Stamps Announce Initiatives To Observe National Day For Truth And Reconciliation – Calgary Stampeders

Stamps Announce Initiatives To Observe National Day For Truth And Reconciliation – Calgary Stampeders

Super cool

Makes us wonder how our muslim community can do better to contribute to truth and reconciliation.Muslims are treaty people. It is in the sunnah to honour agreements

— Read on www.stampeders.com/2023/09/24/stamps-announce-initiatives-to-observe-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/

Fasting Ramadan for the First time

Here are some tips for someone new to fasting for Ramadan:

  1. Start preparing early: Start by gradually reducing your food intake a few weeks before Ramadan begins. This will help your body adjust to the reduced calorie intake during fasting.
  2. Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water and fluids during the non-fasting hours to avoid dehydration during the day.
  3. Have a balanced diet: Make sure to have a balanced diet during the non-fasting hours, including foods rich in protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats to sustain your body during the fast.
  4. Avoid overeating during suhoor (pre-dawn meal) and iftar (fast breaking meal): Overeating can make you feel uncomfortable and lethargic during the fast. Try to eat small portions of food and drink plenty of water.
  5. Take naps: Taking short naps during the day can help you conserve energy and feel more rested.
  6. Avoid intense physical activity: Avoid intense physical activity during the day, especially during the hottest parts of the day, to avoid exhaustion.
  7. Stay focused and motivated: Use the time during fasting to reflect, read, or pray. Staying focused and motivated can help you get through the day.
  8. Break your fast with dates and water: Dates and water are traditional foods to break the fast and provide quick energy and hydration. Or something that is naturally sweet is good to break fast with if there are no dates around
  9. Be mindful of your health: If you have any health conditions or concerns, consult with your healthcare provider before starting the fast.

Remember, Ramadan is a time for self-reflection, spiritual growth, and connecting with others in the community. By following these tips and taking care of your body, you can make the most out of this blessed month.

A Statement Tamer Abu Hassira v Alex Hudson

Greetings of peace, 

As we live, work and play on the land of the Blackfoot Confederacy in Mohkinstsis (Calgary, AB) and Treaty 3 Metis the sad and painful actions of a few who express rage and words of bigotry were hurtled towards our brother Tamer Abu Hassira on May 26, 2021 by one Alex J. Hudson. 

We as New Muslim Circle Calgary condemn the obvious menacing and malicious attack on Mr. Abu Hassira and his vehicle.

This situation will naturally have its own path in the justice system and we are very supportive of this for the benefit of Mr. Abu Hassira. That said, we hope that justice is correctly delivered upon Mr. Hudson.

If the judge finds that hate motivated bias was involved, we encourage a process whereby Mr. Hudson is compelled to take an informative course about Islam, Muslims and some Islamic history that relates too Palestine. We at New Muslim Circle are offering our services in that capacity to assist with a potential ruling by a judge. 

However, we are openly inviting Mr. Hudson now to take part in such instructive learning without the compulsion of a judge.

Often the standard justice system and the court of public opinion can continue to strain relations between Muslims and other members of the community. This could leave Mr. Hudson unaffected by any judgment against him, leading to no change of heart, continued festering hatred and enmity. 

We must call out bigotry, hatred, and racism by making it awkward for those who are overt and covert in their actions. This is currently happening over social media and in the mainstream media by the simply reporting of the facts of the case. Is it deserved? In some manner of speaking yes it is. However, there is a limit to effectiveness of publicly castigating someone for their actions. 

We support the victim Mr. Abu Hassira and his family unequivocally. We believe people like Mr. Hudson are redeemable, as it is what God teaches us.

In the greater picture of things, we as Muslims going about our lives normally suffer the consequences of not fostering the correct kind of dialogue and learning opportunities that truly make the fires of egotism and hate die down in the heart. 

We speak directly to Mr. Hudson here and now. Here is our offer for you to make right what you have done in some way. While it may not fulfill the justice owed to Mr. Abu Hassira, You learning about and understanding your Muslim neighbours will go along way to show your sincerity to create a better society based on understanding. By no means we seek you to accept Islam for yourself as a religion. We just want you to understand Islam and Muslims. And God only knows, if an increase in your knowledge starts a change of heart; guiding you to conduct yourself in a better manner for the future, everybody wins. 

Sincerely, 

Christopher Venus

Representative from New Muslim Circle Calgary

Read Mr. Hudson’s rationale as reported by CBC Calgary.

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Wanna learn Arabic this March?

Salams (greetings of peace),

We are wondering if you’d be interested in an Introduction the Arabic Alphabet this March.

Let us know. We are working on it with a great teacher. Send us an email if you think you’d be up for it.

It’s a great opportunity right before Ramadan, which is more than just fasting it is the month with connection to the Quran. Let this be your chance to start accessing it.

newmuslimcirclecalgary@gmail.com

Being Muslim Classes Start in April

Salam alaykum (peace be upon you),

SubhanAllah (All praise is due to God), it has been a hard and snowy winter, that is part of the reason why there’s not been much happening on our end.

But with the arrival of Spring and the month of Rajab, we are letting you know that Being Muslim Classes will start in April 2018.

These classes will use the book “Being Muslim” by Asad Tarsin, and will be taught by Brother Chris Venus.

We aim to have a weekly class for roughly 20 students. Who would be student? Anyone really. Especially, someone brand-new to Islam (convert/revert) or a community member who’s missed out on the chance to learn islamic basics in their life.

More details to come.