Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati's  News & Upcoming Events
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Special Winter break updates:
The Islamic Center facilities will be closed on Sunday, December 25 and Sunday, January 1
Masjid will be open for all 5 Iqama salat timings (entrance gate locked promptly after ISHA).

Changes for classes and activities:
Weekend School - no classes Dec 25 or Jan 1, classes resume Jan 8
Senior Tea Social - no meetings next 4 weeks, resumes on Jan 13
YDP Sundays - no morning meetings Dec 25 or Jan 1, resumes with Boys on Jan 8
BDC - no meetings Dec 25 or Jan 1, resumes on Jan 8
Quran Connections - On break, next session begins Jan 9

"An evening with the Gems of Cincinnati"
Friday, December 16
After Isha (7:30pm)
Mirror Hall
Youth Game Night

Saturday, December 17
5:00-8:00pm
Mirror Hall
Ages 13 and up
All are welcome

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Spring Umrah with Sheikh Hossam Musa

Deadline to register is December 20th!
March 25-April 2, 2017
or call: Gihan 1-212-725-2022 ext102
Please share the news with your friends and family.

Umrah Visa fee has been removed for all of those who have not performed Umrah in 1438H (Which is only during the past two months).

After Salat with Sheikh Hossam Musa
Riyad Us-Saliheen (weekly)
Wednesday, December 21
After ISHA inside the Masjid
Sheikh Hossam Musa present a collection of authentic hadith about Islamic manners and acts of worship, is being covered with a contemporary, practical approach to improve our connection to Allah (SWT) and others. 

Family Fridays (every other Friday)
Friday, December 23
After ISHA inside the Masjid
Ongoing session covering the Seerah of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) with Sheikh Hossam Musa. His approach encompasses the importance of understanding the Seerah in our lives, particularly to practicing Islam in America.
ISHA Iqama is promptly at 7:30pm
Volunteer Opportunities to Help Those with a Need
Rahma Community Services in collaboration with I nterfaith Hospitality Network (IHN)

Rahma Community Services needs volunteers for 2 Projects

 Need your help for Hillcrest Flood victims, Rahma Community Services asking for donations to make kits for 5 or more families.
Date: Friday, 12/16/2016
Time: 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm EST
Location: ICGC Gym
Contact: Samina Rehman, Rahma Office Manager  [email protected]
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Your donations entrusted to the Islamic Center are greatly valued and handled with the best practices possible. Please take a moment to read this important year end announcement.

Important Notice for 2016 Contributors
Tax Receipts/Letters: To ensure deductibility of your contributions to the IEC (Islamic Educational Council) please do not file your 2016 income tax returns until you have received a written acknowledgement of your contributions. Insha'Allah these will be mailed out by the end of January.
 
If your address has changed, please notify the office immediately. If you are expecting a tax letter and do not receive one by February 3, please contact the Finance office at [email protected]  with your full name and mailing address. 
 
This is a good opportunity for all of community members to donate to your Masjid. Your donation is tax deductible. All donations postmarked by December 31, 2016 can be claimed when you file your taxes in the new year. ICGC provides contributors with a letter of acknowledgement that serves as your 'receipt' for all year to date contributions. Please remember to wait for your letter before you file your taxes. Be sure to include your name and address with your donation so that we know who to send the donation letter to. If the address printed on your check is not up to date, you will need to make a note of that. For your convenience, you can  make your donation online and receive your 2016 tax deduction for donations made online by 11:59pm, December 31. 
 
Also, if your email addresses ever change, please be sure to let us know so that we can update our email list and pass that word on to your spouses as well. 

Important Notice about Your Membership
2016 Membership dues must be received or postmarked by 12/31/16. In-person payments must be made by 4:00 on 12/30/16. If you pay your dues through a monthly automatic deduction then disregard as your membership automatically renews year-to-year until you cancel in writing. However, please update your credit card on file if it expires. To ensure your membership does not lapse to avoid any disruption of member privileges, please get your check into the mail for payment of your membership dues postmarked by Friday, December 31. 
 
We highly encourage everyone to obtain and complete IEC membership. It is a very meaningful way to be an ongoing supporter of the Center, receive a number of benefits and be a part of the decision making at the Center through the elections. Information is available in the office or  Apply Online.

We sincerely thank you for your kind and generous support of this institution and pray that Allah swt (God Almighty) blesses you with much more in return.


Community Member's  Good News

 
Do you have good news to share? Send us a line summarizing your or family member's good news that you would like to share with the community. Please just keep each news to 1 line and email to  [email protected]. Submissions received after Wednesday will appear in following week's issue.

In This Issue
Juma'a Times
1st Juma'a - 1:15 pm
KHUTEEB:
Sheikh Hossam Musa
 
2nd Juma'a - 3:00 pm
KHUTEEB:
Ashraf Traboulsi

On Fridays Asr is promptly at 3:45 pm

Iqama Times
Fajr: 7:00 AM
Dhuhr: 1:00 PM
Asr: 3:30 PM
Maghrib: Sunset
Isha: 7:30 PM



Weekend School Sunday Schedule
No classes on December 25

No classes on January 1
Rahma Job Placement Opportunity
Forklift Operators


Rahma Community Services is  immediately  looking to fill 
2 Forklift Order Pickers  
positions at one of our Partner Employers in the Cincinnati area.
 
If you have a minimum of 
1 year Forklift / Warehouse experience  and are looking for a career with a fast growing company with excellent benefits email your resume to  [email protected]  or call 513-512-5801 ASAP
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YDP fall sweatshirt line is now available to purchase! 
Hoodies are "fitted" so if you wear a large, X-Large might be best. 

These are designed to reflect Islamic concepts with a universal theme. Our goal is that not only YDP members purchase them, but everyone in the family buys one.  100% of proceeds supports YDP activities. Thank you for all of your support! Please order ASAP!
Ongoing Activities
Please contact the class organizer before attending a class to complete any registration requirements and check if space is available. Email addresses are listed with each class/activity.

Senior Group
WINTER BREAK
Resumes January 6th

ICGC YG
Youth Group Meeting
Friday, December 16
After 2nd khutba (4:15pm)
Community Room

Family Fridays with Sheikh Hossam
Friday, December 23
After ISHA,  Masjid

MGTC
Girls Teen Club
Friday, December 23
6:00pm
 

Alzaharwat Girls Club
Saturday, December 17
3:00-6:00pm
Only for girls already pre-registered

YDP
Youth Development Program
Boys/Girls alternate Sundays
Gym
Choose a link below to Register
No meetings Dec 25 or Jan 1

New Muslim's Group
Sundays, 12:30 - 2:00pm
Inside the Education Building

BDC
Boys & Dads Club
Sundays,  2:00 - 4:00pm
No meetings Dec 25 or Jan 1
Community Center

Kids Quran Connections
Next session begins January 9

Men's Basketball
Monday & Wednesday
6:30 - 8:30 pm, GYM

Karate
Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:00 - 7:00 pm, GYM 

Riyad Us-Saliheen with Sheikh Hossam Musa
Wednesdays
After ISHA,  Masjid

Math Tutoring
High school and middle school students every Sat. 

Store Rewards that Benefit Your Masjid
Kroger:  Re-enrollment is required every year so even if you have signed up before please remember to re-enroll! The Masjid benefited from 60 families being enrolled last year!

Amazon: ICGC is identified on these websites as "Islamic Educational Council"
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Islamic Center In The News

Every community has a narra tive.  Either that community controls the narrative or the narrative cont rols the community. Now more than ever the American Muslim community has to take control of the narrative. This can only be achieved if as a community we are building bridges and inroads with media.  Media outlets want to cover stories and do pieces that people are interested in. They want viewers, readers, comments, and discussions.  It is critical that as a community we are more visible and more vocal in the media.
 
We have been blessed for wide and positive coverage of the Center.  When there is positive coverage we must all give feedback and acknowledge and appreciate the work of the media. Please take a few minutes to review the media links and give positive feedback where you feel comfortable.
 
Nadeem Quraishi
ICGC Communications/PR Initiative
 






Facility Hours:
The Gate and Masjid are Open for Fajr Prayer. All buildings and Gate close 30 minutes after Isha Prayer.

No overnight parking is permitted.
No unauthorized gatherings,  religious or otherwise. 
Administrative Office:
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Applications for Family Assistance, Marriage, or Hall Rental 9am-3:00pm or by appointment. 
513-755-3280
Imam Office:
Sheikh Hossam Musa
513-724-IMAM (4626)


F inance/Accounting Office:
By appointment only

Weekend School Office:
Sunday 11:00am-1:45pm
Principal: Br Asif [email protected]
Vice Principal: Sr Tilat [email protected]
International Academy Office:
Monday - Friday
8:00am-4:00pm
513-755-0169
Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati
8092 Plantation Drive
West Chester, OH 45069
513-755-3280
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