MCC Weekly Newsletter
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Featured Events
Tomorrow: Domestic Violence Awarness
Love Shouldn't Hurt with Imam Tahir Anwar
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
This month, and always, we affirm that we will break the silence and empower women in the Muslim community so they are not forced to stay in marriages in which they are abused.
Join Imam Tahir Anwar and the Bay Area's Muslim domestic violence shelter team tomorrow from 7 to 9 p.m. to discuss the unspoken topic of forbidding domestic oppression.
Learn about the resources available to help our loved ones and how we can support local organizations addressing this issue.
A free served after the Isha prayers at 8:45 p.m. Please arrive between 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. to receive dinner tickets.
This Monday Night
"Ahmad Is Alive": Documentary Screening
Hi, its Ahmad. Im alive!
This Monday evening, on the bitter first anniversary of the ongoing war and genocide, join us in community as we watch a gripping 37-minute documentary showcasing stories of Palestine since October 7, 2023.
This PG-13 film follows the life of Gaza resident Ahmad Ghunaim, a popular content creator turned war journalist. After the screening, one of its filmmakers will join us for a discussion.
Free dinner (Palestinian fare) precedes screening, which begins at 7 p.m.
Upcoming Events
Jumu'ah Khutbahs @ MCC & Rosewood
Sidi Shahryar Abbasi, Ustadh Mohammed Abdul Baseer, & Sidi Shaan Mukhtar
Friday, Oct. 4 | 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
Ustadh Omar Naisan
Friday, Oct. 4 | 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!
Monthly Qur'an Khatam & Fajr Gathering
Qari Amar Bellaha
Sunday, Oct. 6 | 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.
On the first Sunday of each month, read a Juz of the Qur'an before (optional) and then join us for Fajr in the congregation, Zikr, Quran Khatam dua, and collective community dua. Then, have breakfast with the community. 1 Juz remaining. Sign up here.
Monthly Sisterhood Hike
Sr. Sohaila Ahmadyar & Sr. Aparna Khan
Sunday, Oct. 6 | 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Join us for a Sunday morning hike to get to know other sisters in the community and enjoy the great outdoors. This month's hike will be at Lafayette Reservoir Recreational Area. RSVP
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.
Hidaya Collection Drive @ Jumu'ah
Hidaya Foundation's Container Shipment Project
Friday, Oct. 11 | 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Help our less fortunate sisters and brothers around the world. We accept jackets, sweaters, towels, linens, bedding, blankets, toys, pots, and dishes. $10/bag will help cover the shipping cost.
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. Register here.
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.
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.
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.
From the Dream to the Throne
Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed (MIftaah Institute)
Saturday, Oct. 26 | 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Join us to learn about the life of Prophet Yusuf (as) as he drifts through chapters marked with greed, lies, and betrayal. The story of Yusuf (as) is presented in the Quran as an exemplary model of endurance through difficulties, acceptance of Divine decree, and perseverance. Register 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.
Our Weekly Recurring Events
Weekly Friday Evening Women Halaqa
Ustadha Dr. Rania Awaad
Friday, Oct. 4 | 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. 5 | 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Sun., Oct. 6 | 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. 9 | 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. 10 | 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.
- Sahar and Aminah Ahmady (Walnut Creek): Their grandmother, Alia Mina Sayed, passed away on Tuesday in Walnut Creek.
- Khawar Butt (Pleasanton): His brother, Talat Butt, passed away last Thursday in Islamabad, Pakistan.
- Khalid Islam (Dublin): His uncle, Mazhar Hosain Choudhury, passed away last Wednesday in Riverside.
- Sayed Sadiq Hussain (Castro Valley): His mother, Khirul Nisha Hussain passed away last Tuesday.
- Sahar and Aminah Ahmady (Walnut Creek): Their grandmother, Alia Sayed, is in hospice care.
- Ajmal Nasiri (Pleasanton): His aunt, Mastoora T., is recovering from heart surgery.
Submit a request for a community dua in our next community prayers list:
mcceastbay.org/dua
This Week's Featured Video
Our congregation's parenting speaker, Hina Khan-Mukhtar, visited EPIC masjid in Dallas, Texas to speak about raising children who are mindful of Muslims & citizens.
This Week's Featured Photo
Master Calligrapher Haji Noor Deen Mi Guang Jiang visited our congregation for an Islamic calligraphy seminar & exhibition about splendor of Islamic written word art.
A Call for Nominations
Become a Community Center Board Director
Alhamdulliah, MCC is primed for its next level of growth.
Volunteer for a two-year term with the MCC Board, which is comprised of enthusiastic and passionate community servants from the community 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
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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