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Dear Brothers and Sisters, عليكممالس, On September 21st, MCC had our 50th Anniversary Gala at the Holiday Inn in Skokie. It was a grand event where we had over 1000 people attend to commemorate this auspicious occasion. Our host, journalist Ash-har Quraishi, welcomed the audience and dignitaries, which included Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, who addressed the audience to show her support for the MCC. We had our films playing throughout the evening that were written and directed by Al-Imran Husain and Jayme Covaliers. Our panel discussions by the Past- Presidents and the MCC Second Generation were inspiring as we got to see what MCC meant to all of them. We capped off the evening with awards to Amantullah Ansari and Syeda Afifa Quadri for their tireless work over the years for MCC. Our last event for the evening was "In Memoriam," which bought tears to everyone's eyes as we did a dua for those who passed away. The night's highlight was the culmination of fifty years of friendships under one roof; many who had not seen each other in over twenty-five years. People came from all over the country to be part of this event, and we cannot thank you enough for taking time out and coming back to Chicago. Flying in from both coasts tells all of us what President’s Report The Message The Message The Message Vol. 50 / No. 10 / Safar—Rabbi-ul-Awwal 1441/ October 2019 A Publicaon of the Muslim Community Center, Chicago, IL Interfaith & Outreach Hosts Annual Soup Kitchen A group of MCC seniors has been hosng soup kitchens for some years now, and this is a community-building event to highlight the work of Muslims supporng their neighbors. The most recent one was held at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Evanston on September 8th. Middle eastern food was served to about 100 homeless guests by about fiſteen volunteers, which included seniors, young adults, and kids. Alhamdulillah, the food and hospitality were much appreciated. The next soup kitchen is scheduled for September 30th at the Second Bapst Church. If anyone is interested in volunteering, please email Rashida Najiullah at [email protected]. For informaon regarding these and any of our events please visit us at www.mccchicago.org. On 14th September, the MEC Women’s Commiee’s Mommy and Me program arranged a field trip at the farm for its young members. Kids enjoyed peng farm animals and riding a hay truck. Children also learned about farm animals. It was a beauful day to be outside, which was enjoyed by all the parcipants. Remember to be environmentally conscious! Please be sure to contact your masjid office manager at MCC or MEC and convey your preference for our E-Newsleer. Also, please update and confirm all of your contact informaon to be correct on file. E-Newsleer Reminder
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Dear Brothers and Sisters, السالم عليكم,
On September 21st, MCC had our 50th Anniversary Gala at the Holiday Inn in Skokie. It was a grand event where we had over 1000 people attend to commemorate this auspicious occasion. Our host, journalist Ash-har Quraishi, welcomed the audience and dignitaries, which included Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, who addressed the audience to show her support for the MCC. We had our films playing throughout the evening that were written and directed by Al-Imran Husain and Jayme Covaliers. Our panel discussions by the Past-Presidents and the MCC Second Generation were inspiring as we got to see what MCC meant to all of them. We capped off the evening with awards to Amantullah Ansari and Syeda Afifa Quadri for their tireless work over the years for MCC. Our last event for the evening was "In Memoriam," which bought tears to everyone's eyes as we did a dua for those who passed away. The night's highlight was the culmination of fifty years of friendships under one roof; many who had not seen each other in over twenty-five years. People came from all over the country to be part of this event, and we cannot thank you enough for taking time out and coming back to Chicago. Flying in from both coasts tells all of us what
President’s Report
The MessageThe MessageThe Message Vol. 50 / No. 10 / Safar—Rabbi-ul-Awwal 1441/ October 2019
A Publication of the Muslim Community Center, Chicago, IL
Interfaith & Outreach Hosts
Annual Soup Kitchen
A group of MCC seniors has been
hosting soup kitchens for some years
now, and this is a community-building
event to highlight the work of Muslims
supporting their neighbors. The most
recent one was held at St. Paul’s
Lutheran Church in Evanston on
September 8th. Middle eastern food
was served to about 100 homeless
guests by about fifteen volunteers,
which included seniors, young adults,
and kids. Alhamdulillah, the food and
hospitality were much appreciated.
The next soup kitchen is scheduled
for September 30th at the Second
Baptist Church. If anyone is interested
in volunteering, please email Rashida
Najiullah at [email protected].
For information regarding these and
any of our events please visit us at
www.mccchicago.org.
On 14th September, the MEC
Women’s Committee’s Mommy and
Me program arranged a field trip at the
farm for its young members. Kids
enjoyed petting farm animals and riding
a hay truck. Children also learned about
farm animals. It was a beautiful day to
be outside, which was enjoyed by all
the participants.
Remember to be environmentally
conscious! Please be sure to contact
your masjid office manager at MCC or
MEC and convey your preference for
our E-Newsletter. Also, please update
and confirm all of your contact
information to be correct on file.
E-Newsletter Reminder
Past Events- The Sisterhood Circle kick-off was successful with 20+ sisters in audience.
The Youth of MCC group began an 8-week program with Br. Umair Haseeb discussing signs of the end of time; every Sunday, 10a-12p; MEC Youth Room.
The Youth & Women's Committee End of Summer Picnic was successful with 30+ women participating.
The Young Muslim Sisters kick-off was successful with 20+ girls in attendance. For information, visit their Instagram account @yms.mortongrove.
Alhamdulillah, Beyond Bilal with Brother Mustafa Briggs was a wonderful and very successful event. It’s safe to say that everyone who attended the event left having learned something new and amazing about Islamic history. If you participated in the event and would like the slides from the lecture, please email the speaker at [email protected].
Upcoming Events- * MCC Youth High School & College Book Club Kick-off event, September 29, 2019, MEC Youth Room. * MCC Innovate! A Community Youth Problem Solving Competition submissions due October 1, 2019. * SoulFood Sisterhood Circle for High School, College, & Young Professional sisters meets next on September 21, 2019; 11:45 am; MEC Youth Room. * MCC Youth is excited to welcome Sister Menahal Begawala, LMHC October 11-13. She will be speaking with middle school and high school sisters on Friday evening about healthy relationships as well as alongside Imam Ibrahim to all high school and college students on Sunday morning about addiction. Many more exciting events & activities coming soon. Follow us on
at @mccchicagoyouth and @youthofmcc for updates.
If you have questions, concerns, suggestions, or comments, please reach out to our youth coordinators: Sarah Kadir, [email protected] & Aminah McBryde-Redzovic, [email protected].
MCC Youth In ActionMCC Youth In Action
The Library Committee has launched
its online crossword puzzle contest. The
e-Newsletter will feature a link to a
crossword puzzle related to various
individuals who have been an integral
part of MCC’s history. Unscramble the
names with the help of clues and com-
plete the crossword puzzle. You will be
prompted to fill out a form with your
information. The first three correct
completed puzzles will receive prizes
and winners will be announced in the
next issue!
* Members of the MCC Administration
and Committees are not eligible to
participate.
MCC Election Day: December 8, 2019 from
10 am - 3 pm at MCC & MEC.
Deadline to request Absentee Ballot: Nov. 8, 2019
Absentee ballots are available online or you can email:
Candidates Forums: Nov. 10, 2019 MCC, time 10:30am
Nov. 17, 2019 MEC, time TBD
Deadline to renew your membership to vote:
November 30th
Masood Bijapuri MCC Election Committee Chair
Election Committee Announcement
Did you know MCC's Elston building
was once a famous theater? MCC is
once again proud to participate in
2019's OPEN HOUSE CHICAGO.
Organized by the Chicago Architecture
Center, this event opens buildings to
the public all over Chicago, so curious
people can peek inside. Let's welcome
our guests with open arms! Invite your
family, friends, and neighbors to this
free event. Enjoy activities, snacks,
information, and tours of the mosque.
For more info, please email us
CHECK OUT OUR FLYER ON THE BACK
COVER!!
YMS
End of Summer Picnic
Photo courtesy: Ali Saeedi
Library Committee’s Crossword Puzzle Contest
Interfaith & Outreach Committee
Open House Chicago
MCC Publication Committee:
Shabnam Mahmood—Chair/Editor-in-chief Syed Mahmood—Co-Chair
Hafiz Ikhlas Ansari—Prayer Timetable
Mohsin Bhatty—Distribution
The Message is a monthly publication of the Muslim Community Center that informs members of admin-istration, organization and committee activities of MCC/MEC. Submit your questions and comments [email protected]. The opinions ex-pressed in The Message do not necessarily represent those of the Publication Committee. The editor reserves the right to edit all material.
Since this is an Islamic publication, please
dispose of it in a respectable Islamic manner.
Disposal bins available at MCC Elston.
MCC Elston and MEC masjid locations are requiring your generous contributions to support the security program for both facili-ties. With your generous support, you will play a part in enhancing a safe and secure environment for our community. The goal is to raise $60,000 for this initiative. Please visit our website to contribute. Jazak Allah Khairan.
On September 8, 2019, MEC Sunday
School opened its doors with much
hope and aspirations to welcome MEC
Sunday school students returning from
summer break to celebrate their first
day of Sunday School. Mixed emotions
filled the first day. Some students were
excited to see their friends after a long
time, while others were anxious to start
a new school, awaiting impatiently for
this new year to begin.
To follow the Islamic traditions to
protect the earth and to keep up with
modern times, the MEC Sunday school
administration decided to go green by
introducing the online student and staff
registration. The MEC Sunday school
community appreciated the efficiency
and convenience of paper-free
registration. Moreover, tablets were
assigned to each classroom to ease the
process of staff and student attendance
and also for posting homework
assignments. The administration is
planning to take many more green
steps in the future, In Sha Allah.
The new PTO has been very active in
providing new elements to the Sunday
school experience. They welcomed
many new and old parent volunteers
who are eager to help with the student
and parent activities planned for this
year. Though the tradition started last
MEC Sunday School Kicks Off
New Year MCCA News
MCCA HOSTS INTERNATIONAL
JOURNALISTS
Eleven senior journalists from
around the world visit and learn all
about MCC Academy and Islamic
School in America. The journalists
represented: The New York Times, The
Washington Times, CNN Philippines,
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
(ABC), Punch Nigeria, Ekattor Media
Ltd. in Bangladesh, BBC World Service,
Agence France Presse, The Jakarta
Post, and NEO News in India.
A short history of MCC Academy
(MCCA) and its leadership team was
presented to the group. This was
followed by a tour of the Skokie
campus' classrooms and ended with a
Q & A. The discussion also included
topics like U.S. relations with minority
religious communities, the rise of hate
crimes and divides, and bridging
cultural and religious identity.
Journalists interviewed some students
from MCCA College Prep.
year, the PTO will continue to serve
free pizza to the Sunday school kids for
snack time and lunch options for
families after school. Parents are
encouraged to attend the open house
on September 29. It will be an excellent
opportunity for parents to learn about
their kid's day at Sunday school and
interact with their teachers.
The new year brings fresh new
books, new teachers, new learning
goals, and even new friends. May Allah
make it the most productive and
successful year for our students and
staff yet. Ameen!
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