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Eid Mubarak! Important Announcements & Reminders for Eid al-Fitr 2025

Assalam Alaikum Dear Brothers and Sisters,

We pray this message finds you in the best of health and Iman. Insha’Allah, according to the Fiqh Council of North America, Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Sunday, March 30, 2025. May Allah (SWT) accept all your acts of worship throughout Ramadan and grant you the highest place in Jannah.

As we approach this blessed day, let us remember our brothers and sisters in Palestine, who will be observing Eid under brutal savage attacks by the inhumane Israeli forces. We ask Allah (SWT) to grant them strength, peace, and victory. Please keep them in your du’as and support them in any way you can.

A few important reminders and announcements for the upcoming days:

Eid Prayer – Sunday, March 30, 2025

Insha’Allah, due to the growing size of our community, we will have three groups for Eid prayer at Berlin Masjid to accommodate everyone. The schedule is as follows:

  • First Group: Takbeer begins at 7:00 AM, Salah at 7:30 AM sharp
  • Second Group: Takbeer begins at 9:00 AM, Salah at 9:30 AM sharp
  • Third Group: Takbeer begins at 10:30 AM, Salah at 11:00 AM sharp

Please arrive early to ensure a smooth process for everyone.

Eid Mubarak! May Allah accept all your good deeds throughout this blessed month of Ramadan—your fasting, prayers, night qiyam, and charity. May He continue to bless you and your loved ones with peace, prosperity, and guidance.

Zakat-ul-Fitr (Fitrana) Reminder

Before Eid, don’t forget to fulfill your Zakat-ul-Fitr obligation! This is $15 per person and must be paid before Eid prayer. Donations can be made:

At the masjid (clearly marked collection box)

Online (Pay [HERE])

Directly to those in need 

Khatm Quran (Completion)

The Khatm Quran (completion of the Quran recitation) will take place during Taraweeh prayers on the 29th night of Ramadan (Friday 3/28/25, Insha’Allah). Babysitting services will be available for children aged 4 and above in the Education Building during Taraweeh prayers. We encourage you to express your appreciation for Imam Sayed Farghaly’s dedicated leadership in Taraweeh this year by contributing a token of gratitude. Please place your donations in the box marked for Imam collection or donate electronically [here].

Qyiam – Last Night

Last night of Qyiam will be on Friday into Saturday at 3:30 am followed by a community Suhoor insha’Allah. There is no Qyiam at the masjid on Saturday into Sunday morning.

Masjid Donation

If you missed the opportunity to support Berlin Mosque, Islamic Association of Greater Hartford during our Ramadan fundraiser, you can make a quick donation [here]. For recurring donations to the masjid, you can use this [link]

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🌙 The Last Ten Nights of Ramadan: A Time for Worship & Blessings

Assalam Alaikum Dear Brothers and Sisters,

As we approach the most sacred nights of Ramadan, we are reminded of the immense blessings and mercy Allah bestows upon us. The last ten nights, beginning Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Maghrib, are an opportunity to seek Laylatul Qadr—a night better than a thousand months (Qur’an 97:3). May Allah accept our fasting, prayers, and charity, and may we leave this month with our sins forgiven.

We encourage everyone to make the most of these nights through salat, dhikr, and acts of kindness and charity. Here’s what’s happening at Berlin Mosque during these special nights:

🌙 Qiyam and Suhour

🔹 Qiyam-ul-Layl led by Imam Sayed Farghaly
🔹 Tahajjud begins two hours before Fajr
🔹 Midnight Halaqas (on select nights)
🔹 Suhour will be provided after prayer (Sign up [HERE])

The Prophet ﷺ said:
“Whoever stands in prayer during Laylatul Qadr with faith and seeking reward, his past sins will be forgiven.” (Bukhari & Muslim)

Let’s strive to maximize our prayers during these powerful nights!

💰 Zakat-ul-Fitr (Fitrana) Reminder

Before Eid, don’t forget to fulfill your Zakat-ul-Fitr obligation! This is $15 per person and must be paid before Eid prayer. Donations can be made:
🟢 At the masjid (clearly marked collection box)
🟢 Online (Pay [HERE])
🟢 Directly to those in need

📖 Taraweeh and Khatm Quran

📅 Khatm-ul-Quran will take place on Friday, March 28 (29th night of Ramadan) during Taraweeh.
🧒 Babysitting available in the Education Building during Taraweeh.

Join us as we complete the recitation of the Qur’an and make heartfelt du’as on this special night!

🌟 The Mercy & Light Tour

We are honored to welcome Imam Mohamed Jibreel to our community for a special night of ibada (worship)!

📅 Friday, March 21, 2025
🎤 Jumu’ah Khutbah by Imam Jibreel
🕌 Taraweeh Prayer led by Imam Mohamed Jibreel

Imam Jibreel is internationally renowned for his soul-stirring Qur’an recitation, bringing the beauty of the divine words to life. This is a rare opportunity to experience his recitation in person and be spiritually uplifted.

🍽️ Weekend Iftar at the Masjid

🤝 May Allah reward our generous community members and Muslim restaurant owners who have helped provide iftar.
📅 Iftar will be served on March 21, 22, and 28
🕌 Youth Halaqa at 5 PM before iftar.

To contribute to iftar hosting, donate [HERE].

🕌 Support Imam Farghaly & His Family

Imam Sayed Farghaly has led Taraweeh every night with a beautiful recitation. To support him and his family, a fund collection box is available during Taraweeh.
For online contributions, click [HERE].

📸 Let’s Capture the Spirit of Ramadan!
We encourage you to share your Ramadan moments at the masjid! If you take pictures that are appropriate for sharing, feel free to tag us or send them for us to share.

May Allah grant us the reward of Laylatul Qadr and accept all of our worship. Ameen!

💙 Berlin Mosque

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Eid Prayer-Udhya-FunDay Announcemenet

Eid Al-Adha Mubarak
كلُ عَامٍ وَأَنْتُمْ بِخَيْر

Assalam Alaikum Dear Brothers and Sisters and Eid Mubarak. May Allah accept your extra ibadat in the first 10 days of the month of DhuElHijja. Eid will be on Sunday 6/16/2024 insha’Allah. Fasting the day of Arafat (Satrday) is highly recommended as well as fasting any number of the first 10 days of this month.

Eid Prayer – Sunday 6/16/2024

Alhamdulillah, due to our growing community, we will insha’Allah have 3 groups at Berlin Masjid in order to accommodate all. The schedule will be as follows:

First Group: Takbeer starting at 7 am, Salat at 7:30 am sharp
Second Group: Takbeer starting at 9 am, Salat at 9:30 am sharp
Third Group: Takbeer starting at 10:30 am, Salat at 11:00 am sharp

Zabiha/Qurbani Udhya Reminder

May Allah accept your udhya should you decide to perform one. If you would like to distribute meat to the needy through the masjid, we are accepting meat donations during the times of Fajr/Maghrib/Isha only. In order to make sure the meat stays in good condition, please do not bring it during any other time. Ensure that there is someone to receive it from you and refrigerate/freeze it. Do NOT leave it unattended.

Eid FunDay– Sunday 6/23/2024 (rain day Saturday 6/29/2024)

FunDay and Summer Kickoff Community BBQ and Potluck is on Sunday 6/23/2024 insha’Allah (rain date 6/29/2024) 2-5:30pm. There will be bouncy houses, raffles, games for kids, BBQ and more. Please use this link to sign up to bring a dish

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Ramadan’s Last 10 Nights Events

Assalam Alaikum Dear Brothers and Sisters,

It is hard believe that we have already reached the last 10 nights of this blessed month of Ramadan which start this Saturday. May Allah reward you and accept all your prayers, siyam, dua and charity. Here are some pertinent announcements and events:

Last 10 Nights – Qiyam and Suhour

In the last 10 blessed nights, Imam Sayed Farghaly will lead Qiyam. Salat Tahajjud will start 2 hours before Fajr athan time. This will periodically be preceded by a midnight Halaqa and followed by a Suhour. Sign-up for providing Suhour is HERE. 

Masjid Fundraising Event – Saturday March 30

To continue to support the masjid events and expenses, please mark your calendars for the Fundraising Iftar Saturday March 30 starting at 5:30 pm in the masjid lower level insha’Allah and after Isha. To donate online: Fundraiser

Zakat-ul-Fitr (Fitrana) Reminder

Please remember to make Zakat-ul-Fitr which is estimated  around $12 per person on every member of the family including an unborn child. This is due before salat-ul-Eid. Berlin Mosque is collecting this in a special box (marked distinctly), or you can give it directly to someone in need. To pay it online, go HERE

Taraweeh and Khatm Quran

Khatm Quran will be during Taraweeh on Sunday the 29th night of Ramadan inshallah. Babysitting is provided for children 4+ in Education Building during Taraweeh.

Weekend Iftar at the Masjid

May Allah reward many members and Muslim restaurant owners who contributed generously to hosting Iftar events, we will be serving iftar each remaining Friday & Saturday. Youth Halaqa will be held at 5 pm before iftar.

Imam Farghaly Fund Collection

May Allah reward Imam Farghaly for leading Taraweeh each night with an amazing recitation. To help support Imam Farghaly and his family, Imam fund collection box is set up during Taraweeh to accept your generous donations for the Imam. For online contribution, please use THIS LINK

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Ramadan Iftar Hosting & Sponsorship

It was narrated that the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said: “Whoever gives food for a fasting person to break his fast, he will have a reward like theirs, without that detracting from their reward the slightest”.    We will be hosting Iftar events on 7 nights in Ramadan insha’Allah. Each night requires iftar sponsorship by several people $500 each. Individuals may sponsor more than one slot. To share the reward (ajr) of these Iftars, please sign up.

قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ: “مَنْ فَطَّرَ صَائِمًا كَانَ لَهُ مِثْلُ أَجْرِهِ غَيْرَ أَنَّهُ لاَ يَنْقُصُ مِنْ أَجْرِ الصَّائِمِ شَيْئًا

Host Iftar (Instagram Post) by Islamic Association of Greater Hartford
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May 2023 IAGH Newsletter

Assalam Alaikum Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Please welcome Br. Mohamed Gharnit as our engaging khateeb going forward. Br. Gharnit graciously agreed to deliver khutbas at Berlin 3 Fridays a month.

Please join our monthly potluck dinner on Saturday May 20 at 5:00 pm insha’Allah. Topic is: Khushou’ (Part 1 of 2). Speaker: Br. Marshall Sornborger. Br. Marshall has a special interest in this topic as a revert from atheism into Buddhism and finally into Islam in seeking of khushou’.

Make sure not to miss Sunday School Registration for Academic year 2023-2024. Classes are filling up fast. Link to Register. 

Mark your calendars for School Graduation ceremony on 6/4 and Graduation Party (FunDay) on 6/10 (rain date 6/11) insha’Allah. More to come.

Daily and Weekly Activities

Sunday School – Sundays 10:30 to 1pm. No Sunday School on 5/28/2023 (Memorial Day Weekend)

Fridays 7:30 pm – Boys Halaqa by YM (Young Muslims – Berlin) geared towards ages 15-25 (33 Bishop Curve + Main Building)

Saturdays 5:30 pm– Sisters Youth Group. May 6th halaqa will be on “Female Role Models in Islam” and will be lead by Srs. Vareesha Rahman and Maram Ghellai

Saturday mornings youth and new Muslim Tafsir Class – After Fajr – high school and college students are welcome! This is a youth and revert/convert-oriented Quran tafsir class led by Dr. Reza Mansoor. Class is in person and an online option is available

Sundays 7 am to 9 am – Online Arabic classes with Sr. Ghoufran Allababidi

Qur’an classes for children Mondays and Thursdays – 6pm to 7:30pm. Contact Br. Mukhtar 860-966-8041 for details.

Daily – Join us for all 5 daily prayers in congregation.

Friday Jummah prayer service is from 1pm to 1:45pm
With Br. Mohamed Gharnit 3 Fridays a month. Friday 5/18 khutba will be delivered by Br. Omer Bajwa.

For Calendar of events and daily prayer time, visit: https://www.berlinmosque.org/event-calendar/  

Iqama Times:
Fajr – Half hour after the athan
Dhuhr – 10 minutes after athan
Asr – 10 minutes after the athan
Maghrib – 5 minutes after the athan
Isha – 10 minutes after athan
Prayer Times

Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IAGHBERLIN/
Instagram: https://Instagram.com/IAGHBERLIN

Donation Links:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/IAGHBERLIN/ 
Our website https://www.berlinmosque.org/home 
Venmo (@berlinmosque)
PayPal: paypal.me/iagh 
You can also mail a check to IAGH, 1781 Wilbur Cross Hwy, Berlin, CT 06037

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School Holiday Activities at Berlin Mosque

School Holiday Events at Berlin Mosque
السَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ وَرَحْمَةُ ٱللَّهِ وَبَرَكاتُهُ
Assalam Alaikum Brothers and Sisters,As schools go into the Holiday season, IAGH, along with MYAC (Muslim Youth Association of Connecticut) and YM (Young Muslims-Berlin) worked together on bringing you the following events alhamdulillah
Islamic Winter Camp
Four-day camp geared towards children 7-14 years old. Camp is from 9am-12 pm from Tuesday 12/27 – Friday 12/30. Fee: $75 per child. To register: https://bit.ly/iaghwintercamp

Young Muslims – Weekly
Weekly event geared for Boys 15 and up, managed by YM-Berlin Chapter and hosted by IAGH. It includes a halaqa tackling important topics facing young Muslim boys along with some fun and play time. Fridays after Isha 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Boys Qiyam Night POSTPONED- Geared for ages 12 and up. A night of education, ibada (worship), righteous companionship and fun. Starting at Isha 7:30 pm until after Fajr prayer 6:30 am. No sign-up necessary –

Girls Qiyam Night 12/24/2022 – Geared for ages 12 and up. A night of education, ibada (worship), righteous companionship and fun. Starting at Isha 7:30 pm until after Fajr prayer 6:30 am. No sign-up necessary
Social Media Links:
WhatsApp announcement group, click this link on your phone:  https://chat.whatsapp.com/KLMhbjhGkIkKtLQfKi6zCF
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IAGHBERLIN/
Instagram: IAGHBERLIN

Donation Links:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/IAGHBERLIN/ 
Our website https://www.berlinmosque.org/home 
Venmo (@berlinmosque)
PayPal: paypal.me/iagh 
Check to IAGH, 1781 Wilbur Cross Hwy, Berlin, CT 06037