WVMA Weekly Newsletter

11 months ago

All Happenings at WVMA

Jumma Mubaraka!

May Allah grant us the love of His Divine presence and the love of those who love Him. May He guide our hearts to perform actions that draw us nearer to His love and pleasure. We seek Your guidance, Allah, in all our endeavors and ask for Your mercy and forgiveness in our shortcomings. We pray for our families, our friends, and our community, that we may all be united in love, compassion, and understanding. May Allah protect us, provide for us, and fill our hearts with faith and tranquility.

Announcements

Important Notice: Compliance with LGIC Operation Hours

Reminding everyone that LGIC operation hours are only until 10pm. Weve been praying Isha earlier than the scheduled time in order to accommodate this. Were at risk from the town for getting cited for violating code. weve been issued a warning. Please leave promptly after isha for the next month so that we do not jeapordize our masjid in any way. If you have any questions please feel free to email [email protected]

BOT and BOD Candidates Forum

Join our upcoming Candidate Forum on Zoom this Sunday, July 14th at 2pm. This is your opportunity to meet the candidates running for the WVMA BOT and BOD elections! We encourage everyone to join! Click here to view the candidate biographies.

Back to School Backpack Drive

Join WVMA's First Annual Backpack Drive! Each year, the cost of a new backpack and school supplies can be a financial burden for many families. With your support, new backpacks and school supplies can help children focus on learning and reaching their full potential. It costs only $11 for each bag plus supplies! Help us spread the word by sharing our Drive with your network. Let's make a difference, one backpack at a time! Donate now and volunteer for the drive!

Upcoming Events & Programs

Chess on Fridays

Our first session last week was a blast! Join us this Friday again for a friendly game of Chess at LGIC throughout the summer! Bring your A-game, chess board, and snacks to share! Please note, this is not a class; participants should have an introductory knowledge of chess. For inquiries, email [email protected]. Let's make this summer a checkmate!

Saturday Family Hike

Join the hiking club this Saturday morning for a community hike. This week we are hiking the Vasona Traii which is easy and paved. Please refer to the hiking WhatsApp group for meeting location and weekly hiking updates.

Youth Beach Bonfire

Register if you haven't already! This Saturday WVMA youth are having their second annual beach bonfire at Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz! This special event is open to youth aged 14 and up. Bus tickets are limited, so make sure to purchase yours ASAP! Spots are filling up quickly. Register now at tinyurl.com/wvmabonfire24. Dont miss out on this fantastic event we cant wait to see you there!

Monthly Community Qiyam

Bring your family to reap the benefits of the golden hour of Tahajjud and make dua for our Ummah. This Qiyam will take place this Sunday, July 14th at Saraoga Musalla. We hope you can join us!

Sunday Bike

Come out and bike with the WVMA Biking Club every Sunday! This week we will meet at 7:30am to bike along the Coyote Creek Trail. All levels are welcomed. Join the biking WhatsApp group for weekly biking updates.

Siraat Pathways with Amir Abdel Malik Ali

Join Siraat this Tuesday for the third session with Amir Abdel Malik Ali on The Islamic Revival: a Time for Youth to Fulfill their Historical Mission. The series aims to explore and inspire the role of youth in the contemporary Islamic revival movement. Doors open at 6:30pm for Asr jamaa and suhbah. Open primarily to ages 22-35.

In-Person Community Pulse Check

We want to check up on your needs! Join us for an in-person community pulse check on Thursday July 18th at Saratoga Musalla after maghrib prayer. You can ask questions and give us feedback on what you like and where we need improvement. Your voice matters!

Welcome Hujjaj Dinner

Join us on Friday July 19th as we welcome back our beloved Hujjaj with a community potluck! We look forward to seeing everyone there and hearing beautiful stories from Hajj. RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-hujjaj

Summer Programs

College Admission Workshop

The first session is this Saturday! High school seniors, don't miss out! Join Ayesha Kauser's 4-part college admissions workshop. Get expert guidance on essays and building your college list. Ace your applications with confidence! Secure your spot today!

Reflections from the Seerah

Join us as we embark on an inspiring journey through the Seerah of the Prophet Muhammad (s). Every Wednesday after Maghrib, Imam Tahir will guide us in this enlightening series. Sessions will alternate between LGIC and Saratoga Musalla.

Middle School Boys Programs

Join Zaid Syed every Tuesday at 7:30 pm at Saratoga Musalla for a halaqa exploring Muslim leaders and exemplars. All middle school boys are encouraged to attend. Don't miss this chance to become a Young Khalifa! Sign up at bit.ly/wvma-boys

Living Legacy Day Camp

Leaving your legacy Bamrec is partnering with WVMA to offer a unique camp for the week of July 29th at LGIC that provides hands on experiences teaching kids what it means to build a legacy. Campers will understand the important role they play on this earth and key concepts around sadaqah jariyah, Ihsan, and ummah. Click here to sign up!

Photo of the Week

Kickstarting our summer Chess Fridays at LGIC! Last Friday's session saw enthusiastic kids and adults diving into strategic battles and enjoying the game. Looking forward to more fun and learning this July! See you this Friday 7pm at LGIC!

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