Light of the Noble Prophetic Hijrah, Eid Highlights & More!
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Light of the Noble Prophetic Hijra/Migration
Assalam alikom wa rahmatu Allah wa barakatuh.
Dear brothers and sisters,
As we commemorate, in few days, the noble Hijra (migration) of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) from Mecca to Madina, it is essential to reflect on some of the profound lessons it imparts. The Hijra, in its broadest religious sense, transcends mere geographical relocation. It encompasses abandoning sins and transgressions, turning towards Allah Almighty, and finding solace in His proximity. There is no greater pursuit than striving to attain Allah's pleasure and seeking His eternal, unending reward.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) emphasized this concept when he said, "The true emigrant is the one who abandons what Allah has forbidden" (Bukhari). Those who forsake their beloved sins for the sake of Allah will be compensated with something far better.
The Hijra was no easy journey. The Prophet (peace be upon him) and his companions were pursued by the entirety of Quraysh. Without Allah's grace and mercy, their migration would not have succeeded, nor would they have been able to establish the great Islamic state. **Their hearts were solely attached to Allah, demonstrating that reliance on Him is the key to salvation.**Allah says:
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"And those who emigrated for [the cause of] Allah after they had been wronged - We will surely settle them in this world in a good place; but the reward of the Hereafter is greater, if only they could know. [They are] those who endured patiently and upon their Lord relied." (Quran 16:41-42)
The sacrifice of the companions of the Prophet (peace be upon him) during the Hijra is a shining example of their dedication and faith. They sacrificed everything they owned and loved for the sake of preserving their deen and establishing the free Islamic state....
Your brother,
Abdullatif Bakbak
President-Executive, MAC
JUNE HIGHLIGHTS
Eid Al Adha 1445 - 2024 Highlights
One Ummah - In Solidarity
Toronto
Montreal - Al Rawdah
Montreal - CIIC
Mississauga
MAC in the Spotlight
MAC Schools
MAC congratulates its students on completing another school year and wishes them a blessed break. To our graduates, we pray that with the mercy of Allah SWT, you not only excel in everything you do but are guided to be the best representatives of Islam wherever they are.
We are grateful to Allah SWT for the blessings of having access to education, having safe homes, and being with our families. Let us not forget those who have lost those blessings.
Did You Know?
The First Mosque Ever Built
Abu Dharr reported: I asked the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) about the first mosque placed on the earth. The Prophet said, It was the Sacred Mosque [Masjid al-Haram]. I asked, Then which one? The Prophet said, The furthest mosque in Jerusalem [Masjid Al Aqsa]. I said, How long was between them? The Prophet said, Forty years, then the earth was made a mosque for you. Wherever the time for prayer reaches you, then pray there.
🌞MAC Summer Camps🌞
MAC summer camps are about to begin insha'Allah. Visit the link below if you haven't registered your child yet. MAC Summer Camps are aimed at nurturing spiritual growth, deepening your child's connection with Allah, while fostering creativity in them. Through engaging activities, meaningful discussions and guidance from our dedicated mentors, we strive to create an environment where your child can learn, have fun, and most importantly get closer to Allah swt.
June Events Recap
These are some of the MAC programs that have taken place in June.
National
Edmonton
A ceremony celebrating the children who fasted the whole month of Ramadan for the 1st time.
Calgary
A Eid celebration for children by the MAC Youth Jr Calgary team!
Halton-Hamilton
Kitchener
MAC Kitchener programs for the summer!
London
Mississauga
Montreal
Montreal South
Vancouver
Windsor
MAC Ansar Program
The Prophet (PBUH) said: The believers in their mutual kindness, compassion and sympathy are just like one body. When one of the limbs suffers, the whole body responds to it with wakefulness and fever
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