WVMA Weekly Newsletter

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All Happenings at WVMA

Jumma Mubaraka!

Ya Allah, we seek refuge with You from worry and grief, from incapacity and laziness, from cowardice and miserliness, from being in debt and from being overpowered.  Ya Allah, You alone are the most merciful and You alone are the most Just.  We ask You for your mercy in all things.  Where weve fallen short, we ask for Your pardon.  Ya Allah you are the forgiving, you love to forgive, so please forgive us.  Wipe away our mistakes, clean our slate of misdeeds, so that we come to you with a book free of sin.

Community Updates

LGIC Exit Policy

As a reminder, please be sure to exit the LGIC premises before 10 pm every night and exit using the entrance. We are in a critical time right now as were in the process of getting our use permit revised. Please help us get approval for the revision by being cautious of noise in the early morning and late night hours. Alhamdulillah now that Isha is earlier were able to be done with prayers well before 10 pm. Please also pray that the process of the revised permit approval is one of ease. Well be sending out updates and calls for community involvement in the near future and will need everyones participation inshaAllah.

Seerah Competition 1446

Deadline is this Saturday! Calling all youth ages 6-18! Show your creativity and devotion to our beloved Prophet (SAW) by joining this competition. Choose from three categories: Write an essay reflecting on how Prophet Muhammad (SAW); compose a poem expressing your love for him; or create a drawing that illustrates your admiration. For full details and to submit your work, visit bit.ly/wvma-seerah.

Arabic Playgroup Openings

We still have a few open spots for our Arabic playgroup at WVMA for children ages 3-6. The playgroup meets every Tuesday and Thursday. We will utilize different methods to teach children how to read and write Arabic while taking care of other developmental needs. Click here for more details and registration. 

Toastmasters Club Interest Form

Are you interested in building your confidence, growing as a leader, or enhancing your communication and public speaking skills? Well you are in luck! WVMA is considering starting a new Toastmasters Club for our community. If you would like to be a part of this exciting opportunity, please fill out this form to express your interest.

Upcoming Events & Programs

Mental and Emotional Wellbeing in the Sunnah

Note that the time has moved up to 6:00 pm. Join us tomorrow at LGIC for a talk with Dr. Sanjana Karim on "Mental and Emotional Wellbeing in the Sunnah". Dr. Karim, founder and director of Peace Tree Mental Health, brings her expertise in helping navigate difficult life events. Don't miss the opportunity to learn about managing emotional wellness through the teachings of the Sunnah! Open to the community. Dinner will be served. RSVP at bit.ly/wvma-sept20

Calligraphy Workshop with Hajji Noor Deen

We are thrilled to welcome back Hajji Noor Deen to LGIC for another inspiring calligraphy workshop this Saturday for an exclusive session designed for those looking to enhance their skills and deepen their practice of Islamic Art. After the workshop at 6:00 pm, the community is invited to an art exhibit featuring his breathtaking pieces, available for purchase. 

Start Boot Camp, From Dream to Reality: Launch your Startup

Shine Labs and Silicon Valley Entrepreneurship Club present Startup Boot Camp. From dream to reality: Launch your startup! Click here to sign up. 

Blessed Beginnings

Join us for our monthly gathering for converts and anyone seeking strength and assistance in their journey in Islam. RSVP to let us know you're coming! 

Visualizing the Journey of the Soul with Ust. Basil Farooq

We are pleased to be starting a new class with Ust. Basil Farooq on Monday evenings at LGIC, focusing on the journey of the soul from an Islamic perspective. This class is a great opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the stages of the hereafter and reflect on what lies beyond this life. The first session begins next Monday, and everyone is welcome to attend. Register at bit.ly/wvma-soul. 

Teen Game Night & Basketball Tournament

WVMA youth will be holding a Game Night on Saturday, September 28th from 4 pm to Maghrib for high school and college students. There will be sports, board games, a basketball tournament, and of course food! Feel free to bring your own board games and sports equipment! RSVP at tinyurl.com/wvgamenight.

English Calligraphy Workshop

Join us for an English calligraphy class on Sunday, September 29, at 2:00 PM at LGIC (Dhuhr is at 1:30 PM). In this session, you'll explore both pen and brush calligraphy techniques, with the final goal of rewriting a poem by a Palestinian poet. This hands-on workshop is open to all skill levels, and the cost is just $5. Reserve your spot at bit.ly/wvma-art. Don't miss this chance to learn and practice the art of calligraphy!

United for Gaza

Human Development Fund, in partnership with WVMA, is hosting an unforgettable event on Sunday, September 29th, at the Royal Palace Banquet Hall in Fremont. Join us for an inspiring evening with world-renowned Dr. Omar Suleiman, alongside Shaykh Zakaria El Mekkaoui, Imam Fuad Mohamed, Shaykh Alauddin ElBakri, and Dr. Altaf Husain. Seating is limited, and tickets are selling fastwe expect to sell out soon. Dont miss your chance! Register now and secure your tickets at http://aid.hdfund.org/fremont.

Tilawati Tajweed Youth Class

Introducing Tilawati, a new Tajweed class for 4th-8th graders, designed to help young students master their Quranic recitation. Led by Sr. Salma Basiouny, who holds an Ijazah in Hafs, students will learn Tajweed rules and improve their fluency in reciting the Quran. Classes will be held every Monday at LGIC, starting September 30th. Dont miss this opportunity to strengthen your kids connection with the Quran! For details and registration, click bit.ly/wvma-tilawati.

Women's Fitness Class

Exciting news! Our women's fitness classes are back, offering 8 weeks of workouts designed to challenge and strengthen you. Get ready for a dynamic mix of HIIT training and active stretching that will push you to new limits! Whether you join for one session or the entire series, this is your chance to build strength and resilience in a supportive environment. Lets get strong together! 

The Final Rites Sisters Workshop

HamduliAllah this past Wednesday we held the first session of this workshop which was the practical on safely washing and shrouding loved ones. On October 2 we will hold the second session virtually with Sr. Fareeda, covering the Islamic etiquettes of visiting the ill, manners to support departing souls, Salat al-Janazah, and how to offer condolences. This session is open to adult females. Join at bit.ly/wvma-zoom. 

Silver Linings with Ust. Yasmin Mogahed

Register before Monday September 23rd for early bird prices! Why do "bad" things happen to "good" people? Why aren't my duas being answered? How can I find peace and healing? Join Ustadha Yasmin Mogahed for an IlmNight on Saturday, October 5th, at LGIC to learn how to navigate lifes challenges with the tools Allah has given us and insights from psychology. Register now at www.almaghrib.org/silver-wvma. We also have babysitting that you can register for at bit.ly/oct5-childcare. 

Ongoing Programs

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Du'as Corner

  • Du'a for the mother of our sister, Suhair Al-Momani (Ababneh), who passed away yesterday in Jordan. She was also the mother-in-law of our brother, Imad Ababneh. Condolences (Azza) for sisters will be this Friday, September 20, after Maghrib (7:15 PM) at the MCA womens prayer hall.  May Allah grant her Jannat al-Firdous and grant patience to her family during this difficult time. 
  • A young mother from the community has been hospitalized for non-invasive treatment. Duas requested for her quick recovery and immediate shifa.  

May Allah grant complete shifa and afiya to those who are sick, and may He bless all of those who have passed away with eternal happiness and success. 

Photo of the Week

At WVMA, our youth continue to amaze us! The Sunnah Festival was a joyful celebration, and one of the highlights was the incredible youth play. It beautifully portrayed the Sunnah, teaching us how to embody the character and manners of the Prophet (SAW) with grace and adab. The community truly enjoyed this inspiring performance! A special thanks to Sr. Fouzia Babar and Sr. Naeima Dein for leading this effort. 

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