September 19, 2014 C.E. (23 Dhul Qa’idah 1435 A. H.)
With G-D’s Name, the Merciful Benefactor, The Merciful Redeemer
As Salaam ‘Alaikum
Welcome to: The Nation’s Mosque, Masjid Muhammad
Friday, Jumah – September 19, 2014
Time: 1:30pm
Guest Khatib: Imam Mutee Mulazim
Topic: “Staying Muslim or Afloat Against the Rising Tide of Shirk”
WEEKEND EVENTS: September 19th – 21st, 2014
Friday 19
10 – 12:00pm KIBAR – Contact Sr. Tahirah, (202) 483-8832
1:30 – 3:30pm Jumah Lunch – Halal chicken wings; baked tilapia; potato salad; green beans; chips, juice, water and tea
Saturday 20
10 – 6:00pm Health Fair at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church
(details inside)
1:30 – 3:30pm Health Literacy & Computer Literacy Workshop
(details inside)
Sunday 21
9:00am Ash-Shahadah 101 Course/Islamic Studies
10:00am Study Al-Islam Class – The 5 Pillars (details inside)
**Conference Call**
11:00am Quranic Reading Class & Prayer Class
12 – 5:00pm 9/11 Unity Walk at Embassy Row (details inside)
1:30pm Public Address: “Human Creation in the Parable of a Plant”
Presented by Hamzah Hameed
ANNOUNCEMENTS/AND NOTICES:
All announcements for the weekly bulletin must be submitted via email for approval to: info@thenationsmosque.org by close of business – MONDAY
Condolences – We extend our condolences to Imam Kamara and Sister Jamila Muhammad on the loss of their daughter Cheryl Mitchell earlier this week. May The Most High shower their family with His mercy during this difficult time.
For Sale – Please join Masjid Muhammad community members at the CAIR 20th Anniversary Banquet taking place at Crystal Gateway Marriott, Crystal City, VA on September 27th from 5:30 – 10:30PM. To reserve a seat at our table please see the Business Office. Tickets are $65/person.
For Sale – Muslim Family Day at Six Flags America tickets are on sale in the Business Office for the advance ticket reduced price of $30/ticket. This event will be held this Saturday, September 20th 11AM – 7PM. Kids 2 and under are free.
Help Wanted– It’s about that time again to begin planning our annual Eidul-Adha festivities. We are seeking a dynamic and committed team to see this year’s event to fruition. If you are interested in assisting in this endeavor please contact Br. Hamid Saahir at hamidsaahir@gmail.com
MINARET PLEDGE BUILDING FUND – “Thank You” to those who have paid their pledges! Please honor your pledge and pay @www.nationsmasjid.com or pay in the office.
Keep the Legacy of Imam W.D. Mohammad Alive
Watch www.DCTV.org, Contact: Ahmad Ansari 202-320-8115 cahmadansari@aol.com(see Community Bulletin Board for full schedule).
KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS:
- Awni Rum
- Norman Jackson
- Jeyone Muhammad, resting at home
- Muhammad Ali, resting at home
- Imam Kashif, resting at home
- Sister Habibah Abdul Haqq is in Providence Hospital
- Sister Laura Wadad is in Providence Hospital.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
- Driver for Senior Van – Contact: Sr. Tahirah 202-483-8832
- Hosts/Hostesses, Contact: Khoran Davis, khoranmustapha@hotmail.com
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY:
The Nations Mosque owns a food truck and is looking for proposals to get it operative or an interested buyer!!! Please submit response to info@thenationsmosque.org and place in the subject matter “business opportunity”.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Community Iftars – (immediately following Maghrib on Thursday).
For information contact: Jihad Abdus Salaam, 202-329-9796
Study Al-Islam Class – The 5 Pillars
Sundays, September – March at 10AM
**Conference Dial-In Number: (712) 775-7035 Participant Access Code: 697478#
This lecture series will be held every Sunday September – March (See posted schedule for details).
Health Fair at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church (3rd and Q Streets NW)
Saturday, September 20, 2014, 10 – 6:00 PM
FREE SCREENINGS. If you do not have health insurance or a private
doctor, you should come get assessed.
Health Literacy & Computer Literacy Workshop
Saturday, September 20, 2014, 1:30 – 3:30PM
This workshop is a continuation of the Health committee’s facilitation of the” Family Living Healthy Lifestyles” workshop. This first class is an introduction to basic computer usage and will address those who are new to computers. There is no cost. The next session will focus on Health Literacy. Date and time to be determined. The fee will be $10.00.
We are encouraging our Seniors to attend. Ali Muhammad, instructor has access to and will bring 15 laptops and he has access to additional 10 ipads. Sign up at the Business Office.
Contact Saisa Neel for additional information saisa@comcast.net
9/11 Unity Walk at Embassy Row, Washington DC
Sunday, September 21, 2014, 12 – 5:00PM
Christians, Muslims, Jews, Sikhs, Hindus, Buddhists, other faiths, and those of no faith, come learn about each other, enjoy great food, and create friendships. Walkers listen to moving speeches, engage in thought provoking dialogue, and come together for service projects.
All are welcomed and encouraged to participate in this International Day of Peace!
For more information contact Bahijah Abdus-Salaam (202) 232-7849 or Mujahid Beyah (202) 412-2814
SHARE Food Distribution
Saturday, September 27, 2014, 7 – 8:00AM
Dr. Abdul Alim Abdullah Shabazz Memorial Celebration at Dunbar High School
Saturday, October 18, 2014, 2 – 5:00PM
Join us as we celebrate the life of Dr. Shabazz, former Minister of Masjid Muhammad, esteemed educator and renowned Mathematician who passed away in July.
For more information contact Ibrahim Mumin icmumin@aol.com or 202-387-5169
Celebrate Marriage…. Fulfilling Half Your Deen
Saturday, November 8, 2014, 7 – 10:00PM
The Bishop John Thomas Walker National Learning Center Banquet Hall
701 Oglethorpe St NW, Washington DC
This event is not your usual “Banquet”. We will share a meal, testimonials of successful marriage practices, enjoy interactive games & door prizes, and take a memorable photo with your spouse.
$35/person – (Proceeds to go to The Minaret Fund)
“Have they not observed things that Allah has created, (how) their shadows incline to the right and to the left, making prostration unto Allah, and they are lowly?
And to Allah prostate all that is in the heavens and all that is in the earth, of the live moving creatures and the angels, and they are not proud. They fear their Lord above them, and they do what they are commanded. And Allah said (O mankind!): “Take not two gods in worship. Verily, He (Allah) is (the) only One God. Then, fear Me much. To Him belongs all that is in the heavens and (all that is in) the earth and Ad-Din Wasiba is His [(i.e. perpetual sincere obedience to Allah is obligatory). None has the right to be worshipped but Allah)]. Will you then fear any other than Allah?” (48:52)
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With G-d’s Name, The Merciful Benefactor, The Merciful Redeemer
Deepest Sympathy Extended to Imam Shareef, Sister Tahirah and Family
With deep, profound sorrow we announce the sudden passing of Ari Nasir Givens, (1yr, 7mos) beloved and youngest grandson of Imam Talib and Sister Tahirah Shareef, and parents, Sister Zakiya (daughter) and Brother Fontel Givens. May the Creator, the Merciful Benefactor, Grant Baby Ari a beautiful new home in Paradise and Grant Comfort and Peace to family and friends during this extremely difficult time of transition.
Our prayers of support, love and faith from the global community of Believers are extended as well. We will fondly remember Ari and his beautiful smile that lifted our hearts and eased our souls.
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“Dear friends at Masjid Muhammad,
What a blessed visit the forty of us had among our brothers and sisters on “the straight path.” The warmth, generosity, wisdom, and hospitality that we experienced were a testimony of your deep faith in God and your expansive love for all humanity. Thank you for your hard work to feed us in body, mind, and spirit. The honest and cogent answers to many of our questions aided us in knowing our neighbor’s faith in some depth.
I missed my brother Talib but clearly he has built up a host of strong, wide, and caring leaders!
Your brother
Sathi
Sathianathan Clarke
Bishop Sundo Kim Chair for World Christianity, Professor of Theology, Culture & Mission
Wesley Theological Seminary “
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