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Jumma Mubaraka!

Oh Allah grant us the blessings of Rajab and Shaban.  Make us of those who enter Ramadan with hearts that are ready to reap from its harvest.  Cleanse us from our sins and allow us to be from those who have attained Your full pardon and mercy.  Grant freedom to our brothers and sisters in Palestine and around the world.  Grant victory to the ummah of Mohammed (s).  Make this year be the year of justice, triumph, and ultimate success.

Prayer Timings

Community Updates

We Value Your Feedback

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Speak on Behalf of WVMA

We are putting together a diverse roster of possible community members that can speak about their experience with WVMA at an important upcoming meeting with the Los Gatos Town Planning Commission. Please fill out this form if you would be able to give a 2-minute speech in support of our community. If you are chosen to speak, the WVMA CUP Committee will help and coach you.

Ramadan Volunteer Call-Out! 

We're excited to begin preparing for the blessed month of Ramadan, which is only 71 days away, and we need your help to make it the best one yet! There are many opportunities for you to get involved and make a difference in our community.

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Community Iftars
  • Daily Iftars
  • Taraweeh at LGIC
  • Taraweeh at Prospect
  • Childcare

If youre interested in volunteering, please email [email protected] and let us know which area you're interested in helping in!

Upcoming Events & Programs

WVMA on Ice

Get ready for a day of frosty fun as we hit the ice together! Open to the community, this is your invitation to join the coolest event of the season. Admission is $25 for admission and skates. Buy your tickets now at bit.ly/wvma-iceskating. With the rink all to ourselves, its going to be a blast! See you on the ice!

Women's Fitness is Back!

Our fitness classes are starting next week! Join us at LGIC for our women's fitness classes with personal trainer Shazia Jafri. Our high-energy HIIT sessions will target arms, legs, and core, with guided support every step of the way. Plus, enjoy joint mobility classes focused on active stretching and floor-based movements to improve flexibility and reduce tension. If you sign up for two classes you will get 50% off your second class! Sign up now and kick off the year with strength, flexibility, and positivity!

Toastmasters Demo Meeting

WVMA is considering chartering a new Toastmasters Club for the WVMA community. This initiative offers a great opportunity to enhance public speaking and leadership skills. Join us this Tuesday, January 7th for a demo meeting at the Saratoga Musalla to learn more about what Toastmasters can offer. The meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format, allowing for both in-person attendance and online participation via Zoom. Register at bit.ly/wvma-toastmasters.

My Jumma Crew:  Youth Halaqa

Geared towards the youth in our community, we invite you to come gather at Prospect Center every Friday for an inspiring halaqa with Br. Zaid Syed, followed by Asr prayer. Don't miss this chance to connect, reflect, and grow! Program starts next Friday, January 10th. Register at bit.ly/wvma-jummacrew.

Cars for a Cause

Cars For a Cause is back and bigger than ever! Join WVMA at Kenz Coffee @ Bamrec to check out some cool cars, enjoy delicious baked goods, and drink freshly roasted coffee. We are requesting a donation of $20 per car for entry. Lets try and beat our last total of $3500! All proceeds will be donated to FAJR Scientific. We cant wait to see you all!

Elders of the Ummah: Chai & Chat

Join us for Chai and Chat with Elders of the Ummah. Come enjoy an afternoon with fellow community members in their golden years.  We're looking forward to a gathering of great food, beautiful hearts, and wonderful conversations. RSVP at bit/ly/wvma-elders.

Girls Halaqa

On Sunday, January 12th we are launching a special halaqa designed just for middle school girls as we dive into the beauty and blessings of Ramadan! This weekly gathering will explore topics that inspire and prepare us for this sacred month and will help us deepen our understanding of Ramadan and make the most of this special time. Register at bit.ly/wvma-girlshalaqa.

The World Within

Halaqa for high school girls resumes this Monday! These sessions with Sr. Farah Al-Daher offer a meaningful space for teenage girls to self-reflect, strengthen their connection to faith, and grow together in a supportive environment. Don't miss the last two sessions. Register today! 

Book Reading & Signing

Step into the exciting world of "The Time Traveling Adventures of Roxy and Yacoob" with a special book reading and signing by the author Rabea Chaudhry on Friday, January 17th at Saratoga Musalla. Don't miss this chance to hear the story come to life, meet the author and get your personal copy signed! A perfect event for young readers, families, and anyone who loves a thrilling adventure.

MGN Game Changers

Ready to create real change? CAIR's Muslim Gamechangers Network (MGN) is coming to LGIC for their winter session! This impactful social justice training program is designed to empower high school students with the tools to lead and make a difference in their communities. Program will run on Sundays from January 19th to February 9th. Dont miss this opportunity to grow and inspire. Sign up today at bit.ly/mgnsfba.

Quranic Arabic Course

We are pleased to announce a 12-week online interactive Quranic Arabic course for adults. Strengthen your vocabulary and acquire intermediate grammar under the guidance of Dr. Elijah Reynolds, an instructor with over 20 years of experience in teaching Arabic and expertise in language pedagogy. Register now and begin your journey of remarkable linguistic exploration!

Marriage Rejuvenation Retreat

WVMA in collaboration with NISA is happy to announce that we are bringing back this Muslim Marriage Retreat to the South Bay Area on April 26th and 27th! In this one-of-a-kind Marriage Retreat, couples will get the depth of experience that Shaykh Suhail Mulla and Ustadha Lobna Mulla have shared with multiple communities over the past two decades. Register here by April 13th and take advantage of our early bird price!

Ongoing Programs

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Du'as Corner

Please continue to keep our Br. Monzer Aldmassi and Br. Chakib Khemici in your du'a as they recover from surgery.  May Allah grant them complete and quick shifa!
 

Call upon Me; I will respond to you (Quran 40:60)
Submit a request to [email protected]

Community Happenings

Call to Action: Free Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya

This week, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya was abducted from the Kamal Adwan Hospital, the last hospital operating in northern Gaza. Dr. Abu Safiya has reportedly been whipped and is at high risk of further torture. Here are two important actions we can take to support his release:

1. Email major media outlets and ask them to report on Dr. Abu Saifya's abduction.

2. Email Congress and ask them to pressure Israel for Dr. Abu Safiya's release.

Building Consensus and Unity

Join us for the 2025 ALIM Winter Program Building Consensus and Unity in an Age of Polarity with Dr. Sherman Jackson and Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans. The weekend program will be held at MCC East Bay, California, this President's Day weekend: Friday - Sunday, February 14 16, 2025**.** Reserve your ticket today spots are limited and filling quickly!

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