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October at Berlin masjid – Sunday school, Arabic classes and Qur’an classes begin

Assalaamu-alaikum,
Iqama times are:
Fajr – Half hour after Adhan time, Dhuhr – 1:00pm, Asar – 5:00pm, Maghrib – sunset and Isha – 10 minutes after the Adhan until 7:30pm. Isha will stay at 7:30pm for the winter
For more information visit our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/IAGHBERLIN and enjoy the pictures of our recent events(Don’t forget to like us on facebook) and visit our website at https://www.berlinmosque.org/
IF YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN REFUGEE RELIEF WORK – PLEASE LET US KNOW BY E-MAILING ME BACK – email to follow with relief needs and a link to the website for this important work of welcoming our brothers and sisters with hospitality.
SPECIAL EVENTS:
1. Friday Saturday 30th – Dr. Yusuf Islahi lecture from Maghrib to Isha.
Food after Isha provided by HHRD – Helping Hands
2. Saturday October 8th – 5:30pm to 7:30pm – Tree of Life trip to Palestine and Bosnia. Come and be a part of this amazing activist training journey to understand the real struggle the Palestinians face and come back an activist! This is a pot luck dinner event. Please sign up to bring a dish:
 
3. Saturday October 15th – MYAC – Youth sports evening. Details to follow….
4. Saturday October 22nd – MCCT Annual Leadership banquet 5pm to 9pm at Farmington Marriott – ‘The Refugee Experience’. Awards to Gov. Dannel Malloy, IRIS and Catholic Charities.
For tickets contact Aida Mansoor 860-794-5141
 
5. Saturday October 30th CAIR-CT banquet 4pm to 7pm Keynote – Linda Sarsour. Hillspoint Hotel Windsor Locks
Daily and weekly events:
Daily –  Join us for the daily prayers in congregation – Short Khathira with Imam Refai after Isha daily
Weekly
– Wednesday 6:00pm – New convert book club – ‘Being Muslim’ by Asad Tarsin with Mike Karpman
– Friday 6pm to 7:30pm – Youth evening – Umar bin Al-Khattab – documentary discussion- Imam Refai
– Friday Jumma khotba – 1pm to 1:40pm
 
Sunday School 10:30am to 1:30pm. Please stay for Dhuhr Salat so your children benefit from the youth centered prayer and the learning experience of this.
Qur’an class Monday and Thursdays – from 6pm to 7:30pm. Cost $20 each student per month.
Arabic classes Saturday – 9am to 11am. Intermediate with Imam Refai and advanced with Sr. Ghoufran.
Reza
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Who do we vote for? Conference on political education at Berlin masjid – Friday 9/9/16

Assalaamu-alaikum,
The Muslim Leadership Association of Connecticut is hosting a conference on – ‘Deciding Our Political Fate’
When: Friday 9th September
Where: Islamic Association of Greater Hartford – 1781 Berlin Turnpike
Time: 5pm to 7:10pm (Iftar courtesy of the masjid)
Educate, Organize and be a catalyst for Change.
Speakers include Mongi Dhaouadi – (keynote), Imam Refai Arefin, Alicia Strong and Gulafshan Khalil Alavi.
The speakers will speak about what Islam allows in terms of political involvement, the current political climate and grassroots involvement. It is vital we vote and learn about the process of making a difference.
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Eid Day – Monday September 12th – Prayer and BBQ Picnic

Assalaamu-alaikum dear brothers and sisters,
Monday the 12th of September will be the day of Eid – Inshah Allah. Here are the arrangements for that day:
First prayer will be at Berlin masjid at 7am (Takbeer will be at 6:30am)
Second prayer will be at the XL Center at 10am (Takbeer will be at 9:30am) – United Eid Salat
Please come early as parking will be a challenge and bring your prayer rugs with you. Eid Mubarak to you all.
BBQ and picnic – 2pm to Maghrib on Eid day – chicken, hot dogs and burgers provided by the masjid. The picnic will be at Churchill Park, 1991 Main Street, Newington. Please sign up to bring a dish to share:
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September at Berlin masjid – Sunday school, Arabic classes and Qur’an classes begin

Assalaamu-alaikum,
Alhamdulillah – after a wonderful summer break we are having more activities at the masjid and would love to have you join us.
Iqama times are:
Fajr – Half hour after Adhan time, Dhuhr – 1:00pm, Asar – 5:30pm, Maghrib – sunset and Isha – 10 minutes after the Adhan (summer time)
For more information visit our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/IAGHBERLIN and enjoy the pictures of our recent events(Don’t forget to like us on facebook) and visit our website at https://www.berlinmosque.org/
IF YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN REFUGEE RELIEF WORK – PLEASE LET US KNOW BY E-MAILING ME BACK (mansoor111@aol.com) – email to follow with relief needs and a link to the website for this important work of welcoming our brothers and sisters with hospitality.
EID UL ADHA: THE DATE WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE DATE OF ARAFAT IN SAUDI ARABIA. ONCE KNOWN I WILL SEND ANOTHER E-MAIL: 1ST PRAYER AT 7AM AT BERLIN MASJID; 2ND PRAYER AT XL-CENTER AT 10AM. THERE WILL BE A CHARGE TO OFFSET THE COST OF THE RENTAL.
SPECIAL EVENTS:
1. Saturday September 3rd – 6pm to 8pm – Refugee Relief dinner 6pm to 8pm – Please sign up and bring a dish to share with our friends. Sign up at: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0d4eaea723a7fa7-community9
2. Friday September 9th – 5pm to 7:30pm – “November 2016: Deciding Political Fate” – Muslim Leadership Association of CT. Iftar will be served as we are encouraged to fast these first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah. Our involvement in the voting process is vital as our future in the USA is determined by our participation. See the amazing coverage by our youth – Alhamdulillah taking a proactive stance on this: http://ctmirror.org/2016/08/25/trump-ignites-activism-among-young-muslims-in-connecticut/
 
3. Sunday September 18th 3pm to 6pm – Youth Hangout: INTERFAITH PAINT OFF. Age 14-20yrs – RSVP required
4. Saturday September 24th– A Happy Marriage – In light of the Qur’an and Sunnah. From Maghrib to Esha. Mufti Ruhul Amin Qasmi and Mufti Noman Vazir Qasmi – Shariah Board of New York. This is a family education event with a pot-luck dinner. Please sign up to bring a dish:  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0d4eaea723a7fa7-community10
Daily and weekly events:
Daily –  Join us for the daily prayers in congregation – Short Khathira with Imam Refai after Isha daily
Weekly
– Wednesday 6:00pm – New convert book club – ‘Being Muslim’ by Asad Tarsin with Mike Karpman
– Friday 6pm to 7:30pm – Youth evening – Umar bin Al-Khattab – documentary discussion- Imam Refai
– Friday Jumma khotba – 1pm to 1:40pm
Sunday School starts Sunday September 4th at 10am. Please stay for Dhuhr Salat so your children benefit from the youth centered prayer and learning experience of this.
Qur’an class starts with registration and first class on Thursday September 8th from 6pm to 7:30pm. Classes will be every Monday and Thursday. Cost $20 each student.
Arabic classes start Saturday 3rd September – 9am to 11am. Registration and first class on the 3rd. Cost $100 a semester (till December) Two levels. Intermediate with Imam Refai and advanced with Sr. Ghoufran.
Reza
Reza Mansoor
Author – Stigmatized: From 9/11 to Trump and Beyond – An American Muslim Journey.
Book discussion and signing events:
1. Book signing and discussion with Governor Lowell Weicker at Old Lyme Congregational Church – on Sunday August 21st at 4pm. http://www.tolef.org/events/august-forum/
3. Book signing and discussion at Hartford Seminary September 20th at 7pm – http://www.hartsem.edu/event/book-talk-and-signing-with-dr-reza-mansoor/
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August 2016 at Berlin Masjid

Assalaamu-alaikum brothers and sisters,
After the blessed month of Ramadan and all the activities we had, it has been quieter but the masjid is still open for all 5 daily prayers. Please take advantage of this.
Iqama times are:
Fajr – Half hour after Adhan time, Dhuhr – 1:30pm, Asar – 6:00pm, Maghrib – sunset and Isha – 10 minutes after the Adhan (summer time)
For more information visit our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/IAGHBERLIN and enjoy the pictures of our recent events(Don’t forget to like us on facebook) and visit our website at https://www.berlinmosque.org/
IF YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN REFUGEE RELIEF WORK – PLEASE LET US KNOW BY E-MAILING ME BACK – email to follow with relief needs and a link to the website for this important work of welcoming our brothers and sisters with hospitality.
SPECIAL EVENTS:
1. Saturday August 6th – 2pm to 8pm – Summer Kickback – by MYAC youth – Sports, barbeque and fun! Free entry and parking – 1991 Main Street, Newington, CT
2. Friday August 12th 6pm to 9:30pm – Story night – ACCUSED with Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan – Suitable for ages 12 and up. Admission fee $20. Welte Auditorium, CCSU, Ella Grasso Blvd, New Britain
3. Saturday August 13th 6pm to 8pm – Hajj workshop with Imam Refai and pot-luck dinner – Berlin masjid conference hall. Please sign up to bring a dish to share.  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0d4eaea723a7fa7-community8
4. Saturday August 20th – MUSLIM MATCH UP – 5pm to 8pm – This is to help our unmarried brothers and sisters find their partners. Please visit muslimmatchup.org for details. The event will be held at CCSU. Deadline to sign up – August 1st.
Daily and weekly events:
Daily –  Join us for the daily prayers in congregation – Short Khathira with Imam Refai after Isha daily
Weekly
– Wednesday 6:00pm – New convert book club – ‘Being Muslim’ by Asad Tarsin with Mike Karpman
– Friday 6pm to 7:30pm – Youth evening – Umar bin Al-Khattab – documentary discussion- Imam Refai
– Friday Jumma khotba – 1pm to 1:40pm
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Last Nights of Ramadan and Eid Information

Assalaamu-alaikum,

Dear brothers and sisters,

Alhamdulilah – we have been blessed with another amazing month. I hope and pray that you were able to benefit from this month. Thank you for donating generously to our annual Ramadan fundraiser. We have raised about $115,000 in the last week. If you wish to donate please bring your donations to the masjid or click the button.

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The neighboring owner has expressed that he will be moving and we are in the process of assessing this property for our needs. We will keep you informed of our plans as we finalize them.

In these last nights of Ramadan and the approach of Eid, I do want to make you aware of the following:

Today – Saturday July 2nd – Youth program from 6pm to 7:30pm with Imam Refai

– Tonight 28th night of Ramadan – Community iftar and dinner.

– After 4 rakah of Tharaveeh – recognition of graduating students from IAGH Sunday School.

– After 8 rakah of Tharaveeh – Children’s (babysitting) activities program award ceremony.

Tomorrow – Sunday night (29th night of Ramadan) – Khatam Al Qur’an and distribution of sweets to take out.

We will collect money for the Imam’s on these last few nights of Ramadan. Sheikh Faragali brought a wonderful sense of tranquility with his demeanor and beautiful recitation of the Qur’an. Imam Refai and Sheikh Sami Shamma and Mohammad Ghonaim added to the spirituality with their beautiful lectures. Please donate generously.

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO GIVE YOUR ZAKAT-UL-FITR – $10 PER PERSON PER IN EACH HOUSEHOLD. WE WILL GIVE IT TO THE INDIGENT AND REFUGEES IN GREATER HARTFORD

Eid according to the the Majlis-us-Shura of North America and ISNA will be on Wednesday July 6th.

– First prayer at the masjid at 7am

– Second prayer at XL center – 1 Civic Center Plaza, Hartford at 10am – there is an admission cost to rent the place – $10 per person and $25 per family. Please come 15 minutes early so that you can park. You can park in the Church Street (250 Church Street) or Morgan Street (155 Morgan Street) garages.

Please bring your prayer mats with you as the floor maybe hard and cold.

The Muslim Coalition of Connecticut Eid Carnival will be on Sunday July 10th. Please visit MCCT.US and purchase your tickets on line or at Berlin masjid – from brother Mukhtar (860)-966-8041. Halal buffet and rides and all soft drinks are free with purchase of the tickets. Direct link: http://www.muslimcoalitionct.org/eid-carnival.html

Eid Mubarak!

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IAGH Statement Regarding the Tragic Mass Shooting in Orlando, Florida

IAGH Statement of Condolence:
 
“We are deeply saddened by the Tragic loss of life in this horrific mass shooting act of terror by a deeply troubled individual. We mourn the loss of innocent life and our prayers are for the victims and their families and friends. We stand in solidarity with all Americans in mourning this horrific tragedy. Islam does not condone or permit the killing of innocents.”
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Spiritual Preparation for Ramadan – Potluck Event Saturday 5/28 with Imam Amr Abu-Alrub

Assalaamu-alaikum,
This Saturday Imam Amr Abu-Alrub will be giving a lecture on the “Spiritual Preparation for Ramadan”
Time – 6pm to 8 pm on Saturday the 28th of May.
It is a pot-luck event so please sign up to bring a dish Inshah-Allah.
NOTE – There is no Sunday school this Sunday – May 29th. Fun Day is on June 5th. That night will be the first night of Tharaveeh!
Welcome to the month of Ramadan – 1st fast of Ramadan is on Monday the 6th according to the Majlis-us-shura of North America and ISNA.
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May Events at Berlin Masjid

Assalaamu alaikum!
Iqama times are:
Fajr – Half hour after Adhan time, Dhuhr – 1:00pm, Asar – 5:00pm, Maghrib – sunset and Isha – 10 minutes after the Adhan summer time
For more information visit our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/IAGHBERLIN and enjoy the pictures of our recent events(Don’t forget to like us on facebook) and visit our website at https://www.berlinmosque.org/
IF YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN REFUGEE RELIEF WORK – PLEASE LET US KNOW BY E-MAILING ME BACK – email to follow with relief needs and a link to the website for this important work of welcoming our brothers and sisters with hospitality
We have started a masjid Muslim match-up to help with the important work of bringing you half your deen and finding the right spouse – details to follow. If you would like to help – please e-mail me back.
SPECIAL EVENTS:
1. Saturday May 7th – 6pm to 8pm – Imam Refai will give an interactive discussion on “Ramadan – As a family”. How we benefit from the blessings of this month as a family unit. There will be refreshments served
2. Sunday May 8th 2pm to 5:30pm – Springfest – An educational event for High school to help them understand Islam and Muslims
2. Saturday May 14th – Community pot-luck dinner 6pm to 8pm – Refugee welcome dinner – Hear the tough struggles the refugees go through and how you can assist them. Imam Ashroff Ibraheem – invited to give a talk on the blessings of helping the refugees.
This is a potluck dinner – sign-up to follow soon
2. Friday May 20th 6pm to 8pm – Mufti Jamaluddin – Details to follow.
3. Saturday May 28th – 6pm to 8pm Imam Amr Abualrub – The Spirituality of Ramadan for us all
Daily and weekly events:
Daily –  Join us for the daily prayers in congregation – Short Khathira with Imam Refai after Isha daily
Weekly
– Wednesday 6:00pm – New convert book club – ‘Being Muslim’ by Asad Tarsin with Mike Karpman
– Friday 6pm to 7:30pm – Youth evening – Umar bin Al-Khattab – documentary discussion- Imam Refai
– Friday Jumma khotba – 1pm to 1:40pm
– Saturday after Isha lecture – Seerah of the prophet with Imam Refai
Sunday School – 10:30am to Dhuhr Salat at 1:15pm – please pray Dhuhr Salat with your children when you pick them up! You will make them understand the importance of prayer in congregation.
Remember Sunday School Registration is on Sunday – May 15th and May 22nd
Qur’an reading and memorization classes – Mondays and Thursday 6pm to 7:30pm $20 a month per student – coordinator Mukhtar Suleiman
Arabic classes every Saturday 9am to 11am – Beginner, intermediate and advanced classes with Sheikh Sami Shamma, Imam Refai and Sr. Ghoufran Alababidi. Study the language of the Qur’an so that you may better understand the word of Allah (SWT).
Madina Academy is offering a learn about the College Admission Process on Saturday May 7th from 1pm to 3pm with Amin Gonzalez, Omer Bajwa and Kaiser Aslam
Wassalaam,
Reza

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