PROGRAM BOOKLET

MAIN PROGRAM
HALL A
FRIDAY, MAY 20 TH , 2016
6:15 - 7:00PM
DR. JAMAL BADAWI
Love as the Cornerstone of Faith and Islam
Love is the foundation of having a relationship with Allah (SWT), and the foundation of how we
deal with ourselves, others, and the whole of creation. This session will discuss the ways in
which we can make this realization as Muslims and implement it in our lives. The Prophet
Muhammad (SAW) was the embodiment of leading with faith, love, respect, compassion, and
mercy. People were drawn to Islam and professed the faith because of the Prophet Muhammad
(SAW)'s character and ethical leadership. Through studying examples of the Prophet (SAW)'s
compassion and love, we can derive ways in which to make love the cornerstone of our interaction
with Allah (SWT) and the rest of creation - not only when it is easy, but more importantly,
when it is most challenging.
7:00 - 7:45PM
SH. DAOOD BUTT & AZHAR AZEEZ
Gardens of Change and Benefit
In Chapter 13, Verse 11, Allah (SWT) says, "Indeed, Allah will not change the condition of a people
until they change what is in themselves." The responsibility to bring about change begins on an
individual level, though we often hold our leaders accountable for poor conduct and stagnation.
This session will provide an opportunity for us to reflect on our internal state and ask difficult
questions concerning our own hearts. How do we begin changing ourselves first and foremost,
in order to bring about external collective change?
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