Who was James, known as the brother of Jesus (peace be upon him), and why is he central to identifying who the historical Jesus is?  Join Dr. Ali Ataie for a Saturday evening chat that explores James’s life, leadership, and legacy, and reflect on his character, faith, and influence. Sidi Ahmed Khan (a graduate from Zaytuna College) interviews Ustadh Dr. Ali Ataie (Deen Faculty of Zaytuna College). Saturday, January 10, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Maghrib to Isha) | MCC Conference Room | Join in-person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live Program schedule: - 5 p.m. - Food truck […]

On ⁠Friday, January 16, 2026, join Shaykh Faraz Khan for a faith-affirming evening to learn lessons from the Prophet’s blessed heavenly ascension: Al-Isra wal-Mi’raj. The Bay Area Muslim community annually commemorates a momentous occasion in the Prophet Muhammad’s ﷺ life: the miraculous Night Journey to Jerusalem and Ascension to Heaven (al-Isra wal-Mi’raj). Many Muslims choose to fast on […]