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

February 3, 2015| 13 Rabi Al-Thani 1436H

Newsletter Issue # 316 

"And enjoin prayer upon your family [and people] and be steadfast therein. We ask you not for provision; We provide for you, and the [best] outcome is for [those of] righteousness." ~ Qur'an 20:132

SOLD OUT

 

2015 Conference Flyer

Bazaar space is sold out and we thank all the "early birds." Please call us at (714.373.6473) for limited stand by reservations for the bazaar or to advertise in a historical 20-Year Anniversary souvenir. 


 The Shura Council is pleased to announce for the first time ever, we will have a talent show by and for Muslim Youth. Please click here for details and to sign up. Again this year, all students with a valid student ID can attend the conference for free. Please register here. The conference will feature guest and local speakers honoring and celebrating SoCal Muslims' Past and Present and will also discuss future plans. We welcome your participation in these important discussions. Remember, "only" together we can make a difference!


 
Conference and banquet tickets can be purchased here for the 20-year anniversary of the Shura Council on Saturday, March 21st. Let us together, "Honor the Past, Celebrate the Present and Shape the Future." 

 

More good news will be shared in this space in the coming weeks. In the interim, urge your family and friends to join you in working together to continue to build Muslim life for tomorrow's Muslims, today!


 
This week, we are pleased to introduce another speaker,

Dr. Altaf Husain. Dr. Husain has done his PhD in Social work and is past president of the national MSA and is the current Vice President of ISNA-USA. Click here to watch Dr. Altaf Husain.

 

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$100,000 SAVINGS
 

Mosque Insurance

Shura Council is pleased to share the good news that some of its member Masajid have saved more than $100,000 by participating in the Shura Council's Masjid Group Insurance Program. These savings now allow Masajid to serve their respective communities even more. 


 

The Shura Council's Masjid Group Insurance Program is a testament of strength in 'working together.' If your Masjid is not part of this program, please give us a call at (714) 373-6473.


 

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NEWS


 

Free Tax ClinicThe Shura Council thanks ISOC for hosting its first FREE Tax Clinic. The second FREE Tax Clinic on Sunday, Feb 8th, will be held at the Islamic Center of Northridge from 10 am to 2 pm. If your total household income is $50,000 or less, you are eligible to benefit from this free service offered by the Muslim CPAs and certified tax professionals. 


 
Advanced registration is still open and highly encouraged. On site registrants may only be serviced on space available basis. 

 

"Hon. Halim Dhanidina is a Muslim judge not despite of his religion but because of it," writes LA Times.


 
Texas-style hate is un-American by any standard. Let it be known that Muslims do not hate Texas lawmaker, Molly White for her misrepresentation of America where Islam has a long standing.


 
In jest: a comic artist challenges America to dismantle Muslim myths.


 

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EVENTS
 

Feb. 2015 Calendar

 Many exciting events are happening this month. Below please find a sample of community events. To view the full calendar and see what's happening in your community, click here.


 Feb. 7

> Access California Services annual Gala in Anaheim.

> American Muslim Acheivement Award in Los Angeles.


Feb. 8

> Free Tax Clinic - S.F. Valley


 Feb. 13

> Activism in Islam and the Prophet's Life with Shakeel Syed, Executive Director of the Shura Council in Lomita.

> Love Struck, youth program in Anaheim.

  

Feb. 14

> ReMosque-ing America, fundraiser in Anaheim.

> Islamic Bioethics and End-of-Life Care workshop in Rowland Heights.


 
Feb. 15

> Prophetic Impact with Imam Suhaib Webb in Claremont.

> Free Tax Clinic - Los Angeles


 
To list your upcoming event in our community calendar, just click here or email us at [email protected].


 

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CELEBRATING 20 YEARS
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NEWS
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

2015 Committees

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Arbitration

Dr. Ahmed Soboh

 Bylaws

Hedab Tarifi, Dr. Ahmed Soboh & Shakeel Syed
Fundraising & Membership
Dr. S. Arif Rizvi, Kalim Farooki
Interfaith Relations
Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi & Shakeel Syed
Religious Affairs
Imam Mustafa Umar, Imam Taha Hassane & Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi
Youth Outreach
Imam Jihad Saafir & Imam Mustafa Umar

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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.