MCC Newsletter

Muslim Community Center of San Diego - MCC

10 months ago

August 15th 2024
Safar 11th 1446

Bismillah al-rahman al-rahim,
Assalam Alaikum,

And remember when We said to the angels, Prostrate before Adam, so they all didbut not Ibls, who refused and acted arrogantly, becoming unfaithful.
- The Quran 2:34

MCC has been hosting a series of exciting events over the past few weeks, as shared through our newsletters and communication channels, including WhatsApp, our Facebook page, and Instagram. To stay informed about upcoming programs, we encourage you to regularly check the events page on the MCC website.

We'd like to highlight a few key events below from last week. Additionally, we want to remind our community that the dirt parking lot is currently off-limits including Jumaa parking, unless specifically approved for an event. We strongly encourage carpooling to help reduce traffic flow to the center. Again, reminder to only park on the asphalt surfaces.

Finally, maintaining this beautiful center depends on your generous donations. If you're not yet a member, please consider joining. Membership is more affordable than you might thinkjust $50 per month or $600 per year, which breaks down to only $1.67 per day. The rewards, InshaAllah, are immeasurable. Please visit the membership table during Jumaa prayers to learn more.

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"All Hands on Gaza" with Sh Billoo and actor Celal All

On August 11th, MCC collaborated with Penny Appeal to host the impactful "All Hands on Gaza" event, featuring Shaykh Ahmad Billoo and renowned Turkish actor Celal All (pronounced Jalal). Celal All, famous for his role as Abdurrahman Alp in the popular Turkish series Ertugrul, shared his heartfelt experiences from his recent visit to Gaza. He spoke about his interactions with the resilient children and families affected by the ongoing crisis.

The event also included a successful fundraiser to support the people of Gaza, with Penny Appeal urging continued contributions to aid those in need. Adding to the excitement, Celal All generously took time to meet and take photos with attendees, creating a memorable and uplifting atmosphere for the community.

MCC Hosts Insightful Session on AI in a Muslim Context

On August 13th, MCC organized an enlightening session with Dr. Mohammad Ansari and Shaykh Hasib Noor, focusing on the opportunities and challenges of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within a Muslim environment. Dr. Ansari provided an in-depth presentation on the potential benefits of AI, while also cautioning the community about the importance of discerning between beneficial and potentially harmful AI-generated solutions in maintaining a halal lifestyle.

You can find the video of the presentation in MCC's YouTube channel.

Al-Manar Weekend School is now open for registrations for Saturday and Sunday classes. The priority registration for the Returning Students is currently in progress, and for the New Students, starts on Sunday, August 18th, from 10 AM. to 1 PM. at MCC.

Please email [email protected] for more info.

Shaykh Hasib Noor inaugurated his new lecture series, Icons of Islam, on August 9th with a talk titled Adam and Hawa Mistakes Dont Define You!. If you missed this insightful discussion, you can watch the recording on MCC YouTube channel.

The series continues on Friday, August 16th at 8:00 PM, exploring how Allah SWT established Adam and Hawa as successors on Earth.

Sh. Hasib Noor is the Founder, President, and teaches with The Legacy Institute. He is among the founders of Faith. Global, a global Muslim platform for creating community spaces that provides welcoming spaces for connecting with relevant Islam & practical spirituality. He studied at the College of Islamic Law in the University of Madinah and pursued his studies in the City of Madinah for over a decade under the tutelage of over 50 scholars specializing in Fiqh, Fatwa, Hadith, Tafsir, History, Sirah, and the Islamic Sciences. He has affiliation with the Center for Historical Studies of Madinah, and is part of Taybah Research, The Society of Archaeology and Historical Sites of Madinah and serves as an Educational Consultant & Resident Scholar.

For any questions, please contact [email protected]

Upcoming Youth Programs

Jumaa Khutbah - August 2024

Friday date

1st and 2nd khutba

3rd khutba

Friday night lecture

16 Aug 2024

Br. Haitham Hantash

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Sh Hasib Noor

23 Aug 2024