WVMA Weekly Newsletter

1 year ago

All Happenings at WVMA

Jumma Mubaraka!

Oh Allah, in these challenging times, our hearts are heavy with the plight of our brothers and sisters in Palestine, Yemen, Sudan and across the world. We turn to You, seeking Your support and mercy. Grant solace, peace, and unwavering strength to those facing immense hardships. Oh Allah, ease the burdens of those who are struggling, and shower Your mercy upon the entire Ummah.

Featured Event:
ReMosqued

What is community? How should it feel and look like? How do we build truly prophetic communities? Join us for a community workshop with Shaykh Abdallah Deeb, Imam Ahmad Deeb and our very own Lubna Sheikh, where we will explore these questions and more. RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-remosqued

Announcements

Let's Appreciate our Spiritual Leaders

We invite you to join us as we express heartfelt gratitude to our spiritual leaders who guide our community with wisdom and compassion. Take a moment to pen down your thoughts of gratitude. Share how their teachings have impacted your life positively. Leave your note at the LGIC Lobby or shared it electronically at bit.ly/wvma-appreciation. Together let's flood our spiritual leaders with love and appreciation. Your words have the power to uplift and inspire!

Upcoming Events

After Khutbah Discussion with Sh. Elbakri

After the 3:30 khutbah at LGIC, middle schoolers have the opportunity to join Shaykh ElBakri for a meaningful post-youth khutbah discussion.

Family Hike

Join the hiking club every Saturday morning for a community hike. This week we are hiking at Ed R. Levin County Park. Meet us at this meeting point at 9:00am. Please refer to the hiking WhatsApp group for weekly hiking updates.

Youth Hike

Come join us for a morning youth hike and short talk at Picchetti Ranch on Sunday, January 21st! Carpools will be arranged if needed - RSVP at tinyurl.com/wvmayouth-hike

Sunday Biking

Come out and bike with the WVMA Biking Club every Sunday! This week we will meet at 9am to bike along the Los Gatos Creek Trail. All levels welcomed. Join the biking WhatsApp group for weekly biking updates.

Self Care Sundays

Sisters, it's time to prioritize "you"! Join us for our new Self-Care Sundays. Each third Sunday of the month we will embrace a new self-care activity with a new guest. This month, treat yourself to a blissful journey of somatic breathwork. Reserve your spot now!

Siraat Pathways with Imam Ahmad Deeb

Join Siraat with Imam Ahmad this Tuesday for part 2 of the Pathways series "The Loneliness Epidemic" on finding meaningful connections. Doors open at 6:15pm and halaqa will begin at 6:45pm. Open primarily to ages 22-35.

Goal Setting Workshop with Ust. Mohammad Isaaq

Do you know what type of influence your temperament has on your goals? Have you taken the time to reflect on what your goals truly are and how SMART they are? Join Ust. Mohammad Isaaq for a step-by-step half-day workshop to goal setting using faith-based frameworks, contemporary techniques and the four temperaments model. Register to secure your spot!

Journey to the Quran

Sisters, join us for an inspiring evening with Dr. Rania Awaad, Ustadha Maryam Amir, and Hafidha Suzane Derani as they discuss their "Journey to the Quran". This event will be for sisters only with a livestream option for those who cannot attend in person. Seating is limited so register today inshaAllah!

2nd Annual Community Rummage Sale

It's time to declutter and refresh before Ramadan! Join us for a special community rummage sale, offering you the opportunity to buy and sell gently used items. Mark your calendars for Feb 3rd! If you'd like to be a vendor, sign up using this link.

The Art of Calligraphy with Haji Noor Deen

We are excited to invite you for an exploration of calligraphy with Haji Noor Deen, a renowned master of Arabic calligraphy, where history meets artistry. This family-friendly event is a visual journey through the 1000-year legacy of the Wei Muslims in China, intertwined with a captivating demonstration of Arabic Calligraphy in the Chinese Style. This demonstration is not to be missed! RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-hajideen

Islamic Finance with Sh. Joe Bradford

Mark your calendars! Sh. Joe Bradford, an entrepreneur and American scholar of Islam, will be coming to WVMA. On Friday night, discover the profound relationship between the purpose of money and aligning it with your core values.

On Saturday, gain insights into Islamic perspectives on investing, mortgages, endowments, and more, as we navigate the legal intricacies of financial matters. RSVP to both events at bit.ly/wvma-bradford. We are excited to have you join us inshAllah!

WVMA Programs & Clubs

Tajweed classes for sisters

Join Sr. Soumiya Basima on Mondays and Thursdays starting January 18th for a six-week immersive experience as we learn the important aspects of Tajweed. This is open to individuals aged 14 and above. Younger students who can read fluently are also encouraged to join. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your connection with the Holy Quran. Sign up using this link.

Bidayat al-Hidaya Course

Last week was the opening session of our course on the transformative wisdom of Imam Ghazali's "Bidayat al-Hidaya". 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 every Monday at LGIC! Sign up at bit.ly/wvma-hidaya.

Middle School Girls Halaqa

Tuesday January 23rd at 5pm our middle school girls halaqa will resume! This takes place at Saratoga Musalla with Sr. Farah Al Dhaher. Registration and regular attendance is encouraged!

Mommy & Me

Wondering what to do with your little one on Thursday morning? Try out Mommy and Me! Mommy and Me is a free, safe, and fun playtime for children ages 12-24 months with age appropriate toys and activities. We cant wait to play and connect! Reserve a spot today!

40 Hadith of Imam An-Nawawi

Starting Feb 1st, join Imam Albaraa every Thursday for a deep-dive into Imam Nawawi's 40 Hadiths and its application in modern times. This compilation is a comprehensive breakdown of Islam and what every Muslim must know and act upon. We encourage everyone to seize this opportunity of valuable knowledge inshAllah.

Intermediate Quranic Arabic Online Course

We are excited to announce a 12 week online interactive Quranic Arabic Level 2 course for adults. Strengthen your vocabulary and acquire intermediate grammar by studying Surah Maryam and Sarah Yusuf. Register now before its starts on January 28th and embark on this transformative linguistic exploration!

Weekly Ongoing Programs

We have halaqas, classes, recreation and so many other activities that happen regularly at WVMA. Please click below to get detailed information on all the different offerings. Classes are up and running unless otherwise noted.

Visit our website to view our Clubs and Committees to stay up to date on their weekly events.

WVMA Weekly Programs

Community Happenings

Condolences for Brother Ebrahim Alareqi

It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of Br. Ahmed Alareqi, the father of Br. Ebrahim. May Allah bless Br. Ebrahim's parents with the most beautiful reunion in highest level of Jannah. May his father enter into the highest of Jannah without any hisaab. May Br. Ebrahim and his family be granted patience and steadfastness.

You can offer your condolences to Br. Ebrahim this Saturday, January 20th, after Fajr and Coffee (6:30am) in the LGIC prayer hall.

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