Sheikh Bassam Obeid Islamic Center of Charlotte, 1700 Progress Ln, Charlotte, NC 28205 “Indeed, those who recite the Book of God and establish prayer and spend [in His cause] out of what We have provided them, secretly and publicly, [can] expect a profit that will never perish.” – Qur’an 35:29 Indeed God is most forgiving […]
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Imam Abdul-Azziz (Guest Imam) Masjid Ash-Shaheed, 400 W Sugar Creek Rd, Charlotte NC 28213 “O You Who Believe ! Maintain your obligations !”- Qur’an 5:1 Imam Abdul-Azziz began his khutbah by paying honor to the founders of the community, those who worked hard through the 50s, 60s and 70s to establish the communities and to
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By Dorene Alama 8:00 A.M. – Mini-vans, SUVs, and smaller cars are already lining up in the parking lot in preparation of entrusting their most precious cargo into the hands of the staff and faculty at Charlotte Islamic Academy. 8:15 A.M. – Car doors slam, parents wish their children a “Good Day”, Mr. Keith Stringfellow
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By Mohamed Haroon Sait Do you know we Muslims believe in Jesus Christ? this is one of the prominent questions I always ask when I get an opportunity to discuss on religion with Christians. I would say, nine out of ten never knew that. That really makes me sad. I always thought, if Christians knew
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By Imam Osamah Salhia Being genuine in our dealings with one another is a cornerstone in our growth as individuals and as a community. Islam has defined this crucial mode of operating and has made it a central focus. A Muslim should not be fake, opportunistic or deceptive. A believing Muslim does not wait for
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Mohamed Haroon Sait (Guest Imam) MAS – Charlotte, 4301 Shamrock Dr, Charlotte, NC 28215 “As for those who say: “Our God is God,” and then stay firm on it, the angels will descend on them, saying: “Let nothing fear or grieve you. Rejoice for the good news of paradise that has been promised to you.”- Qur’an
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Imam Bassam Obeid Islamic Center of Charlotte, 1700 Progress Ln, Charlotte NC 28205 “O, you who believe! Stand firmly for justice, as witnesses to God, even if against yourselves, or your parents, or your relatives. Whether one is rich or poor, God takes care of both. So do not follow your desires, lest you swerve.
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Imam Tamir Mutakabbir Masjid Al-Muminum, 1720 Wilson W Lee Blvd, Statesville NC 28677 “There is not an animal on the earth or a being that flies on its wings, that does not form communities like you. Nothing have We omitted from the Book, and they will be gathered to their Lord in the end.” –
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Imam Atif Chaudhry Islamic Society of Greater Charlotte (Masjid Mustafa), 7025 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC 28215 “Surely We have created man, and We know the promptings of his heart, and We are nearer to him than even his jugular vein. Moreover, there are two scribes, one each sitting on the right and the left, recording
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Adapted from a Khutbah by Imam Osamah Salhia Prophet Muhammad (Peace be Upon Him) said “Indeed the house of God is the house of every God-fearing believer” For many Muslim Americans, the mosque is neither a central nor a primary influencer. It takes a backseat in the list of priorities. When moving to a new
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