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March 31,2018
Greetings from the Office of the Mayor!
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am pleased to congratulate Masjid Al-Muminun for celebrating their Annual Family Unity Day.
Al-Muminun, the Triads oldest Islamic organization, has played an important role in the lives of youth and the community for 30 years. I appreciate that many youth will benefit from the investment in their future through your scholarship fund. Thank you for supporting their education to help shape a better tomorrow. Congratulations to those being honored today. Your commitment to strengthening our community and making a difference through volunteer service is appreciated.
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NORTH MAIN STREET
PHONE 336-727-2058
. WINSTON- SALEM, NORTH CAROUNA 2710] . FAX 336-7,1.8-3241 . allenj@cityofws.org
Profile of Imam W. Deen Mohammed (ra) 1933-2008 Imam W. Deen Mohammed was unanimously elected as leader of his community after the passing of his father in 1975; The Honorable Elijah Muhammad, founder, leader, and builder of The Nation of Islam. At a very early age, Imam Mohammed developed a keen scholastic interest in science, psychology and religion. He began his education, from elementary through secondary school, at the University of Islam in Chicago. Further educational pursuits took him to Wilson Junior College, where he concentrated on microbiology and to the Loop Jr. College where he studied English, history, and the social sciences. However, his primary education has come from, and through, his continued pursuit of religion and social truths. Imam Mohammed’s astute leadership, profound social commentary on major issues, piercing scriptural insight into the Bible, Torah and Qur’an, and his unique ability to apply scriptural interpretation to social issues have brought him numerous awards and high honors. He is a man of vision who has performed many historical ‘first’. In 1992, he delivered the first Invocation in the U.S. Senate to be given by a Muslim. In 1993 he gave an Islamic Prayer at President William Jefferson Clinton’s first Inaugural Interfaith Prayer Service, and again in 1997 at President Clinton’s second Inaugural Interfaith Prayer Service. His strong interest in interfaith dialogue led him to address the Muslim-Jewish Conference on March 6, 1995, with leaders of Islam and Reform Judaism in Glencoe, IL. In October of 1996, Imam Mohammed met Pope John Paul, II, at the Vatican, at the invitation of Archbishop William Cardinal Keeler and the Focolare Movement. He met with the Pope again, on October 28, 1999, on the “eve of the New Millennium” in St. Peter’s Basilica with many other world-religious leaders. In 1997, the Focolare Movement presented him with the “Luminosa Award”, for promoting Interfaith Dialogue, peace, and understanding in the U.S. In April 2005, Imam Mohammed sent a delegation of Imams to a Muslim-Christian in Dialogue First
Symposium given by the Catholic based Focolare Movement. The focus was, “Who is Gd for us? “This program occurred after the recent inauguration of Pope Benedict XVI. In 1999, Imam Mohammed served on the Advisory Panel for Religious Freedom Abroad, formed by Secretary of State Madeline Albright. He assisted in promoting religious freedom in the United States and Abroad. In April 2005, Imam Mohammed participated in a program that featured, “A Conversation with Imam W. Deen Mohammed and Cardinal George of the Catholic Archdiocese. It was a historical event which was enlightening and illuminating. There are many more accolades, achievements and accomplishments made by Imam W. Deen Mohammed that dignify the African American Muslims as well as all Muslims in North America. His honorary doctorates, mayoral, and gubernatorial proclamations give testament to his recognized voice, and the benefit of his leadership to Muslims and nonMuslims alike. He was appointed to the World Supreme Council of Mosques because of the value of his work and leadership in America. Today, the dignity and world recognition Imam Mohammed has generated is due to the visits with kings and presidents of vast countries, and with world religious leaders such as Pope John Paul, II, the Dali Lama and many more.
Profile of Imam Dr. Nasir Ahmad Imam Dr. Nasir Ahmad is Imam at Masjid Al-Ansar in Miami, Florida. Dr. Ahmad was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois and is the second son of fifteen children. He is married to Sister Haleemah they have five daughters and five sons with thirty-three grandchildren. Imam Dr. Ahmad is an Oral/Maxillofacial Surgeon by profession receiving his BS from Florida Memorial College and receiving his dental training at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN. Imam Dr. Ahmad is a devoted student of Imam W. Deen Mohammed’s (ra) insights and strategies. He has taken a leadership role of transcribing and publishing lectures of Imam W. Deen Mohammed (ra) helping to allow Imam Mohammed’s work to be preserved. While maintaining dental practices in Florida and Texas, Imam Dr. Nasir is a frequent lecturer on the topics of health and religion giving lectures and health fairs all over the globe. Imam Dr. Nasir Ahmad has served or currently serving on the following: National Ministries Nation of Islam from 1971 to 1977 Resident Imam Masjid Al Ansar Miami, Florida Director of School Nov 1977 to Aug 1986 Personal Assistant Imam W.D. Mohammed (ra) New Earth Team Coordinator Chicago, Illinois Opened several Masjids in and around Chicagoland area Imam and Director of Clara Muhammad School Masjid Al Ansar Miami, Florida Present Coordinator State Imams Florida Assistant regional Imam for the Southeastern United States
Profile of Imam Joèl Abdur-Razzaaq Saahir Imam Joèl Abdur-Razzaaq Saahir is Resident Imam of Masjid Al-Muminun of Winston-Salem, the oldest Islamic organization in the Triad area of North Carolina. Born in Evanston, Illinois, then moving to Vallejo in Northern California, he graduated from Vallejo Senior High. Upon graduation Imam Joe’l Saahir returned to Chicago in 1986, later joined the Community of Imam W.D. Mohammed (ra) in 1992, becoming a dedicated member of Masjid Ar-Rahman. He also was active in security at the Masjid and nationally, serving on the personal protection team for Imam W.D. Mohammed (ra). After moving his family to Winston-Salem in 2005 and joining Masjid Al-Muminun, Imam Joe’l Saahir continued to assist Imam Mohammed in establishing a model community. Imam Joe’l Saahir continues to strive for a more unified, cooperative community. Serving as one of Baptist Hospitals Chaplains, Imam Saahir is on the Interfaith Winston’s Board of Guidance and an active member of Habitat for Humanity’s Faith Build Coalition. He serves as secretary for the Imams Consultative Board of North Carolina (ICBNC) and is a student in the Muslim American Logic Institute (M.A.L.I.), studying Qur’anic Arabic. Imam Joe’l Saahir has a B.S. in Business Administration from Historic Salem College. Currently, he is working towards a master’s degree in Applied Sciences at UNC Greensboro with a graduation date of August 2018. He has been married for 25 years, with three children and two grandchildren.
With Allah’s Name, The Merciful Benefactor, The Merciful Redeemer
Welcome & Opening Prayer Luncheon Entertainment
Dinner Music
Introductions Reading
Sister Safiyyah Baldwin
Guest Speakers
Past Recipients
Scholarships
Education Committee
Introduction
Imam Joèl Saahir
Keynote Speaker
Imam / Dr. Nasir Ahmad
Closing Remarks & Prayer
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The Merciful Benefactor, The Merciful Redeemer
2. Praise be to Allah, The Lord of all Systems of Knowledge.
3. The Merciful Benefactor, The Merciful Redeemer
4. Master of the Day of Judgment.
5. Only You do we worship and only You do we seek for Help.
6. Show us the Straight Wuy, The Way ofthose that You favore{ 7. Not the way of those who invited Your Wrath, and not of those who strayed away.
Ameen
With Allah’s Name, The Merciful Benefactor, The Merciful Redeemer
Luncheon Cuisine Delicious Chicken Variety Fancy Green Beans World Famous Potato Salad Fresh Garden Salad Elegant Fruit Trays Desserts Beverages
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Scholarship Awardees 2018 Brandon Bailey Aysia D’shea Greer-Parms A’leah Gunthrope Briston Whitt
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CONGRATULATIONS TO
Masjid Al Mu'Minun Winston-Salem, NC Resident Imam Joèl Abdur-Razzaaq Saahir and the Believers
May Allah continue to bless you, your family and the Believers for the excellent work that you all have done, are doing, and will continue to do in the cause of Allah's (Al-Islam) which is of benefit to the “WHOLE of HUMANITY.” FROM:
Masjid As-Salaam 5119 Monticello Road Columbia, South Carolina (803) 252-9477 masjidassalaam@yahoo.com
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Imam Khalil A. Akbar and the believers at Masjid Ash-Shaheed Congratulate and Support
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Family Unity Day and Education Scholarship Weekend May Allah (s.w.t.) bless you with success in all your endeavors of good!
Masjid Ash-Shaheed is open for the five daily prayers. You are invited to attend all of our services and programs: Jum’ah Prayer – Fridays 1:30 pm Ta’aleem (Understanding Islam and Muslims) Sunday 1:30 pm Strongend School – Sunday 10:00 am Brothers’ class – Saturday – following fajr prayer C.E.R.W.I.S. (Committee to Enhance the Role of Women in Society) – Saturday 11:00 am MASJID ASH-SHAHEED 400 W. Sugar Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 28213 (mailing address: P.O. Box 16720, Charlotte, NC 28297-6720) 704-598-4274 www.ashshaheed.com secretary’s email: aahilal@outlook.com
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