IAW: Islam Awareness Week

Lectures:

“Legacy of All Prophets” - Dr. Reda Bedeir
February 6, 2012 at ETLC 1-007
-> 6 pm
To become a Muslim is very simple, all one has to do is say the Shahada – not only with words, but with their heart. The Shahada means to “bear witness that there is no god but Allah, and that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is the last and final messenger”. The word “Allah” is Arabic, and simply means the one and only God. All prophets prior to Muhammad (pbuh) had been given the same message to pass on to their nations: that there is one God and that they have been sent down as warners to reveal this message. This statement has altered nations, and continues to define the lives of billions of people, which makes one wonder – could such a simple statement hold a deeper meaning?
        
” The Qur’an: Myths & Reality” - Shaykh Mustafa Khattab
February 7, 2012 at ETLC 1-007
-> 6 pm
The true message of the Qur’an, what the Qur’an says about Jihad, women,
the Jews & Christians, and other controversial issues.
        
“Canada’s Prophet: Was there a Prophet sent with a message for Canadians?” - Dr. Syed ibn Iqbal 
February 8, 2011 at ESB 3-27
-> 6 pm 
        
“Balance and Purpose” - Usama Cannon
February 9, 2011 at ETLC 1-007
-> 6 pm
        
“Prophetic Mercy” – Usama Cannon 
February 10, 2011 at ED 165
-> 10:30 am
        
“Spirituality and the Modern World”  - Shaykh Ramzy Ajem 
February 10, 2011 at Telus 150 – Followed by a FREE dinner and desert
-> 6pm
In the clutter of our modern world’s products and distractions, we as
human beings have become alienated from the natural world, from our
neighbours, and ultimately from our Creator. It has become difficult
for people to find meaning and purpose in their lives. We have a need,
a longing for “something more.” This talk will address this issue from
an Islamic perspective. How do we live in harmony with our deepest
spiritual needs?
Locations:

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IAW Keynote Speakers

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS:

Shaykh Reda Bedeir, PhD
Shaykh Reda Bedeir, PhD.
Dr. Reda Bedeir is a currently a professor of religious studies here at the University of Alberta. He carries a life-time worth of achievements. From the land of Egypt, he was invited by the University of Calgary to teach Qur’anic Classical Arabic, and also served as an Imam for the Calgary Islamic Centre. He then moved to Burnaby, BC to serve as Imam the Muslim Chaplain at Simon Fraser University. He also served as a community counselor and personal development life coach.Shaykh Reda holds two Bachelor’s degrees, one in Islamic Sciences with AlAzhar Univeristy, one Masters degree, and a Ph.D with AlAzhar University in Applied Linguistics and Tafsir of Surat Yusuf. He has learned under prominent shuyukh such as: Dr. Sayed Noah, Sh. Abdul-Rahman Abdul-Khaliq, Dr. Salah As-Sawy, Dr. Muhammad Yusri and Dr. Abdullah Barakat.
Shaykh Mustafa Khattab
Mustafa Khattab is the Imam of Al-Rashid mosque in
Edmonton, Alberta. He’s also an Assistant Lecturer of Islamic Studies
in English, Al-Azhar University. Khattab, who received his MA & BA
degrees in Islamic Studies in English with Honors, served as a
Fulbright Interfaith Scholar and an Imam in the United States for
three years. His PhD research focusses on the images of Islam and
Muslims in the American media. He is the co-translator of the whole
Qur’an into English, author of The Nation of Islam, and contributor to
the Encyclopedia of Muslim-American History.
My lecture is titled: “The Qur’an: Myths & Reality” focusses on the
true message of the Qur’an, what the Qur’an says about Jihad, women,
the Jews & Christians, and other controversial issues.
Usama Canon

Born and raised in California, Usama Canon embraced Islam in 1996. Since then, he has had the honor of studying various Islamic Sciences both at home and abroad under some of today’s foremost scholars. Currently, Usama Canon serves as an Instructor at Zaytuna Institute and as a Muslim Chaplain for the State of California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Usama Canon is the Founding Director of Ta’leef Collective and maintains an active role in various facets of outreach and education, concentrating on issues facing Muslim youth, assisting converts, and developing support systems for Muslim ex-offenders.
Shaykh Ramzy Ajem
Shaykh Ramzy Ajem is a noted Islamic scholar who has spent more than a
decade serving his community. His diverse experience includes his work
at Risalah Foundation, where he established the organization’s vision,
direction, and institutional objectives. He also serves as a Chaplain
with Correctional Services Canada where he teaches and counsels Muslim
inmates. As co-founder and Director of Curriculum Development at the
Razi Group, he oversees a multidisciplinary team of Islamic scholars,
educators, and researchers in developing Islamic and culturally-relevant curricula.His education and training in the Islamic sciences includes over ten years of studies in Canada, the Middle East, and North Africa. He received numerous authorizations to teach the Islamic sciences from scholars in Damascus, Fez, and Southern Morocco. He currently resides in Toronto with his wife and children.
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PROTEST TO CLOSE GUANTANAMO and BRING OMAR HOME!

PROTEST TO CLOSE GUANTANAMO and BRING OMAR HOME !

Date:
Saturday, January 7, 2012

Time:

1:00pm until 4:00pm
Place:

Alberta Legislature Building

10800 97 Ave. N.W.,

Check out the Facebook event page for more details!

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MSA End of Semester Game Night!

Assalamaoalaikum Everyone!

Finished exams? Want to chill out with your fellow muslims on campus? Come on down to the Muslim Student’s Association’s Game Night this January 6, 2012! Backed by popular demand, this event is open to ANYONE and EVERYONE =)

CAB rooms 229, 235, 239, and in 243 have been booked for this evening event. No cost to attend and food will be sold at a reasonable price!

This event is for brothers AND sisters!

We will insha’Allah have all three primary consoles (Xbox 360, PS3, and Wii) in the brother’s rooms and board games in the sisters rooms. You’re all welcome to bring any games, food, etc you wish!

We look forward to ending a great semester and the beginning of a new one here at the University of Alberta =D

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Sisters Eid Potluck!!

What a better way to celebrate Eid than with food and good company?

The MSA Sisters will be hosting a Eid potluck on campus on Thursday November 17th, 2011.

As this is a potluck, I ask each and every one of you to please specify what you will be bringing in order to avoid getting 10 of the same dish. ;)

If you would like more information regarding MSA Sisters events, please ask to be placed on the Sisters mailing list. Feel free to invite as many people as you’d like!

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Boyle Street Luncheon for the Homeless

Assalamu alaikum,

The Muslim Student Association (MSA) of the University of Alberta in conjunction with Islamic Family and Social Services Association (IFSSA) & Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) are organizing a “Serve the homeless” event where Halal Roast Beef Lunch is going to be served at the Boyle Street Homeless Shelter.

The MSA is calling for volunteers from all heritages and legacies to join the Muslims in this event and to contribute to the bigger community of the city of Edmonton.

The lunch will be served on November 13th, 2011, yet the cooking will be taking place for the two days that precede the event (i.e. 11th and 12th), you have one of the THREE days to volunteer.

Here are the times:

Friday

9 am – 12 noon (4 spots)

Saturday

1 pm – 4 pm ( 6 spots)

Sunday

8 am – 11 am (14 spots)

11 am – 2 pm (18 spots)

2 pm – 5 pm (16 spots)

Please follow the following steps if you would like to volunteer

1) Fill out the IFSSA Volunteer form at the link listed below

http://svy.mk/IFSSA-Volunteer

2) Once you have completed the form, please contact one of the Volunteer Coordinators listed below and let us know which time slot you would like to volunteer.

· Abdullah Ahmed – abdullah@sparkative.ca

· Anum Tahir – atahir@ualberta.ca

· Asher Khalil – asherkr37@gmail.com 780-266-5737

Thanks a lot for your time and participation and we will be very happy to welcome you in our team.

Regards.

MSA Boyle Street Dinner Team.

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Volunteers Wanted: Attention All Muslims!!!

Volunteer Opportunities:

Dawah Booth

Do you like talking to others about Islam?

Are you sociable and approachable?

If yes, then the Da’wah team is for you!

Take up the opportunity to go through Da’wah training sessions. And once you’re done, practice what you learn at the weekly booth.

So ask yourself: do you have what it takes to be a Da’ee? Are you willing to commit to spreading the word of Islam?

 

Don’t hesitate to email me at dawah@msauofa.com. First training session coming up soon in a location near you (inshallah)!

IFSSA 

IFSSA (Islamic Family and Social Services Association) is in dire need of volunteers to help out with sorting clothes and donation materials.

ADDRESS

IFSSA
#85, 4003-98 Street
Edmonton, AB T6E 6M8

E-MAIL

info@ifssa.ca

Hours of Operation:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Thursday: 9:00AM – 1:00PM
Saturday: 9:00AM – 3:00PM
CLOSED: ALL day Sunday & Monday
Phone: (780) 430-9220
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MSA Welcome Back/Eid Dinner !

Assalamoalaikum Everyone !

New to the University ? Missed Morientation ? Don’t feel disheartened!

Your favourite local Muslim Students Association at the University of Alberta will be hosting a Welcome back [to School]/Eid-ul-Fitr Dinner, Sponsored by the International Center!

Enjoy a FREE catered dinner, get acquainted with the MSA, and [inshallah] start the year off right !

The Event will be held inshallah on Friday, September 16, 2011 at 6pm sharp!

To RSVP, please email your Name, Faculty, and Year of Study to us at msa@ualberta.ca

We look forward to seeing you all there !

 

 

 

 

 

 
‘Abdullah ibn ‘Amr reported that the Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, said, “Worship the All-Merciful and feed people. Make the greeting common practice among you and you will enter the Garden.” -Adab al-Mufrad of Imam al-Bukhari

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MSA Morientation

 

M[uslim] Orientation!

Make friends!
Get shown to your Class Rooms!
Faculty Specific Tours and Lectures!
Academic and Spiritual Orientation!

The MSA has planned out a day of various activities that are fun and also teach you the essentials of life on campus.

You dont want to miss out !!!

Its Everything the S.U. orientation has to offer and more!!!

Please register by emailing your name and field of study to msa@ualberta.ca. A free lunch and gift bag will be given only to those who RSVP by email inshaAllah

The Journey begins September 5, 2011

Brought to you by the University of Alberta Muslim Students Association

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New website

Welcome to the Muslim Students’ Association’s new website. We will be updating this site regularly with announcements about upcoming events, fundraisers, and pertinent organisations both on campus and throughout the community. Please stop by regularly and provide any feedback you may have through the contact form.

Wassalamu alaikum–may peace be upon you!

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