Virgin Mary Islamic Center

Assalamu Alaikum Brothers & Sisters Just a friendly reminder to please join us this Saturday, July 6th from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Virgin Mary Islamic Center for a discussion on "Preparing for the Month of Muharram" with Br. Zachariah. The speech will begin between 5:15 and 5:30 and will be followed by tea and socializing. In sha Allah, we'll see you there! 😊

Assalamu alaikum everyone! This week's event will be Part 3 of Dr. David Coolidge's 4-week course "Understanding Early Islamic History", on Sat., June 15th, starting at 5:00 p.m. We will begin with the speech, followed by tea & cookies and socializing. Looking forward to seeing you all there! 😊

Salaam! We bumped up the time, to see if that works better for the community. Hope to see you there Insha’Allah!

TODAY 2-5

Salaam everyone! 📢 There will NOT be a program this Saturday in order to encourage single folks to attend the Match Making event on Saturday Insha’Allah

So many new faces and lovely hearts masha’Allah. Enjoy the memories for now and we will see you soon Insha’Allah! May Allah swt accept all of our fasts, prayers, and supplications.

Salaam everyone, don’t forget Ramadan Quran Class with David Coolidge this Wednesday BEFORE Iftar Insha’Allah

BEGINS TOMORROW INSHA’ALLAH

Salaam Alaikum. *Updates on our search for a part-time VMIC staff*
(1) Based on your feedback, we are creating two openings to split the responsibilities. The two positions are now "Program Coordinator" (event planning, fundraising, center maintenance) and "Media coordinator" (flier design, social media management, branding design)
(2) See here for program coordinator job description/application form: bit.ly/vmicapplyprogram
(3) See here for media coordinator job description/application form: https://bit.ly/vmicapplymedia
(4) We are extending the application deadline to April 1st. Please share this flier with all of your friends and encourage them apply if they are looking for part-time opportunities.

Reminder tonight!!

Zoom link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4152593040?pwd=QkduK1VoQWQzRUt1bXNOQ0RTTlcwZz09

Meeting ID: 415 259 3040

Passcode: vg8ere

Premiering Monday at 3:30 PM - 5 PM (PST)

Join us as we discuss and understand the impact and significance of chaplaincy and leadership on campuses and Shia development. November 15th, 6:30-8pm EST. Click here to register: http://ow.ly/4pqv50GLFmE

Due to a limited attendance signing up for today's event, the discussion is now moved online to Zoom at 5 pm. Comment on this post if you want us to private message you the Zoom link.

In the name of Allah, the Compassionate the Merciful


Assalamu alaikum! Peace be upon you!

Each winter, several people pass away due to exposure from sleeping on the streets. This year, fundraising will support the purchase of blankets to be distributed by CORE Outreach- a local, non-profit, homeless outreach organization that offers: linkage to housing, case management, clothing, behavioral support, and more. With your support, we can make a difference in our community in shaa' Allah.


Please visit this page to learn more & support:
https://gofund.me/ceab01cc

Thank you & Jazak Allah Kheiran for your consideration.

Salam alaikum, there will be no event this weekend. Events will resume Sat 10/16 at same park in Union City, iA.

Enjoy your weekend!
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Assalamu alaikum - due to the afternoon event this upcoming weekend, VMIC will not have a program in order to not conflict with the “The Secrets of Salat.”

Insha’Allah you can all make it. It sounds like an incredibly beneficial program.

Tune in to hear the journey of several fellow Muslim converts, including familiar faces from the Bay Area!

Reborn Muharram Special - Tune in daily for 10 nights at 4:30PM (UK) on Ahlulbayt TV.

Reborn speaks to those who have returned to the eternal faith.

In the name of Allah, the Compassionate the Merciful


Assalamu alaikum and Peace be upon you


VMIC offers its condolences to all with the arrival of Muharram. Events this year will be held at SABA *virtually and in-person* during the following 10 nights. You are encouraged to attend, while observing the proper health precautions.

Topic: Muharram 1443
Speaker: Sheikh Abdul-Ghani
Livestream link: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=saba+igc
Website: http://www.saba-igc.org/

Tuesday, August 10th, 2021, will be the first day of the month of Muharram, 1443 A.H. for the entire region of North America.

Learn more here: http://ow.ly/wL9S50FMVRe

Assalamu alaikum community! We will be starting today’s zoom program real soon Insha’Allah log on to join https://islamicawareness.us18.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6e501493f1cc548ad198680d8&id=af21f5dccc&e=5ffb06b852

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Days like Eid are a special time of worship and prayer for those in our community. There has been a request made for duas & community organized Khatm (shared recitation) of the Quran.

Please keep sister Najiba in your duas and prayers who is unwell at this time. May Allah bless you and your families, and accept your prayers & worship.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WjYWVliKYfgQGMREZH87VUPlTuxQcGLhJjPqZRpw5_g/edit?usp=sharing

Asalam alaikum,
There will be no event this upcoming weekend insha'Allah. More updates for future events will be posted here soon!

Come join us for part 2 this coming Sunday Insha’Allah 11:00am Felipe Community Park in Hayward!

Asalam alaikum!

This Ramadan is a great opportunity to recognize one of the local & dedicated scholars in North America and our Bay Area. Dr. Mahjabeen Dhala is pioneering a lot of Islamic reflection and community dialogue, as well as being a true advocate for converts, women, & those looking to more deeply connect with their faith.

These days we are blessed to find a number of people who are knowledgeable, or are willing to be an advocate, and to learn from someone knowledgeable and an advocate is a blessing to facilitate growth in faith.

On Dr. Mahjabeen's Youtube channel (link below), you will find a 'Qul' series discussing Quran & tawhid, as well as a nightly 10 min reflection series premiering this Ramadan! Useful links are on the channel for anyone to stay connected... insha'Allah this may be of benefit & please do help spread the word!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjDBwoW37qCW_2dkiMHHmqw/playlists

Dr. Mahjabeen Dhala - YouTube Welcome to Dr. Mahjabeen Dhala's official YouTube Channel. REPLAYS of the speeches will be available here along with all upcoming events. Please bookmark an...

Ramadan Kareem!

Tuesday, April 13th, 2021 will be the first day of the Noble month of Ramaḍān,1442 AH.

Salāmun ʿalaykum!

I would like to extend my tabrīkāt, taḥīyyāt, and best wishes for the month of Ramaḍān! Based on reliable moon sighting reports from San Diego, I have confirmed that Tuesday, April 13th, 2021 will be the first day of the Noble month of Ramaḍān,1442 AH.

Alḥamdulillāh, with the blessing of this month we pray Allah will bless us with being able to truly benefit from all its majesty and bakarah.

With Duʿās,
Nabi R. Mir (Abidi)

Asalamu alaikum and Jummah Mubarak! As this year's month of Ramadan quickly approaches, we are reminded how great of an opportunity this month is to connect with friends, family, and neighbors. Give your friends a call and share positive energy in a safe & healthy way! : )

In the name of Allah, the Compassionate the Merciful


Assalamu alaikum! Peace be upon you!

Ahlulbayt TV is currently seeking Reverts from the VMIC and Bay Area community who would be interested in being interviewed *in-person* for their Reborn Series.

Filming will take place around April 9-10th. If you would like to be filmed, *Please* complete this form as soon as you are able.
https://forms.gle/pqa7ffwT62QwXMKE9.

Dr. Rebecca Masterton will be giving a short *online* talk on her new book Shi'i Spirituality for the Twenty-First Century at the Cambridge Festival of Ideas on Tuesday 30th March. Copies are on sale from Hujjat Bookshop and AIM bookshop. FREE Registration below!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/charity-as-activism-how-grassroots-are-changing-the-face-of-british-shiism-tickets-132278294941?fbclid=IwAR37RHRUGSamn5EvAmINXK6qGDMrO-bI1LYNGeXLkylbh2RzDyxCH0_cMAc

Charity as Activism: How Grassroots are Changing the Face of British Shiism What can Shi'a Muslims in Britain teach us about the importance of charitable giving in the twenty-first century?