In the name of Allah, the Most Kind, the Most Merciful
Salamun Alaikum
Welcome to this week's newswire from the World Federation
News and events
World Federation responds to crisis in Sudan and Bangladesh
The ongoing crisis in Sudan and Bangladesh has provoked a serious
humanitarian agency. World Federation have responded to this crisis and are
working jointly with the Red Cross to provide aid in these areas. You are all
requested to donate towards these noble causes.
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Leaders gather to pay homage to Marhum Zulfikarali Khimji
Marhum Alhaj Zulfikarali Khimji, the Chairman of Africa Federation was
carried shoulder high from the Nairobi Jaffery Islamic Center Lavington, on
Monday 19th July 2004 after Magribain Namaaz.
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Islamic Education Board recruiting for manager
IEB of the World Federation is currently recruiting for a manager. The role
is an ideal opportunity for someone who has experience in promoting tableegh
activities, enthusiasm, energy and excellent leadership skills.
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Toronto Jamaat requires Alims for its Centres
The Islamic Shia Ithna-Asheri Jamaat of Toronto are considering in engaging
the services of two Alims to cater for the needs of its Centres.
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MAB treats Sister Shahad Jaafar and appeals for donations
The medical advisory board of the World Federation is pleased to announce
that Miss Shahad Jaafar, a 13 year old girl from Kadhamain, Iraq had a
successful operation in the United Kingdom on 3rd July 2004 and is making
excellent progress to her treatment.
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World Federation to launch Match-Making Website
The women's desk of the World Federation are pleased to announce that the
match-making website is now ready, and shall officially be launched on the
Wiladat of Imam Ali (AS) on 13th Rajab 1425 - 30th August 2004.
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MCB launches 2nd leadership programme
The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), which as an umbrella body for British
Muslims is launching the 2nd leadership programme, which will be held between
the 25th November 2004 and 10th April 2005.
NASIMCO organise Educational Retreat in Allentown
The Islamic Education Board of NASIMCO, in conjunction with IEB of the World
Federation, CoEJ and AFED have organised the 6th Bi-ennial Educational Retreat
from Friday 3rd September to Monday 6th September 2004.
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CoEJ Girls camp commences in Switzerland
The girls summer camp to Solothurn, Switzerland, which is organised by the
Womens (Khawateen) committee of the Council of European Jamats began on 30th
July, and consists of 22 girls and 8 adults, including 2 grandmothers.
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CoEJ YND organise youth conference
The youth network desk of the Council of European Jamaats has organised its
3rd annual conference which will take place in Zurich, Switzerland on the
weekend of 4th to 5th September 2004.
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CoEJ Ladies Sports Tournament held in Birmingham
The womens (khawateen) committee of the council of European Jamats held
their 9th annual ladies sports tournaments on the 24th and 25th July 2004, which
was hosted by the Birmingham Jamat.
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This year's summer camps
CoEJ Girls camp commences in Switzerland
Visit the dedicated website to see what the campers in
Switzerland are doing and follow their progress on this residential summer camp
for girls by logging on to
http://www.camp.coej.org
Jamiat al Zahra (AS) Iran Camp in progress
The Jamiat al Zahra (AS) camp has started, and consists of thirty-four
participants. We have received messages from the participants there.
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CoEJ Iran trip now underway
Visit the dedicated website to see what the campers in Iran are doing and
follow their progress on this four week religious and cultural boys camp by
logging on to http://www.camp.coej.org
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Your calendar
Wiladat Sayyida Fatima (AS), 20th Jamaada Al Thaani 1425 - 7th August 2004
The month of Jamaada al Thaani is one which sees two important occasions -
the death anniversary of the daughter of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) which is
commemorated on the 3rd of the lunar month, while her birth anniversary which
occurs on the 20th of the month.
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Thought of the week
The young and vibrant Muslim community was finally ready to make the move north
to the city of Yathrib, which would later be renamed to Madinatul Nabi or the
City of the Prophet. Just as we previously stated, without doubt the faith of
Islam has not considered "Islamic Government" as the ultimate goal, rather, it
is the means through which the teachings of justice and equality can be put into
practice.
Therefore, when the Prophet and his companions made the move to Madinah, what
was the first thing that they established: was it the public treasury; was it a
strong and fortified army and military presence to attack invaders; was it a
court of justice or was it something else?
As history itself testifies, the first thing which the Prophet and his
companions did was to build a Masjid - the House of Allah - since the Masjid is
the center of everything which needs to be enacted within the society. In
summary, the entire foundation of this new government was to be founded on the
spiritual pillars of the Masjid.
Again, this is a lesson for us that when it comes to management through the
principles of Islam, we need to ensure that our actions and deeds are line with
Islamic teachings and principles. Where as we may not need to go to a physical
Masjid to run or business, corporation or non-profit charity, we need to ensure
that we do so within the 'spiritual' Masjid since Allah sees and is aware of
what we do in all areas. Thus, our interaction with others who are below us on
the corporate ladder or lower in authority must be done according to the
teachings of the faith.
As we know, the Masjid was the university of Islam; the Masjid was the center
for training and spiritual growth of the Muslims; the Masjid was the command
centre for the Muslim army; the Masjid was even the court of true justice and
arbitration for the Prophet and the followers of the faith! Thus, the House of
Allah played more than just the role of a place of prayers and worship. It was
the Masjid which was the place of all forms of worship and obedience to Allah.
In short, in addition to the Masjid being the centre for spiritual growth and
training, it was also the centre for gathering the forces of Islam and one in
which all of the needs and necessities of the Muslims would be taken care of and
maintained - including the management and administration which this new society
of believers would be in need of...
To be continued.
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