In the Name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful 

Bismillah hir Rahman nir Rahim - In the Name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful 

 Islamic Shura Council of So Cal

October 11, 2017 

21 Muharram 1439H

Newsletter Issue # 443
"And it is He who spread the earth and placed therein firmly set mountains and rivers; and from all of the fruits He made therein two mates; He causes the night to cover the day. Indeed in that are signs for a people who give thought." ~ Qur'an 13:3
WILDFIRES AND FIRE SAFETY

The National Weather Service provides Fire Weather Watch warnings, how many people take heed? Here, in Southern California, the dry Santa Ana winds blow each autumn, creating ' red flag warnings' for increased fire danger.  This week, October 8 - 14 is National Fire Prevention Week, click here to learn more about fires and what you can do to keep your family safe.

Wildfires burning in the State of California are frightening to watch. We hold our loved ones closer and have more patience with each other.

Many people in these fires have lost their homes, a lifetime of memories and some have even lost their lives, we keep them in our thoughts and prayers. If you live in a wildfire area, know your risks and prepare for the worst. Ready.gov has an entire page with wildfire information, this is a valuable resource to prepare for any disaster.

Next Thursday, October 19th is the Great California Shakeout 2017. Learn what you can do to prepare for the next earthquake.


OPEN MOSQUE DAY
 
Sunday, October 29th is National Open Mosque Day. This is an annual event where Mosques open their doors to their neighbors.  

If you've never been to a Mosque, you may want to find out what a Mosque is and if you decide to visit a Mosque, here are some guidelines. To see a video of a recent Open Mosque Day, click here. 

We urge you to visit a Mosque in your area. To find one, follow this link. If your Mosque is participating and not listed, contact us.

Also, a New Hampshire Muslim started 'Ask a Muslim Anything' to help educate people on Islam and Muslims in surrounding communities.


NEWS
 
We encourage the community to support our member organizations, ICNA Relief and Sahaba Initiative at their upcoming benefit dinners.

A Muslim chaplain delivered the opening prayer the U.S. House of Representatives last week, the first time in three years.
 
When mass shootings happen, does race or religion determine what the shooter(s) is/are labeled by law enforcement or the media? Speaking of media, one journalist explores what it takes to be labeled  a 'good or bad' Muslim in the media, a 2-part series.
 
Today is the last day to donate. Muslims United for Las Vegas campaign has been started to help the victims of the recent shooting. To donate, click here.

Technology pervades our society today, leading some tech insiders to fear that our minds can be hijacked. 
 
With the DACA filing renewals passed, DREAMERs question their future. Read how DACA changed the life of one man. Many DREAMERs are the first in their families to attend college. This fall, UCLA has dedicated a dorm floor to first-generation college students.

The American flag, a symbol freedom, is most likely made by a prisoner in the United States.
 
 

EVENTS
 
The Shura Council calendar offers many community events. We have compiled a select few for your convenience.

Oct 14
> Rumi and Divine Love, in Fullerton

Oct 15
>  No Muslim Ban Ever Rally, in Los Angeles
> IIOC Annual Picnic, in East Anaheim

Oct 21
> Sahaba Initiative's Annual Benefit Dinner, in Riverside
> Beacon of Light celebration, in Costa Mesa

Oct 22
> Science in the Quran with Dr. Ghasser Hathout, in Anaheim

Oct 25
> A Celebration of Life, a Muslim-Latino Collaborative event, in Buena Park.

For all upcoming events, click here. To add your upcoming event to our calendar, 
please click here.

 


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The Islamic Shura Council is an umbrella organization of Mosques and Muslim organizations serving the Muslims of Southern California. Since 1995,  the Council continues to foster the spirit and culture of "working together" at all levels in one of the most diverse and largest Muslim populations in the country.