BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//MCC East Bay - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:MCC East Bay X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mcceastbay.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for MCC East Bay REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240129T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240129T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20231016T075734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T075734Z UID:10020395-1706526000-1706531400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Women’s Seerah Bookclub (in-person) | Ustadha Leila Fakira DESCRIPTION:Join our weekly sisters’ in-person & virtual Seerah book club\, where we have an active discussion\, take away lessons for our daily lives\, and inshaAllah fall in love with the Prophet ﷺ. We are currently reading from “The Prophetic Narrative” by Samira al-Zayid and will begin reading Volume 2. \n\n\n\nEvery Monday in-person & virtual | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Women only | RSVP for the live registration link at https://mcceastbay.org/bookclub. RSVP is needed to join us virtually. \n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\nThe in-person & virtual discussion takes place every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’24. \n\n\n\nPlease register online to receive the link to the Whatsapp thread where all communication and updates will be made. In this bookclub\, we will be starting volume 2 of “The Prophetic Narrative” by Samira al-Zayid. \n\n\n\nBook Purchase: \n\n\n\nIf you wish to follow along with the book\, please purchase the book. The book can be purchased here: \n\n\n\n– https://daybreak.rabata.org/products/soft-cover-a-compendium-of-the-sources-on-the-prophetic-narrative \n\n\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nAbout the Book \n\n\n\nInternationally acclaimed as “the most authoritative resource” on the Sīra\, this two-volume translation textbook is revolutionary in bringing Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s life to life for everyone who ventures upon it. \n\n\n\nThis multiple award-winning\, comprehensive compilation of narrations and details of the life of Prophet Muhammad (S) has never before been available in English until now! Internationally acclaimed as “the most authoritative resource” on the Sīra\, this two-volume translation textbook is revolutionary in bringing his (S) life to life for everyone who ventures upon it. The original volumes have won the approval and praise of numerous scholars. It is finally available as a treasured text for personal or educational development. \n\n\n\nAuthor: Samira al-Zayid \n\n\n\nTranslators: Susan Imady\, Tamara Gray\, & Randa Mardini \n\n\n\nBinding: Softcover \n\n\n\nPages: Vol 1\, 570; Vol 2\, 558 \n\n\n\nPublisher: Daybreak Press \n\n\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/seerah-on-mondays/2024-01-29/ CATEGORIES:Women's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Monday-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240129T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240129T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20240126T080031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T192150Z UID:10020577-1706553000-1706558400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Performing Umrah: A Step-by-Step Workshop | Ustadh Ibrahim Qureshi DESCRIPTION:Join Ustadh Ibrahim Qureshi for a step-by-step workshop covering preparation for the Umrah journey\, fiqh\, rights & responsibilities\, visiting the Prophet ﷺ\, and more spiritual aspects. We will set our intention to have sincerity\, manner (adab)\, patience\, and gratitude. This open session is most beneficial for people planning to perform Umrah soon. \n\n\n\n6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Monday\, January 29 | MCC Conference Room | Join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\nCosponsored by the Foundation for Islamic Scholarship and Teaching (FIST). Hosted by MCC East Bay. \n\n\n\nFIST\, with the support of the community\, is sponsoring 23 individuals to participate in Umrah ’24 on February 11\, 2024. Founded in 2016\, the Foundation for Islamic Scholarship and Teaching (FIST) is a private\, non-profit corporation created to provide financial support and assistance to scholars and students of classical Islam. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n– To sponsor Umrah trips\, send donations via Zelle to donate@islamicscholarship.org\n\n\n\n– To feed the poor in Madinah\, send donations via Zelle to miskinmedina@gmail.com\n\n\n\n– To nominate a community hero in the San Francisco Bay Area: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/community-hero\n\n\n\n– More Ustadh Ibrahim: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/ibrahim\n\n\n\n– More Hajj & Umrah talks: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/hajj\n\n\n\n\nUmrah for the Unrecognized\n\n\n\nIn our Heroes for Umrah/Hajj program\, we take the unsung heroes and unrecognized\, long-standing volunteers of our local communities who lack financial means to the blessed cities of Mecca and Medina\, accompanied by notable scholars who teach them before and during their travels. Upon return\, these heroes present educational reflections for the wider community. \n  \n\n\n\n“Those who spend their wealth in the Cause of Allah and do not follow up their gifts with reminders of their generosity or with injury\, their reward is with their Lord. On them shall be no fear\, nor shall they grieve” – Surah al-Baqara\, 2:262 \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nPervez Qureshi serves as the chairman of the board of trustees for Zaytuna College. He has served as CEO of multiple companies\, with decades of experience in the information technology and service industries. He continues to advise technology companies\, serves on numerous corporate boards\, and is a co-founder and a Board of Trustee member of the Muslim Community Center of East Bay (MCC East Bay)\, one of the largest Muslim centers in the San Francisco Bay Area. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/performing-umrah/ CATEGORIES:Classes & Activities,Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Performing-Umrah.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T131500 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20231025T232045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T232045Z UID:10020429-1706617800-1706620500@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Principles of Religion | Ustadha Nihad Hemmoudeh DESCRIPTION:Ustadha Nihad Hemmoudeh facilitates a 45-minute live Zoom session for sisters on the principles of religion\, such as acts of worshipping Allah (swt)\, the good character of a Muslim\, and more. These talks will be recorded and available on MCC’s YouTube\, Facebook\, and Instagram publicly. \n\n\n\nUstadha Nihad will be using the book\, “The Forty in the Fundamentals of Religion” by Al-Ghazali.12:30 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. PST | Tuesdays | 12 consecutive weeks from Oct. 31 to Jan. 16\, 2024 | No pre-registration needed | Join live each week at 12:30 p.m. on Zoom at mcceastbay.org/principles \n\n\n\nWatch the prior sessions in this series: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/principle-seriesMore Ustadha Nihad: \n\n\n\n\n– Ustadha Nihad’s “Principles of Religion” series: https://mcceastbay.org/principle-series\n\n\n\n– Ustadha Nihad’s “Women Around the Messenger” series: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/women-series\n\n\n\n– Ustadha Nihad’s “Forty Hadith Qudsi” series: https://mcceastbay.org/qudsi\n\n\n\n– Ustadha’s Nihad’s “Pearls of Islam: The Wives of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)” series: https://mcceastbay.org/pearls-series\n\n\n\n– Ustadha Nihad’s Surah al-Kahf series: https://mcceastbay.org/kahf\n\n\n\n– Ustadha Nihad’s Juz Amma series: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-tafseer\n\n\n\n– Hafidha Nihad’s Sahaba (Companions) Series Sessions: https://mcceastbay.org/companions-series\n\n\n\n– Ust. Nohad’s Al-Nawawi Hadith Series: https://mcceastbay.org/nawawi\n\n\n\n– More Ustadha Nihad: https://mcceastbay.org/nihad\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/religion-series/2024-01-30/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Forty-Hadith-Qudsi-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20230420T025741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T181509Z UID:10019785-1706639400-1706644800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Women’s Seerah Bookclub (virtual) | Ustadha Leila Fakira DESCRIPTION:Join our weekly sisters’ virtual-only Seerah book club\, where we have an active discussion\, take away lessons for our daily lives\, and inshaAllah fall in love with the Prophet ﷺ. We are currently reading from\, “The Prophetic Narrative” by Samira al-Zayid. \n\n\n\nRSVP for the live registration link below at https://mcceastbay.org/bookclub. RSVP is needed to join us virtually. \n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\nThe discussion takes place every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’24. \n\n\n\nPlease register online to receive the link to the Whatsapp thread where all communication and updates will be made. \n\n\n\nBook Purchase: \n\n\n\nIf you wish to follow along with the book\, please purchase the book. The book can be purchased here: \n\n\n\n\n– https://daybreak.rabata.org/products/soft-cover-a-compendium-of-the-sources-on-the-prophetic-narrative\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nAbout the Book \n\n\n\nInternationally acclaimed as “the most authoritative resource” on the Sīra\, this two-volume translation textbook is revolutionary in bringing Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s life to life for everyone who ventures upon it. \n\n\n\nThis multiple award-winning\, comprehensive compilation of narrations and details of the life of Prophet Muhammad (S) has never before been available in English until now! Internationally acclaimed as “the most authoritative resource” on the Sīra\, this two-volume translation textbook is revolutionary in bringing his (S) life to life for everyone who ventures upon it. The original volumes have won the approval and praise of numerous scholars. It is finally available as a treasured text for personal or educational development. \n\n\n\nAuthor: Samira al-ZayidTranslators: Susan Imady\, Tamara Gray\, & Randa MardiniBinding: SoftcoverPages: Vol 1\, 570; Vol 2\, 558Publisher: Daybreak Press \n\n\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/weekly-womens-seerah-bookclub-6/2024-01-30/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Updated.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20240105T084759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T084759Z UID:10020530-1706727600-1706734800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:The Soul's Journey (virtual) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi DESCRIPTION:Join Sidi Shahryar Abbasi every Wednesday until Ramadan ’24 at 7 p.m. virtually to dive into the text\, The Lives of Man\, by Imam Abdallah Ibn Alawi Al-Haddad where we understand life’s purpose\, through the five stages of our journey to Allah (swt). \n\n\n\nHosted at Lighthouse Mosque. Streamed only on MCC media channels. Watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n\n\n\n – More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar – Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk – Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark – Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires – Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n\n\n\nShahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and was the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker\, mentor\, and coach. Send him questions at: ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. Learn more about him at The Success Company: https://www.successcompany.co/about-us \n\n\n\nJoin Sidi Shahryar Abbasi every Wednesday until Ramadan ’24 at 7 p.m. virtually to dive into the text\, The Lives of Man\, by Imam Abdallah Ibn Alawi Al-Haddad where we understand life’s purpose\, through the five stages of our journey to Allah (swt). \n\n\n\nHosted at Lighthouse Mosque. Streamed only on MCC media channels. Watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/Lh-6tl3SXDc URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/the-souls-journey/2024-01-31/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/IMG_6730.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T145000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20240202T014234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T014234Z UID:10020585-1706877000-1706885400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Dublin Library DESCRIPTION:For MCC’s Jumu’ah services on Friday\, February 2\, 2024: \n\n\n\n\n12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.\n\n– Sidi Qur’an Hodge delivers this sermon at MCC.\n\n\n\n\n\n1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.\n\n– Ustadh Feraidoon Mojadedi delivers this sermon at MCC.\n\n\n\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\n– Sidi Qur’an Hodge at the Dublin Library this Friday.\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. \n\n– Br. Mohammed Abdul Baseer delivers the sermon at MCC.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease attend at 12:30 or 2:30 p.m. to avoid heavier second-service congestion whenever possible. Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the first and fourth Jumu’ah to ease up parking congestion or attend the parallel satellite prayer at 1:40 p.m. at Dublin Library: https://mcceastbay.org/satellite-jumuah-library-update \n\n\n\n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n\n\n\n– More Sidi Qur’an: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-hodge\n\n\n\n– More. Ustadh Feraidoon: https://mcceastbay.org/feraidoon\n\n\n\n– More Br. Mohammed: https://mcceastbay.org/mohammed\n\n\n\n\nFor parents attending with young children indoors at the main MCC facility\, we offer private mothers’ and fathers’ rooms with an audio and visual connection to the Prayer Hall. Parents can watch the sermon and pray while working with other parents with young children. The mothers/fathers prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/mcc-dublin-jummah-services/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Friday-Jumuah-Khateebs-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20240124T033701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T033701Z UID:10020568-1706877000-1706886000@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Voting Drive @ Three MCC Jumu'ahs DESCRIPTION:CAIR San Francisco Bay Area will be at MCC for three consecutive Fridays during Jumu’ahs to register voters before the primary elections on March 5th and equip voters to vote in the upcoming election. \n\n\n\nCAIR staff and volunteers will be at the three MCC Jumu’ahs on these Fridays: February 2\, February 9\, and February 16. \n\n\n\n\n– CAIR workshops at MCC: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/cair\n\n\n\n\nFrom CAIR: \n\n\n\nWe are excited to announce the launch of our Vote for Justice voter mobilization campaign in preparation for California’s March 5 primary election and the November general election. Together\, we will aim to engage the over one million American Muslims residing in our state to raise awareness of and participate in the civic process. \n\n\n\nWhile civic engagement is always important\, it is more crucial today than ever. \n\n\n\nWatching a genocide unfold live before our eyes in Palestine and a variety of crises and opportunities in our neighborhoods makes this election season critical. Our votes can send a powerful message of support\, concern\, or opposition to our communities and country’s direction. \n\n\n\nVote for Justice is not just a slogan; it’s a call to action\, urging each community member to engage in the most fundamental democratic process: voting. Your vote is your voice\, a declaration of your presence\, and a testament to the issues that matter to you and the community. \n\n\n\nWhat Does “Vote for Justice” Mean? \n\n\n\nVote for Justice means demanding justice in all aspects of governance\, community welfare\, and human rights—and voting to uphold these principles. This encompasses areas that are deeply important to our community\, including: \n\n\n\nSocial Justice at Home and Abroad \n\n\n\n\nForeign policies that support human rights and aid initiatives align international engagement with the principles of social justice.\n\n\n\nPolicies that address systemic inequalities in housing\, employment\, and criminal justice to ensure equal opportunities and treatment for all citizens.\n\n\n\nCultural understanding and the celebration of diversity promote a society that respects and values the contributions of all its members.\n\n\n\n\nEconomic Justice \n\n\n\n\nPolicies that stimulate job growth support small businesses and foster innovation to build a robust and sustainable economy.\n\n\n\nFair taxation and equitable distribution of resources ensure that all individuals have access to the economic opportunities necessary for a secure and prosperous life.\n\n\n\n\nEducation Justice \n\n\n\n\nUniversal access to quality education ensures that every child\, regardless of their background\, has the opportunity to succeed.\n\n\n\nAdequate funding of all schools to address disparities in educational resources and facilities.\n\n\n\n\nHealthcare Justice \n\n\n\n\nRecognition of healthcare as a fundamental human right and policies that ensure all individuals have access to necessary medical services.\n\n\n\nMental health services’ importance and integration into the healthcare system ensures that psychological well-being is treated with the same urgency as physical health.\n\n\n\n\nMinority and Immigrant Justice \n\n\n\n\nStringent anti-discrimination laws and strict enforcement protect all individuals from bias and prejudice.\n\n\n\nDevelopment of policies that acknowledge and address the specific needs of minority and immigrant communities\, fostering an environment of inclusivity and respect.\n\n\n\nFair and humane immigration policies provide clear pathways to citizenship\, respecting the dignity and rights of individuals seeking a new life in a new country.\n\n\n\n\nWhy Your Vote Matters \n\n\n\nYour vote holds the power to influence legislation and shape the positions of elected officials who are guided by their most vocal constituents. So\, your vote is a potent tool that can help address the issues that are important to our Muslim community. By voting\, you contribute to the voices demanding change and progress at the local\, state\, and national levels. \n\n\n\nMobilizing for Change \n\n\n\nMobilizing Muslim Voters is more than a tagline. It’s a commitment to empowerment and representation. It’s an acknowledgment that our voices can bring about meaningful change when we stand together. Let’s ensure that the concerns and needs of the Muslim community are heard and addressed. \n\n\n\nHow You Can Get Involved \n\n\n\n\nRegister to Vote: Check your registration status and register to vote at voteforjustice24.com\, our new voter mobilization website.\n\n\n\nEducate Yourself: Understand the issues at stake and the candidates’ positions. An informed vote is a powerful one.\n\n\n\nSpread the Word: Encourage family\, friends\, and community members to register and vote. Every additional voice amplifies our call for justice.\n\n\n\nParticipate in Community Initiatives: Volunteer to spend a few hours a week helping to register voters and participate in town halls and forums. Your active participation is key to driving change.\n\n\n\nBring Vote for Justice to Your Community: Are you in leadership in an MSA\, involved in a masjid\, or do you frequent a popular halal restaurant or store? Email us to coordinate an event or to distribute materials.\n\n\n\n\nYour vote is not just a right; it’s a pillar of our democracy and a direct line to shaping a future that mirrors our Muslim values. As we gear up for the March 5 primary\, let’s make our presence felt\, and our voices resonate with the power of justice. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/cair-sfba-tables-mcc-jumuahs-2/2024-02-02/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Muslim-voting-drive-mobilizing-muslim-voters-at-Jumuah-cair.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20230929T071326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T071326Z UID:10020348-1706900400-1706907600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Dr. Rania Awaad’s Weekly Friday Evening Halaqa DESCRIPTION:Ustadha Dr. Rania Awaad holds a weekly Friday evening women’s gathering about navigating contemporary issues. This program runs in parallel to the Friday night girl’s halaqa. \n\n\n\n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Every Friday from October 6\, 2023\, to May 24\, 2024 |  MCC Conference Room | Free; no registration or RSVP required to attend in person | To join virtually\, register at https://mcceastbay.org/zoom \n\n\n\n\n– More Dr. Rania: https://mcceastbay.org/rania\n\n\n\n– Watch past Dr. Rania’s Friday Evening Halaqa recordings: https://mcceastbay.org/womens-halaqa\n\n\n\n– Join Dr. Rania’s WhatsUp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HlHmFFnGbwvCvLl6uGD1C4\n\n\n\n\nThe fall session runs from Friday\, Oct. 6th to Friday\, Dec. 15th\, with Thanksgiving Break on Friday\, November 24. \n\n\n\nAfter winter break\, we continue in the winter from Friday\, Jan. 26 to Friday\, March 8\, with then a break for Ramadan (March 15\, 22\, 29\, April 5 & April 12)\, and we restart from April 19 to May 24. \n\n\n\nFree babysitting is provided in Room 23. Facility map: https://mcceastbay.org/facility-map \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nThis halaqa is hosted parallel to our girls’ program in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation. \n\n\n\nUstadha Rania AwaadRaised in the U.S.\, Ustadha Rania Awaad began her formal study of the traditional Islamic sciences when her parents permitted her to travel to Damascus\, Syria\, at 14. Her desire to continue studying the Deen resulted in multiple trips back to Damascus\, interspersed between her high school\, college\, and medical studies. She was honored to receive Ijazah (authorization to teach) several branches of the Shari’ah sciences at the hands of many renowned scholars\, including many female scholars. She has received Ijazah to teach Tajwid in the Hafs and Warsh recitations from the late eminent Syrian scholar Shaykh Abu Hassan al-Kurdi. In addition to completing several advanced texts of the Shafi’i madhhab\, she is licensed to teach texts of Maliki fiqh\, Adab\, and Ihsan. Currently\, Ustadha Rania teaches online and local classes for The Rahmah Foundation\, Rabata\, and is on the faculty of Zaytuna College\, where she teaches courses in Shafi’i fiqh\, women’s issues in fiqh and has helped develop and co-direct the Tajweed and Hifz program. \n\n\n\nUstadha Rania is also a medical doctor with a specialty in Psychiatry. She completed her Psychiatric residency and fellowship training at Stanford University\, where she is currently on the faculty as a Clinical Instructor in the Stanford Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences department. Her medical interests include addressing mental health care concerns in the Muslim community- particularly that of Muslim women and girls. She has been awarded grants from the NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) to research this topic and has presented her findings at several medical conferences. Other ongoing endeavors include compiling manuscripts addressing female-related mental health and medical issues from a fiqh-oriented perspective. She currently serves as the Director of the Rahmah Foundation\, a non-profit organization that teaches Muslim women and girls traditional Islamic knowledge. In this capacity\, she also heads the Murbbiyah Mentoring Program\, which trains young women to teach and mentor Muslim girls and teens. Ustadha Rania is both a wife and a mother; she has been counseling and teaching women classes on Tajwid\, Shafi’i Fiqh\, Ihsan\, marriage\, and raising children since 1999. \n\n\n\nLearn more about Dr. Rania and her work at http://med.stanford.edu/psychiatry/research/MuslimMHLab.html \n\n\n\nEvery Friday evening\, the MCC bustles with activity. MCC hosts four halaqas to increase God-consciousness for youth\, women\, and men. \n\n\n\nFrom 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.\, join Dr. Rania Awaad‘s women’s gathering about navigating contemporary issues. This wide-ranging Muslimah halaqa is in the MCC Conference Room\, and the first hour is live-streamed here (watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/halaqa). This halaqa is organized in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/friday-womens-halaqa/2024-02-02/ CATEGORIES:Women's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Dr.-Rania-Awaads-Weekly-Friday-Evening-Halaqa.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20240120T073407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T073407Z UID:10020562-1706900400-1706907600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Friday Family Night: The Teacher and The Student | Sidi Quran Hodge DESCRIPTION:Using the story of Moses (AS) and Al-Khidr in the Qur’an\, let’s analyze ourselves within both characters to manage how we respond when certain situations and challenges arise.  \n\n\n\n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Friday\, Feb. 2 | MCC Prayer Hall | Free | Join us in person or watch online or on replay at mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\nThis program is open to all\, particularly our youth and young professionals.  \n\n\n\n\nMore talks for teenagers: https://mcceastbay.org/teens\n\n\n\nMore sermons & talks with Quran Hodge: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-hodge\n\n\n\n\nAbout the SpeakerQur’an Hodge is a Bay Area native. He began his Islamic education in 2019\, studying Arabic at the Al Maqasid Seminary in Pennsylvania. Sidi Quran continued to Dar Al Mustafa\, a Yemeni Islamic university in Tarim\, Hadhramaut. At this Islamic seminary founded by Habib Umar bin Hafiz\, Sidi Qur’an studied Ibtidaiyya\, Hadith\, Aqida\, Seerah\, Nahw\, Quran Hifzdh\, Kitaba\, and Tafseer in classical Arabic. \n\n\n\nSidi Quran Hodge has completed certificates in Taleef Collective’s Refing the Core and Zaytuna College’s Permaculture Program. He is passionate about creatively working on community issues\, particularly the challenges Muslim youth face. He lives with his wife and child in Castro Valley. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/the-teacher/ CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Teacher-The-Student-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20240107T052251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240630T220306Z UID:10020538-1706958000-1706972400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Hijab Day 2024 | Ustadha Maryam Amir DESCRIPTION:MCC marks the World Hijab Day global campaign with the 3rd Annual World Hijab Day Celebration! This year’s theme is “Veiled in Strength”. Join fellow sisters on Saturday\, Feb. 3rd\, to enjoy an afternoon celebrating the noble Hijab and invite a friend\, too! \n\n\n\nShop the bazaar of women-owned clothing vendors\, eat a delicious meal from the women-owned food vendors\, and participate in the spirit of Hijab and sisterhood. The program will include an interactive talk with Ustadha Maryam Amir and a modest fashion show (first time at MCC)!! \n\n\n\nSpots are limited! Click the blue ‘Buy Tickets’ button on your screen above to RSVP today! Or RSVP here! \n\n\n\nShare the experience and invite a friend\, colleague\, or neighbor. Muslims\, as well as non-Muslim sisters\, are all welcome. \n\n\n\n11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Saturday\, Feb. 3 | Limited spots | $10/ Women and girls ages 8+ | Register at https://mcceastbay.org/hijab \n\n\n\nPalestine Relief Booth donations: Donate a drink or a snack to be sold at the MCC WHD booth at the event. 100% of the proceeds will go towards relief efforts. Click HERE to sign up today! \n\n\n\n#WorldHijabDay #DressedNotOpressed #Hijabista #Hijabismycrown #HijabiStrong #MyhijabmyChoice \n\n\n\n“To my surprise\, the veil was strangely liberating\, an unapologetic form of self-expression.” – [ J. Galvez\, Catholic\, Philippines] \n\n\n\nEvent Overview \n\n\n\n\n11 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. –Shop! Eat! Connect! Donate! Vendor and lunch sales at women-owned stalls. Please support the Palestine relief fundraising booth. Visit the booth to support or to donate items to sell. Click the link above to donate a drink or snack to be sold. (All food must remain outside in the Picnic Area)\n\n\n\n12:40 p.m – A female-led\, women-only Zuhr congregational prayer (Main Prayer Hall)\n\n\n\n1:00 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. – Interactive talk with Ust. Maryam Amir & Q&A session (Main Prayer Hall)\n\n\n\n2:20 p.m. – MODEST FASHION SHOW!! (Main Prayer Hall) Some dresses from the fashion show will be available for purchase (organized by Asiyah’s Collection)\n\n\n\n\n\nVendors: Only women-owned vendors are considered for the Bazaar. Express interest at https://mcceastbay.org/vendor\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers: Limited opportunities for ages 14+ https://mcceastbay.org/hijab-volunteer \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nMCC is proud to support #WorldHijabDay in February to stand against bigotry\, discrimination\, and prejudice faced by Muslim girls and women worldwide in hijab. In its 11th year\, the World Hijab Day Organization has continued to dismantle bigotry\, prejudice\, and discrimination against Muslim women through awareness\, education\, and empowerment. Taking part in this event and every bit of support means more victories for our sisters who are unfairly targeted and harassed for their choice of wearing hijab globally. World Hijab Day is a global campaign to promote religious tolerance\, cultural understanding\, and international solidarity. \n\n\n\nThe goal of this second-annual event is to provide sisters – both Hijabi and non-Hijabi – with an opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nCelebrate the Hijab and promote pride in carrying on this noble tradition and campaign for a world where Muslimahs can proudly and freely practice their faith;\n\n\n\nCreate an environment where sisters feel empowered\, supported\, and inspired to wear hijab (particularly young girls finding sorority and support)\n\n\n\nHost a bazaar where attendees can purchase modest clothing that supports Muslimah-run Islamic businesses and lunch from female-run food vendors.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker: \n\n\n\nWHERE IT ALL BEGANNazma Khan immigrated to New York City from Bangladesh at a young age. Not knowing the culture or the language\, Nazma found herself the only one wearing the hijab (headscarf) in middle school\, where she was constantly bullied. This constant discrimination followed her throughout high school and college. After 9/11\, her situation got even worse. Now\, she was being chased down the street and labeled a ‘terrorist’ for being visibly a Muslim. She realized that many women in hijab in different parts of the world were encountering similar discrimination. She wanted to do something to address the stereotypes and improve circumstances. Therefore\, she invited women from all ethnic backgrounds to wear the hijab for a day to foster religious tolerance and cultural understanding. She called this global event ‘World Hijab Day.’ This event is commemorated in over 150 countries every February 1st. https://websitewww.worldhijabday.org \n\n\n\n– More Ustadha Maryam: https://mcceastbay.org/maryam \n\n\n\nUstadha Maryam Amirebrahimi received her master’s degree in Education from UCLA. She holds a second bachelor’s degree in Islamic Studies from Al-Azhar University. Maryam has studied in Egypt\, memorized the Quran\, and researched a variety of religious sciences\, ranging from Quranic exegesis\, Islamic jurisprudence\, Prophetic narrations and commentary\, women’s rights within Islamic law\, and more for the past 15 years. She’s featured in a video series on faith produced by goodcast.net called The Maryam Amir Show. She actively hosts women worldwide who have memorized the Quran to share their journeys through the #FOREMOTHERS campaign. Shaykhah is a SWISS and Hikmah Institutes instructor and has been a bonus lecturer with AlMaghrib\, DiscoverU\, and more. Major news outlets\, including BBC\, NPR\, and CBS\, have interviewed her for her work. Maryam’s focus on spiritual connections\, identity actualization\, social justice\, and women’s studies has allowed her to lecture throughout the United States and the world\, including Jerusalem\, Mecca\, Medina\, Stockholm\, London\, Toronto\, and more. She holds a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and speaks multiple languages. – More Shaykha Maryam: https://mcceastbay.org/maryam Maryam Amirebrahimi received her master’s in Social Justice Education from UCLA. Her research focused on the effects of mentorship rooted in Critical Race Theory for urban high school students of color. She holds a bachelor’s in Child and Adolescent Development from San Jose State University\, where she served as the President of the Muslim Student Association for two consecutive years. She is pursuing a second bachelor’s degree in Islamic Studies through Al Azhar University’s distance learning program. Maryam spent a year studying the Arabic language and Qur’an in Cairo\, Egypt\, and has memorized the Qur’an. She has been presented the Student of the Year award by former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and holds a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. Maryam frequently travels to speak and work with different communities to address various spiritual topics and social issues. She writes about social realities\, women’s studies\, and spiritual connections on the popular online blog http://suhaibwebb.com. Maryam is a dynamic and outspoken proponent of social justice and women’s rights. \n\n\n\n– More Sheikha Mariam: https://mcceastbay.org/maryam \n\n\n\nAbout Ustadha Maryam Amir\, Founder of Qariah App Maryam Amir received her master’s in Education from UCLA. She holds a second bachelor’s degree in Islamic Studies from Al-Azhar University. Maryam has studied in Egypt\, memorized the Qur’an\, and researched a variety of religious sciences\, ranging from Quranic exegesis\, Islamic jurisprudence\, Prophetic narrations and commentary\, women’s rights within Islamic law\, and more for the past 15 years. She’s featured in a video series on faith produced by goodcast.net called The Maryam Amir Show. She actively hosts women worldwide who have memorized the Qur’an to share their journeys through the #FOREMOTHERS campaign. She is an instructor with SWISS and Hikmah Institutes. Sr. Mariam has been interviewed for her work by major news outlets\, including BBC\, NPR\, and CBS. Maryam’s focus on spiritual connections\, identity actualization\, social justice\, and women’s studies has allowed her to lecture throughout the United States and the world\, including Jerusalem\, Mecca\, Medina\, Stockholm\, London\, Toronto\, and more. She holds a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and speaks multiple languages. – More Sheikha: https://mcceastbay.org/maryamMaryam Amir received her master’s in Education from UCLA. She holds a second bachelor’s degree in Islamic Studies from Al-Azhar University. Maryam has studied in Egypt\, memorized the Qur’an\, and has researched a variety of religious sciences\, ranging from Quranic exegesis\, Islamic jurisprudence\, Prophetic narrations and commentary\, women’s rights within Islamic law\, and more for the past 15 years. She hosts the Quran Champions series on Islam Channel and is featured in a video series on faith produced by Goodcast called The Maryam Amir Show. Major news outlets\, including BBC\, NPR\, and CBS\, have interviewed her for her work. Maryam’s focus on spiritual connections\, identity actualization\, and women’s studies has allowed her to lecture throughout the United States and the world\, including Jerusalem\, Mecca\, Medina\, Stockholm\, London\, Toronto\, and more. She holds a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and speaks multiple languages. She created “Qariah: The Women Quran Reciters App\,” which is free on Google Play and Apple stores. SOCIAL MEDIA SITES https://www.instagram.com/themaryamamir/ https://www.instagram.com/qariahapp/ https://www.youtube.com/@themaryamamir \n\n\n\nWays to show support and solidarity\n\n\n\n1. On this day\, men and women can show their support by: – Wearing a hijab or a headscarf (women only)Wrapping winter scarves around their necks– Holding up an “I Support The Right of Hijab” sign on a piece of paperThen\, 1. Take a participation selfie 2. Caption it (share your experience) with the hashtag #WorldHijabDay and 3. Tag us @WorldHijabDay.4. Change social media profile pictures to this poster 5. Post solidarity poster on social media platforms with the following caption: “I proudly support #WorldHijabDay 2024\, standing in solidarity with Muslim girls and women who face discrimination for wearing the hijab globally. I encourage all my followers to join this important movement. Join the conversation: #VeiledInStrength“6. Upload company’s logo in partnership templates and post it on social media with the following caption: “We proudly announce our support for #WorldHijabDay 2024\, observed on February 1st! Our unwavering solidarity stands against bigotry\, discrimination\, and prejudice faced by Muslim girls and women who wear the hijab. Join the conversation with #VeiledInStrength“\n\n\n\nTake the pledge! URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/world-hijab-day-event/ CATEGORIES:Women's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/WHD-2024-flyer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240204T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240204T073000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20231031T020700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240630T220042Z UID:10020446-1707028200-1707031800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:#TeamFajr Monthly Sunday Breakfast & Qur'an Khatam DESCRIPTION:“If people knew the reward in praying Fajr & Isha in a congregation\, they would go to the Masjid even if they had to crawl” [Bukhari & Muslim] \nJoin Qari Amar Bellaha on the first Sunday of each month. Pray the pre-dawn prayer in congregation (6:30 a.m.)\, followed by recitations of Surah Yaseen and Al-Wird Al-Latif (booklets provided) in unison\, community dua\, and following sunup\, Salat al-Ishraq prayer in congregation. \nQari Amar will also lead the Khatam (completion) of the Qur’an. Each month\, congregation members complete one Juz of the Holy Qur’an. Please finish your Juz by the first Sunday of each month. Sign up for Juz at mcceastbay.org/juz \nThis program is also streamed virtually at https://mcceastbay.org/live \nFall & Winter ’23 Sunday Monthly Khatam with Qari Amar: \n\n– August 6\, 2023\n– September 3\, 2023\n– October 1\, 2023\n-November 5\, 2023\n-December 3\, 2023\n-January 7\, 2024\n– February 4\, 2024\n-March 3\, 2024\n\nThe benefits and virtues of reciting the Holy Qur’an and sending Salawat upon Rasulullah (S) are numerous. Along with bringing great barakah into our lives\, these two acts of ‘ibadah are a means by which Allah elevates our rank in Jannah. Though it may be challenging to make a habit of tilawah and Salawat individually\, there is strength in our numbers. Join your MCC community in our goal of collectively completing a completing Qur’an khatam. \nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\nMore Qari Amar: https://mcceastbay.org/amar\nImam al-Haddad’s litanies (al-Wird al-Latif): https://mcceastbay.org/wird\nThe Prophet (Peace be upon him) said\, “He who performs the Fajr will be under the protection of Allah.” [Muslim]\nThe Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “The best prayer before Allah is Fajr prayer on Friday in congregation.” URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-teamfajr-3/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Monthly-TeamFajr-Quran-Khatam.png ORGANIZER;CN="Muslim Community Center - East Bay":MAILTO:events@mcceastbay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240204T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240204T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20240102T015306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240630T220255Z UID:10020524-1707073200-1707076800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:MCC Townhall: Construction Update DESCRIPTION:In the 14 years since occupying its present facility\, MCC has experienced fantastic community growth\, Alhamdulliah. \n\n\n\nJoin us on Sunday night with the Board of Trustees and Construction Committee to get an update on the construction planned inside and outside the facility for 2024. \n\n\n\n7 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Sunday\, Feb. 4 | MCC Conference Room | Join us in person or watch at mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\nOptional\, complimentary dinner from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. precedes this town hall. Nominal $2/person charge. RSVP at mcceastbay.org/townhall \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n– More Muslim Community Center East Bay campaigns and updates: https://mcceastbay.org/appeals – Support MCC East Bay: https://mcceastbay.org/operations – Support MCC charity outreach: https://mcceastbay.org/zakat-fund – For the return of your Karze-e-Hasana (goodly community loan)\, please complete this form: https://mcceastbay.org/return \n\n\n\nThis town hall meeting is also your opportunity to review the vision of MCC and understand our short-term and long-term plans. This update includes the construction of the basketball court that our community voted for last year. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/mcc-townhall-2/ CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Townhall-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221126 CREATED:20230420T025741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T181509Z UID:10019786-1707244200-1707249600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Women’s Seerah Bookclub (virtual) | Ustadha Leila Fakira DESCRIPTION:Join our weekly sisters’ virtual-only Seerah book club\, where we have an active discussion\, take away lessons for our daily lives\, and inshaAllah fall in love with the Prophet ﷺ. We are currently reading from\, “The Prophetic Narrative” by Samira al-Zayid. \n\n\n\nRSVP for the live registration link below at https://mcceastbay.org/bookclub. RSVP is needed to join us virtually. \n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\nThe discussion takes place every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’24. \n\n\n\nPlease register online to receive the link to the Whatsapp thread where all communication and updates will be made. \n\n\n\nBook Purchase: \n\n\n\nIf you wish to follow along with the book\, please purchase the book. The book can be purchased here: \n\n\n\n\n– https://daybreak.rabata.org/products/soft-cover-a-compendium-of-the-sources-on-the-prophetic-narrative\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nAbout the Book \n\n\n\nInternationally acclaimed as “the most authoritative resource” on the Sīra\, this two-volume translation textbook is revolutionary in bringing Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s life to life for everyone who ventures upon it. \n\n\n\nThis multiple award-winning\, comprehensive compilation of narrations and details of the life of Prophet Muhammad (S) has never before been available in English until now! Internationally acclaimed as “the most authoritative resource” on the Sīra\, this two-volume translation textbook is revolutionary in bringing his (S) life to life for everyone who ventures upon it. The original volumes have won the approval and praise of numerous scholars. It is finally available as a treasured text for personal or educational development. \n\n\n\nAuthor: Samira al-ZayidTranslators: Susan Imady\, Tamara Gray\, & Randa MardiniBinding: SoftcoverPages: Vol 1\, 570; Vol 2\, 558Publisher: Daybreak Press \n\n\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/weekly-womens-seerah-bookclub-6/2024-02-06/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Updated.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240105T084759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T084759Z UID:10020531-1707332400-1707339600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:The Soul's Journey (virtual) | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi DESCRIPTION:Join Sidi Shahryar Abbasi every Wednesday until Ramadan ’24 at 7 p.m. virtually to dive into the text\, The Lives of Man\, by Imam Abdallah Ibn Alawi Al-Haddad where we understand life’s purpose\, through the five stages of our journey to Allah (swt). \n\n\n\nHosted at Lighthouse Mosque. Streamed only on MCC media channels. Watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n\n\n\n – More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar – Sidi Shahryar’s “Real Talk Series”: https://mcceastbay.org/real-talk – Sidi Shahryar’s “Traits of the Righteous” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/hallmark – Sidi Shahryar’s “Controlling Your Desires” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/desires – Sidi Shahryar’s “Soul’s Journey Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n\n\n\nShahryar graduated from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and was the External Affairs Vice President of UC Berkeley’s student government. He is an experienced speaker\, mentor\, and coach. Send him questions at: ask.abu.taha@gmail.com and learn more about him at https://www.tiktok.com/@islamic_spirituality. Learn more about him at The Success Company: https://www.successcompany.co/about-us \n\n\n\nJoin Sidi Shahryar Abbasi every Wednesday until Ramadan ’24 at 7 p.m. virtually to dive into the text\, The Lives of Man\, by Imam Abdallah Ibn Alawi Al-Haddad where we understand life’s purpose\, through the five stages of our journey to Allah (swt). \n\n\n\nHosted at Lighthouse Mosque. Streamed only on MCC media channels. Watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/journey \n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/Lh-6tl3SXDc URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/the-souls-journey/2024-02-07/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/IMG_6730.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240111T121332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T121332Z UID:10020544-1707415200-1707429600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Isra & Me’raj: The Sacred Ascension | Shaykh Faraz Khan DESCRIPTION:Join Shaykh Faraz Khan for a faith-affirming evening to learn lessons from the Prophet’s blessed heavenly ascension: Al-Isra wal-Mi’raj. \nThe 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). \nMuslims choose to fast on the day of Isra and Mi’raj to commemorate this blessed day and earn extra rewards. \nWe will have a community Iftar before the program from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Maghrib on this day is at 5:42 p.m. Register for Iftar at mcceastbay.org/isra-miraj-iftarPlease note that Iftar tickets are non-refundable. \n6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. | Thursday\, February 8 | MCC Conference Room | Join in person or watch virtually at https://mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\n– Past talks commemorating Al Isra Wal Miraj: https://mcceastbay.org/isra\n– More Sheikh Faraz Khan talks: https://mcceastbay.org/faraz\n\nSchedule \n\n5:40 p.m. – Break the fast/ Iftar\n5:50 p.m. – Maghrib\n6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Dinner\n7:10 p.m. – 8 p.m. Zikr\n8:00 p.m. – Isha\n8:15 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. — Program\n\nThis event is organized by the San Ramon Valley Islamic Center (SRVIC)\, Islamic Center of Livermore (ICL)\, and Muslim Community Center – East Bay. \nMuslims worldwide remember this event as one that changed the course of history. Allah bestowed the tremendous honor of this journey and the command of Prayer (salah) upon His Messenger – a perpetual gift and source of comfort for Muslims until eternity. \n\nThis session is also an excellent way to begin spiritually preparing ourselves for Ramadan and enliven our spirit to get through the uncertainty we are challenged with now. \n\nMore about this special night \n\nIsra Mi’raj is celebrated on the 27th of Rajab. This night happened in 621\, the year of sadness (‘Aam ul Huzn)\, when Abu Talib & Khadijah (RA) died. The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) rode Buraq (a white steed) during his journey\, and Allah enjoined 50 prayers and reduced the prayers to five. \n\n He met different Prophets on the journey: \n\n– 7th Heaven met Ibrahim (AS)\n– 6th Heaven met Musa (AS)\n– 5th Heaven met Harun (AS)\n– 4th Heaven met Idris (AS)\n– 3rd Heaven met Yusuf (AS)\n– 2nd Heaven met Isa (AS) & Yahya (AS)\n– 1st Heaven met Adam (AS)\n\nMI’RAJ – Ascend to heaven\, where he speaks to GodISRA’ – Night journey from Makkah to Jerusalem\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/isra-miraj/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Isra-Miraj-2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20231124T070701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T070701Z UID:10020479-1707420600-1707426000@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Monthly Sisterhood Halaqa | Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi DESCRIPTION:Join Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi for our monthly in-person and online gathering for women (ages 18+) to commune\, reflect\, discuss\, and gain strength and support from each other. \n\n\n\n7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Last Thursday each month (2ndThursday this month) | Free; no registration required | Conference Room or watch live online at https://mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\n\n– Watch past session recordings at: https://mcceastbay.org/muslimah-purification\n\n\n\n\nWe talk about spirituality\, self-development\, relevant and contemporary topics\, and issues related to the various roles and responsibilities of Muslim women in today’s knotted-up world. We also examine “Purification of the Heart: Signs\, Symptoms\, and Cures of the Spiritual Diseases of the Heart” by Shaykh Hamza Yusuf. \n\n\n\n\n– More Ustadha Hosai: https://mcceastbay.org/hosai\n\n\n\n– ‘Purification of the Heart’ Series: (Adults): https://mcceastbay.org/heart-purification\n\n\n\n– ‘Purification of the Heart’ Series: (Women): https://mcceastbay.org/muslimah-purification\n\n\n\n– ‘Purification of the Heart’ Series (Teens): https://mcceastbay.org/purification\n\n\n\n– ‘Agenda to Change our Condition’ Series: https://mcceastbay.org/agenda\n\n\n\n– ‘Modern Muslim Parenting’ Series: https://mcceastbay.org/islamic-parenting\n\n\n\n\nSorry\, no babysitting is provided. In-person option is for women only\, and the virtual option so anyone can watch live on: \n\n\n\n\n– YouTube: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n\n\n\n– Facebook: https://mcceastbay.org/facebook\n\n\n\n– Instagram: https://mcceastbay.org/instagram\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi:Hosai Mojaddidi is the co-Founder of mentalhealth4muslims.com where she advocates for and writes about various mental health-related topics tailored for Muslims. She has served the American-Muslim community for nearly 20 years as an activist\, writer/editor\, mediator\, interfaith organizer\, and public speaker\, covering a variety of topics including women’s issues\, marriage/family\, education\, and self-development\, interfaith bridge-building\, spirituality\, etc. \n\n\n\nIn her spare time she enjoys reading\, writing\, blogging via social media (Facebook\, Instagram\, and Twitter)\, doing arts and crafts\, visiting gourmet coffee shops\, and exploring the countless beautiful parks\, beaches\, and nature preserves throughout Northern California where she lives with her husband\, two sons\, and fish named Max. \n\n\n\nThese monthly sessions are live-streamed and recorded. Watch past Ustadha Hosai recordings at https://mcceastbay.org/hosai \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-sisterhood-halaqa-ustadha-hosai-mojaddidi/2024-02-08/ CATEGORIES:Women's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Monthly-Womens-Circle-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240111T121545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T121545Z UID:10020545-1707420600-1707426000@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Monthly Sisterhood Halaqa | Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi DESCRIPTION:Join Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi for our monthly in-person and online gathering for women (ages 18+) to commune\, reflect\, discuss\, and gain strength and support from each other. \n\n\n\n7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Last Thursday each month (2ndThursday this month) | Free; no registration required | Conference Room or watch live online at https://mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\n\n– Watch past session recordings at: https://mcceastbay.org/muslimah-purification\n\n\n\n\nWe talk about spirituality\, self-development\, relevant and contemporary topics\, and issues related to the various roles and responsibilities of Muslim women in today’s knotted-up world. We also examine “Purification of the Heart: Signs\, Symptoms\, and Cures of the Spiritual Diseases of the Heart” by Shaykh Hamza Yusuf. \n\n\n\n\n– More Ustadha Hosai: https://mcceastbay.org/hosai\n\n\n\n– ‘Purification of the Heart’ Series: (Adults): https://mcceastbay.org/heart-purification\n\n\n\n– ‘Purification of the Heart’ Series: (Women): https://mcceastbay.org/muslimah-purification\n\n\n\n– ‘Purification of the Heart’ Series (Teens): https://mcceastbay.org/purification\n\n\n\n– ‘Agenda to Change our Condition’ Series: https://mcceastbay.org/agenda\n\n\n\n– ‘Modern Muslim Parenting’ Series: https://mcceastbay.org/islamic-parenting\n\n\n\n\nSorry\, no babysitting is provided. In-person option is for women only\, and the virtual option so anyone can watch live on: \n\n\n\n\n– YouTube: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n\n\n\n– Facebook: https://mcceastbay.org/facebook\n\n\n\n– Instagram: https://mcceastbay.org/instagram\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi:Hosai Mojaddidi is the co-Founder of mentalhealth4muslims.com where she advocates for and writes about various mental health-related topics tailored for Muslims. She has served the American-Muslim community for nearly 20 years as an activist\, writer/editor\, mediator\, interfaith organizer\, and public speaker\, covering a variety of topics including women’s issues\, marriage/family\, education\, and self-development\, interfaith bridge-building\, spirituality\, etc. \n\n\n\nIn her spare time she enjoys reading\, writing\, blogging via social media (Facebook\, Instagram\, and Twitter)\, doing arts and crafts\, visiting gourmet coffee shops\, and exploring the countless beautiful parks\, beaches\, and nature preserves throughout Northern California where she lives with her husband\, two sons\, and fish named Max. \n\n\n\nThese monthly sessions are live-streamed and recorded. Watch past Ustadha Hosai recordings at https://mcceastbay.org/hosai \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/monthly-sisterhood-halaqa-ustadha-hosai-mojaddidi-3/ CATEGORIES:Women's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Monthly-Womens-Circle-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T145000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240209T060946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T060946Z UID:10020592-1707481800-1707490200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Dublin Library DESCRIPTION:For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday\, February 9\, 2024: \n\n\n\n\n12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.\n\n– Shaykh Talal Ahdab delivers this sermon at MCC.\n\n\n\n\n\n1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.\n\n– Shaykh Talal Adhab delivers this sermon at MCC.\n\n\n\n\n\n1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.\n\n– Imam Bilal ibn Yusuf at the Dublin Library this Friday.\n\n\n\n\n\n2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. \n\n– Imam Bilal ibn Yusuf delivers the sermon at MCC.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease attend at 12:30 or 2:30 p.m. to avoid heavier second-service congestion whenever possible. Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the first and fourth Jumuah to ease up parking congestion or attend the parallel satellite prayer at 1:40 p.m. at Dublin Library: https://mcceastbay.org/satellite-jumuah-library-update \n\n\n\n\n– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live\n\n\n\n– More Shaykh Talal: https://mcceastbay.org/talal\n\n\n\n– More Imam Bilal: https://mcceastbay.org/bilal\n\n\n\n\nFor parents attending with young children indoors at the main MCC facility\, we offer private mothers’ and fathers’ rooms with an audio and visual connection to the Prayer Hall. Parents can watch the sermon and pray while working with other parents with young children. The mothers/fathers prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area. \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/mcc-dublin-friday-services/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Friday-Jumuah-Khateebs-1-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240124T033701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T033701Z UID:10020569-1707481800-1707490800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Voting Drive @ Three MCC Jumu'ahs DESCRIPTION:CAIR San Francisco Bay Area will be at MCC for three consecutive Fridays during Jumu’ahs to register voters before the primary elections on March 5th and equip voters to vote in the upcoming election. \n\n\n\nCAIR staff and volunteers will be at the three MCC Jumu’ahs on these Fridays: February 2\, February 9\, and February 16. \n\n\n\n\n– CAIR workshops at MCC: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/cair\n\n\n\n\nFrom CAIR: \n\n\n\nWe are excited to announce the launch of our Vote for Justice voter mobilization campaign in preparation for California’s March 5 primary election and the November general election. Together\, we will aim to engage the over one million American Muslims residing in our state to raise awareness of and participate in the civic process. \n\n\n\nWhile civic engagement is always important\, it is more crucial today than ever. \n\n\n\nWatching a genocide unfold live before our eyes in Palestine and a variety of crises and opportunities in our neighborhoods makes this election season critical. Our votes can send a powerful message of support\, concern\, or opposition to our communities and country’s direction. \n\n\n\nVote for Justice is not just a slogan; it’s a call to action\, urging each community member to engage in the most fundamental democratic process: voting. Your vote is your voice\, a declaration of your presence\, and a testament to the issues that matter to you and the community. \n\n\n\nWhat Does “Vote for Justice” Mean? \n\n\n\nVote for Justice means demanding justice in all aspects of governance\, community welfare\, and human rights—and voting to uphold these principles. This encompasses areas that are deeply important to our community\, including: \n\n\n\nSocial Justice at Home and Abroad \n\n\n\n\nForeign policies that support human rights and aid initiatives align international engagement with the principles of social justice.\n\n\n\nPolicies that address systemic inequalities in housing\, employment\, and criminal justice to ensure equal opportunities and treatment for all citizens.\n\n\n\nCultural understanding and the celebration of diversity promote a society that respects and values the contributions of all its members.\n\n\n\n\nEconomic Justice \n\n\n\n\nPolicies that stimulate job growth support small businesses and foster innovation to build a robust and sustainable economy.\n\n\n\nFair taxation and equitable distribution of resources ensure that all individuals have access to the economic opportunities necessary for a secure and prosperous life.\n\n\n\n\nEducation Justice \n\n\n\n\nUniversal access to quality education ensures that every child\, regardless of their background\, has the opportunity to succeed.\n\n\n\nAdequate funding of all schools to address disparities in educational resources and facilities.\n\n\n\n\nHealthcare Justice \n\n\n\n\nRecognition of healthcare as a fundamental human right and policies that ensure all individuals have access to necessary medical services.\n\n\n\nMental health services’ importance and integration into the healthcare system ensures that psychological well-being is treated with the same urgency as physical health.\n\n\n\n\nMinority and Immigrant Justice \n\n\n\n\nStringent anti-discrimination laws and strict enforcement protect all individuals from bias and prejudice.\n\n\n\nDevelopment of policies that acknowledge and address the specific needs of minority and immigrant communities\, fostering an environment of inclusivity and respect.\n\n\n\nFair and humane immigration policies provide clear pathways to citizenship\, respecting the dignity and rights of individuals seeking a new life in a new country.\n\n\n\n\nWhy Your Vote Matters \n\n\n\nYour vote holds the power to influence legislation and shape the positions of elected officials who are guided by their most vocal constituents. So\, your vote is a potent tool that can help address the issues that are important to our Muslim community. By voting\, you contribute to the voices demanding change and progress at the local\, state\, and national levels. \n\n\n\nMobilizing for Change \n\n\n\nMobilizing Muslim Voters is more than a tagline. It’s a commitment to empowerment and representation. It’s an acknowledgment that our voices can bring about meaningful change when we stand together. Let’s ensure that the concerns and needs of the Muslim community are heard and addressed. \n\n\n\nHow You Can Get Involved \n\n\n\n\nRegister to Vote: Check your registration status and register to vote at voteforjustice24.com\, our new voter mobilization website.\n\n\n\nEducate Yourself: Understand the issues at stake and the candidates’ positions. An informed vote is a powerful one.\n\n\n\nSpread the Word: Encourage family\, friends\, and community members to register and vote. Every additional voice amplifies our call for justice.\n\n\n\nParticipate in Community Initiatives: Volunteer to spend a few hours a week helping to register voters and participate in town halls and forums. Your active participation is key to driving change.\n\n\n\nBring Vote for Justice to Your Community: Are you in leadership in an MSA\, involved in a masjid\, or do you frequent a popular halal restaurant or store? Email us to coordinate an event or to distribute materials.\n\n\n\n\nYour vote is not just a right; it’s a pillar of our democracy and a direct line to shaping a future that mirrors our Muslim values. As we gear up for the March 5 primary\, let’s make our presence felt\, and our voices resonate with the power of justice. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/cair-sfba-tables-mcc-jumuahs-2/2024-02-09/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Muslim-voting-drive-mobilizing-muslim-voters-at-Jumuah-cair.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20230929T071326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T071326Z UID:10020349-1707505200-1707512400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Dr. Rania Awaad’s Weekly Friday Evening Halaqa DESCRIPTION:Ustadha Dr. Rania Awaad holds a weekly Friday evening women’s gathering about navigating contemporary issues. This program runs in parallel to the Friday night girl’s halaqa. \n\n\n\n7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Every Friday from October 6\, 2023\, to May 24\, 2024 |  MCC Conference Room | Free; no registration or RSVP required to attend in person | To join virtually\, register at https://mcceastbay.org/zoom \n\n\n\n\n– More Dr. Rania: https://mcceastbay.org/rania\n\n\n\n– Watch past Dr. Rania’s Friday Evening Halaqa recordings: https://mcceastbay.org/womens-halaqa\n\n\n\n– Join Dr. Rania’s WhatsUp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HlHmFFnGbwvCvLl6uGD1C4\n\n\n\n\nThe fall session runs from Friday\, Oct. 6th to Friday\, Dec. 15th\, with Thanksgiving Break on Friday\, November 24. \n\n\n\nAfter winter break\, we continue in the winter from Friday\, Jan. 26 to Friday\, March 8\, with then a break for Ramadan (March 15\, 22\, 29\, April 5 & April 12)\, and we restart from April 19 to May 24. \n\n\n\nFree babysitting is provided in Room 23. Facility map: https://mcceastbay.org/facility-map \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nThis halaqa is hosted parallel to our girls’ program in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation. \n\n\n\nUstadha Rania AwaadRaised in the U.S.\, Ustadha Rania Awaad began her formal study of the traditional Islamic sciences when her parents permitted her to travel to Damascus\, Syria\, at 14. Her desire to continue studying the Deen resulted in multiple trips back to Damascus\, interspersed between her high school\, college\, and medical studies. She was honored to receive Ijazah (authorization to teach) several branches of the Shari’ah sciences at the hands of many renowned scholars\, including many female scholars. She has received Ijazah to teach Tajwid in the Hafs and Warsh recitations from the late eminent Syrian scholar Shaykh Abu Hassan al-Kurdi. In addition to completing several advanced texts of the Shafi’i madhhab\, she is licensed to teach texts of Maliki fiqh\, Adab\, and Ihsan. Currently\, Ustadha Rania teaches online and local classes for The Rahmah Foundation\, Rabata\, and is on the faculty of Zaytuna College\, where she teaches courses in Shafi’i fiqh\, women’s issues in fiqh and has helped develop and co-direct the Tajweed and Hifz program. \n\n\n\nUstadha Rania is also a medical doctor with a specialty in Psychiatry. She completed her Psychiatric residency and fellowship training at Stanford University\, where she is currently on the faculty as a Clinical Instructor in the Stanford Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences department. Her medical interests include addressing mental health care concerns in the Muslim community- particularly that of Muslim women and girls. She has been awarded grants from the NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) to research this topic and has presented her findings at several medical conferences. Other ongoing endeavors include compiling manuscripts addressing female-related mental health and medical issues from a fiqh-oriented perspective. She currently serves as the Director of the Rahmah Foundation\, a non-profit organization that teaches Muslim women and girls traditional Islamic knowledge. In this capacity\, she also heads the Murbbiyah Mentoring Program\, which trains young women to teach and mentor Muslim girls and teens. Ustadha Rania is both a wife and a mother; she has been counseling and teaching women classes on Tajwid\, Shafi’i Fiqh\, Ihsan\, marriage\, and raising children since 1999. \n\n\n\nLearn more about Dr. Rania and her work at http://med.stanford.edu/psychiatry/research/MuslimMHLab.html \n\n\n\nEvery Friday evening\, the MCC bustles with activity. MCC hosts four halaqas to increase God-consciousness for youth\, women\, and men. \n\n\n\nFrom 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.\, join Dr. Rania Awaad‘s women’s gathering about navigating contemporary issues. This wide-ranging Muslimah halaqa is in the MCC Conference Room\, and the first hour is live-streamed here (watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/halaqa). This halaqa is organized in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/friday-womens-halaqa/2024-02-09/ CATEGORIES:Women's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Dr.-Rania-Awaads-Weekly-Friday-Evening-Halaqa.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240120T062830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T062830Z UID:10020561-1707505200-1707512400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Friday Youth Night with Amber Leibrock DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Friday evening chat with pro-MMA fighter Amber Leibrock\, who has drawn strength from her newly-found Islamic faith since her conversion last year.  \n\n\n\nThis discussion is especially pertinent for teenagers and young professionals to attend this practical chat to fortify their convictions. \n\n\n\nFriday\, February 9 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Prayer Hall | Join in person or watch live at https://mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\nBrother Asaad Traina will interview Sr. Amber and her coach\, Mujeeb Hamid. Dinner boxes are for sale in the MCC foyer starting at 6:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nProgram Schedule– 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Discussion– 8 p.m. to 8:25 p.m. – Isha congregational prayer break– 8:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Q&A \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters \n\n\n\nAmber Leibrock is a mixed martial artist who competes in the Professional Fighters League (PFL) Featherweight division. Born and raised in the East Bay\, she trains with M.J. Hamid\, an MCC congregation member and trainer. After her fight with Larissa Pacheco\, she went through a tough time\, and Br. Hamid introduced her to Islam. She took her Shahadah at MCC on July 21\, 2023. Since then\, she’s been attending Jumu’ah (Friday prayer services) regularly. Ahead of a fight\, ESPN did this profile on Sister Amber. Her Instagram is @amberleibrock_mmaMujeeb Hamid is a fitness and self-defense coach. He trains professional MMA fighters at Combat Sports Academy in Dublin. Br. Mujeeb believes in espousing the best of the Islamic faith through compassionate words and actions. “I just see it (Islam) spilling over to my everyday life. How I feel inside\, how I feel about myself\, how I feel and interact with other people.” – Amber Leibrock in an ESPN fighter profileQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Chat with Sr. Amber’s Coach\, Brother Mujeeb Hamid. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/amber-leibrock/ CATEGORIES:Family Events,Teen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/MMA-Fighter-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240124T020653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T231017Z UID:10020566-1707505200-1707512400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:The Splendor of Islamic Calligraphy | Haji Noor Deen DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n*Workshop full* \n\n\n\nJoin Haji Noor Deen Mi Guang Jiang for a Friday evening workshop and demonstration on Islamic calligraphy\, followed by an exhibition about the splendor of Islamic calligraphy. \n\n\n\nFriday\, Feb. 9 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | MCC Banquet Hall | In-person only\, $20/person | For ages 12 and up| Capped at 25 attendees | Register at mcceastbay.org/calligraphy \n\n\n\nHaji Noor Deen Mi Guang Jiang is a renowned master of Arabic calligraphy. He brings immense learning in traditional thought and Islamic art to a modern audience\, juxtaposing them in a new calligraphic style. Learn more about him on his website: https://www.hajinoordeen.comQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nHis calligraphy will be displayed in the MCC Foyer from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. MCC is excited to bring him and has absorbed most of the cost of his visit so more people across the Bay Area can learn his fantastic technique and art. Dr. Mustafa Bserki will translate from Arabic into English for Haji Noor’s MCC visit. \n\n\n\nThis is part of MCC’s monthly Family Night series\, where we invite influential American Muslims who positively impact our communities. \n\n\n\nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attending any activity held in the community center. To request a financial waiver\, please complete our financial waiver request: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/scholarship \n\n\n\nA Haji Noor Deen’s Unique Fusion of Eastern and Western Calligraphy The Chinese and Arabic calligraphic traditions have often been compared as the two of the world’s finest manifestations of the written word. When combined\, the result is an artistic piece that is a work of incredibly unique beauty. \n\n\n\nNoor Deen’s mastery has brought him lecture and workshop invitations from institutions worldwide\, including Harvard University\, Cambridge University\, UC Berkeley\, MIT\, the Bukhari Institute\, Islamic College in Zhengzhou\, China\, the Zaytuna Institute in California\, and many others. Currently\, Noor Deen is developing his gallery\, “The Chinese House for the Arts of Islamic Arabic Calligraphy\,” and the “Arabic Calligraphy Creative Centre” at the National Academy of Painting and Calligraphy in Henan Province\, China. Check out more about Haji Noor Deen at https://www.hajinoordeen.comBe ready to be amazed to see Haji Noor Deen bring your name to life on the canvas! \n\n\n\nHaji Noor will also speak at Los Gatos Islamic Center and ISEB masjid in Fremont. \n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/1w63zSO_u2g?si=1c6GUO6MIQ1P4ODR\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/islamic-calligraphy/ CATEGORIES:Family Events,Lectures & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Haji-Noor-Deen-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240209T023043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240630T220434Z UID:10020591-1707508800-1707514200@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Career Panel @ SRVIC | Our Ummah Network DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to network and build skills? Then you don’t want to miss this opportunity. \n\n\n\nSan Ramon Valley Islamic Center is hosting a Career Panel this Friday evening with speakers and talks from various career fields. \n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity for those curious about different career fields\, entering the workforce\, or experienced professionals. \n\n\n\nFriday\, Feb. 9 | 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | SRVIC | Free\, RSVP required to attend @ https://srvic.org/event/career-panel | Tea & refreshments will be served URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/career-panel-srvic-2/ CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/0001-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="San Ramon Valley Islamic Center":MAILTO:newsletter@srvic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T061500 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240206T231856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T231856Z UID:10020587-1707541200-1707545700@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:East Bay Tahajjud Tigers: Tahajjud\, Witr & Fajr in Congregation DESCRIPTION:The Messenger of Allah (may Allah bless him and give him peace) said\, “Our Lord\, Blessed\, and Exalted is He\, descends (i.e.\, His mercy and concern descends) to the lowest heaven when the final third of the night remains and says\, “Who is there to call on Me so I may answer them? Who is there to ask of Me so I may give them? Who is there to seek My forgiveness so I may forgive them?” [Bukhari] \n\n\n\nJoin us bi-weekly on Saturday mornings before Fajr to pray 4 units of Tahajjud (Night Prayer) & Witr Prayers in the congregation\, followed by Fajr prayer and then light\, yummy snacks. \n\n\n\nThis Saturday\, we also have a special post-Fajr Khatira\, from Shaykh Jamaal Diwan\, on remembering Allah (swt) through establishing the Salat (daily prayer). Learn more: https://mcceastbay.org/event/post-fajr-khatira/ \n\n\n\nThere is no better way to start a day than to pray Tahajjud and Fajr in the congregation along with your loved ones! \n\n\n\nThese bi-weekly Tahajjud prayers are organized by the youth in our community. \n\n\n\nEvery other Saturday | 5 a.m. to 6:15 a.m. | MCC Prayer Hall | All ages welcome | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/tahajjud-tigers \n\n\n\nLight snacks will be provided after the Fajr Adhan in the Banquet Hall. \n\n\n\nTentative Schedule:4:50 a.m. – doors open5:00 a.m. – Tahajjud starts (Huffaz will recite Juz #3 – First Half (2:253- 3:14))5:49 a.m. – Fajr Adhan5:55 a.m. – Snacks are served6:15 a.m. – Fajr iqamah6:30 a.m. – cleanup URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/tahajjud-prayers-2/ CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Tahajjud-Prayers-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T061500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T070000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240202T014738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T172811Z UID:10020586-1707545700-1707548400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Post Fajr-Khatira: Establish the Prayer for My Remembrance | Shaykh Jamaal Diwan DESCRIPTION:Join us after Fajr prayers to hear a post-Fajr Khatira from Shaykh Jamaal Diwan on remembering Allah (swt) through establishing the Salat (daily prayer).Saturday\, Feb. 10 | After Fajr congregational prayers (6:15 a.m.) | MCC Prayer Hall | In-person or join live at mcceastbay.org/live \n\n\n\nOur bi-weekly Tahajjud and Fajr breakfast will precede this post-Fajr religious chat: https://mcceastbay.org/event/tahajjud/2024-02-10 \n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.orgShaykh Jamaal Diwan was born and raised in Southern California to parents from Canada and Pakistan. He grew up playing basketball and listening to Hip Hop. He accepted Islam in 2003 while at UCSD. After getting married and graduating from UCSD\, he and his wife moved to Egypt to study Arabic and Islamic Studies. He stayed there for the next seven years\, finishing an undergraduate degree in Sharia from al-Azhar. During that time\, he also completed two years of graduate work in Islamic Studies from the American University in Cairo. Upon their return\, he served as a religious teacher and instructor in Southern California and later became the Resident Scholar at the Islamic Center of Irvine. \n\n\n\nHe also helped start the first IOK Chaplaincy program\, which began at UCLA and USC and eventually grew to cover seven college campuses in Southern California. He served student bodies at UCLA\, USC\, and UCI. In 2017\, he and his wife Shaykha Muslema Purmul also co-founded The Majlis\, an initiative in Southern Californian rooted in traditional religious learning contextualized for the particular cultural landscape and challenges of America\, while developing an intentional community founded on the ethics of love and service. He continues serving the community through his work at The Majlis\, teaching multiple weekly classes and supporting various programs. He is also the Islamic Studies Teacher at New Horizon Irvine Islamic School. He is a father of two and resides with his family in Southern California. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/post-fajr-khatira/ CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Shaykh-Jamaal-Diwan-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240124T082150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T082150Z UID:10020572-1707550200-1707564600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Monthly Sisterhood Hike | Sisters in the Outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join us from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday\, Feb. 10\, for a Saturday morning hike at Sycamore Grove Park in Livermore to get to know other sisters in the community and enjoy the great outdoors. No children\, please (female teens\, okay). Let us know you are coming: https://mcceastbay.org/rsvp \n\n\n\nIf sisters want to walk around more\, they can do it depending on their interest/time. The hike will be cancelled if there are not enough RSVPs depending on the weather. \n\n\n\n\n– When: Saturday\, Feb. 10\, 2024\n\n\n\n– Time: 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Please arrive a little early to park and find the group. The group can wait till 7:40 a.m. and will start the hike. Please be on time since we cannot hold the group.\n\n\n\n– Carpool: We highly recommend carpooling. No carpool from MCC is available for this hike. Carpool encouraged others on this hike.\n\n\n\n– Parking: \n\n\n\n– Location: Sycamore Grove Park\n\n\n\n– Trail: Sycamore Grove Trail with South Loop\n\n\n\n– Distance: 3.9 miles\n\n\n\n– All Trails: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/sycamore-grove-trail-with-south-loop?sh=kyrhg8\n\n\n\n– Difficulty: Moderate\n\n\n\n– Misc: Wear hiking shoes if possible. There will be a small water crossing\, and your shoes might get wet. Bring a small breakfast/ Lunch sandwich or something to eat. Carry enough water\, a hat\, and a light jacket. Please download All Trails map (free version) in case you decide to return in the middle of the hike. This will be very helpful in navigating back to the parking lot.\n\n\n\n– RSVP: By Friday\, Feb. 9\, please let us know you are coming for this hike: https://mcceastbay.org/rsvp\n\n\n\n\nSr. Aparna Khan and Sr. Sohaila will be leading this hike. If you have trouble finding the group on the day of the hike\, please call or text Sr. Aparna at (408) 480-6584 or Sr. Sohaila at (925) 786-7698. Please remember that we cannot hold all the group\, so we request you to please be on time. \n\n\n\nFor future hikes\, please subscribe to the MCC newsletter and/or add your phone number to the Women’s Hiking WhatsUp group. \n\n\n\nPlease wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes\, carry a water bottle\, a small snack\, a hat\, sunglasses\, and hiking poles if you have one.  \n\n\n\nQuestions? hiking@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nAbout this trail: \n\n\n\nExplore this 3.9-mile loop trail near Livermore\, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route\, it takes an average of 1 h 20 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding\, hiking\, and walking\, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.  URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/sisterhood-hike-4/ LOCATION:Sycamore Grove Park\, 1051 Wetmore Rd\, Livermore\, California\, 94550 CATEGORIES:Women's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Sisterhood-Hike-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20231226T031007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231226T031007Z UID:10020518-1707588000-1707598800@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Pre-Ramadan Sisters Social DESCRIPTION:Sisters! Join us on a Saturday evening to kick off the blessed month of Ramadan with Dhikr\, engaging activities\, mouth-watering food\, shopping\, entertainment\, and other exciting surprises! Special guest is Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi. \n\n\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity to bond with other sisters in the community and exchange valuable tips and advice for a successful Ramadan. \n\n\n\nThis event is being hosted in collaboration with The Rahmah Foundation. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, Feb. 10 | 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. | MCC Conference Room & Banquet Hall | For Sisters Only Ages 14+ | Register at mcceastbay.org/womens-social \n\n\n\nBabysitting is provided at an additional cost of $20. \n\n\n\nMCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attaining knowledge offered within the four walls of MCC’s facility. To request a financial waiver or discount\, please complete: https://mcceastbay.org/scholarship \n\n\n\n\nMore videos for sisters: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/women\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nAbout Ustadha HosaiUstadha Hosai co-founded MH4M (http://mentalhealth4muslims.com)\, which was established in 2010. For nearly 20 years\, she has been actively involved in the Bay Area and Southern California Muslim community\, working and volunteering for many notable organizations. Learn more about her at http://hosaimojaddidi.com– More Ustadha Hosai: https://mcceastbay.org/hosaiUstadha Hosai Mojaddidi was born in Afghanistan and moved to the United States with her family at age two. She credits her Islamic journey to 1996\, when she attended Islamic classes in Hayward\, California. Her teacher and mentor\, Shaykh Hamza Yusuf\, has taught these classes since then.One of her main focus areas is to help create a strong sisterhood for the women in the community by leading halaqas (spiritual study circles) and support groups whilst offering individual spiritual counseling and mentoring. She noted that many of the spiritual problems encountered were reflective of the deep and complicated mental health issues of the community and would be better served by focusing on mental health. Thus\, along with her cousin Dr. Nafisa Sekandari\, they co-founded a website called Mental Health 4 Muslims (www.mentalhealth4muslims.com).Ustadha Hosai is a freelance writer and editor who lectures on various Islamic/spiritual topics.– More Ustadha Hosai: https://mcceastbay.org/hosaiUstadha Hosai Mojaddidi is an educator\, public speaker\, author/writer\, spiritual counselor\, and mental health advocate with over 25 years of experience serving the Muslim community. She is the co-founder of MH4M (www.mentalhealth4muslims.com)\, a site dedicated to providing clinically supported & Islamically sound information on common mental health issues.She began her Islamic studies at the renowned Zaytuna Institute (now Zaytuna College) in the San Francisco Bay Area where she was blessed to study a variety of topics including Qur’anic memorization and recitation\, fiqh\, seerah\, aqeeda\, tazkiyyah an-nafs\, and other sacred sciences directly with Shaykh Hamza Yusuf\, Shaykh Muhammad al-Yaqoubi\, Imam Zaid Shakir\, Qari Amar Bellaha\, and other visiting scholars.She currently offers year-round classes on spiritual development and self-development for adults and youth through different local and national organizations on topics such as parenting\, marriage/family\, women’s issues\, youth issues\, spirituality\, seerah\, taqiyya a nafs\, social-emotional learning\, social media literacy\, mental health advocacy\, etc. She is also a published author\, writer\, and active content creator on social media. She is a wife and mother of two and resides in California. URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/pre-ramadan-social/ CATEGORIES:Women's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/sisters-social.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20231016T075734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T075734Z UID:10020396-1707735600-1707741000@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Women’s Seerah Bookclub (in-person) | Ustadha Leila Fakira DESCRIPTION:Join our weekly sisters’ in-person & virtual Seerah book club\, where we have an active discussion\, take away lessons for our daily lives\, and inshaAllah fall in love with the Prophet ﷺ. We are currently reading from “The Prophetic Narrative” by Samira al-Zayid and will begin reading Volume 2. \n\n\n\nEvery Monday in-person & virtual | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | Women only | RSVP for the live registration link at https://mcceastbay.org/bookclub. RSVP is needed to join us virtually. \n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\nThe in-person & virtual discussion takes place every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’24. \n\n\n\nPlease register online to receive the link to the Whatsapp thread where all communication and updates will be made. In this bookclub\, we will be starting volume 2 of “The Prophetic Narrative” by Samira al-Zayid. \n\n\n\nBook Purchase: \n\n\n\nIf you wish to follow along with the book\, please purchase the book. The book can be purchased here: \n\n\n\n– https://daybreak.rabata.org/products/soft-cover-a-compendium-of-the-sources-on-the-prophetic-narrative \n\n\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nAbout the Book \n\n\n\nInternationally acclaimed as “the most authoritative resource” on the Sīra\, this two-volume translation textbook is revolutionary in bringing Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s life to life for everyone who ventures upon it. \n\n\n\nThis multiple award-winning\, comprehensive compilation of narrations and details of the life of Prophet Muhammad (S) has never before been available in English until now! Internationally acclaimed as “the most authoritative resource” on the Sīra\, this two-volume translation textbook is revolutionary in bringing his (S) life to life for everyone who ventures upon it. The original volumes have won the approval and praise of numerous scholars. It is finally available as a treasured text for personal or educational development. \n\n\n\nAuthor: Samira al-Zayid \n\n\n\nTranslators: Susan Imady\, Tamara Gray\, & Randa Mardini \n\n\n\nBinding: Softcover \n\n\n\nPages: Vol 1\, 570; Vol 2\, 558 \n\n\n\nPublisher: Daybreak Press \n\n\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/seerah-on-mondays/2024-02-12/ CATEGORIES:Women's Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Monday-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20230420T025741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T181509Z UID:10019787-1707849000-1707854400@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Women’s Seerah Bookclub (virtual) | Ustadha Leila Fakira DESCRIPTION:Join our weekly sisters’ virtual-only Seerah book club\, where we have an active discussion\, take away lessons for our daily lives\, and inshaAllah fall in love with the Prophet ﷺ. We are currently reading from\, “The Prophetic Narrative” by Samira al-Zayid. \n\n\n\nRSVP for the live registration link below at https://mcceastbay.org/bookclub. RSVP is needed to join us virtually. \n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\nThe discussion takes place every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’24. \n\n\n\nPlease register online to receive the link to the Whatsapp thread where all communication and updates will be made. \n\n\n\nBook Purchase: \n\n\n\nIf you wish to follow along with the book\, please purchase the book. The book can be purchased here: \n\n\n\n\n– https://daybreak.rabata.org/products/soft-cover-a-compendium-of-the-sources-on-the-prophetic-narrative\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nAbout the Book \n\n\n\nInternationally acclaimed as “the most authoritative resource” on the Sīra\, this two-volume translation textbook is revolutionary in bringing Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s life to life for everyone who ventures upon it. \n\n\n\nThis multiple award-winning\, comprehensive compilation of narrations and details of the life of Prophet Muhammad (S) has never before been available in English until now! Internationally acclaimed as “the most authoritative resource” on the Sīra\, this two-volume translation textbook is revolutionary in bringing his (S) life to life for everyone who ventures upon it. The original volumes have won the approval and praise of numerous scholars. It is finally available as a treasured text for personal or educational development. \n\n\n\nAuthor: Samira al-ZayidTranslators: Susan Imady\, Tamara Gray\, & Randa MardiniBinding: SoftcoverPages: Vol 1\, 570; Vol 2\, 558Publisher: Daybreak Press \n\n\n\nQuestions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/weekly-womens-seerah-bookclub-6/2024-02-13/ LOCATION:MCC East Bay\, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94588\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Updated.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240214T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240214T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T221127 CREATED:20240131T093215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T093215Z UID:10020583-1707930000-1707933600@mcceastbay.org SUMMARY:Virtual Interfaith Chat: "Thou Shalt not Kill" DESCRIPTION:Interfaith Interconnect of the Tri-Valley and MCC co-host a virtual religious chat with Omar Naisan\, representing MCC East Bay\, and Rabbi Dr. Laurence Milder\, representing Congregation Beth Emek in Pleasanton\, on how each faith deals with the reality of war. Nearly all worldwide faith traditions have a version of “thou shalt not kill.” How do we understand this religious mandate? \n\n\n\n5 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Wednesday\, February 14 | Virtual Zoom chat (not in person) | Join us virtually at mcceastbay.org/interfaith-chat \n\n\n\nThe Zoom room will open at 4:45 p.m. Virtual presentations will take place from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Optional breakout post-discussion groups will be held from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n– More Brother Omar Nasim: https://mcceastbay.org/omar\n\n\n\n– More Rabbi Larry: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/larry\n\n\n\n– More MCC interfaith events: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith\n\n\n\n– MCC’s interfaith advocacy efforts: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith-ethos\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? events@mcceastbay.org \n\n\n\nAbout the PresentersRabbi Laurence Elis Milder\, Ph.D.\, is a native of St. Louis\, Missouri. He received his B.A. at Brandeis University and was ordained at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in New York in 1983. Following ordination\, he earned a Ph.D. in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies at Brandeis University\, where he received a fellowship from the Center for Modern Jewish Studies\, a research institute devoted to the social scientific study of American Jewry. \n\n\n\nRabbi Milder has pursued dual careers in the rabbinate and academia. He has served congregations in Indianapolis\, IN; Bangor\, ME; and Westborough\, MA. He also was an assistant professor (of Judaic studies) at the University of Maine and a lecturer at the Bangor Theological Seminary. From July 2011 through June 2013\, Rabbi Milder served on the faculty of the American Hebrew Academy in Greensboro\, NC\, as the Academy’s Reform Rabbi. \n\n\n\nRabbi Milder has been active in civic affairs\, interfaith coalitions\, and youth work. He has served the Union for Reform Judaism as a regional director in its Social Action and Youth divisions. \n\n\n\nRabbi Milder’s hobby is composing and performing Jewish folk music. His songs are popular in youth groups and summer camps throughout North America. Rabbi Milder is married to Janet Elis Milder. They have three children: Miriam\, Avi\, and Alex. \n\n\n\nOmar Naisan is a Ph.D. student in the Historical & Cultural Studies of Religion program at the Graduate Theological Union. He holds a Master of Arts in New Testament also from the Graduate Theological Union. His published MA thesis is titled “Decrypting the Son of Man Problem: An Inquiry into the Dominant Approaches to the Son of Man Problem and its Conspicuous Application in Mark 8:27-31.” His interests include comparative theology\, philology in religious corpora\, and historical-critical studies of religious canons. \n\n\n\nThe mission of Interfaith Interconnect is to enrich\, inform\, and educate ourselves and others about the great diversity of faiths and cultures in our Valley. The interfaith umbrella group serves the Tri-Valley in the Bay Area. \n\n\n\n– More Interfaith Interconnect recordings: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith-interconnect– Website: https://interfaithinterconnect.weebly.com/– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterfaithInterconnect \n\n\n\nThe MCC East Bay and the Islamic Center of Livermore are proud congregation members of the Interfaith Interconnect of the Tri-Valley. \n\n\n\n– More MCC interfaith events: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith– Sign up for MCC’s periodic community supporter updates: https://mcceastbay.org/community-supporters– MCC’s interfaith community advocacy efforts: https://mcceastbay.org/interfaith-ethos URL:https://mcceastbay.org/event/virtual-religion-chat/ CATEGORIES:Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcceastbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Virtual-Religion-Chat.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR