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Jan. 27, 2017
Assalamu Alaikum
Dear Family & Friends of ICSC,
Are you looking to expand your knowledge, spark your inspiration, or explore ways to give back? If so, join us this weekend at the Islamic Center for a dynamic lineup of educational programs and fun activities.
On Sunday, at 10 a.m., our college-aged youth will debut their new weekly program, 21st Century Muslims, with a presentation by Ibrahim Mohammed titled, "Persuasion and How it Works." Meantime, Dr. Najeeba Syeed will deliver her closing session of her Highlights of the Qur'an series, "Stories of Prophetic Hope and Resilience." Over the past four weeks, Dr. Najeeba has shared prophetic examples of how to stay compassionate, strong and engaged during challenging times. At 11 a.m., Parents Circle will continue its discussion surrounding the second chapter of the book, "Positive Parenting for the Muslim Home."
At noon, we will welcome Dr. Khaled Abou El Fadl to present his analysis of "The New Laws and Persecution of American Muslim Organizations." While our civic organizations are working harder than ever to protect the civil liberties of Muslims across America, they are bracing themselves for coming challenges. This conversation has never been more important.
We look forward to seeing you and your loved ones this weekend.
In peace,
Islamic Center of Southern California
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In this Issue
- Friday Khutbas: Listen to our last khutba, "The Inauguration of the 45th President" by Dr. Khaled Abou El Fadl
- Coming Up: Parents Circle continues with a discussion of Ch. 2 of "Positive Parenting in the Muslim Home"
- Community Corner: See photos from our Women's Self-Defense Workshop
- Donate: Please donate generously to support our Center
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Listen to Last Week's Friday Khutba (Jan. 20)
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This Weekend
1 p.m. - Jumma'a Khutba & Prayer
10:30 a.m. - ICSC Food Pantry
Volunteers arrive @ 9:45 a.m.
10 a.m. - 21st Century Muslims
A program for students ages 18-24
Ibrahim Mohammed
Topic: "Persuasion and How it Works"
10 a.m. - Highlights of the Qur'an
Dr. Najeeba Syeed
Topic: "Stories of Prophetic Hope & Resilience"
Part 4 of a 4-week series
11 a.m. - Parents Circle
Edina Lekovic & Tarek Shawky
Noon - Sunday Lecture
Dr. Khaled Abou El Fadl
Topic: "The New Laws and Persecution of American Muslim Organizations"
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TUESDAY (1/31)
6:30 p.m. - Qur'an Recitation & Memorization
Asim Buyuksoy
THURSDAY (2/2)
6:30 p.m. - Message of the Qur'an
Asim Buyuksoy
FRIDAY (2/3)
1 p.m. - Jumma'a Khutba & Prayer
10:30 a.m. - ICSC Food Pantry
Volunteers arrive @ 9:45 a.m.
SUNDAY (2/5)
10 a.m. - 21st Century Muslims
A program for students ages 18-24
Topic: TBD
10 a.m. - Highlights of the Qur'an
Dr. Saleh Kholaki
Topic: "Rahmah: The Concept of Mercy"
Part 1 of a 4-week series
11 a.m. - Parents Circle
Edina Lekovic & Tarek Shawky
Noon - Sunday Lecture
Dr. Zaman Stanizai
Topic: "God: Whom the Boldness of Thought Cannot Contain and the Depth of Perception Cannot Grasp"
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Women's Self-Defense Workshop
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Thank you to Lila Smadja and Dawna Gonzales from 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu for providing valuable pointers in our Women's Self-Defense Workshop. The dozen women and girls who participated left feeling more knowledgeable and empowered about how to protect themselves. Lila and Dawna shared basic "awareness and avoidance tactics" before moving into the hands-on training portion of the workshop. They also shared safety tips to keep in mind when walking down the street or riding alone in an Uber/Lyft, and also demonstrated two jiu jitsu based self-defense moves to use if ever put into a physically compromising situation. |
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Prayer Times
We are open for prayers five times a day, every day. The iqama (announcement for prayer) is ten minutes after the Call to Prayer (athan). You can find prayer times on our website.
"So be patient.
Indeed, the promise of Allah is truth."
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