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Programs of the Masjid
The masjid has a list of Programs which have
the primary purpose of ensuring the spiritual and social upliftment
of its members. The Programs are suited to the various age
and gender groups that make up the masjid.
Children & Youth
Train Them Young (TTY Program)
This is a Program aimed at the children of the community,
who are between the ages of five and thirteen of both sexes.
It has as its main, the Islamic education of the kids. It
holds every Saturday, between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm, at the
mosque premises.Extra classes hold on friday evening and
Sunday at noon.
Subjects offered include Qur'anic Arabic,
Islamic Studies, etc. Some other activities include several
field trips, bake sales, excursions, annual quizzes, picnics,
games, etc.
Currently, TTY is coordinated by the Principal,
Dr Musodiq Bello, who is assisted by the TTY management comprising
of various individuals in the masjid, and over 10 teachers
and volunteers. For more on TTY, click here.
Young Muslims Deen Camp (YMDC)
Program
This program is aimed at the youths of the community
(male and female) who are between the ages of 14 and 22. The
program is principally a summer camp which holds for about 4
days annually.
Al-Nisa Seeking Knowledge (ASK) Program
This program is aimed at the youths of the community
(female) who are in their teenage years and early twenties,
and have gone beyond the TTY age group. They hold regular
meetings and lectures to benefit members, and currently meet
every other Sunday at the Masjid premises between 3:00pm and
5:00pm. For more on ASK, click here.
Adults
Men's Halaqah
The men's halaqah is a special tafsir (explanation) of the
Qur'an session specially for the men of the community. Its
usually a very interesting session that involves explanation
of Qur'anic verses and the Hadith (sayings) of the Prophet.
The circle also involves extensive discussion of issues pertaining
to men, and its a good medium for the men to exchange notes
on issues of common interest. The halaqah holds every Sunday
from immediately after Fajr prayer till 8:00 am. Breakfast
is served. For more on Men's Halaqah, click
here.
Adult Qur'anic Classes
You are never too old to learn the Qur'an, the word of Allah.
This is exactly what is expressed by the students of the Adult
Qur'anic Class organized every Saturday, from after Fajr prayer
to 8:00 am at the masjid's premises. The class is taught by
the imam, and is open to all men of the masjid, who yearn
to be able to read the Qur'an For more on Qur'an for Adults,
click here.
Women's Halaqah
The women's halaqah holds almost immediately after the completion
of the Men's Halaqah. It consists of discussion of several
Islamic topics, particularly those of interest to the womenfolk.
It holds between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm at the masjid's premises.
For more on Women's Halaqah, click
here.
Mumineen Asalatu Gathering
In the remembrance of Allah do souls find rest.....
This program is specially designed for the grandmas and other
members of the society, who have a special attachment for
Asalatu.It holds every Sunday except the last Sunday of the
month), between 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm. You are all invited...
click here
Converts
New Sisters' Program
This program as its name suggests is aimed at inculcating
the basic beliefs of Islam into new female Muslims. The program
holds every Sunday between 9:00 am and 11:00 am at the masjid's
premises. For more on the New Sisters' Program, click
here.
General
Family Halaqah
This is the major monthly family event of the masjid. It brings
together all members of the family, on the last Sunday of
every month, between 10:30 am and Dhur prayer, at the masjid's
premises. It usually involves bringing around a notable Islamic
scholar from within/out of town to discuss a topic of burning
interest. Lunch is served! For more on Family Halaqah, click
here.
Annual Health Fair
"A strong Muslim is better than a weak Muslim",
so goes a saying of the noble Prophet May Allah's peace and
blessings be upon him). In furtherance if this, and as a social
contribution to the community, the masjid organizes annually
a health fair in association with the Muslim Professionals
Association.
Some of the activities at the event, usually
include free blood screenings, free medical checkups, free
gifts etc. For more on the Annual Health Fair, click
here.
TTY Annual Picnic
Though initiated under the auspices of the TTY program,
the annual picnic has now grown to become an all-Masjid affair.
Its a day for the members of the community to unwind from
the normal hustle and bustle of city life, for the children
to relax amidst a bevy of games and recreational activities,
and for the whole family to come together in a relaxed, but
Islamic atmosphere.
The event is usually an interesting one,
with lots to eat and drink, barbecue, tennis, etc. It holds
during the July 4 weekend every year at the masjid's premises.
For more on TTY Annual Picnic, click
here.
Other Programs
From time to time, the masjid organizes various
other programs such as Halaqah (Naming ceremonies), Ankara
(marriage ceremonies), graduation ceremonies, etc. For more
on this, click here (News & Announcements)
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