WVMA Weekly Newsletter
All Happenings at WVMA
Jumma Mubaraka!
Oh Allah we are grateful to You for every moment You have given us, and we pray every moment of ours is spent in Your pleasure. Oh Allah, forgive us for the wrong that we've done, knowingly and unknowingly, openly and in secret. Oh Allah don't allow us to commit wrong except that we has for forgiveness and rectify our deeds. Oh Allah forgive us complete. Allow us to reach Ramadan in an elevated state, and to obtain all its blessings and rewards. Oh Allah, continue to be with him and with the people of Gaza, protect them, have mercy on them, send them comfort and aid from places unknown! Oh Allah, indeed our prayer, our sacrifice, our life, and our death, are all for You. Have mercy on us and forgive us, help us for none can truly help us but You.
Featured Event: Islamic Finance with Sh. Joe Bradford
Sh. Joe Bradford, an entrepreneur and American scholar of Islam, will be at WVMA this weekend! 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. We are excited to have you join us inshAllah!
Announcements
Renovations and repairs
LGIC has come to life with prayers, programs, and events these past couple years. As we've filled the masjid with and increase sense ofcommunity, the facilities have undergone a lot of wear and tear. Since its purchase in 2018, our improvements and upgrades on the facilities have been minimal. Two weeks back, we sustained substantial damage to auditorium area of LGIC (due to plumbing issues). This damage has resulted in the need for repairs, and also set in motion some long needed improvements as well. In the next several weeks we will be:
Fixing major plumbing issues in the restrooms (adjacent to the auditorium)
Revamping the auditorium
- updating HVAC
- updating ceiling and floor
- updating sound system
- creating a flex space for versatile usage (banquet hall, lectures, overflow for prayer, etc)
We plan to continue our programs and events during construction and we appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time as parts of the facilities will be off limits.
Additionally, you can also support this project using the link below.
Duas for Dr. Mohammed Subeh's Medical Mission
Our beloved community member Dr. Mohammed Subeh, leaves for Gaza tomorrow morning for a medical mission. Please keep him and his family in your du'a. SubhanAllah, may Allah bless all of us to do all that we can in the pursuit of justice and to sincerely work for His cause in all any capacity we can. May Allah reward our brother and his family for their sincerity and their sacrifice. May his trip be one of immense benefit and healing. May Allah protect him in every moment and return him safely to his family in the highest of health and iman.
Eat Out & Help Out
It just keeps getting more delicious!!
This week, mention WVMA when you dine-in or takeout at Chicken G's in Mountain View and Lados Restaurant in Sunnyvale, and they will donate 25% of your meal cost to WVMA! Their menus will not disappoint!
Volunteer this Ramadan
With just 29 days left until Ramadan, now is the perfect time to start preparing and make the intention to give back through service to your community. There are various tasks and plenty of opportunities for everyone. Sign up to volunteer today! Let's start this blessed month with the intention of pleasing Allah by serving others and spreading kindness.
Upcoming Events
Black & Palestinian Liberation with Dr. Bilal Ware
We are pleased to co-sponsor an evening with Dr. Bilal Ware at Lighthouse Mosque where he will address Black & Palestinian Liberation. Please join us!
Palestine, Technology & the Pursuit of Justice
Join us at LGIC on Friday, February 16 to hear from Paul Biggar, the New York-based innovator known for shedding light on the tech industry's silence regarding Israel's actions against Palestinian civilians in Gaza. Engage in an important conversation about the courage to speak out for truth, even when it is difficult. RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-feb16.
Sacrifice in Islam: Gaza to Americas
We are delighted to announce our collaboration with Lighthouse Mosque for a special event featuring Ust. Ubaydullah Evans and Imam Fateen Saifullah. Join us as we explore the profound topic of 'Sacrifice in Islam: From Gaza to Americas' on Saturday, February 24th at 6:00 PM at Lighthouse Mosque.
Program Highlights
Family Hike
Join the hiking club every Saturday morning for a community hike. This week we are hiking at the Bay Area Ridge trail at Sanborn County Park. Meet us at this meeting point at 8:45am, hike starts at 9am sharp. Please refer to the hiking WhatsApp group for weekly hiking updates.
Sisters' Halaqa with Sh. ElBakri
Every Saturday at 10:30 am, sisters can join us for an insightful halaqa with Sh. Alauddin ElBakri. The halaqa is held on zoom.
High School Halaqa with Sh. ElBakri
Join us on Saturday mornings for a halaqa tailored to high school students, led by Sh. Alauddin ElBakri. We encourage all youth to take advantage of this opportunity to engage with Sh. ElBakri and benefit from his knowledge.
Sunday Biking
Come out and bike with the WVMA Biking Club every Sunday! This week we will meet at 9am to bike along the Stevens Creek Trail. All levels are welcomed. Join the biking WhatsApp group for weekly biking updates.
Community Book Club
Book club kicked off this week! Join us every Wednesday starting at LGIC for an intergenerational book club where diverse voices come together to explore timeless wisdom through the lens of Islamic principles and guidance. Join the bookclub WhatsApp group to stay up to date!
40 Hadith of Imam An-Nawawi
Join Imam Albaraa tonight for the first session of 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. Register using this link.
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.
Community Happenings
PCHFNA Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Run
Heart problems are a daunting reality for many. Join the efforts of a Boy Scout from Troop 399 to raise awareness about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). Participate in the 2k/5k awareness run on February 24th at Bayland Park in Sunnyvale. Sign up today and spread the word to your friends!
Miftaah Circle: Pathways to Paradise
Join us for our upcoming Miftaah Circle, Pathways to Paradise on February 24th at the UC Berkeley Campus, with esteemed scholars including, Shaykh Mikaeel Smith, Shaykh Navaid Aziz, Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi, and more! Tickets are on-sale at miftaah.org/paradise and you can use UCB25 for a discount! Register today.
A Gala Evening with Maristan
Join us on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at our upcoming event Honoring Our Legacy: A Gala Evening and Fundraiser" with keynote speakers Shaykh Mikaeel Smith and Shaykh Tariq Musleh. This exclusive event is set to acknowledge and honor our teams passion and commitment to advancing holistic well-being for our communities. We look forward to sharing this special evening with you all and hope to receive your support in continuing to build the Maristan legacy. RSVP here.
Photo of the Week
On Friday evening, WVMA hosted a panel featuring accomplished Muslim leaders in office, including Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Michigan), Sunnyvale Vice Mayor Omar Din, and Saratoga Vice Mayor Belal Afta. They discussed their journeys into politics, shared personal motivations and challenges, and highlighted key moments in their careers.
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