unlock a few minutes before the Iqama/prayer times, in shaa Allah.
LUA Looking for Basketball Players
Lexington Universal Academy is inviting Muslim boys who are in the 6th, 7th, or 8th grades to join LUA's middle school basketball team, which participates in the Parochial League in Lexington.
Boys cannot play for any other basketball team, must be able to practice a few times a week at LUA, and pay $150 for the season. However, finances are not an obstacle.
Contact Coach Kam at 859-247-9011 or coach Ismail at 859-983-4906.
Sponsor a Tree at MCCK
We would appreciate it if anyone from our community would like to sponsor a tree at MCCK!
Brother Salah Elbakoush's contact: (859) 221-3393 221-3393)
Join SHARE Kentucky in Serving our Community
We are excited to share some of the work being done by SHARE Kentucky, a Muslim-run nonprofit based in Masjid Bilals first-ever building in Lexington. The organization is committed to uplifting the community through various programs and services, including:
Food B****ank: Providing essential groceries to families in need.
Employment Assistance: Helping individuals find meaningful work and career opportunities.
Community Garden: Growing fresh, local produce to support our neighbors.
Free Lunch Program: Offering meals to those in need every week.
Additionally, theyre currently working to reopen their free clinic, providing medical care to underserved members of the community.
They are seeking passionate volunteers and leaders to join us in making a difference. Whether it is to help with their food bank, support their garden, volunteer as a healthcare provider at the free clinic, or take on a leadership role, they would love to have you on their team!
How You Can Get Involved:
Please take a moment to fill out the form below to let us know how you'd like to contribute: https://forms.gle/5CFK5WtaMMHzQBj56
MASJID BILAL WEEKEND ISLAMIC SCHOOL
Volunteers Needed!
Masjid Bilal Weekend School is seeking additional teachers to join our team of volunteers in teaching the kids in our community Islamic studies and to read the Qur'an.
If you would like to join us, please contact Sr. Kareema Jawahir:kareemajawahir@yahoo.com
If you know someone who may be interested, please share this message. Thank you!
Masjid Bilal Ibn Rabah
1541 Russell Cave Rd, Lexington
United States of America
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