In the Name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful 

Bismillah hir Rahman nir Rahim - In the Name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful 

 Islamic Shura Council of So Cal

October 14, 2014 | 20 Dhul Hijjah 1435H

Newsletter Issue # 300 

" And there is no creature on earth but that upon God is its provision, and He knows its place of dwelling and place of storage. All is in a clear register." ~ Qur'an 11:6

MOSQUES WELCOME SO CAL

 This coming weekend, October 18 and 19, more than 28 Mosques will welcome neighbors and friends of all faiths (or no faith) at the annual Open Mosque Day event, organized by the Islamic Shura Council for more than a decade.


 We have 
expanded Open Mosque Day to two days this year in response to requests from our interfaith friends. We are also excited this year to have special presentations about Islam in Spanish and Vietnamese languages. For more details click here.

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NEWS

News

 It is with a sense of deep loss, we learn of the demise of Dr. Ali Mazrui, a giant of a scholar with a gentle soul. Dr. Mazrui taught across continents at top universities of the world and was recognized as one of the world's top 100 intellectuals. Dr. Mazrui's wise counsel was sought by Presidents, Prime Ministers and Statesmen alike but he always made himself equally available to his students and ordinary folks. Please click here to view a small sample of his books. Also see videos of  Dr. Mazrui's views on President Obama and race relations


 
Indeed, we come from God and to Him we return. The Shura Council joins the world in mourning the loss of Dr. Ali Mazrui and prays for forgiveness for his shortcomings and that he may rest in peace in the best of heavens.


 
We thank you for your support and celebrate this 300th issue of your newsletter and invite you to take a ride down memory lane from the newsletter archives since 2008.


 
The Shura Council applauds the Islamic Society of Corona-Norco for joining hands with Chelsea Dischinger, a fellow Coronan, to selflessly help the Kurdish refugees. Read the story here.


 
Angelenos will gather on Oct 25th to advocate for Justice Not Jails with congressional and faith leaders speaking in one voice to build schools and dismantle jails.


 
The Shura Council is proud to be part of a landmark supreme court case to protect the religious rights of Abdul Maalik Muhammad. For details click here and here and here.


 
The Islamic Institute of Orange County is seeking a full-time Outreach Coordinator.


 

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BULLYING AND HARASSMENT

No to bullying

 Islamophobia victimizes children the most. In most cases children cannot differentiate between lighthearted jokes and deep-seated hate. Educating oneself about bullying can be empowering. We urge  parents to avail the following helpful resources and also have regular conversations with children for their emotional well-being. Open communication helps, lack there of hurts.   

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EVENTS

October Calendar

 Visit our community calendar that lists various community events.  Below please find just a small sample of the events in our calendar. To view all events, click here.


 Oct. 17

> Being Muslim in America: Oxymoron or Reality talk in Rancho Cucamonga.

> The Crisis of ISIS community forum at ICSGV.


 Oct. 18

> Open Mosque Day I - Various Southern California Mosques.

> Eid at the Beach, Eid Celebration at Cal State Long Beach.


 Oct. 19

> Open Mosque Day II - Various Southern California Mosques.


 Oct. 25

> AQL Seminar in Corona.

> Restoring Hope Transforming Lives banquet in Garden Grove.


 Oct. 26

> Welcome back Hajjis and Hajjahs picnic in Orange.


 Oct. 31

> Legacy of Imam Siraj Wahhaj, tribute and dinner in Garden Grove.


 
To list your upcoming event in our community calendar, just click here or email us at info@shuracouncil.org.


 

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NEWSLETTER SPONSOR
OPEN MOSQUE DAY 2014
OCT. 18 & 19
 
Local Mosques Host their Communities on
Either Sat. 10/18 or Sun. 10/19
for updates and more information.
NEWSLETTER SPONSOR
2ND ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM
CALIFORNIA JAILS AND MUSLIM INMATES
Prison Outreach Symposium 11.15.14  
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 15TH
GARDEN GROVE, CA
Suggested Donation: $10 
(no one turned away due to lack of funds)
Please RSVP to info@shuracouncil.org 
IN THIS ISSUE
MOSQUES WELCOME SO CAL
NEWS
BULLYING & HARASSMENT
EVENTS

Majlis Members

  

Staff


Shakeel Syed

Executive Director 

 Elaine Younes

  Office Manager 
Imam Abu Ishaq Abdul Hafiz
Prison Outreach Programs and Services Director
Kalim Farooki
Development Officer

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The Islamic Shura Council is an umbrella organization of Mosques and Muslim organizations serving the Muslims of Southern California. Since 1995,  the Council continues to foster the spirit and culture of "working together" at all levels in one of the most diverse and largest Muslim populations in the country.