WVMA Weekly Newsletter

11 months ago

All Happenings at WVMA

Jumma Mubaraka!

Oh Allah we ask you to forgive us for our shortcomings and cover us in Your mercy. Make us from among those who are counted as the sincere among your servants. Bless us with leaders who are the most sincere and guide us to follow You and Your Prophet (s) with ihsan. Allow us to live our lives in the best way and meet you in the best state. Grant victory to our brothers and sisters in Palestine and around the world.

Announcements

Attention WVMA Members: Voting is Now Open!

If you're a WVMA member, check your email for your ballot. Online voting started on Thursday, July 18th at 7:00 AM (PST) and will end on Friday, July 19th at 7:00 PM (PST). Make sure to cast your vote before the deadline! Your participation is crucial.

Gratitude for our Election Committee

We'd like to extend our sincere gratitude to these amazing individuals who, year after year, have helped with elections and worked tirelessly to ensure that our community thrives and reaches new heights. Your unwavering support and dedication inspire us all to contribute and make a difference. Jazakum Allah Khair, Br. Azmat Siddiqi, Br. Altaf Khan and Br. Atif Inamallah, for your endless hard work!

Back to School Backpack Drive

Only one week left and more than 650 items still needed! 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 before it closes on July 26th and volunteer for the drive on July 28th and 29th!

Upcoming Events

Chess on Fridays

This Friday chess will be at 5pm at LGIC followed by our community dinner to welcome back our hujjaj. We hope you can join us for both! Dont forget to bring your A-game and chess board if you have! Please note, this is not a class; participants should have an introductory knowledge of chess. For inquiries, email [email protected].

Welcome Hujjaj Dinner

This Friday we welcome back our beloved Hujjaj with a community potluck! We look forward to seeing everyone there and hearing beautiful stories from Hajj. Please RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-hujjaj

Summer Programs

Bidayat al-Hidaya

Bidayat al-Hidaya with Ust. Basil Farooq is back! This course unveils the fundamentals of God-consciousness (taqwa), offering motivation and guidance for a more enlightened spiritual journey. We encourage everyone to join us on Mondays at LGIC as we dive into this timeless manual and unlock the keys to a purposeful life. Sign up at bit.ly/wvma-hidaya.

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

One week left until camp! Sign up your kids fast! 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 the key concepts around sadaqah jariyah, Ihsan, and ummah. Click here to sign up!

* This week there will be no Wednesday "Reflection from the Seerah" with Imam Tahir. We will resume the following week inshAllah.
* Imam Albaraa's class on the "40 Hadiths of Imam An-Nawawi" is on hold until further notice.

Community Happenings

Passing of the Nephew of Br. Iftikhar Ahmed

It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ali Ahmed, the young nephew of Br. Iftikhar Ahmed in Los Angeles. Please make dua for his maghfirah. We ask Allah to forgive his sins and to grant her the highest level of paradise. We pray that Allah give his family patience and strength.

Volunteering Opportunity at Rahima Foundation

Rahima Foundation's July Food Distribution is scheduled for this weekend, Friday through Sunday (July 19, 20, & 21). Please sign up on www.rahima.org if you would like to volunteer to prepare food packages for families in need.

Photo of the Week

Last week, our young professionals group, Siraat (@siraatwvma), was honored to have Dr. Khalid Kadir (@iamkhalidkadir ) for his enlightening two-part Pathways series, What Is My Role? Community Engagement in the Life of American Muslims.

SubhanAllah, more than 150 community members joined the halaqa, coming together for an evening of learning and companionship. Alhamdulillah for the collective strength and support within this community!

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