MCC East Bay

Kids & Youth Islamic Summer Camp | Indira Kaljo
2024-07-29 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
For Boys & Girls Ages 5-16: Join us over two weeks for a summer camp that will strengthen your child’s Deen through play, education, arts, and physical activities.
We will have the Names of Allah series, outdoor games, a nature activity, arts and crafts, sports, snacks, and more!
Monday thru Thursday | July 22 – August 1 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | $350/week | Register at mcceastbay.org/islamic-camp
For this camp, we are offering a 10% discount for siblings. Please type sibling under discount when registering.
Bring water bottles, healthy snacks, and lunch for the day.
Wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes, and bring prayer clothes for the Dhuhr prayer.
MCC 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
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
About the Instructor
Indira Kaljo is the founder of Almadina Mustangs. Sr. Indira has organized summer and winter camps for youth in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Bosnia, and California over the last ten years. Sr. Indira is passionate about working with kids and youth to provide a safe, fun, enriching space for kids to enjoy their summer! Sr. Indira looks to hire highly energetic, positive, and knowledgeable Muslims to offer beneficial and enjoyable sessions throughout the camo day in sha Allah. Sr. Kaljo holds a master’s Degree, has played professional basketball, and has been a director of various programs since 2014. Sr. Kaljo is hugely excited to offer a summer camp at MCC East Bay and looks forward to meeting the community!

Women’s Seerah Bookclub (in-person & virtual) | Ustadha Leila Fakira
2024-07-29 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-08-05 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-08-12 11:00 - 12:30
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 reading from “The Prophetic Narrative” by Samira al-Zayid and will begin reading Volume 2.

Every 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.

Event Details:

The in-person & virtual discussion takes place every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’24.

Please 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.

Book Purchase:

If you wish to follow along with the book, please purchase the book. The book can be purchased here:

– https://daybreak.rabata.org/products/soft-cover-a-compendium-of-the-sources-on-the-prophetic-narrative

Questions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org

About the Book

Internationally 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.

This 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.

Author: Samira al-Zayid

Translators: Susan Imady, Tamara Gray, & Randa Mardini

Binding: Softcover

Pages: Vol 1, 570; Vol 2, 558

Publisher: Daybreak Press

Questions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org

Women’s Seerah Bookclub (virtual) | Ustadha Leila Fakira
2024-07-30 18:30 - 20:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
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.

RSVP for the live registration link below at https://mcceastbay.org/bookclub. RSVP is needed to join us virtually.

Event Details:

The discussion takes place every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’24.

Please register online to receive the link to the Whatsapp thread where all communication and updates will be made.

Book Purchase:

If you wish to follow along with the book, please purchase the book. The book can be purchased here:

– https://daybreak.rabata.org/products/soft-cover-a-compendium-of-the-sources-on-the-prophetic-narrative

Questions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org

About the Book

Internationally 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.

This 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.

Author: Samira al-ZayidTranslators: Susan Imady, Tamara Gray, & Randa MardiniBinding: SoftcoverPages: Vol 1, 570; Vol 2, 558Publisher: Daybreak Press

Questions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org

Purification of the Heart: A Call for Inner Healing | Sidi Shahryar Abbasi
2024-07-31 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-14 19:00 - 20:00
Wednesdays, Starts May 1 | 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Walnut Creek Islamic Center | Join in-person or watch live at mcceastbay.org/live

Join Sidi Shahryar Abbasi every Wednesday at 7 p.m. virtually to dive into the popular text Purification of the Heart by Shaykh Hamza Yusuf, where we will have an opportunity to go over the following:

Delve into the heart’s role in personal governance

Explore traditional Tazkiya practices for spiritual purification

Identify common spiritual diseases and learn specific remedies

Cultivate tranquility, wisdom, and patience, mirroring Prophetic (saw) qualities

Develop emotional resilience, enhance relationships, and navigate challenges with wisdom aligning with the Sunnah

We will also cover Imam Al-Ghazali’s Ihya Ulum Al-Din (The Revival of the Religious Sciences), books 20-22.

Hosted at Walnut Creek Islamic Center. Streamed on MCC media channels. Watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/healing

– More Sidi Shahryar: https://mcceastbay.org/shahryar– Sidi Shahryar’s “The Soul’s Journey” Series: https://mcceastbay.org/journey– 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

Shahryar 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

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_miz9RAhI8c&list=PL9uyRQTMUugnOmH0oww_n0yUo6hEjEMUL&index=1

Mommy and Me Fall '24 Session | MCC's Mommy & Me Program
2024-08-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-15 10:00 - 11:00
In this five-week fall session, our toddlers and pre-schoolers (ages 1-5) will develop love for Islam, Allah (swt), and RasulAllah (saw) through book reading, sing-alongs, Parachute Time, activities, and more!
Thursdays, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, & 8/29 | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Conference Room | $70 for five sessions or $20 per session | Register at mcceastbay.org/happyhearts
These Mommy & Me sessions are designed for girls and boys ages one to four who are accompanied by a female guardian. Moms, grandmothers, and so on are welcome. This is also a great opportunity to connect with other moms and caretakers in the MCC community.
Our Mommy and Me sessions begin with dua and a salaam/greeting song and end with the Fi-Amanillah song and kid-favorite parachute time.
Questions? Happy Hearts Playgroup Facilitator Sr. Khadija at mommyandme@mcceastbay.org
MCC 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

Save Life: Rabbit Adoption Event | House Rabbit Society
2024-08-02 13:00 - 15:30
After the two Jumu’ah services at MCC on Friday, hop on over to the MCC Banquet Hall, where the House Rabbit Society will be showcasing adorable bunnies all set for adoption into their forever homes!
Friday, August 2 | 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | MCC Banquet Hall | Free; no RSVP required to attend | See adoption fee below

“Verily, there is a Heavenly reward for every act of kindness done to a living animal.”
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

Interested Adopters Checklist:

Please fill out the House Rabbit Society Adoption form here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HRS/Rabbit
First-time rabbit owners will need to take a virtual class on the basics of bunny care: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/d4f5925a/?appointmentTypeIds[]=32679809
The Adoption Fee of $50 (single rabbit) / $75 (bonded pair) includes spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

MCC Girl Scout Troop 30875 Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2024-08-02 13:30 - 16:00
MCC Girl Scouts Troop 30875 is selling arts and craft-related items as part of its fundraiser initiative for the Bronze Award Project, which aims to raise awareness of Ramadan and Eid in local school libraries.
Questions? girl-scouts@mcceastbay.org

Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
2024-08-02 13:30 - 16:00
For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024:

1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

Hafiz Atef Arabi delivers this sermon at MCC.

1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.

– Sidi Sarim Mundres delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center.

2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

– Ustadh Mohammed Abdul Baseer delivers this sermon at MCC.

3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m.

– Sidi Muhammad Elmarouk delivers this sermon at MCC.

Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. @ MCC to avoid heavier first-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 second or fourth Jumuah to ease up parking congestion or (better yet) attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer at 1:40 p.m. at Rosewood Conference Center: https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live

– More Hafiz Atif: http://mcceastbay.org/atef
– More Sidi Sarim: http://mcceastbay.org/sarim
– Ustadh Mohammed: http://mcceastbay.org/mohammed
– More Sidi Muhammad: http://mcceastbay.org/muhammad

For 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 and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Inclusive Family Movie Night | Bilal: A New Breed of Hero
2024-08-02 18:00 - 20:30
A thousand years ago, one boy with a dream of becoming a great warrior was abducted by his sister and taken to a land far away from home. Thrown into a world where greed and injustice rule all, Bilal finds the courage to raise his voice and make a change. Inspired by true events, this is a story of a real hero who earned his remembrance in time and history.
Join us on Friday evening for an inclusive family movie night about Bilal ibn Al Rabah (RA), the first caller to prayer in Islam. This is a great movie to take our children to and to show them the Islamic narrative and legacy.
Friday, Aug. 2 | 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | MCC Conference Room | RSVP to attend in-person at mcceastbay.org/inclusive
Free popcorn, pizza, & juice boxes provided. Special needs Muhsen supplies accommodations.
Co-sponsored by Muhsen Bay Area.
Learn more about this movie at: http://www.bilalmovie.com
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Women's Weekly Pilates Sessions | Seema Duhan
2024-08-03 08:30 - 10:00, 2024-08-10 08:30 - 10:00
For Sisters Only: Join us for a transformative body and mind experience every Saturday and Sunday morning with a Professional Yoga and Pilates Instructor. Stretch your muscles, shape your body, and relax your mind.
The recommended age is 20+ for Pilates Classes.
Sat. (8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.) & Sun. (8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.) | Weekly with a break in Ramadan ‘25 | Conference Room | Max 15 attendees per session | $15/session or $100/monthly | Register at mcceastbay.org/pilates
Pilates Classes
Pilates is based on six principles: breath, concentration, center, control, precision, and flow. It is designed to transform muscles and bones while strengthening the core. Regular practice of Pilates not only reshapes the musculoskeletal system but also helps regulate emotions. This class is highly beneficial for individuals over the age of 20 years. Participants will learn how to control muscle movement and maintain poses while regulating their breathing. Regular Pilates practice increases muscle endurance against daily wear and tear and enhances flexibility. Starting age is 20 years. All props will be provided except the Yoga mat and foam roller.
MCC 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

About the Instructor:
Seema Duhan represented her university in athletics at the national level in India. A health enthusiast, she began learning yoga and Pilates a few years ago and, inspired by the transformation in her own body, decided to teach Pilates and stretching to fellow Muslim sisters to promote body awareness. Seema is currently pursuing her Pilates Instructor certification.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

New Muslim Brunch | MCC Convert Care Team
2024-08-03 10:30 - 13:30
For Converts and Friends/Family: Join us over a brunch to keep the connections alive and to stay connected with people who bring beauty and Deen into our lives! Indulge in fluffy waffles and many other treats for everyone.
Saturday, Aug. 3 | 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.| Banquet Hall | In-person only | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/brunch

– How MCC supports new Muslims: https://mcceastbay.org/convert-care
– Recordings of educational talks for reverts playlist: https://mcceastbay.org/after-shahada
– Shahadah moments at the MCC: https://mcceastbay.org/shahada

Questions? mentorship@mcceastbay.org

*Canceled* #TeamFajr Monthly Sunday Breakfast & Qur'an Khatam
2024-08-04 05:30 - 06:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
*This month’s #TeamFajr is canceled*
“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]
Join Qari Amar Bellaha on the first Sunday of each month. Pray the pre-dawn prayer in congregation (5:15 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.
Qari 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
This program is also streamed virtually at https://mcceastbay.org/live.
2024 Sunday Monthly Khatam with Qari Amar:

-January 7, 2024
– February 4, 2024
-March 3, 2024
-May 5, 2024
-June 2, 2024
-July 7, 2024
-August 4, 2024
-September 1, 2024
-October 6, 2024
November 3, 2024
-December 1, 2024

The 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 Qur’an khatam.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

More Qari Amar: https://mcceastbay.org/amar
Imam al-Haddad’s litanies (al-Wird al-Latif): https://mcceastbay.org/wird
The Prophet (Peace be upon him) said, “He who performs the Fajr will be under the protection of Allah.” [Muslim]
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “The best prayer before Allah is Fajr prayer on Friday in congregation.”

Monthly Sisterhood Hike | Sisters in the Outdoors
2024-08-04 06:30 - 10:30
Join us from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 4, for a Sunday 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
If 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.

– When: Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024
– Time: 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Please arrive a little early to park and find the group. The group can wait till 6:40 a.m. and will start the hike. Please be on time since we cannot hold the group.
– Carpool: We highly recommend carpooling. No carpool from MCC is available for this hike. Carpool encouraged others on this hike.
– Parking: There is a $5 parking fee.
– Location: Sycamore Grove Park
– Trail: Sycamore Grove Trail with South Loop
– Distance: 3.9 miles
– All Trails: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/sycamore-grove-trail-with-south-loop?sh=kyrhg8
– Difficulty: Moderate
– 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.
– RSVP: By Saturday, Aug. 3, please let us know you are coming for this hike: https://mcceastbay.org/rsvp

Sr. 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.
For future hikes, please subscribe to the MCC newsletter and/or add your phone number to the Women’s Hiking WhatsUp group.
Please wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes, carry a water bottle, a small snack, a hat, sunglasses, and hiking poles if you have one.
Questions? hiking@mcceastbay.org
About this trail:
Explore 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.

Private Event
2024-08-06 18:30 - 22:00, 2024-08-15 19:00 - 21:00
Conference Room

MCC Girl Scout Troop 30875 Bake Sale @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2024-08-09 13:30 - 16:00
Support our MCC Girl Scouts Troop 30875 Bake Sale! The girls are raising funds for their Silver Award Project, which focuses on assisting children cope with mental health issues.
Questions? girl-scouts@mcceastbay.org

Human Appeal Inc. Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2024-08-09 13:30 - 16:00
Human Appeal is holding its second annual event, Together for Gaza, at Fremont Marriott on Sunday, August 18. The event will feature Sh. Yasir Qadhi and Dalia Mogahed. You can purchase tickets here.

Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
2024-08-09 13:30 - 16:00
For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday, Aug. 9, 2024:

*1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

Sidi Afraz Khan delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.

– Ustadh Omar Naisan delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center.

2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

– Sidi Afraz Khan delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m.

– Ustadh Omar Naisan delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

*Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. @ MCC to avoid heavier first-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 second or fourth Jumuah to ease up parking congestion or (better yet) attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer at 1:40 p.m. at Rosewood Conference Center: https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live

– More Sidi Afraz: https://mcceastbay.org/afraz
– More Ustadh Omar: https://mcceastbay.org/omar

For 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 and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Seerah Immersion Retreat | Imam Mikaeel Smith & Shaykh Abdullah Waheed (Miftaah Institute)
2024-08-09 19:00 - 2024-08-10 17:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
How can we love the Prophet ﷺ if we do not know him? And how can we know him without studying his life?
The seerah of the Prophet ﷺ is the primary way we know of the life of the Prophet ﷺ and his Companions. How did the Prophet ﷺ fare when given revelation? What happened during the Year of Sorrow? How did he and his Companions leave Makkah persecuted and return as rulers? Prepare to embark on a spiritual and intellectual journey that will deepen your love for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and strengthen your connection to the teachings of Islam.
Friday, Aug. 9 & Saturday, Aug. 10 | 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Friday) & 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Saturday) | MCC Prayer Hall | $20/in person or $10 to watch live | Register at http://mcceastbay.org/immersion
Join us for this enlightening Seerah Immersion with Shaykh Abdullah Waheed & Imam Mikaeel Smith. Let’s uncover the timeless wisdom and inspiration found in the life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ together.
Sponsored by Miftaah Institute & MCC East Bay.
If you would like to volunteer, please use this form: https://forms.gle/3TuhtHyntBUxNDTd6
Do you offer babysitting?
Yes, for children ages 2-9 years old. Please see the registration page at http://mcceastbay.org/immersion
Are there food options?
Yes, we will have food trucks in the MCC parking lot for attendees to grab dinner on Friday and lunch and dinner on Saturday.

From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. (or until food sells out) on Friday, August 9: 523 Southern Halal BBQ And Soul Food
From 12:45 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (or until food sells out on Saturday, August 10: YeeShaans Halal Grubb

What is the schedule for the event?
Day 1 (Friday):

Mecca

Virtues of Seeking Knowledge

Prophet Muhammad’s ﷺ Birth

Under the Care of Ḥalīma

Time with Āminah bint Wahb

Time with Abdul Muṭṭalib

Under Abu Ṭalib’s Care

Early Teenage Years:

Ḥarb al-Fijār

Hilf Al-Fudul

Time As A Merchant

The Marriage Proposal

The Household of the Prophet

Rebuilding the Kabah

Day 2 (Saturday):

Pre-Revelation Events:

First Revelation

The Quiet Call to Islam

The Open Call to Islam

Migration to Abyssinia

Hamza’s RA Conversion

Umar’s RA Conversion

The Boycott

The Year of Sorrow

The Journey to Ṭā’if

Israa and Miraaj

The First Pledge

The Second Pledge

Are there vendor opportunities?
We cannot accommodate vendors due to the number of expected attendees and the program’s format.
Is there a live stream option?
We strongly encourage our community to attend in person. If you are unable to make it in person, please register for our live stream option at $10/viewer.
Who are the retreat speakers?
Shaykh Abdullah Waheed was born and raised in the suburbs of Detroit, MI. He commenced his studies at the age of ten in Toronto, Canada, where he went to memorize the Quran. Shaykh Abdullah is a co-founder and instructor at Miftaah Institute and the Director of Islamic Affairs at Flint Islamic Center. Shaykh Abdullah travels across North America for khutbas, workshops, and seminars. He is known for his motivational and enthusiastic style of speaking, which leaves the audience desiring to better themselves.
Imam Mikaeel Smith previously served as a resident scholar at the Islamic Society of Annapolis and the Islamic Society of Baltimore. He grew up in a deeply spiritual Christian home in Buffalo, NY. At 18, he embraced Islam after reading the Qur’an and Malcolm X’s Autobiography and then completed his Qur’an memorization. He continued his studies in Jami’a Abu Noor in Damascus, Syria. Imam Mikael published a book called “With The Heart In Mind,” in which he asks readers to consider an alternative understanding of intelligence, in which the primary function of the intellect is to know God and lead others to Him. Purchase it here.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Join Us For A Day Of:

Strengthen Your Connection: Join Us for a Spiritual Journey

Journey Through History: Explore the Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

Embrace the Seerah: Deepen Your Love for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

Join Shaykh Abdullah Waheed and Imam Mikaeel Smith as we journey from the moments of revelation to the triumphs of Medina!
Mark your calendars for August 9th—10th and prepare for an enlightening experience that will ignite your spirit and deepen your connection to Islam’s teachings!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding and love for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Reserve your spot now.

American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month: San Ramon City Council
2024-08-13 19:00 - 19:30 | San Ramon Council Chamber, , 7000 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Ramon, CA, 94583, United States
https://youtu.be/pGeFTuCQFIEhttps://youtu.be/ihc5w-4ReHE

At 7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, the San Ramon City Council will join communities throughout California to recognize August 2024 as Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. The SRVIC Board of Directors accepts the Proclamation on behalf of Tri-Valley Muslims.

The MCC encourages all congregation members to attend in person, watch the live stream, and express our community’s appreciation for this and other upcoming Proclamations:

– San Ramon at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13: https://mcceastbay.org/event/san-ramon-city-council-proclamation
– Livermore (TBA) at 3 p.m. on Monday, August 19: https://mcceastbay.org/event/livermore-city-council-proclamation
– Dublin at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20: https://mcceastbay.org/event/dublin-council/
– Pleasanton at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20: https://mcceastbay.org/event/plesanton-city-council

The MCC encourages all congregation members to attend in person and express our community’s appreciation. We especially encourage residents who live and work in the City of San Ramon.

This is the fourth year the San Ramon City Council has had this Proclamation. These are the Tri-Valley City Council commemorations in 2022: https://youtu.be/lPt53HC3RTo

This Proclamation acknowledges the rich history and guiding virtues of American Muslims. It commends Muslim communities in California for their lasting positive impact and continues to push toward advancing the state and the nation.

The San Ramon City Council follows in the footsteps of other City Councils in the San Francisco Bay Area, like Santa Clara, Pleasanton, Hayward, Dublin, Livermore, Union City, Oakland, San Jose, and Redwood City. The Proclamation is likely the first agenda item, so please be on time for the virtual meeting at 7 p.m.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Our community sincerely thanks Brother Musa Tariq at CAIR – San Francisco Bay Area. For several years, he has facilitated these Proclamations in the Bay Area.

– More CAIR-cosponsored events: https://mcceastbay.org/cair

These city Proclamations commemorate the California Assembly’s designation of August as American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. Assemblymember Bill Quirk has introduced this resolution for the past seven years to commemorate American Muslim Appreciation and Awareness Month. The ceremonies take place during the first few minutes of the city’s council meeting.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Principles of Religion: Manners III | Ustadha Nihad Hemmoudeh
2024-08-15 12:30 - 13:15
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 made publicly available on MCC’s YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.

Ustadha Nihad is using the book, “The Forty in the Fundamentals of Religion” by Al-Ghazali. This is part three of the “Principles of Religion” series, which will focus on praiseworthy characteristics.
12:30 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. PST | Thursdays | 12 consecutive weeks from Aug. 15 to Oct. 31, 2024 | No pre-registration needed | Join live each week at 12:30 p.m. on Zoom at mcceastbay.org/principles

Watch the prior sessions in this series: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/principle-series More Ustadha Nihad:

– Ustadha Nihad’s “Principles of Religion” series: https://mcceastbay.org/principle-series

– Ustadha Nihad’s “Women Around the Messenger” series: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/women-series

– Ustadha Nihad’s “Forty Hadith Qudsi” series: https://mcceastbay.org/qudsi

– Ustadha’s Nihad’s “Pearls of Islam: The Wives of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)” series: https://mcceastbay.org/pearls-series

– Ustadha Nihad’s Surah al-Kahf series: https://mcceastbay.org/kahf

– Ustadha Nihad’s Juz Amma series: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-tafseer

– Hafidha Nihad’s Sahaba (Companions) Series Sessions: https://mcceastbay.org/companions-series

– Ust. Nohad’s Al-Nawawi Hadith Series: https://mcceastbay.org/nawawi

– More Ustadha Nihad: https://mcceastbay.org/nihad

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Humanity-Increased Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2024-08-16 13:30 - 16:00
Humanity-Increased is a 501 (c3) US-based charity in California whose mission is to help those in need and promote human transformation. They are raising funds for Sudan and Gaza. Please visit their table this Friday to learn more about how you can support their cause.

Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
2024-08-16 13:30 - 16:00
For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024:

*1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

Shaykh Talal Ahdab delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.

– Dr. Imam Sherif Ahmed delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center.

2:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

– Dr. Imam Sherif Ahmed delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

3:40 p.m. – 4 p.m.

– Sidi Shaan Mukhtar delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

*Please attend at 2:30 or 3:40 p.m. @ MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible, or attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service each week at Rosewood Commons, 4400 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton.Please note that the former HP lot (now Pleasanton School District) is no longer available to our congregation. Please come to the second or fourth Jumuah to ease up parking congestion or (better yet) attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer at 1:40 p.m. at Rosewood Conference Center: https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live

– More Shaykh Talal: http://mcceastbay.org/talal
– More Sidi Shaan: http://mcceastbay.org/shaan

For 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 and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
