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Dhul-Qidah 22, 1445 AH | Thursday, May 30,2024
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Update from The Board of Trustees
Eid Date To be Announced
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 Fiqh Council of North America inshallah. In the meantime, please checkout the program below for Dhul Hijjah.
Prayer Timings
MCA
12:15pm - Sh. Alaeddin El Bakri
1:30pm - Dr. Hatem Bazian
Masjid Al Noor
1:30pm - Br. Samy Hilali
2:30pm - Br. Ahmad Badr
Weekly Events
Upcoming Events
Sustainability, How?
When: Friday, May 31, 2024 7-9:30
What: Sustainability and Youth Committee are excited to host "Sustainability, How?" Come join us for a fun night of knowledge and activities in sha Allah! Ice cream, tea, and snacks will be served!
Where: MCA, Khadijah Banquet Hall
Registration Free
The Sacred Month of Dhul Hijjah
A Weekend Program to Experience and Learn the Virtues of This Significant Holy Month
With Sh. Alauddin Elbakri
When: May 31, 8:30 PM (after Maghrib) & June 1, 10:00 AM1:30 PM.
What: Join us for a Friday community night and a special Saturday workshop as we explore and understand the sacred month of Dhul Hijjah together. This month includes significant events such as the Blessed 10 Days, Youm Arafah, Hajj, Eid Al Adha, the Days of Eid, and more.
Where: MCA Prayer Hall
Fiqh Weekly Halaqah (in Somali)
By: Sh. Abdulrahman Dirir
When: Every Saturday, between Maghrib and Isha, starting May 25th
What: Join Sh. Abdulrahman Dirir as he continues the series of Fiqh from the book 'Umdatul Ahkam' in Somali. Assalam Alikum, May 25, 2024 Waxaan MCA ka bilaabaynaa xalqad maalin kasta oo Sabti ah salaada makhrib kadib. Casha Hall xalqadani waxay ku baxaysaa afsomali, Waxaan akhrin doonaa kitaabka Cumdatul Axkam Waxaa qoray Shiikh Abdil Qani Al Maqdisi. Waxaa akhrinaya Shiikh Abdirahman Dirir. Abdulrahman.
Where: MCA, Aisha Hall.
Pilates, Cardio, & Strength Training Classes for Females: Only 6.0
HIJAB FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT
When:
Morning Sessions:
Class Schedule 1: Mondays & Wednesdays 8:30am-9:20am Class Schedule 2: Mondays & Wednesdays 9:30am-10:20am Class Schedule 3: Mondays & Wednesdays. 10:30 a.m.11:20 a.m.
Evening session:
Class Schedule 4: Mondays & Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m.7:20 p.m.
For more details, click on the registration link below!
What: Join us for our most popular females only fitness classes organized by the MCA Wellness Committee. *Now happening in MCA Maryam Hall.
Where: MCA Maryam Hall, 3003 Scott Blvd., Santa Clara, CA 95054
UEFA Champions League
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 12:00 noon
What: Join a community gathering to watch the UEFA Final between Dortmund and Real Madrid.
Where: MCA, Maryam Hall
Soulful Sisters' Hike
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 7:00am
What: Hikers of all abilities are welcome!
The MCA Women's Committee presents a biweekly hike for sisters! Join us for an opportunity to enjoy sisterhood outdoors and appreciate the beautiful Bay Area landscape created by Allah SWT.
Where: Bear Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve.
SILICON VALLEY ENTREPRENEURSHIP CLUB Entrepreneurship 101 Series
When: Friday, June 7, 2024, 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
What: Recent Trends of Start-ups and Venture Capital Investments.
Where: MCA, Khadija, 3003 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara, CA
Eid Ul Adha Bazaar
When: Saturday, June 8, 2024, 11:00 AM - 8 PM.
What: Come join us at MCA for a day filled with shopping, munching, and activities for the entire community!
Where: MCA, Khadija Hall & Maryam Hall.
New Sisters in Islam Social
When: Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 12:30 p.m.
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 discussion will focus on navigating relationships with family as reverts.
Where: MCA, Aisha Hall.
Noor Hifz Academy is hiring a teacher for their full-time, on site boys hifz program at MCA
Application Deadline: Friday, June 14, 2024
Teacher for Boys Hifz Program - Hafiz - English fluency - Strong work ethic -Positively engaging with children - Mastery of the basic rules of Tajweed or Ijazah - Experienced with leading Taraweeh (preferred) - Locally - graduated and experienced huffaz prioritized - Reliable and having good time management skills - Availability to teach from August 2024 - May 2025 - School hours: 8:00am - 1:30pm (Mon-Thu) and 8:00am - 12:00pm (Fri).
Qualified candidates: Please email professional resume/CV with cover letter to [email protected]
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.
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Job & Volunteer Opportunities
Over 4 opportunities below:
Grant Writer
Part-Time Bookstore Clerk
Part-Time Youth Coordinator
Granada Islamic School Teachers
Quran Teachers Al- Arqam School
Quran Teachersfor the boysNoor 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.
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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 Fiqh Council of North America inshallah