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The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park <strong>Month</strong>ly Newsletter<br />

November 2007 | Shawwal / Dhul Qadah<br />

<strong>Contact</strong> <strong>Info</strong><br />

The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park<br />

Day<br />

Thu<br />

Fri<br />

Nov.<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Hirjri<br />

Shawwal<br />

21<br />

<strong>Fajr</strong><br />

6:04<br />

6:06<br />

Sunrise<br />

7:23<br />

7:23<br />

Dhuhr<br />

12:35<br />

12:35<br />

Asr<br />

4:05<br />

4:05<br />

Maghrib<br />

5:47<br />

5:47<br />

Isha<br />

7:04<br />

7:04<br />

165<strong>30</strong> S. 104th Ave<br />

Orland Park, IL 60467<br />

708.349.6592<br />

www.op-pc.org<br />

Sat<br />

Sun<br />

Mon<br />

Tue<br />

Wed<br />

3<br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

7<br />

22<br />

23<br />

24<br />

25<br />

26<br />

6:09<br />

5:10<br />

5:11<br />

5:12<br />

5:13<br />

7:25<br />

6:26<br />

6:27<br />

6:29<br />

6:<strong>30</strong><br />

12:35<br />

11:35<br />

11:35<br />

11:35<br />

11:36<br />

4:02<br />

3:01<br />

3:00<br />

2:59<br />

2:58<br />

5:44<br />

4:43<br />

4:42<br />

4:41<br />

4:40<br />

7:02<br />

6:01<br />

6:00<br />

5:59<br />

5:58<br />

<strong>Call</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Prayer</strong><br />

Thu<br />

Fri<br />

8<br />

9<br />

27<br />

28<br />

5:14<br />

5:15<br />

6:31<br />

6:32<br />

11:36<br />

11:36<br />

2:57<br />

2:56<br />

4:39<br />

4:38<br />

5:57<br />

5:56<br />

<strong>Fajr</strong>:<br />

<strong>30</strong> <strong>min</strong> <strong>after</strong> Adthan<br />

Dhuhr:<br />

1:10 pm<br />

Asr:<br />

2 Rak’as <strong>after</strong> Adthan<br />

Maghrib:<br />

2 Rak’as <strong>after</strong> Adthan<br />

Isha:<br />

8:00pm<br />

Jumuah:<br />

Friday 1:00 pm<br />

Sat<br />

Sun<br />

Mon<br />

Tue<br />

Wed<br />

Thu<br />

Fri<br />

Sat<br />

Sun<br />

Mon<br />

Tue<br />

Wed<br />

Thu<br />

Fri<br />

Sat<br />

10<br />

11<br />

12<br />

13<br />

14<br />

15<br />

16<br />

17<br />

18<br />

19<br />

20<br />

21<br />

22<br />

23<br />

24<br />

29<br />

Dhul-Qadah<br />

2<br />

3<br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

7<br />

8<br />

9<br />

10<br />

11<br />

12<br />

13<br />

14<br />

5:16<br />

5:17<br />

5:18<br />

5:19<br />

5:20<br />

5:21<br />

5:22<br />

5:23<br />

5:25<br />

5:26<br />

5:27<br />

5:27<br />

5:29<br />

5:<strong>30</strong><br />

5:31<br />

6:33<br />

6:35<br />

6:36<br />

6:37<br />

6:38<br />

6:40<br />

6:41<br />

6:42<br />

6:43<br />

6:44<br />

6:46<br />

6:46<br />

6:48<br />

6:49<br />

6:50<br />

11:36<br />

11:36<br />

11:36<br />

11:36<br />

11:36<br />

11:36<br />

11:37<br />

11:37<br />

11:37<br />

11:37<br />

11:37<br />

11:37<br />

11:38<br />

11:38<br />

11:39<br />

2:55<br />

2:54<br />

2:53<br />

2:52<br />

2:51<br />

2:50<br />

2:49<br />

2:49<br />

2:48<br />

2:47<br />

2:46<br />

2:46<br />

2:45<br />

2:45<br />

2:44<br />

4:37<br />

4:36<br />

4:35<br />

4:34<br />

4:33<br />

4:32<br />

4:31<br />

4:<strong>30</strong><br />

4:<strong>30</strong><br />

4:29<br />

4:28<br />

4:28<br />

4:27<br />

4:26<br />

4:26<br />

5:55<br />

5:55<br />

5:54<br />

5:53<br />

5:52<br />

5:52<br />

5:51<br />

5:50<br />

5:50<br />

5:49<br />

5:48<br />

5:48<br />

5:47<br />

5:47<br />

5:46<br />

<strong>Hadith</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Month</strong><br />

The Prophet, sal Allahu alayhi wa sallam,<br />

said, "Being rich does not mean having a<br />

great amount <strong>of</strong> property. Being wealthy<br />

is being content."<br />

Sun<br />

Mon<br />

Tue<br />

Wed<br />

Thu<br />

Fri<br />

25<br />

26<br />

27<br />

28<br />

29<br />

<strong>30</strong><br />

15<br />

16<br />

17<br />

18<br />

19<br />

20<br />

5:32<br />

5:33<br />

5:33<br />

5:34<br />

5:35<br />

5:36<br />

6:51<br />

6:52<br />

6:54<br />

6:55<br />

6:56<br />

6:57<br />

11:39<br />

11:39<br />

11:39<br />

11:40<br />

11:40<br />

11:40<br />

2:43<br />

2:43<br />

2:43<br />

2:42<br />

2:42<br />

2:41<br />

4:25<br />

4:24<br />

4:24<br />

4:24<br />

4:43<br />

4:23<br />

5:46<br />

5:46<br />

5:45<br />

5:45<br />

5:45<br />

5:45<br />

-Narrated by Abu Harayrah<br />

Note: <strong>Prayer</strong> Times are ma<strong>the</strong>matical calculations and are prone to human error.<br />

© The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park


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The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park <strong>Month</strong>ly Newsletter<br />

Dates to Remember<br />

Calendar <strong>of</strong> Events<br />

masjid =<br />

Orland Park Public Library Event<br />

“COLORS OF ISLAM”<br />

Wednesday, November 7, 2007<br />

7:00pm – 8:00pm<br />

Orland Park Public Library<br />

14921 S Ravinia Ave<br />

Orland Park, IL 60462<br />

Monday<br />

Maghrib-Isha<br />

Tuesday<br />

Maghrib - Isha<br />

Men’s Arabic Tafsir Class // Br. Nazir Chahin<br />

Young boys Quranic Class //Br. Abdul Salam<br />

(708) 349-8138<br />

FREE ADMISSION<br />

2007 Executive Committee Members<br />

Dr. Mohamed Krad - President<br />

Mr. Malik Ali - Vice President and Treasurer<br />

Mr. Khalil H. Khalil - Chairman <strong>of</strong> Fundraising<br />

and Construction Committee<br />

Mr. Nizar Barakat - Member<br />

JD Mohammed N<strong>of</strong>al - Member<br />

Dr. Ashraf Abdul Hameed - Member<br />

Mr. Saad Maali - Member<br />

Dr. Khalid Raheem - Member<br />

Mr. Badie Ali - Chairman <strong>of</strong> Dawah Committee<br />

<strong>Contact</strong> Us<br />

For more info about our activities<br />

contact us<br />

Sister Mayyasah Ewidah - Secretary<br />

mewidah@op-pc.org - 708.349.6592<br />

Volunteer Committee: volunteers@op-pc.org<br />

Weekend School: Saturday<br />

708.349.6592<br />

Bro<strong>the</strong>rs Programs:<br />

Shaykh Nazir Chahin: 708.349.6592<br />

nazir@op-pc.org<br />

Sisters English Programs:<br />

Edith Natour: 708.299.1523<br />

edith@op-pc.org<br />

Sisters Arabic Programs:<br />

Um Siraj: 708.923.0033<br />

Wednesday<br />

11:<strong>30</strong> am - 1:00 pm Aqeedah Class [English program women] // Sr. Zeinat Abuzir<br />

11:00 am - 1:0 pm Computer Class for Beginners [Women, registration required] Khawla Nuseir<br />

Thursday<br />

Maghrib – Isha<br />

Men’s Quran Reading and Memorization Halaqa // Br. Nazir Chahin<br />

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Women’s Arabic program // Sr. Zainat Abuzzir & Sr. Aisha Rahima<br />

Friday<br />

12:20 pm- 12:50 pm Arabic Fiqh Halaqa [Men & Women] // Br. Nazir Chahin<br />

1:00 pm - 1:35 pm Jummah <strong>Prayer</strong><br />

Maghrib – Isha<br />

Tafsir Halaqa [Young English speaking men] // Br. Nazir Chahin<br />

7:00pm – 8:00pm<br />

Women’s Program [in English] // Sr. Aisha Rahima and Sr. Layla Mekki<br />

Saturday<br />

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Arabic class [English program women] // Sr. Sida Khater<br />

10:00 am - 1:00 pm Weekend School [5-12 yrs old by registration] // Br. Nazir Chahin<br />

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Arabic for Beginners [English program women] // Sr. Sida Khater<br />

Maghrib – Isha<br />

Youth Halaqa [Junior High boys] // Br. Ahmed Mustafa<br />

Maghrib – Isha<br />

Youth Halaqa [High School Boys] // Br. Nazir Chahin<br />

Young Girls Program<br />

Nabeela: 708.444.1443<br />

Layla Makki: 708.226.0090<br />

© The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park -2-


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November 2007 | Shawwal / Dhul Qadah<br />

Parking Lot Expansion<br />

On August 20, 2007, <strong>the</strong> Village <strong>of</strong> Orland Park Trustees unanimously (7-0) approved <strong>the</strong> parking lot expansion for final<br />

approval. This will expand <strong>the</strong> total parking to 338 stalls on 6.5 acres. With <strong>the</strong> blessing <strong>of</strong> Allah (swt) permits to start <strong>the</strong><br />

construction will be pulled soon.<br />

Below is <strong>the</strong> Proposed Master Site Plan for<br />

<strong>the</strong> entire 6.5 acres. As you notice, <strong>the</strong><br />

Master Plan includes <strong>the</strong> 3-Story Quranic<br />

Institute Community Building, as well as <strong>the</strong><br />

parking lot expansion and water pond with<br />

fountain. With <strong>the</strong> will <strong>of</strong> Allah (swt) it will<br />

be a beautiful Islamic Campus and serve<br />

as a beacon for Islam and our blessed<br />

Community.<br />

Please donate generously!<br />

• Automation reduces <strong>the</strong> costs for OPPC, so more <strong>of</strong> your<br />

contribution goes directly to <strong>the</strong> programs you support<br />

• No need to remember to write checks<br />

• Easy to maintain for both you and OPPC<br />

• Provides stable income to OPPC<br />

• Facilitates reliable budgeting for donor<br />

It’s easy to set up your EFT donation - simply fill in <strong>the</strong> form below, sign it, and send it to OPPC.<br />

Please cut along <strong>the</strong> dotted line<br />

Some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> additional benefits <strong>of</strong> EFT:<br />

Yes, I want to help OPPC fulfill its mission with my monthly contribution <strong>of</strong>:<br />

$25 $50 $100 $250 $500<br />

O<strong>the</strong>r: $<br />

Authorization:<br />

I hereby authorize <strong>the</strong> OPPC to deduct <strong>the</strong> amount chosen above from my Checking Account on <strong>the</strong> 5th <strong>of</strong> each month.<br />

Credit/Debit Card:<br />

Name on Credit Card: Card #: Ex. Date: CVC #:<br />

The 3 or 4 digit code is located on <strong>the</strong><br />

front or back <strong>of</strong> your card.<br />

I hereby authorize OPPC to deduct <strong>the</strong> amount chosen above from my credit/debit card on <strong>the</strong> 5th <strong>of</strong> each month.<br />

First Name:<br />

Occupation:<br />

Address:<br />

Phone (home):<br />

Signature:<br />

Name on Account::<br />

Routing #: Account #:<br />

Last Name:<br />

Spouse’s Name:<br />

State/Province:<br />

Phone (work):<br />

Postal Code:<br />

For non-EFT donations, please fill out <strong>the</strong> bottom half <strong>of</strong> this form and return it to OPPC with your check.<br />

Email:<br />

Date:<br />

-3-<br />

© The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park


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The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park <strong>Month</strong>ly Newsletter<br />

Parking Lot Expansion Update<br />

Alhamdulillah, <strong>the</strong> Parking Lot Expansion Project is moving forward. The Village <strong>of</strong> Orland Park unanimously<br />

approved (7-0) <strong>the</strong> parking lot project. This will expand <strong>the</strong> total parking to 338 stalls on 6.5 acres. With<br />

<strong>the</strong> blessing <strong>of</strong> Allah (swt) permits to start <strong>the</strong> construction will be pulled soon.<br />

The first stage <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> project has been completed – tearing down <strong>the</strong> old house. Throughout <strong>the</strong> month <strong>of</strong><br />

October, <strong>the</strong> Orland Park Fire Department has been using <strong>the</strong> vacant house for training. As part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

training <strong>the</strong>y have agreed to tear <strong>the</strong> house down for us by creating a controlled fire and burning it down. On<br />

October 21, 2007 <strong>the</strong> House was burned down by <strong>the</strong> Fire Department.<br />

With <strong>the</strong> blessings <strong>of</strong> Allah and <strong>the</strong> generous support <strong>of</strong> this great Community, <strong>the</strong> next stage <strong>of</strong> construction<br />

will start soon. During <strong>the</strong> Holy <strong>Month</strong> <strong>of</strong> Ramadan, you helped raise approximately 60% <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> funds<br />

needed to complete <strong>the</strong> project. So please donate generously to help reach <strong>the</strong> 100% goal and keep this<br />

project on tract for final completion.<br />

© The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park<br />

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November 2007 | Shawwal / Dhul Qadah<br />

Special Thanks!<br />

On behalf <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park, we would like to thank Dr. Blair Rhode and <strong>the</strong> Orland Park<br />

Orthopedics Center for Sports Medicine for <strong>the</strong>ir generosity during <strong>the</strong> course <strong>of</strong> Ramadan for allowing us to<br />

use <strong>the</strong>ir parking lot. Their parking lot took a lot <strong>of</strong> relief <strong>of</strong>f <strong>the</strong> gravel lot and made it much easier<br />

for worshippers to make it to <strong>the</strong> prayers. We hope we can always show our gratitude by being good<br />

neighbors. Again, THANK YOU Dr. Rhode and Orland Park Orthopedics!<br />

Orland Park Orthopedics is proud to announce its new location in Orland Park. We have relocated to 16450<br />

S. 104th Avenue. OPO provides fellowship trained sports medicine to <strong>the</strong> southwest suburbs.<br />

Orland Park Orthopedics’ doctors are subspecialty trained in sports medicine. This means that <strong>the</strong>y spent<br />

an extra year training in surgeries common to athletes. Surgeries such as ACL reconstruction, arthroscopic<br />

shoulder surgery, and elbow ligament reconstruction. They completed an accredited fellowship with <strong>the</strong><br />

Sou<strong>the</strong>rn California Center for Sports medicine.<br />

Orland Park Orthopedics – Center for Sports Medicine has a state <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> art 8,000 square foot rehabilitation<br />

facility. In addition to a full circuit gym, we have an open warehouse that can be used for speed training,<br />

throwing and industrial rehabilitation. We have <strong>the</strong> area’s only 4 camera motion analysis system, which<br />

allows simultaneous analysis from 4 angles. No o<strong>the</strong>r facility in <strong>the</strong> area has this technology. Orland Park<br />

Orthopedics has developed its own rehabilitation protocols that are carefully monitored by <strong>the</strong> surgeons.<br />

Our doctors work closely with our physical <strong>the</strong>rapists to tailor your rehabilitation. This is truly a unique<br />

interaction <strong>of</strong> sports medicine physicians with <strong>the</strong> physical <strong>the</strong>rapy staff.<br />

Physicians:<br />

Hours:<br />

Monday – Friday<br />

Saturday<br />

Dr. Blair A. Rhode, M.D.<br />

Dr. Gregory L. Primus, M.D.<br />

9:00am – 5:00pm<br />

10:00am - Noon<br />

-5-<br />

© The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park


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The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park <strong>Month</strong>ly Newsletter<br />

AL AKHBAR ~ PRAYER CE<br />

Share your news, announcements and<br />

events. If you have good news (graduations,<br />

new baby, anniversary, wedding);<br />

or sad news; or an event you would like<br />

to share with <strong>the</strong> community<br />

please contact <strong>the</strong> OPPC Secretary<br />

at 708/349-6592 or via e-mail at<br />

mewidah@op-pc.org. Space permitting,<br />

we will do our best to publish it in<br />

<strong>the</strong> next issue.<br />

New Members <strong>of</strong> Islam<br />

ALLAHU AKBAR!! Please join us in welco<strong>min</strong>g<br />

our New Muslims: Bro. Jason<br />

Rubinas and Bro. Edgar. They both<br />

recently made shahadah and accepted<br />

Islam. We pray that Allah (swt) blesses<br />

<strong>the</strong>m, rewards <strong>the</strong>m and keeps <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

faith strong. ALLAHU AKBAR!!<br />

Marriages/Engagements<br />

Congratulations to <strong>the</strong> following<br />

couples on <strong>the</strong>ir recent marriage:<br />

• Yousif Zegar and Nadia Al-Ramahi<br />

• Yahya Mohammad and Alya Zayed<br />

• Sameeh Alajoury and Hind Haddad<br />

May Allah (swt) keep <strong>the</strong>ir marriage<br />

and faith strong, and bless <strong>the</strong>m with<br />

years <strong>of</strong> happiness and joy.<br />

Special Thanks to…<br />

• OPPC Ramadan Team for<br />

coordinating this year’s Ramadan<br />

events and activities.<br />

• Sh Nazir Chahin; Sh Mohammed<br />

Khair and Sh Mohammed Hasanein<br />

for leading Isha and Taraweeh<br />

prayer during Ramadan.<br />

• Ziyad Brands for donating various<br />

food items for suhoor during<br />

Ramadan.<br />

• Al-Basha Sweets for donating<br />

desserts during Ramadan and <strong>the</strong><br />

Eid Dinner<br />

• Pyramid Supermarket for donating<br />

various food items for suhoor during<br />

Ramadan.<br />

• Orland Park Police Department for<br />

<strong>the</strong>ir continued support and<br />

assistance.<br />

• Our good neighbor to <strong>the</strong> north - Dr.<br />

Blair Rohde <strong>of</strong> Orland Park<br />

Orthopedics for allowing us to use<br />

his parking lot during Ramadan.<br />

• All <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> great Ramadan volunteers<br />

that worked on parking, guest<br />

services, hospitality, fundraising,<br />

qiyam, babysitting, logistics, audio/<br />

visual, eid prayer, eid dinner and<br />

maintenance.<br />

Schedule a Tour <strong>of</strong><br />

The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center Masjid<br />

Come take a tour <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Orland Park<br />

Masjid. Tours are scheduled daily and<br />

open to <strong>the</strong> public. If you know any<br />

groups or individuals who are interested<br />

in touring <strong>the</strong> Masjid, please contact<br />

<strong>the</strong> Dawah Committee at dawah@oppc.org,<br />

or contact <strong>the</strong> OPPC Secretary<br />

at 708/349-6592 or via e-mail at<br />

mewidah@op-pc.org to schedule a<br />

tour.<br />

New Arrivals<br />

Congratulations to Yassmean Ali and<br />

Muhamad Krad on <strong>the</strong> birth <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir first<br />

child. A healthy girl named Tesneem!<br />

She was born on September 24, 2007,<br />

6 lbs, 14 oz, 19 1/2’ tall. Mom, Baby<br />

and Dad are doing well. Alhamdulilah!<br />

Congratulations to Feras and Iman Ali<br />

on <strong>the</strong> birth <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir first child. A healthy<br />

boy named Adam! He was born on<br />

September 27, 2007, 8 lbs, 21’ tall.<br />

Mom, Baby and Dad are doing well.<br />

Alhamdulilah!<br />

Congratulations to Mohanad and<br />

Amanda Froukh on <strong>the</strong> birth <strong>of</strong> healthy<br />

twins. On October 15, 2007 Mariya<br />

Froukh at 6 lbs, 13 oz and 20’ was born<br />

at 1:<strong>30</strong> p.m.; and Jamal Froukh at 6<br />

lbs, 7 oz and 19” was born at 1:35<br />

p.m. Mom, Babies and Dad are doing<br />

well. Alhamdulilah!<br />

May Allah (swt) bless <strong>the</strong>m and protect<br />

<strong>the</strong>m all.<br />

© The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park<br />

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November 2007 | Shawwal / Dhul Qadah<br />

ENTER COMMUNITY NEWS<br />

OPPC’s New<br />

Outreach Coordinator<br />

The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center is pleased to<br />

announce that it now has a new<br />

Outreach Coordinator. Please join us in<br />

welco<strong>min</strong>g Sis. Edith Natour. Make sure<br />

to stop by her <strong>of</strong>fice to say hello. Her<br />

Office is on <strong>the</strong> Main Level, adjacent to<br />

<strong>the</strong> elevator. She can be reached at<br />

708/349-6592 or via e-mail at<br />

edith@op-pc.org. May Allah (swt)<br />

reward her and bless her!<br />

OPPC Website Updates<br />

Log-on to OPPC’s website at<br />

www.op-pc.org to view <strong>the</strong> recent<br />

updates. You can now create your own<br />

My OPPC Account, join a committee<br />

and e-mail list; search <strong>the</strong> Holy Quran<br />

in English and Arabic; read <strong>the</strong> <strong>Hadith</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> day; and search <strong>the</strong> <strong>Hadith</strong> database.<br />

Please create an account to get<br />

frequent announcements and activities.<br />

May Allah bless <strong>the</strong> Audio Visual/Web<br />

Committee for all <strong>the</strong>ir hard work in<br />

updating <strong>the</strong> Website.<br />

Newsletter Now on <strong>the</strong> Web<br />

You can now download an electronic<br />

version <strong>of</strong> this monthly newsletter<br />

directly from <strong>the</strong> website. Please visit<br />

www.op-pc.org.<br />

Famous Qari Muhammad<br />

Jebril visits OPPC<br />

World-Renowned Qari Muhammad<br />

Jebril visited OPPC and lead Isha and<br />

Taraweeh <strong>Prayer</strong> during Ramadan. His<br />

Quran recitation during Isha and<br />

Taraweeh <strong>Prayer</strong> are now available<br />

on CD and DVD. To order your copy,<br />

please contact <strong>the</strong> OPPC Secretary<br />

at 708/349-6592 or via e-mail<br />

at mewidah@op-pc.org.<br />

Khutbahs on DVD<br />

Friday Khutbahs, Guest Speakers and<br />

Lectures are now available on DVD. To<br />

order your copy, please contact <strong>the</strong><br />

OPPC Secretary at 708/349-6592 or<br />

via e-mail at mewidah@op-pc.org.<br />

AIA Annual Fundraising Dinner<br />

The American Islamic Association in<br />

Frankfort will be holding its<br />

Annual Fundraising Dinner<br />

Topic: Muslim Women -<br />

Giving and Taking<br />

Keynote Speaker:<br />

Pr<strong>of</strong>essor A<strong>min</strong>ah McCloud, PhD<br />

Date: Saturday, December 8, 2007<br />

Time: Registration begins at 6:00pm<br />

Tickets: Adults ........................ $50<br />

Chirldren and Youth Under 18... $25<br />

For more information please contact<br />

708/891-3663 or 815/469-1551;<br />

www.aiamasjid.org.<br />

Advertisers Wanted!<br />

What better way to help your business<br />

and help <strong>the</strong> Masjid at <strong>the</strong> same time<br />

by taking an Ad in <strong>the</strong> Newsletter. All<br />

ads are printed <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> highest quality<br />

color and mailed out to over 1500<br />

homes and over 3500 are printed<br />

monthly. Full Page, Half Page, Quarter<br />

Page, Business Card Size are available.<br />

<strong>Contact</strong> <strong>the</strong> OPPC Secretary at<br />

708/349-6592 or via e-mail at<br />

mewidah@op-pc.org to secure an ad.<br />

Employment Opportunity<br />

Bilingual Imam<br />

The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center is looking for a fulltime<br />

bilingual Imam. Please help us in<br />

our search. All interested applicants<br />

should contact <strong>the</strong> OPPC Secretary at<br />

-7-<br />

708/349-6592 or via e-mail at<br />

mewidah@op-pc.org. A detailed job<br />

description can be found on <strong>the</strong> website:<br />

www.op-pc.org.<br />

Teachers<br />

The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park is<br />

looking for qualified individuals that<br />

would be willing to teach at <strong>the</strong> Quranic<br />

School on Saturdays. If interested<br />

please contact <strong>the</strong> OPPC Secretary at<br />

708/349-6592 or via e-mail at<br />

mewidah@op-pc.org.<br />

Lost and Found<br />

The lost and found box is with <strong>the</strong> OPPC<br />

Secretary. She can be reached at<br />

708/349-6592 or via e-mail at<br />

mewidah@op-pc.org. If you have lost<br />

an item in <strong>the</strong> Masjid, please claim it<br />

from <strong>the</strong> Secretary.<br />

Muslim Turkey Drive<br />

Join Muslims from all across<br />

Chicagoland as we donate funds to<br />

<strong>the</strong> Sabeel Food Pantry to help purchase<br />

Turkeys for families <strong>of</strong> children<br />

at Emmitt Till Academy and o<strong>the</strong>r<br />

school in <strong>the</strong> Chicago area.<br />

Organized by:<br />

*American Muslims for Activism<br />

and Learning (AMAL);<br />

*Sabeel Food Pantry<br />

Please visit www.sabeelpantry.org for<br />

more information.<br />

Pictures.. Pictures.. Pictures!<br />

Please visit <strong>the</strong> website at www.op-pc.org<br />

to view recent photos on various events<br />

and activities. View and download photos<br />

from <strong>the</strong> dinner, basketball tournament and<br />

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The <strong>Prayer</strong> Center <strong>of</strong> Orland Park <strong>Month</strong>ly Newsletter<br />

Protectors <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Religion<br />

09/21/2007 Khutba<br />

Mr. Zarzoor<br />

Muslims have to pay attention and provide defenders for our community to survive. There were Muslim<br />

communities that did not survive due to <strong>the</strong> lack <strong>of</strong> organizations to defend <strong>the</strong>m. The Prophet<br />

Mohammed (PBUH) took every opportunity to ensure his people and religion were defended, including<br />

sending Muslims to Abyssinia for safety. It was one Muslim who rebutted <strong>the</strong> claims by <strong>the</strong> Quraysh;<br />

<strong>the</strong>refore, providing safety for all Muslims in Abyssinia. Currently, we need to provide and support<br />

institutions, groups, and think tanks to represent and defend <strong>the</strong> Muslims.<br />

Children<br />

09/29/2007 Khutba<br />

There are two examples in <strong>the</strong> Quran <strong>of</strong> extreme obedience and disobedient children.<br />

First was Nuh (AS) who asked his son to join him on <strong>the</strong> boat and not be <strong>of</strong> those who disbelieve in Allah<br />

(SWT). Nuh’s son said he would not join his fa<strong>the</strong>r and that he will climb a high mountain when <strong>the</strong> rain<br />

came. Nuh (AS) son is an example <strong>of</strong> extreme disobedience.<br />

Ibrahim (AS) dreamt he slaughtered his son. He asked his son what to do, and <strong>the</strong> son replied to do as<br />

commanded and <strong>the</strong> son would be patient. Ibrahim’s son is an example <strong>of</strong> extreme obedience.<br />

Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) was <strong>the</strong> best around <strong>the</strong> kids to raise, guide, and teach <strong>the</strong>m. Companions<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) applied <strong>the</strong> verses in <strong>the</strong> Quran in <strong>the</strong>ir life. The Prophet Mohammed<br />

(PBUH) never told <strong>the</strong> children “o<strong>of</strong>”, nor questioned why <strong>the</strong>y did or did not do something.<br />

We need to support educating Muslim children to learn Islam.<br />

Streng<strong>the</strong>n Our Relationship<br />

10/05/2007 Khutba<br />

Sh. Nazir<br />

If you believe in Allah (SWT) and <strong>the</strong> day <strong>of</strong> resurrection, <strong>the</strong>n connect and streng<strong>the</strong>n your ties with your<br />

relatives. Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) stated a requirement to enter Heaven peacefully is to streng<strong>the</strong>n<br />

ties with relatives. To be this honored person you have to connect when <strong>the</strong>y disconnect, visit when <strong>the</strong>y<br />

do not want to receive you, and extend your help when <strong>the</strong>y do not expect it. Yusuf (AS) forgave his<br />

bro<strong>the</strong>rs who spoke ill about him and left him to die in <strong>the</strong> well. They wanted to kill Yusuf and yet he still<br />

forgave <strong>the</strong>m.<br />

To whom <strong>the</strong>y should spend <strong>the</strong>ir charity:<br />

1. Whatever you spend from <strong>the</strong> bounties <strong>of</strong> Allah (SWT) spend on your parents first, <strong>the</strong>n relatives,<br />

orphans, poor, and <strong>the</strong> traveler.<br />

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2. When you give to <strong>the</strong> needy, it counts for you as charity; fur<strong>the</strong>rmore, when you give to needy<br />

relatives, your reward is doubled. First, this act brought <strong>the</strong> hearts <strong>of</strong> your relatives and you closer.<br />

Second, you fulfilled <strong>the</strong> act <strong>of</strong> charity.<br />

Steps to streng<strong>the</strong>n your relationship with relatives:<br />

1. Having no ill feelings towards your family, forgive <strong>the</strong>m, and pray for <strong>the</strong>m<br />

2. Receive, visit, call, and ask about <strong>the</strong>m<br />

3. Smile and do good to <strong>the</strong>m<br />

4. Extend your hand and help <strong>the</strong>m when <strong>the</strong>y are poor with what Allah (SWT) bestowed onto you<br />

5. Share with <strong>the</strong>m <strong>the</strong> good and troubling days, also <strong>the</strong> great occasions and sad occasions<br />

6. <strong>Call</strong> <strong>the</strong>m to witness with you for what is good for <strong>the</strong>m<br />

7. Advise <strong>the</strong>m when <strong>the</strong>y make a bad decision<br />

8. Be s<strong>of</strong>t in dealing with <strong>the</strong>m<br />

9. Be a good messenger<br />

When families meet, <strong>the</strong>y blame each o<strong>the</strong>r. Yet <strong>the</strong>re is no need to argue over whose fault it is and spread<br />

blame. Just as we hope (with <strong>the</strong> conclusion <strong>of</strong> Ramadan) that Allah swt will Forgive all <strong>of</strong> our sins, we<br />

too must forgive each o<strong>the</strong>r. This does not only include family and friends but all <strong>of</strong> our Muslim bro<strong>the</strong>rs<br />

and sisters. The one who does not connect with <strong>the</strong>ir relatives and does not look <strong>after</strong> <strong>the</strong>m should not<br />

expect to go to Paradise. No Muslim has <strong>the</strong> right to disconnect from his bro<strong>the</strong>r for more than three<br />

nights. Therefore, make a list and call relatives and friends.<br />

Worship <strong>after</strong> Ramadan<br />

10/12/2007 Eid <strong>Prayer</strong><br />

Sh. Nazir<br />

Eid comes <strong>after</strong> major seasons <strong>of</strong> worship and sacrifices such as Ramadan and Haj. Eid comes with<br />

pleasure, satisfaction, great feelings, and thoughts. Unless you are truthful, honest, just, and seek <strong>the</strong><br />

permissible, <strong>the</strong>n fasting, prayer, and zakat are not sufficient alone. Allah (SWT) does not need your<br />

hunger and thirst if you are not willing to give up lying and backbiting.<br />

• The main worship <strong>of</strong> an influential person in <strong>the</strong> society is to enforce what is right and assist those<br />

oppressed.<br />

• The main worship <strong>of</strong> those financially rich is to spend <strong>the</strong>ir wealth, which pleases Allah (SWT) and His<br />

cause.<br />

• The main worship <strong>of</strong> those with knowledge is to teach.<br />

• The main worship <strong>of</strong> a man is to support <strong>the</strong>ir family and provide channels to guide <strong>the</strong>m.<br />

• The main worship <strong>of</strong> a woman is to support <strong>the</strong>ir family and bring peace at home.<br />

• Our main worship in this country is taking care <strong>of</strong> our youth and making <strong>the</strong>m our leaders for tomorrow.<br />

Ramadan had great achievements; however, <strong>the</strong>y are not good enough unless maintained. Take <strong>the</strong> habits<br />

developed in Ramadan and carry <strong>the</strong>m over <strong>after</strong> Ramadan.<br />

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Thanks for Co<strong>min</strong>g!!!<br />

3rd Annual Hole-In-One Golf Outing<br />

Aside from 18 fun holes <strong>of</strong> golf and a fabulous selection <strong>of</strong> gifts, prizes and auction items, <strong>the</strong> company<br />

at our 3rd Annual Golf Outing was (as always) spectacular. Special thanks to all <strong>the</strong> volunteers who<br />

made this event possible and to <strong>the</strong> Orland Park Police Department/Village Hall Members for joining<br />

us in this wonderful event.<br />

Be sure to join us next year for a good time and an even better cause. To participate in next years<br />

“Hole-In-One Golf Outing” or to be added to <strong>the</strong> golf contact list, please e-mail <strong>the</strong> Golf Committee<br />

at golf@op-pc.org.<br />

Hit ‘em straight and hit ‘em far!<br />

Lace Em’ Up Again!<br />

5 on 5 Boys High School Basketball Tournament/3-Point Shootout<br />

Ano<strong>the</strong>r year, ano<strong>the</strong>r AMAZING finish. It went like this:<br />

With only two seconds remaining and down by two, <strong>the</strong> ball was inbounded from half-court. The<br />

“unknown bro<strong>the</strong>r in <strong>the</strong> kufi” catches it behind <strong>the</strong> half court line. One can nearly hear him utter<br />

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“Bismillah” under his breath as he launched <strong>the</strong> ball into <strong>the</strong> air. Time stood still. Alas, <strong>the</strong> ball bounces<br />

<strong>of</strong>f <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> backboard and YES, through <strong>the</strong> net! Complete pandemonium in <strong>the</strong> arena. Allahu Akbar!<br />

Allahu Akbar! Allahu Akbar!<br />

Congratulations to <strong>the</strong> hafath from Elgin and all those who participated. Special thanks to <strong>the</strong> referees<br />

and volunteers for making this event such a great success.<br />

Please be sure to join us in Lace Em’ Up 3! I guarantee,<br />

you will regret missing it…<br />

Eid al-Fitr Dinner Party 2008<br />

What can be better than celebrating Eid with your most<br />

beloved community members? Allah swt has Blessed us<br />

with this joyous day to celebrate to <strong>the</strong> many sacrifices we<br />

go through in Ramadan. May Allah swt Accept all <strong>of</strong> our<br />

good deeds in Ramadan. Ameen!<br />

Over 400 friends and family members enjoyed good food<br />

and company in this festive ga<strong>the</strong>ring. Dinner was provided<br />

by Al Ameer Restaurant and desserts were donated by Al Basha<br />

Sweets. Jazakallahu khayr to all those who helped<br />

out. May Allah swt Reward<br />

your efforts.<br />

Visit<br />

www.op-pc.org/photo-gallery<br />

to see more pictures.<br />

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November 2007 | Shawwal / Dhul Qadah<br />

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