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Dhul-Qidah 8, 1445 AH | Thursday, May 16,2024
Update from EB: Eid Date & Election Date
Please checkout the program below for preparing for Hajj. Regarding Eid Al-Adha, we anticipate it will be close to June 16, but are awaiting for the official announcement of the start of Dhul-Hiliah before announcing the final date. We will announce as soon as we have the information, in accordance with the Figh Council of North America inshallah
Prayer Timings
MCA
12:15pm - Sh. Alaeddin El Bakri
1:30pm - Sh. Majed Mahmoud
Masjid Al Noor
1:30pm - Mufti Saad Khan
2:30pm - Dr. Khaled Labib
Weekly Events
Upcoming Events
Kings of Jerusalem | Stories of Prophets Dawud and Sulaiman (AS)
Sh. Majed Mahmoud (Al Maghrib Institute)
When: May 17, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What: MCA and Al Maghrib Institute present Kings of Jerusalem ilmNight. Join us as we unravel the timeless wisdom woven into the lives of Prophet Suleiman and Prophet Dawood. Discover invaluable lessons that resonate with our daily struggles and triumphs. This isnt just another ilmnight its a transformative experience waiting to unfold!
Where: MCA, Khadijah Banquet Hall
Talking Circle
Event for Seniors Only
When: SATURDAY MAY 18TH 130 - 245 PM What: May is Mental Health Awareness Month - Come join us on May 18th in our "TALKING CIRCLE" FOR SENIORS ONLY.
Where: MCA, MARYAM HALL
How To Sell - Empowerment Project
When: Sunday, May 19th, 2024, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
What: The Essential Selling Skills workshop focuses on the skills needed to sell effectively in today's business environment, such as varying your selling style for different customers and highlighting value rather than price. Participants will learn how to sell more effectively to current customers, win new business at prospective accounts, and how to sell themselves during the interview process. These workshops are open to both brothers and sisters.
Where: MCA, Maryam Hall
Tafseer of Juz 'Amma | The Final Section: Exploring the Last Surahs of the Quran
Sh. Alauddin Elbakri
When: Every Sunday Starting May 19th, 8:30 PM (after Maghrib)
What: Explore the Last Surahs of the Holy Quran with Sh. Alauddin Elbakri
Where: MCA Prayer Hall
New Sisters in Islam Social
When: Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:00am
What: Find support and sisterhood with new Muslim sisters in a safe and welcoming, judgment-free space. Those interested in Islam are also welcome! This month, our focus will be on sharing volunteering opportunities at MCA.
Where: MCA, Aisha Hall
Our Ummah: What Went Wrong?
A Critical Look at the State of the Ummah and Finding Solutions
With Sh. Mustapha Elturk and Imam Amir Abdel Malik Ali
When: May 24th, 7:30 PM
What: Join us for a special Community Night as we examine our current and future state of affairs relative to Palestine and our Ummah at large.
Where: MCA Khadijah Banquet Hall
The 5th Pillar: Hajj | A Step-by-Step Workshop on How to Perform Hajj
With Imam Tahir Anwar
When: May 25th, 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
What: A special half day intensive Hajj workshop with Imam Tahir Anwar on how to fulfill the 5th pillar of Islam.
Where: MCA Khadijah Banquet Hall.
Sisters Quranic Spring Gathering
Nurturing Mind, Body, Heart, & Soul With Ustadha Maryam Amir and Sr. Ilham Malick
When: Saturday, May 25th, 7:15 p.m.9:50 p.m.
What: Join us at this event to be inspired by this social gathering as we strive to better ourselves and our communities.
Where: MCA Khadijah Banquet Hall.
Being Muslim: A Practical Guide
When: May 26, 2024, 9:30 a.m.4:00 p.m.
What: This workshop provides attendees with practical knowledge that can be applied and incorporated into our daily lives. It will focus on foundational beliefs, worship, spiritual refinement, lifestyle, and more. This workshop is highly recommended for those new to their journey in Islam, those returning to faith, and those who seek a deeper meaning in their faith. Attendees can purchase Being Muslim: A Practical Guide book at the event.
Where: Khadijah Banquet Hall, MCA, 3003 Scott Blvd., Santa Clara, CA 95054
Cost: Cost: $0, free and open to the community. Please Register by clicking the link below.
Lunch and refreshments will be served. Free childcare will be provided for children ages 310 (potty-trained only).
Hajj Essentials Accessible at MCAs Nonprofit Store for Books & Gifts
MCAs Nonprofit Books & Gifts store is dedicated to making it easy to access what the community needs to practice their Islam with sound knowledge and excellence. We have created access to small bags of essentials needed for hajj including scent free soap from Palestine, Q&A Books on Hajj, ihram, and more. Stop by to check it out inshallah or pre-order online.
Watch MCA Live Events
The Importance of Qadar as an Article of Faith | Sh. Rami Nsour | MCA
The Palestine issue is a world issue now | Sh. Alaeddin El Bakri | MCA
Job & Volunteer Opportunities
Over 4 opportunities below:
Grant Writer
Part-Time Bookstore Clerk
Part-Time Youth Coordinator
Granada Islamic School Teachers
Quran TeachersforNoor Hifz Academy
Over 4 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
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 inshallah.