Friday Announcements - February 16th, 2024
This Week at Masjid AlSalam
February 16th, 2024
Fajr: 6:10 am - Dhuhr: 1:45 pm - Asr: 4:45 pm - Maghrib: 5 Mins after Sunset - Isha: 8:00 pm
Sundays only - Dhuhr: 2:00 pm
First Juma'h: 1:30 pm - Second Juma'h:- 2:30 pm - Third Juma'h: 3:15 pm
Facility Hours: 15 mins before Fajr Iqamah TO 10:30 PM (Sun to Thur) or 11:00 PM (Fri & Sat)
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Updated Facility Opening and Closing Hours
Please note the opening and closing times for Masjid AlSalam have changed effective Feb 2nd.
OPENING TIME: 15 minutes before Fajr Iqamah
CLOSING TIME: 10:30 PM (Sun to Thur) or 11:00 PM (Fri & Sat)
Any events or programs at the masjid are REQUIRED to end 30 minutes prior to the closing time.
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Signup for $1/Day
Assalamu Alaykum,
We would like to invite you to join the Masjid Sustaining Team a team of community members who are committed to help sustain the operations of the house of Allah on a recurring basis.
We are reminded more than ever before that our Masjids operation and recurring fixed costs ought to be covered not through unpredictable weekly donations but via committed sustainers (like YOU) who prioritize this sacred house of worship and institution.
With $1 per person per day and a third of Muslims around our Masjid, we will be able to cover the monthly recurring costs In Shaa Allah we can do it. Can we count on your commitment to join the Sustaining Team?
The Prophet Muhammad () said: The best deeds are those done regularly even if they are few. Sunan Ibn Majah
The link below can be used to sign up for Recurring Donations using the Kindful payment system.
FEB 16
Fri
Jummah Arrangements
Assalamu Alaykum. There will be three Jummah prayers at Masjid AlSalam InshAllah. Masjid gates will open at 1:00 PM.
First Jummah Salah:
- Khutbah at 1:30 PM
- Khateeb: Imam Ehtashamul Haque
Second Jummah Salah:
- Khutbah at 2:30 PM
- Khateeb: Br. Fares al Salim
Third Jummah Salah:
- Khutbah at 3:15 PM
- Khateeb: Br. Rizwan Shakir
Attendees are encouraged to provide their feedback for the Jummah Khutba they hear by using the following link.
- Rate the Khateeb
- This link is also available on the masjid's website and on its mobile app
Khutbahs can be viewed on the Masjid's livestream using the following link:
FEB 16
Fri
Quran for Life: Nurturing Faith Through the Quran
WHO: Open to everyone
WHEN: Friday, February 16 | After maghrib (6:15 pm)
WHERE: Main prayer hall | Live stream via https://www.alsalammasjid.org/live-stream/
SPEAKERS: Dr Sh Mamdouh Mahmoud, youth
Join Dr Shaykh Mamdouh Mahmoud and insightful youth voices in Quran for Life, a dynamic talk show dedicated to nurturing faith through the Quran. Engage in enlightening discussions, explore the profound wisdom of the Quran, and discover how its teachings resonate in our lives today. Delve deeper into spirituality and gain fresh perspectives on living a fulfilling, Quran-centric life.
We look forward to seeing you, in sha Allah (God willing)!
FEB 17
Sat
Ramadan Preparations by Building Routines
WHO: Open to girls, 14 and up
WHEN: Every Saturday starting February 10 | 9:30 am11 am
WHERE: Upstairs, room 214 (except on Feb 24th when it will be held offsite or online)
REGISTER: Click HERE
FEB 17-18
Sat-Sun
Pickleball League Tournament
WHEN: Feb 17 18, Sat-Sun @ 6:30 PM
WHERE: Masjid AlSalam Gym
FEB 18
Sun
Shifa Salam Clinic
CLINIC TIMES: 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM Every Sunday (except on public and Islamic Holiday weekends)
WHERE: Masjid AlSalam at 16700 Old Louetta Road, Spring, TX 77379 | Sisters wing of the building
CONTACT: Br. Mirza Baig @ 832-971-2904
Scheduled Physician(s)****:
- Dr. Yasir - Cardiologist
- Dr Atif - Dermatologist
Specialty: Cardiologist & Dermatologist
Services offered: consultation for the physician's speciality or general prescription refills
Physician Contact: <Not specified>
INFO
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Scholarships Open for 2024 - Deadline to apply is March 1st
To apply for the scholarship, and other important details, please visit the Scholarship page on the Masjid website.
FEB 21
Wed
Advanced Public Speaking Workshop w/ Reza Bacchus
WHO: Volunteer khateebs and Young Adult Mentorship Class
WHEN: Wednesday, February 21 | After maghrib (6:15 pm)
WHERE: Library
SPEAKER: Br Reza Bacchus
Elevate your public speaking skills with the Advanced Public Speaking Workshop led by br Reza Bacchus. Tailored for volunteer khateebs and students of the Young Adult Mentorship Class, this intensive class offers invaluable techniques and strategies to captivate audiences, convey messages effectively, and inspire change. Unleash your potential as a powerful communicator and make a lasting impact in your community.
We look forward to seeing you, in sha Allah (God willing)!
FEB 25
Sun
Weekend Islamic School Festival
WHEN: Sunday, Feb 25th, 2024
- Performances & Exhibitions: 9:45 am 12:30 pm
- Bazaar, Rides, Henna, and more: 12:30 5:00 pm
WHERE: Masjid AlSalam, 16700 Old Louetta Road, Spring, TX 77379
- School festival is open to the community EVERYONE IS WELCOME but PLEASE let us know if you plan to attend by completing THIS FORM. This will help us in our preparations.
- Festival theme is Al Asma Al Husna
- Features Exclusive Educational & Art Exhibits
CALLING ALL SUPPORTERS
Click to DONATE: https://bit.ly/3NZAVow
CALLING ALL VENDORS
Click to REGISTER: https://bit.ly/3vDhtXE
MARCH 3
Sun
Shaping the Future of Our Youth - HPA Annual Benefit Dinner
WHEN: Sunday, March 3rd, 2024 @ 5 PM
WHERE: Klein Multipurpose Center | 7500 FM 2920, Klein, TX 77379
SPEAKER: Shaikh Abderraoof Alkhawaldeh
REGISTRATION LINK: bit.ly/HPADinner
CONTACT EMAIL: [email protected]
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Everyone is cordially invited to join Houston Peace Academy for its Annual Benefit Dinner for 2024.
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Theme of the event is Shaping the future of our youth.
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Register EARLY until Feb 16th to receive discounted entry tickets.
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ISHG Spring Hoop Basketball Tournament
Selection and Practice for AlSalam Team will be happening on the following times:
SELECTION - GIRLS TEAM:
Monday Feb 12th & 19th: 5:30 pm for Girls 14-17 years old
SELECTION: BOYS TEAMS:
Wednesday Feb 14th and 21st: 5:45 pm with Coach Natheer for Boys 9-13
Wednesday Feb 14th and 21st: 6:45 pm with Coach Tahir for Boys 14-17
- All practice will take place in the AlSalam Gym
- Tournament will be played on the weekend of Feb 24th for Boys and 25th for Girls.
- Finals on March 2nd for boys & 3rd for girls.
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WIS Ramadan Quran Competition 2024
WHEN: Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 | 10 AM to 4 PM CST
WHERE: Main prayer hall and upstairs sisters prayer hall at Masjid AlSalam
SPONSORED BY: Weekend Islamic School
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Champion of the Month January 2024
Dear Champions Community,
In our quest to become a Center of Excellence among all of the ISGH centers we will be looking for people with significant contributions for our masjid on a monthly basis in order to recognize and show our respect and gratitude to these individuals.
We are pleased to announce Januarys Champion of the Month is Br. Abdul Qadir!
His relentless commitment to maintain our center and to care for every small detail to serve the guests of Allah SWT has helped to propel our center into a beacon of excellence. Anyone that knows him knows of his remarkable work ethic and his persistent commitment to the maintenance and upkeep of our masjid.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Br. Abdul Qadir for all that he does.
Congratulations, Br. Abdul Qadir, on this thoroughly earned recognition!
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Texas WhatsApp Group for Palestine
UPDATE FROM THE ORGANIZERS:
We did amazing... we logged 450 calls to our Congress Members yesterday!
Today is a big day... we have a number of huge activities happening the next few days!!
- Deadline to register to vote in the primaries is this coming Monday!
- TX Statewide protest is in Austin this Sunday!
We need YOUR help with both of these! Stay tuned for more info!
And keep those calls coming!!
Easy Instructions on How To Call, and Log your Call
Please consider joining this ISGH backed WhatsApp Community for better organizing and targeting efforts for our Palestinian brothers and sisters. The groups within this community provide easy to follow calls to action and allow members to see the performance of the Texas group in relation to similar groups nationwide.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/DtiuAEWw4sMAzd7bGlumdh
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Champions Ramadan Umrah 2024
Your Masjid Al Salam Champions Social Programs team is delighted to announce Champions Ramadan Umrah 2023, a Family & Youth Umrah Retreat.
for they (Hajj & Umrah) eliminate poverty and sin.
Perform umrah in the month of Ramadan, as it is equivalent to hajj with me (in reward).
Alhumdulillah, let us take advantage of the upcoming Spring Break, Friday, March 8th Sunday, March 12th, 2024, with a beautiful and spiritual Umrah retreat with family and friends!
Booking link: click HERE
EVERY
Fri
Boys Halaqa
WHEN: Every Friday | 6:30 pm 7:10 pm | Starting from Friday, Sep 22nd, 2023
WHERE: Mens prayer hall
FOR: Boys 8 12 years of age
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Prison Dawah: Volunteers Needed
Do you have a little time to share your knowledge of Islam with Muslim as well as non-Muslim inmates and earn Sadaqa-e-Jaariya? We can use YOUR help.
EVERY
Sun
Sunrise at AlSalam
WHEN: Every Sunday morning | Fajr Salah
WHERE: Masjid AlSalam
TOPIC: Riyadh al Salihin Gardens of the Righteous
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Become an ISGH Member
The Membership Committee at Masjid AlSalam ([email protected]) has been diligently working to not only make it easy for you to become an ISGH member, but also to define some tangible benefits of that membership.
Please join today at isgh.org/membership
RECURRING EVENTS
Please refer to the calendar on the Masjid website's home page for latest updates
2nd & 4th
Sat
New Muslim Class
WHEN: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday | Maghreb to Isha
WHERE: Masjid AlSalam Library (2nd floor)
TEACHER: Shaikh John Graff
- Facebook: Masjid Al Salam Revert Class
- Email: [email protected]
EVERY
Sun
Youth Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Class
WHEN: Every Sunday after Dhuhr salah ~ 2:15 3:15pm
WHERE: Masjid AlSalam Gym
INSTRUCTOR: Br. Musa Khan
REGISTRATION LINK: https://bit.ly/3GHmJg2
EVERY
2nd Sun
Free Legal Consultation
WHEN: Every 2nd Sunday | 10 am - 12 pm
WHERE: Masjid AlSalam medical clinic (currently in the sisters side prayer hall entrance area)
PROVIDER: Br. Midhat Syed, attorney at law.
- Email: [email protected]
EVERY
Sun
The Chosen One: Life of the Prophet
WHO: Open to everyone
WHEN: Every Sunday | 7 pm 8 pm
WHERE: Main Prayer Hall
EVENT LINK: bit.ly/oyd-the-chosen-one
EVERY
Wed
Sisters Mentorship 23 w/ Shaykh Dr Mamdouh Mahmoud
WHO: Sisters, 16 and up
WHEN: Every Wednesday | 12 pm onwards
WHERE: Online via Zoom
REGISTER HERE: bit.ly/sisters-mentorship-23
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Counseling with Shaykh Mamdouh
Assalamu Alaykum
Our resident scholar, Shaykh Mamdouh Mahmoud is available for questions or counseling sessions with the community during his office hours. To schedule an appointment please follow the instructions below.
On the Website:
Please go to the Imam Corner page and using the Appointments with the Imam tab to schedule an appointment. Open appointment slots will be WHITE and clickable. If an appointment time is not available it will be GREY and not clickable.
On the Mobile App: (to download the app use links provided on the Homepage)
- Open the Masjid AlSalam mobile app and click the menu link.
2. Choose the menu item called Our Imams.
3. Select an available time slot from the calendar and fill the requested information. Open appointment slots will be WHITE and clickable.
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Resource Guide for Mental Wellness and Domestic violence
ISGH has compiled a list of organizations and facilities in the greater Houston and surrounding area to support individuals and families undergoing issues related to mental health and domestic violence. Some of the hotline numbers and organizations are shown below for easy reference please refer to the downloadable PDF on the ISGH website for the complete list.
NEWS
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Champions WhatsApp Community
Introducing the CHAMPIONS WHATAPP COMMUNITY!
The Champions Community has been created to to streamline Masjid communication with you. Use the link below to read more about it and to join it.
NEWS
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Advertise Your Business
If you have a business that you would like to advertise on the masjid TVs, please refer to the terms and conditions for advertising on this system. For additional details, or to purchase advertisement space, please send an email to [email protected].
NEWS
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Sponsor a Child Earn Sadaqa e Jaaria
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