[Newsletter] First Official Appointment Within The Center

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In the coming weeks, the Board of Trustees will be sharing exciting announcements regarding the esteemed faculty, detailed course offerings, and ....

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Halal & Haram

Friday, June 13th at 7 pm

Lets talk drinks. Did you know that even halal beverages can become haram based on how they're used?

Join us this Friday for a powerful session led by Shaykh Saad on Halal and Haram in Beverages. Well explore rulings on alcohol, energy drinks, coffee, and more, plus open Q&A.

Umrah 2025

November 22 - December 1

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SALAM is heading to the sacred cities of Madinah and Makkah this Thanksgiving break, and youre invited to be part of this unforgettable spiritual experience.

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Summer Camp '25

June 30th to July 24th

We all pray for our children to connect with the book of Allah, and this Summer Camp is the perfect opportunity for just that. From June 30th to July 24th, your children will learn and grow with the Quran at their own pace, traversing through Juz Amma.

Along with Quran memorization, they will engage with Islamic studies, embrace creativity through robotics and STEM hands-on activities, and get active with physical education.

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Eid-ul-Adha 2025

Recap

From the echo of takbeerat to the hugs after prayer, from families capturing memories in the sunshine to childrens laughter filling the celebration, Eid at SALAM was a day of joy.

Check the photos to relive the moments that brought us together.

Thank you to everyone who joined and helped make the day so special. May Allah accept from us and from you, and may every Eid draw us closer to Him and to one another.

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Launching of the SALAM Center for Higher Islamic Learning

SALAM Board of Trustees Announcement

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

The SALAM Board of Trustees is honored to announce the blessed launch of the SALAM Center for Higher Islamic Learning, a long-cherished vision that, by the mercy and will of Allah SWT, is now coming to fruition. We ask Allah to place barakah in this endeavor and to make it a source of benefit for generations to come.

The Center is a manifestation of SALAMs vision to advance Islamic scholarship and nurture the community by providing sound knowledge and transformative education. We pray that it becomes a beacon of learning that elevates the Sacramento Muslim community in deen, understanding, and service.

Upcoming Dates

Soft Opening Weekend: Friday, July 18, 2025 Prophetic Leadership course in collaboration with The Islamic Seminary of America (TISA)
SALAM Library Soft Opening: Thursday, July 17 & Sunday, July 20 Book reviews and community engagement
Commencement of English and Arabic Tracks of the Center Seminary Program: Tuesday, September 9, 2025

In the coming weeks, the Board of Trustees will be sharing exciting announcements regarding the esteemed faculty, detailed course offerings, and the seminarys academic tracks, inshaa Allah.

We are especially pleased to begin by announcing the first official appointment within the Center for Higher Islamic Learning:

Shaykh Saad ElHelaly

Strengthening Our Roots in Sacred Knowledge

A respected scholar and beloved member of our community, Shaykh Saad joined SALAM in early 2024 and has since been a pillar in reviving Islamic education through IQRA School; teaching Quran, Tajweed, and Arabic. He was also instrumental in establishing the weekly Arabic Khutbah, offering the community a consistent opportunity to deepen their understanding of the Islamic faith.

Shaykh Saad graduated at the top of his class from the prestigious Al-Azhar University, where he studied under the mentorship of renowned scholars. His passion lies in both research and teaching, particularly in areas that demand deep intellectual engagement. His sincerity, humility, and love for knowledge have quickly earned him the admiration and trust of our community.

In addition to his ongoing responsibilities, Shaykh Saad will serve as the Program Manager of the Arabic Track of the Center Seminary program and will be teaching four foundational classes in the Fall 2025 semester: Tarbiya Imaniyyah ( ), Mustalah al-Hadith ( ), Usool al-Fiqh ( ), and Uloom al-Quran ( ).

We invite the community to join us in making duaa for Shaykh Saad, asking Allah SWT to bless him and his family, guide him, grant him success, and make his efforts a source of lasting reward for him and for all who benefit from his knowledge. We ask Allah SWT to bless the entire SALAM leadership with wisdom, sincerity, and success. May He place abundant barakah in our community, unite our hearts, and guide us in building a vibrant and compassionate future. Ameen.

Omar MoheyEldin, Chairperson
SALAM Board of Trustees