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Rajab 3, 1446 AH | Friday, January 3rd,2025
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Friday Prayer Timings
MCA
12:15pm - Br. Ihab Badr
1:30pm - Imam Tahir Anwar
Masjid Al-Noor
12:30pm - Br. Ahmad Badr
1:30pm - Br. Adam Anwar
Please be sure to give yourself extra time (at least 10 minutes extra) to find legal parking and walk over to MCA for prayer. Lets be sure to always be kind and respectful to all of our neighbors.
Comfort for Our Community: Climate Control Campaign
Dear Valued Community Members,
Our masjid has long served as a gathering place where we come together to pray, learn, celebrate, and support one another. Today, we reach out to you regarding an urgent need that affects everyone who walks through our doors.
The Challenge We Face
Many of you have experienced firsthand the significant temperature variations throughout our building. Some rooms are uncomfortably hot while others remain persistently cold, making it difficult to focus on worship, education, and community activities. These dramatic temperature changes aren't just uncomfortablethey pose potential health risks to our community members, especially our children and elderly.
The Solution: Comprehensive HVAC Improvements
After thorough consultation with HVAC professionals, we have identified four critical improvements needed to create a consistently comfortable environment:
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HVAC Unit Replacement
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Advanced Control System
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Boiler Repair
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Motor Replacement
Why This Matters
Every day, our center serves hundreds of community members. Children attend religious classes, seniors join daily prayers, and families gather for celebrations. Study groups, youth programs, and outreach activities thrive here. Each of these deserves a comfortable, healthy space to focus on faith and community.
You can contribute online via LaunchGood or the MCA Donation Portal, by check (write "HVAC Campaign" in the memo), through monthly pledges, or with corporate matching if your employer offers it. All donations are tax-deductible, and you'll receive a receipt.
Join us in creating a more comfortable and welcoming space for our communityyour support makes all the difference!
SEEKING FAJR BREAKFAST SPONSORS
MCA is seeking sponsors for its fajr breakfast programs on Saturdays. Alhamdulillah, it is a years-long tradition that draws well over 250-300 congregants weekly. Bysponsoring a breakfast, you can support this beautiful opportunity for connection and strengthen the bonds of our community.
If you are interested in being a sponsor, please use this linkas soon as possible so that we do not have to face any interruption in this beautiful tradition.
Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions.
Fiqh of Finance: Money Matters in Islam
Part 1
Join us for the first insightful session with Mufti Abdullah Nana, a specialist in Islamic finance, as he shares practical guidance in this series on managing your finances in alignment with Islamic principles and halal wealth management.
When: Friday, January 10th at 8pm After Isha
Where: MCA Khadijah Banquet Hall
Free chai, snacks, and babysitting for the community.
Weekly Events
Upcoming Events
Sisters Social
What: Join your fellow new Muslim sisters for an engaging and interactive discussion on nurturing the self through a combination of Islamic principles and psychological practices. This gathering provides an opportunity to explore meaningful ways to care for your emotional and spiritual well-being while building connections within the community.
Feel free to bring your favorite dish to share!
The session will be facilitated by Dr. Sara Ali, MD, a highly experienced Adult, Adolescent, and Child Psychiatrist who will offer valuable insights and guidance.
When: Friday, January 17 | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: MCA Aisha HAll
Kids Urdu Classes
What: Join us every Saturday for engaging Urdu classes! Students will learn Urdu through fun, interactive activities that make language learning enjoyable. Classes for 3rd to 8th graders
When: Every Saturday from 9am to 10 am starting January 11th
Where: MCA Aisha Hall
Muslimahs Cooking Club
What: You're invited to our monthly themed potluck! Prepare a dish at home inspired by this months theme and bring it to share with the group. Enjoy a delightful evening of recipe sharing, tasting diverse creations, and connecting with new friends in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
This months theme is South Asian cuisinewe cant wait to see and taste your culinary creations!
When: Saturday, Feb 8th at 1pm
Where: MCA Aisha Hall
Sisters Tafsir Class
What: Join our weekly tafsir class with AlHuda instructor Sr. Lubna Afzal to study the opening chapters of the Quran. Students will embark on a translation, word-by-word analysis and tafsir that will foster a greater understanding and love for the surahs. Great for busy sisters and beginners!
When: Saturdays starting January 11, 2025 from 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Aisha Hall
Beginners Tajweed Class For Sisters
What: Please join us for beginners Tajweed class for sisters. A weekly course designed to teach individuals how to recite the Quran with proper pronunciation and articulation, following the specific rules of Tajweed.
When: Every Saturday from 1 pm-3 pm in person and online
Where: MCA Womens Prayer Hall and Online
Sisters Halaqa
What: Were excited to invite all sisters (ages 14+) to join us for our Sisters Halaqa sessions, starting Sunday, December 1st and running until February 9th!
These sessions will be a beautiful opportunity for knowledge and community a chance to grow spiritually, socially, and connect with other sisters in a supportive environment.
When: Every Sunday (Except Holidays)
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2024: Dec. 1, 8 and 15,
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2025: Jan 12, 19, 26 and Feb. 2 & 9
Where: MCA Mothers Lounge
Islam 101:
A New Muslims Guide
What: MCA Outreach invites you to join us for our free ongoing classes for new Muslim brothers and sisters and for people who are curious to learn more about Islam. Get answers to your questions, learn the basics about Islam, find a mentor, meet the Muslim community, and more.
When: Every Thursday 6:30 pm - 8 pm
Where: MCA Maryam Hall
Youth Tarbiyah Sessions
Homeschooling youth ages 10-18, youth with special needs mild/moderate are welcome!
Where: MCA offers weekly Tarbiyah classes for Muslim youth on Fridays after the first Jummah prayer. This class is geared towards homeschooling youth ages 10-18 including those with special needs mild-moderate.
When: Oct 11- Dec 27, 1pm-2.30pm after first jummah
Where: MCA Youth Lounge
Weekly Book Study:
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad
When: Every Saturday 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
What: Embark on a weekly book study of The Life of the Prophet Muhammad by Leila Azzam & Aisha Gouverneur to learn the chronology of the life of the Prophet . This useful introduction to the Seerah draws on traditional Islamic biographical literature, including Hadith, and uses passages from the Qur'an throughout to reinforce the stories.
Where: MCA, Qasim Room
New Book Collection at the MCA Bookstore!
Check out our new book collection about the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh):
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Al-Shama'il al-Muhammadiyya: Also known as The Shama'il, this book is a collection of hadiths that describe the Prophet Muhammad's life, including his physical appearance, manners, and belongings. The book was compiled by the 9th-century scholar Imam al-Tirmidhi. Some say that understanding the Shama'il is a prerequisite to understanding Islam and the Prophet's life.
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Al-Khasa'is al-Muhammadiyya: This book is about the Prophet Muhammad's beauty and perfection.
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Al-Maghazi al-Muhammadiyya: Another book about the Prophet Muhammad.
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Job & Volunteer Opportunities
Job Opportunities below:
Youth Coordinator (Urgent)
Grant Writer
Bookstore Clerk (Part-time)
Granada Islamic School Teachers
Quran Teachers: Al Arqam School
Quran Teachers for Boys: Noor Hifz Academy
Volunteer Opportunities below:
The MCA Campus Expansion project requires enhancement for the MCA landscape and is seeking individuals who would love to devote their time to managing and overseeing the entire landscaping process.
If you are an individual willing to supervise this project through completion, please email [email protected]
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Cordoba Academy is Hiring
We are looking for passionate and dedicated Quran Teachers to join our team and contribute to the spiritual growth and education of our students.
As a Quran Teacher, you will play a vital role in nurturing a deep understanding and appreciation for the Quran among students of all ages, from preschoolers to adults. You will guide students in learning to recite the Quran with proper Tajweed, assist in memorizing Surahs, and help foster a positive relationship with the Quran and Islamic teachings. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and faith-centered environment while sharing your expertise and love for the Quran.
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Education, Programs & Services
Al-Arqamcomplementary Islamic education for students 5 to 15 years 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.
The Quran Halaqah with Qari Ebrahim.
Over 11 additional services and 7 programs info available by exploring the menu atmcabayarea.org/education inshallah.