MCC Weekly Newsletter
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Featured Events
This Friday During Jumu'ah
Hidaya Collection Drive
Help our less fortunate sisters and brothers around the world this Friday.
During our Jumu'ah services, from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., the Hidaya Foundation will be outside the Sisters Entrance collecting the following: jackets, sweaters, towels, linens, bedding, blankets, toys, pots, dishes, and more.
This is a great opportunity to give away unused items in your home that are collecting dust.
Please be considerate of your donation and give dignity to the families receiving your kind and generous contributions by donating quality items that are gently used or new.
A $10/bag donation will help cover the shipping cost.
See the list of items that Hidaya will collect
The Story of Prophet Yusuf ( )
A Tour of Tales: From the Dream to the Throne
The story of Prophet Yusuf (as) is presented in the Quran as an exemplary model of endurance through difficulties, acceptance of Divine decree, and perseverance in the way of Allah (swt).
On Friday, Oct. 25, join Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed as he presents an emotional analysis of Prophet Yusuf's life as he drifts through chapters marked with greed, lies, and betrayal.
Surah Yusuf teaches us that the resolve of Dunya is pain, and the essence of faith is the belief that our agony serves a purpose and that we will ultimately reap its benefits in the Akhira.
Early bird registration ends Oct. 19. After that, tickets will be $15.
Monthly Sisterhood Halaqa
Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi
Thursday, Oct. 10 | 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Sisters: We're back! Join our recurring sorority gathering for women to commune, reflect, discuss, and gain strength and support from each other, in person or virtually.
Upcoming Events
Jumu'ah Khutbahs @ MCC & Rosewood
Dr. Rushain Abbasi, Hafiz Atif Arabi, & Ustadh Omar Naisan
Friday, Oct. 11 | 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- *1st Service @ MCC: Parking congestion. Kindly avoid this service :) *
- 2nd Service @ Rosewood: 1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.
- 3rd Service @ MCC: 2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.
- 4th Service @ MCC: 3:40 p.m. to 4 p.m.
MCC worshipers may positively not park in any neighbor's businesses or lots.
Offsite Jumu'ah @ Rosewood Center
Hafiz Atif Arabi
Friday, Oct. 11 | 1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.
Our weekly, parallel off-site Jumu'ah is permanently held at Rosewood Conference Center. Attending this service each week eases regular parking congestion at MCC. This location offers ample parking, comfortable prayer space, and boxed lunches for sale. Fulfill your religious obligation and help your local masjid!
Middle School Boys Halaqa & Hangout
Sidi Zeeshan Mukhtar & Sr. Fouzia Alam
Starts Friday, Oct. 11 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
For middle school boys aged 8-13: Join us over three Fridays in October for a Halaqa and hang-out session to help young boys make connections and bonds, form a brotherhood, and navigate school and social challenges as they grow into young men. Pizza is included each week. One spot remains! Register here.
Information Session: Muslim Community Development in Oakley
Rahmah Community Center
Friday, Oct. 11 | 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Join us to learn more about the Rahmah Community Centers land development project in Oakley, focused on serving the Muslim youth and Muslim seniors unique needs & how it will benefit the rapidly growing Bay Area Muslim community.
Adult Tajweed Classes
Qari Amar Bellaha
Starting Saturday, Oct. 12 | 8:30 am to 9:30 am
For ages 16+ who can read the Quran in Arabic at a basic level, learn to read the Quran with beauty and consistency from one of the Bay Areas foremost Quranic teachers. Register now.
New Muslims Brunch
Marhaba Team
Saturday, Oct. 12 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For Converts and Friends/Family: As we indulge in fluffy waffles and other treats, we keep connections alive and stay connected with people who bring beauty and faith into our lives! RSVP
Women's Mawlid & Naat
Hooria Fahim Qadri
Saturday, Oct. 12 | 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Sisters: Join us for a Milad Un Nabi (celebration of the Prophet's life) with a world-owned Naat Khawan (singer) from Pakistan. RSVP here.
Palestinian Plate Art Craft
Soul of my Soul Exhibit
Friday, Oct. 18 | 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
For Boys & Girls Ages 14 to 18: After the youth Jumuah, join the Soul of My Soul Exhibit in creating a hand-painted decorative plate in the traditional style of Al Khalil native to Hebron, Palestine. Register here.
Boycat: Next Generation of Genocide-Free Shopping
Adil Abbuthalha
Friday, Oct. 18 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Join us for a fireside chat with the founder of Boycat.io, who was fired from his day job for building this revolutionary platform. Well discuss how the app was formed, its viral growth and contribution to the movement, and how you can be a part of a global economic change.
Know Your Rights Workshop
Jeffrey Wang & Riyad Sood (CAIR San Francisco)
Saturday, Oct. 19 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
For teens & adults: Given the marked rise across the country in anti-Palestinian hate & Islamophobia in recent months, join this primer to learn practical strategies for handling identity-based harassment and discrimination.
Men's Monthly Hike at Mt. Diablo State Park
Mohammed Kadoura
Saturday, Oct. 19 | 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Join a brotherhood that hikes through life's ups and downs. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just looking to start discovering the Bay Area's beautiful outdoors, we welcome you to share in fraternity, fellowship & discovery. RSVP now!
Caregivers Wellness Circles
Therapist Wajma Nasir
Saturday, Oct. 19 | 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
For parents, families, and caregivers of individuals with special needs, join us every third Saturday of the month for a wellness circle. We will discuss challenges, resources, and strategies for providing the best care for our families and ourselves. RSVP here.
Quarterly MCC Board Meeting
Board of Directors (BOD)
Wednesday, Oct. 30 | 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Learn & discuss relevant issues with your BOD and receive quarterly updates on renovations, programming, financials, and other community updates. These quarterly meetings allow you to review the vision of MCC and understand our short-term & long-term plans.
Eighth-Annual Family Fun Fall Fest
MCC East Bay
Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
For ages 0 to 13, join us for wholesome games, a live Dabke performance, an immersive bubble experience, Islamic Trivia, halal food trucks & goodie bags for all young guests! Register now!
Our Weekly Recurring Events
Weekly Friday Evening Women Halaqa
Ustadha Dr. Rania Awaad
Friday, Oct. 11 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Sisters**,** Join our weekly in-person women's gathering about navigating contemporary issues. You can also join us virtually. This gathering is in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation.
Sister's Pilates Weekend Classes
Pilates Instructor Seema Duhan
Sat., Oct. 12 | 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Sun., Oct. 13 | 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Sisters: Join us each weekend for a transformative mind/body experience to stretch your muscles, shape your body, and relax your mind. RSVP
Sisters Weekly Bookclub
Ustadha Leila Fakira
Mondays (in-person/online) | 11 am to 12:30 pm
Sisters: Join our weekly in-person Seerah book club, where we have an active discussion, learn lessons for our daily lives, and, inshaAllah, fall in love with our Prophet .
Purification of Heart: A Call for Inner Healing
Sidi Shahryar Abbasi
Wednesday, Oct. 16 | 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Join us virtually every week to dive into the popular text Purification of the Heart by Shaykh Hamza Yusuf. Watch previous sessions here.
The Principles of Religion III
Ustadha Nihad Hemmoudeh
Thursday, Oct. 17 | 12:30 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Sisters: We continue our weekly virtual series about praiseworthy characteristics from Imam Al-Ghazali's "The Forty Principles of the Religion." Watch past sessions.
Du'a Corner
These community members are asking you for the greatest gift a person can give to another: a sincere prayer by name.
- Samir Ismail (formerly of Dublin): His father, Dr. Hayath Mohammad Ismail, passed away on Sunday in Bangalore, India.
- Anwar Adi (Pleasanton): His grandmother, Dalaal Ibrahim Naaim, passed away on Monday in Hama, Syria.
- Souzan El-Khazendar (Livermore): Her aunt, Nahla El-Khazendar, passed away earlier this month in Palestine. Sr. Souzan is also requesting duas for ease in her ongoing matters.
- Marwan Majid (Livermore): His uncle, Dastagir Anwar, is in ICU recovering from a heart surgery.
Submit a request for a community dua in our next community prayers list:
mcceastbay.org/dua
This Week's Featured Video
On Monday evening, on the bitter first anniversary of the ongoing genocide in Palestine since October 7, 2023, in the community, we watched a 40-minute documentary showcasing stories from Palestine, and we were then virtually joined by a Gaza resident featured in the film.
This Week's Featured Photo
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Last Friday, Imam Tahir Anwar & volunteers from the Bay Area Muslim domestic violence shelter spoke about the unspoken topic in our community of forbidding domestic oppression.
A Call for Nominations
Become a Community Center Board Director
Alhamdulliah, MCC is now primed for its next level of growth!
We need you! Please volunteer for a two-year term on the MCC Board. The Board is comprised of enthusiastic and passionate community servants who make essential decisions that have a broad impact on our community center.
Volunteering to advance the MCC center and community is very rewarding.
If you are interested in running or know someone who is, you can use this link to start the nomination process. Election details
As the General Election on November 5 approaches, every eligible voter must be registered and ready to vote.
Our friends at CAIR San Francisco have also released a Ballot Measure & Proposition Voter Guide to help you navigate critical initiatives focused on civil rights and social justice.
Lets show up strong as a united community this November. Every vote counts!
Community means that YOU are supported and welcomed here!
- Do you have financial limitations that restrict your involvement and attendance?
Please complete our Sadaqa/Zakat application so we can partner with you to get you through this. - Are you struggling emotionally, in your relationship, or while raising your children?
Get professional counseling and holistic psychological help at the Counseling Office at MCC. - Did you recently experience (or are you experiencing) a death or illness in your family?
Believe in the healing balm of community prayer! Send in a dua for tomorrow's Jumu'ah prayers. - Do you or your child have special needs that are limiting your participation?
Email MCC's Special-Needs Coordinator at [email protected] - Do you have personal concerns or reservations that keep you from joining?
We want to know! Let's chat so we can work together to create an inclusive environment.
About Us
Muslim Community Center East Bay (MCC) is a faith-based community hub that promotes the unity of God through service, education, and inspiration.
We are privileged to serve the 90,000+ Muslims in the East Bay community.
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5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA 94588
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