ISNA Weekly Newsletter

The month of Rabi' al-Awwal is a time to reflect on the life of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), we are reminded of his teachings of compassion, service, and unity. His life serves as a model for all of us to strive towards building strong, united, and caring communities.

During this month, we invite you to join ISNA in continuing the Prophet’s (PBUH) legacy by supporting our work.

At our recent 2024 Annual Convention, which brought together 20,000+ attendees, we showcased a series of impactful events that embody our mission to empower, connect, and uplift the Muslim community in North America

Chaplaincy Training Program

We organized training sessions for Muslim chaplains serving in hospitals, universities, and the military. These sessions provided crucial skills to support and counsel Muslims in various settings, ensuring that our community members receive care that aligns with Islamic values.

Government Breakfast

This unique event brought together political leaders and Muslim community representatives to discuss key issues affecting our community. By fostering these connections, we are strengthening our presence and voice in American society, advocating for the rights and needs of Muslims across the country.

Interfaith Banquet

Promoting dialogue and understanding between different faiths, the Interfaith Banquet provided a platform for building bridges and collaborations. This initiative mirrors the Prophet’s (PBUH) approach to fostering alliances for the greater good, helping us work together for a more inclusive society.

MYNA (Muslim Youth of North America) Programs 

Focusing on youth empowerment, MYNA’s workshops and camps held during the convention aimed to nurture young Muslims in their faith and identity. These programs help our youth develop the confidence and skills to lead in their communities and beyond.

Nonprofit Summit

 This summit focused on strengthening Muslim nonprofits to work more cohesively and effectively. By bringing together leaders from various organizations, we aim to create a more powerful and united Muslim presence in American society.

And much more...

Your support allows us to continue these impactful programs and expand our reach. This Rabi' al-Awwal, consider making a donation to ISNA to help us serve and uplift our community.

Here’s what some of our recent attendees have said about our programs:

"Every year we leave wanting more. SubhanAllah! MYNA always has the best programming. Alhamdulillah! We wish there was more."

"You guys do an amazing job! I was fascinated by the attendees, the amazing speakers, and the knowledge you shared. Please maintain that standard of leadership for the Islamic Ummah."

"MashAllah TabarakAllah, the place where the convention was held was amazing, and one feels the sense of unity when Muslims come from all over the country to attend. One major takeaway was when a lecturer commented how each time has its trials. And one believes how can we get out of this… but SubhanAllah, we have gotten out of it, and we are strong as a Muslim community and will always grow stronger, InshAllah."

We hope these words inspire you to join us in supporting the community.

JazakAllah Khair for your generosity and commitment to the betterment of our Ummah.

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Reconnect with your fellow MYNA graduates through our new Alumni Association! This exciting initiative is designed to keep you connected, empowered, and involved in shaping the future of Muslim youth leadership. Whether you’re looking to give back, stay updated on MYNA programs, or network with old friends, this community is for you.

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Prophetic Description (Sham'ail)

Imam al-Tirmidhi's Al-Shama’il al-Muhammadiyya contains 414 Hadith that together present a detailed description of the moral, physical and spiritual qualities of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.This course is designed to give you the following:Deep knowledge of the character, behavior, and personal qualities of Allah's Messenger ﷺ.Understanding of why knowledge of the character of the Prophet ﷺ is central for all areas of the religion.Enriched appreciation for the world and the worldview of the Companions رضي الله عنهم and the Early Generations of Muslims.Renewed and strengthened love for Allah's Messenger ﷺ, knowledge of him, and desire to see him in this life and the next.

Quran Exegesis (Juz Amma)

Like Introduction to Hadith, this course allows students to try their hand at applying the grammatical concepts learnt in other courses to analyze and interpret Islamic primary sources. The course methodically guides students through the last Juz’ of the Qur’an and gives students experience translating the uniquely dynamic and engaging style of the Qur’an’s Arabic into English. Along with simple translation, students will learn to recognize and appreciate the thematic coherence between verses and chapters, the deeper meanings of Arabic words, grammatical nuances, the historical context of the revelation of various ayahs, and Qur’anic commentary based on Hadith and the authoritative interpretations of the recognized exegetes of the first generations of Islam. Students are also encouraged to develop and discuss personal reflections on the Qur'anic text and lessons for their contemporary times.

Dates: Oct 7 - Nov 25, 2024 on Mondays 

Time: 7-9 pm EST

Age: 13 - 19 year olds 

Sign up here: https://www.miftaah.org/myna

The September/October issue of Islamic Horizons is here!

ISNA highly appreciates and thank all the Masajid/Islamic centers who participated in the “Green Masjid Award” program. All of you have demonstrated your concern about our responsibility to reduce the degradation of the environment and doing an admirable job of adopting environmentally friendly practices that something that should be a priority for all of us. Conservation of energy, reducing waste, reducing food wastage during Ramadan and other social activities, recycling, avoiding use of plastic water bottles, and not using Styrofoam is something we all can do. Allah (SWT) has made us the caretakers of this earth and as such it is our responsibility to take care of it. Insha’Allah, Masajid and Islamic centers will continue to work for pollution free environment.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rethink

2024 Green Ramadan Masjid Award Winners

First Prize: Islamic Center of Evansville, IN

Second Prize: Roswell Community Masjid. Roswell, GA

Third prize: Masjid Al-Quran, Milwaukee, WI

"We believe in an America where all people are treated with dignity, respect and honor. Treat others as you wish to be treated. We express sadness at the way Ms. Maya Berry, Executive Director, Arab American Institute, was received by a member of the Senate Judiciary committee, we believe in a representative America for all its peoples”

- Arshan Khalid, ISNA National Office of Interfaith and Community Alliances

ISNA is Hiring!

Outreach and Engagement Coordinator

Email Resume To Basharat.saleem@Isna.net

Community Outreach And Engagement Coordinator

Job Type: Full TimeReports to: Executive Director

Location: ISNA HQ, 6555 South 750 East, Plainfield, Indiana 46168

ISNA seeks an enthusiastic and organized Community Outreach & Engagement Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will develop and implement outreach strategies to engage with our target audience and promote our programs and services to Masjids, Islamic Schools, and communities. The ideal candidate is passionate about community engagement, possesses excellent communication skills, and thrives in a dynamic environment.

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