Assalamu alaykum,
We have 3 updates to share with you in today's newsletter:
(1) AMA in the Spotlight: read the article linked below.
(2) Ramadan at AMA: we are excited to offer in-person and virtual programs for the entire family to participate in.
(3) La Leche League: the next support gathering for nursing & expecting women will be held on Thursday, April 14.
Read on below for more details:
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Alhamdolillah, we are blessed to have been able to witness Ramadan again this year. Thanks to the lifting of the restrictions, we can gather together at the masjid this year to take part in Taraweeh and daily prayers shoulder-to-shoulder and enjoin in weekend Iftars.
We are pleased to share The Globe and Mail's feature on AMA and the interview with Sh. Jalil Marhnouj, President of AMA, demonstrating the excitement and dedication of Muslims on returning to the Masjid this Ramadan. You can read the full article by clicking on the button below.
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After being away from the Masjid for two long years, there's a deeper gratitude to return and worship Allah (SWT) as a congregation in Ramadan. However, reports indicate that COVID-19 cases continue to rise at alarming rates. Given that the Masjid being fully open is a blessing from Allah (SWT), we should all do our best to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and prevent future lockdowns.
The safety and security of our community has been our top priority throughout the pandemic. We highly recommend that congregants continue wearing their masks when attending prayers and activities at the masjid. Also, remain considerate of your community and please stay home if you are feeling ill.
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to our volunteers who continue to dedicate their time and efforts while fasting and at night for Taraweeh prayers for the well-being of the community. May Allah (SWT) reward you abundantly.
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Throughout the month of Ramadan, our team is planning in-person and virtual activities for you and your family to partake in.
Please scroll below to view our programs.
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AMA Youth Committee is pleased to host an iftar for Youth boys!
Join us for an evening of food and religious learning with your fellow brothers!
We will be joined by Sh. Alaa Elsayed inshaAllah. Sh. Alaa is a beloved tutor with AlKauthar and works closely with Mercy Mission's projects worldwide.
Register for free online.
Here are the details:
Date: Friday, April 8
Time: Asr (5:00 PM) - After Iftar
Age: Boys 12+
Location: Community hall of Masjid Ar-Rahmah
Cost: Free!
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#2b. How to Memorize the Qur'an with Shaykh Ehab
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Do you find yourself struggling to memorize the Qur'an? Want to learn better ways to retain the parts of the Qur'an you have already memorized? If you answered yes, we have the perfect program for you!
Join us after Asr every Friday during Ramadan to learn from the vast experience of Shaykh Ehab Teima, who has successfully trained countless Hufaath, to learn how we can memorize the Quran more easily and efficiently.
Here are the details:
Speaker: Shaykh Ehab Teima
Date: Every Friday in Ramadan starting April 8
Time: After Asr prayer
Location: In-person at Masjid Ar-Rahmah (1216 Hunt Club Rd)
Cost: Free
Ages: All brothers and sisters are invited!
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#2c. The 40 Hadith of Imam Nawawi Halaqa
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Join us as we go through the life changing 40 hadith compiled by Imam An-Nawawi with Shaykh Ismail, Imam of Masjid Ar-Rahmah. These narrations cover a comprehensive array of key aspects of our faith that the great Imam believed everyone should know.
The lectures will take place every Saturday and Sunday after Dhuhr salah during the month of Ramadan in-person at Masjid Ar-Rahmah In addition, for those not able to make it physically, especially if you are outside Ottawa, we will be sharing the event via YouTube.
Furthermore, watch out for our competition after Ramadan that will cover the content of the lectures and have lots of prizes to be won (details coming soon).
Here are the details:
Topic: 40 Hadith of Imam An-Nawawi
Speaker: Shaykh Ismail Albatnuni, Imam of Masjid Ar-Rahmah
Date: Every Saturday and Sunday in Ramadan starting April 2
Time: After Dhuhr salah
Location: In-person at Masjid Ar-Rahmah (1216 Hunt Club Rd.) and available on YouTube
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AMA is pleased to offer a halaqa for seniors every Wednesday during the month of Ramadan.
Here are the details:
Speaker: Sh. Jalil Marhnouj, President of Assunnah Muslims Association
Date: Wednesday, April 13
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Zoom Meeting ID: 863 0077 1431
Zoom Meeting Passcode: 123
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#2e. Qur'an Recitation Program for Men
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An exclusive Qur'an Recitation Program for Men this Ramadan. We encourage everyone to participate (designed for all recitation levels).
Here are the details:
Instructor: Shaykh Ehab Teima
Days: Every Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
Gender: Males only
Ages: All ages
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#2f. Tafsir of Surah Al Fatiha & Ad-Duhaa till An-Nas
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AMA is pleased to offer you a program that will help you reflect and internalize the message of the Qur'an this Ramadan. We will be uploading the tafsir of Surah Al-Fatiha and Surah Ad-Duhaa to Surah An-Nas everyday in the holy month of Ramadan.
Join us and understand the meaning of the Qur'an with Shaykh Munir Shalghum.
Here are the details:
Topic: Tafsir of Surah Al-Fatiha and Surah Ad-Duhaa to Surah An-Nas
Instructor: Shaykh Munir Shalghum
Date: Videos will be posted throughout Ramadan
Location: YouTube
You can visit our YouTube channel here:
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#2g. Potluck Iftar for Sisters
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Looking forward to breaking fast with your sisters after a very long pandemic? Join us at AMA Centre for a Sisters Iftar Potluck on Friday, April 15.
We have many activities planned for you, including games and a halaqa!
Spots are limited, so signup now!
Here are the details:
Date: Friday, April 15
Time: 5:30 PM - after Iftar
Ages: Sisters 13 - 18
Location: AMA Community Hall (1216 Hunt Club Rd, Ottawa, ON K1V 2P1)
Further information: Once you register, you will receive an email with the link to the spreadsheet for you to enter what items you intend to bring for the potluck.
On the day of the event, we request you bring a list of ingredients used to make your dish (for the safety of people with food sensitivities).
We look forward to seeing you! To register for the potluck iftar, please click on the button below:
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#2h. Qur'an Classes for Converts
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AMA is pleased to offer Qur'an classes for converts.These classes are designed to teach Beginner level Arabic and Qur'an for new converts to Islam. Classes are separated by gender.
Please note: The regular class timings have been adjusted for Ramadan
Here are the details for the Sisters Classes:
Date: Every Saturday starting April 2
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Instructor: Sr. Zienab Ellabib
Location: Google Meets
Gender: Sisters only
Cost: Free
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Here are the details for the Brothers Classes:
Date: Every Sunday starting April 3
Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Instructor: Br. Hadi El Mais
Location: Zoom
Gender: Brothers only
Cost: Free
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AMA is proud to offer support for breastfeeding mothers and pregnant women in alliance with the world renowned La Leche League.
La Leche League are experienced in breastfeeding and are familiar with the research and current findings dealing with breastfeeding.
La Leche League conducts a series of casual, discussion-style meetings that cover the practical, physical, and psychological aspects of nursing, offering encouragement and suggestions.
For the month of Ramadan, La Leche League will be offering two sessions on the same day to accommodate the needs of the community.
Here are the details:
Topic: Fasting, Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Date: Thursday, April 14
Time:
- 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Google Meets
Age/Gender: Females only, with their babies and young children
Cost: Free
For more information on La Leche League, please visit:
https://www.canadianbreastfeedingfoundation.org/resources/la_leche.shtml
https://www.llli.org/arabic بالعربية
Now that our monthly meetings take place online, we invite participants from across the country to join us virtually on Google Meets.
We are pleased to provide communication in Arabic and French using language translation services.
For more information please:
- Call Hilary Johnston: 613-739-5021,
- For English / French LLL, message: 613-612-5459,
- For Arabic speakers, call: 343-700-3420 رقم هاتف للمساعدة
You can also:
- Email: Ottawa.South@LLLC.ca
- Courriel: Hilary.LigueLaLeche@Gmail.com
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We would like to thank all of the donors who have supported us throughout this entire pandemic. We encourage you to continue to support your masjid.
You can donate with any of these options:
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You can also donate with an interac e-transfer to info@amacanada.org
As our beloved Prophet (SA) said, "Charity does not decrease wealth." May Allah reward you for your generous contribution.
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Best regards,
The AMA Team
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