Dismantling Doubt in Our Youth | Suicide Awareness Session | Marriage Workshop | New Muslim Meet & Treat | Jobs, and More (eNewsletter)

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MUSLIM COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

Weekly Newsletter

Safar 22, 1445 AH | Thursday, September 7, 2023

Whatsapp Announcements | MCA Prayer App

Jummah Prayer Friday

MCA

12:15pm: Sh. Osman Umarji
1:30pm: . Osman Umarji

Download 2023 prayer timings

Masjid Al Noor

1:30pm: Sh. Kawsar Hossain
2:30pm: Mufti Saad Khan

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After-School Youth Friendly Khutbah, 3:30 p.m. at MCA with Br. Ahmad Badr

Weekly Events

Mondays : Brother's Quran Halaqah, for those learning to teach the Quran at MCA. Register here | Youth Quran Reflection and Q&A | My First Heroes Storytime and Playgroup
Tuesday: Al Khaf Unveiled by Mufti Saad Khan
Wednesdays : Brother's Quran Halaqah, for those learning to teach the Quran at MCA. Register here | Youth Quran Reflection and Q&A
Thursday: Sisters Halaqa (Urdu) | The Prophetic Successors: Lives and Leadership of The Righteous Khulafa
Saturday: Soulful Sisters Hike! (Bi weekly) | Free food distribution | Sisters Halaqa (English) | Advanced Hadith Studies | Kickboxing 6-Week Course
Sundays: 6-7 pm: Youth Toastmasters-MCA Gavel Club (Grades 612) at MCA Register here | Seerah and Quran Reflection | The Final Section, Tafseer Class with Sh. Alaeddin Elbakri | Kickboxing 6-Week Course
Fridays: After-School Youth-Friendly Khutbah | Role models in the Quran
With Imam Fuad (Every first Friday of the month)

View Detailed Event Flyers by Scrolling here.

Upcoming Events

Fri | Dismantling Doubt in Our Youth
Dr. Osman Umarji - Director of Survey Research and Evaluation, Associate Editor for Yaqeen Institute.
See bio here: https://yaqeeninstitute.org/team/osman-umarji

When: Friday, September 8th, 2023 8:00PM (After Maghrib)

What: One of the primary concerns of Muslim parents, families and communities in the West is the religious identity of their children. Many parents wonder what the secret is to raising a child with faith (Imaan) in a society in which being Muslim can be challenging. Join us in learning how to take your parenting to the next level.

Where: MCA Khadijah Hall

Seerah Class for Elementary Students

When: Aug. 11, 25; Sept. 8, 22; 6:00 pm7:00 pm

What: Just like the Middle and High School Students, we will be hosting a Seerah Class for elementary students in collaboration with MAS bay area. Please don't let your child miss out on a chance to learn about their beloved Prophet Muhammad SAW.

Where: Mother's Lounge

Seerah Class Of Our Beloved Prophet
(Only Middle and High School Students).

When: Aug. 11, 25; Sept. 8, 22; 6:00 pm7:00 pm

What: The class will be held every other Friday. Don't miss out the chance to learn about our beloved Prophet SAW.

Where: MCA Youth Lounge
Register HERE

Sat/Sun | Sirat Self Defense Class
Open to ages 10 and above, parents are welcome

When: Every Saturday and Sunday, September 2 - December 16 at 8:00 am.

What: The practice is male and female friendly exercise to build confidence, healthy mental and physics, while acquiring self-defense skills. - The students will learn how to correctly perform self-defense techniques efficiently and effectively through hands, feet, and footwork movements. - Six months training for each level.

Where: MCA Turf Field

2nd Sunday of the month | Tahajjud Tigers

When: 2nd Sunday of the month at MCA, 4th Sunday of the month at SBIA Time: Starting with Tahajjud prayer, 30 minutes before Fajr Athan, followed by Fajr prayer

What: Join us every 2nd Sunday of the month at the Muslim Community Association (MCA) and every 4th Sunday of the month at the South Bay Islamic Association (SBIA) as we come together to engage in the Tahajjud prayer, Fajr prayer, and share moments of indulgence. Address: MCA - 3003 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara SBIA - 2345 Harris Way, San Jose Event Details:
See Flyer for more details

Where: MCA (2nd Sunday) & SBIA (4th Sunday)
RSVP

Sundays | Names Of Allah Ripples '23
Ages 10 - 13

When: Sundays, September 10- November 12

What: The Names of Allah Ripples Camp is back for another season! Dont miss out on priceless Suhba, engaging activities, and inspiring mentorship.

Where: MCA

Few spots remaining, Register today!

Sundays | Uplifting Our Mothers

When: September 10th - October 15th, 10:00am - 11:00am PST

What: A 6- week Support group for Mothers with children ages 8 years or younger.

Where: Khalil Centre Bay Area, Office/ suite #4 (located inside MCA: 3003 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95054)

Fridays| Computer Skills Classes for Women: Beginner Level By Sr. Aasiya Umar

When : Fridays, September 15th - November 17th, 2023; 2:00pm - 3:00pm

What :
*Learn how to prepare for job search process.
*Learn to create a resume using Google doc.
*Learn how to write a cover letter.
*Learn to prepare slideshow with Google slides.
*Learn how to search internet for jobs.
*Learn how to create flyers, business cards using Canva.

If you need financial aid, please contact - [email protected]

Where: MCA Maryam Hall

Fri | Marriage Workshop - OPEN TO COMMUNITY!
Speaker: Sheikh Jabir Tarin

When: Sept 15, 2023 | 7pm to 9:30pm

What: Join us for a comprehensive dive into vital aspects of a strong marriage. Explore pre-marital counseling, conflict resolution, financial management, parenting insights, and divorce with Shaykh Jabir Tarin, an associate marriage and family therapist from Wasilah Connections. This event is open to the community, and childcare will be provided for children ages 3-5.

Where: MCA, Khadija Banquet Hall

Register: Free & open to all - please rsvp - https://tinyurl.com/mcaguidinghearts

New Muslim - Meet & Treat

When: September 16th, 2023 at 11am -1 pm

What: MCA dawah committee cordially invites new Muslim for brunch to connect, learn and build brotherhood and sisterhood

Where: Maywood Park - 3330 Pruneridge Ave Santa Clara, CA 95051

RSVP

Sat | TALK SAVES LIVES, Your story isn't over: An introduction to suicide prevention
by Sr. Sabreen Azhar and Sh. Jabir Tarin. Suicide Awareness Month.

When: Saturday, September 16th

What: Join us for a suicide awareness session that covers recognizing signs, finding recourses, and spiritual support for those in grief or battling depression.

Where: Location - Khadijah Banquet Hall on September 16th, 7:30pm-9:30pm. Free babysitting will be available for children ages 3-5 (potty trained only).

Crochet class for beginners,
Ages 7+ (sisters only)

When: Fridays, Sep. 15Nov. 17, 4:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.

What: Hooked on Creativity: Unravel Your Inner Artist! Join Us for a crochet class for beginners.

Where: MCA Maryam Hall

Pilates, Cardio & Strength Training Classes for Females Only

When: Class Schedule
1: Mondays (Pilates) and Wednesdays (Cardio & Strength Training), 9:00 am-10:00am Class Schedule
2: Tuesdays (Pilates) and Thursdays (Cardio & Strength Training), 10:30 am-11:30 am

What: MOVEMENT HUB FITNESS STUDIO IS RESERVED EXCLUSIVELY FOR *FEMALE* PARTICIPANTS AND THEIR DESIGNATED FEMALE TRAINERS DURING THIS CLASS, WITH NO EXTERNAL ACCESS.
*HIJAB FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT

Where: Movement Hub Santa Clara,
45 Washington St unit a, Santa Clara, CA 95050

Sat Sisterhood Social

What: Join us for Islamic-themed icebreakers, delicious food, enticing prizes & a chance to engage with Reem Rahman, a social entreprenuer and newly-elected Executive Board member!

When: Sept 23, 4pm to 6pm

Where: MCA KBH

Every Thursday | Sisters Tadabbur Halaqa in Arabic
Taught By: Ustatha Dana Jarrar.
When: Every Thursday, starting October 5th, from 10:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

What: An Interactive Reflective Quran Halaqa with Discussion Circles to Support You in Your Beautiful Quran Journey Join us as we dive into a Contemplative study of Juz 3 of Surat Al Baqarah and support each other to apply it to our modern-day challenges. Halaqa is in conversational Arabic.

Where: MCA Maryam Hall
Parallel Kids Program is available for ages 2+
Register HERE by August 31
For questions, please contact Sr. Magda at [email protected].

Sat | Ladies Paint Night

When: Oct. 7, 2023; 4pm to 6:30pm

What: Ladies Paint Night

Where: Maryam Hall

Fri | When the Earth Speaks Against Us
imam Jihad Safir

When: October 13th 2023, 8:30pm (After Maghrib

What: The earth speaks against us,

Where: MCA Khadija hall, after Isha prayer

Sat | Matrimonial Single Event
Sponsored By MCA

When: October 28th, 2023, 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

What: If youre looking to attend another speed-dating event, this event is not for you. Speed dating doesn't work. HOD Live does, so the Muslim Community Association (MCA) will be using the highly successful HOD Live model, at the upcoming Muslim Singles event in Santa Clara, California.

Where: MCA Bay Area.
Register HERE

Sun | 2023 Muslim Women in Tech Conference: Save the Date!

When: November 26, 2023

What: Join us for a day of learning and networking with Muslim women in tech here in the Silicon Valley. Our amazing speakers will be addressing how to get started in the tech career, returning to work and overcoming challenges for women in tech careers as well as emerging technologies and effective leadership in the tech industry.

Where: MCA, Khadija Banquet Hall

Join the Safety/Security Team!

What: Want to help create a safe environment for everyone? Here's your chance to be a part of MCA's Safety and Security Team! You don't need to be an expert if you pay attention to detail and care about the safety of others, you're exactly who we're looking for. As a team member, you'll learn how to contribute to our security efforts, working together with others who share your commitment. Whether you're a problem-solver, a careful observer, or simply eager to help, you have a place here. Join us and play a key role in making our community even safer.

Apply Today!

Weekdays | Refreshments to Welcome New Visitors to the MCA
Dawah Committee

When: Weekdays | RSVP Required for Specific Time Slot

What: Join a special tour of MCA, open to people of all faiths. A great chance to learn about the Muslim community and culture in a welcoming environment Participants are welcome to ask questions.

Where: MCA Bay Area, 3003 Scott Blvd., Santa Clara, CA 95054.

RSVP at tinyurl.com/mcavisitors

Job & Vendor Opportunities

Over 8 opportunities below:

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Education, Programs & Services

Educational Programs Include:

Al-Arqam - complementary Islamic education for students 5 to 15 year of age.
Cordoba Academy - after school quran for women and children.
Granada School - prek-12 full time school.
Muhsen Program for Special Needs.
Noor Hifz Academy - full-time Quran study.
Weekend Islamic School.
The Quran Halaqah with Qari Ebrahim.

Over 11 additional services and 7 programs info available by exploring the menu at mcabayarea.org inshallah.

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If you are an individual willing to supervise this project through completion, please email [email protected]

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