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RELIGIOUS
SERVICES & PROGRAMS The
Islamic Cultural Center of Fresno strives to fulfill the spiritual and
religious needs of the Muslim community in Central California through
providing several religious programs encompassing all aspects of Islamic
spirituality and worship and aim at strengthening the bonds of brotherhood
and sisterhood and achieve nearness to Almighty God. Services The Center is committed to providing the following religious and educational services Daily
Prayer: The Center is open daily for prayers. Regular business
hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 PM Monday through Sunday except
Saturday. Friday
Prayers (Jum'a): Friday prayers (Jum'a) are established weekly and
the sermon is delivered by Imam Seyed Ali Ghazvini. The Friday sermon
(Khutba) is in English language and is followed by the prayer. The Friday
prayer begins with the Khutba at 12:30 pm (daylight saving 1:30 pm) and
concludes with the prayer at 1:30 p.m. (2:30 daylight savings). Since the
Friday prayers fall on a business day, the Center offer lunch immediately
after the prayer to make it easy on those who attend the prayers in lieu of
lunch break. |
Dua
Kumeil: A
special supplication that is recited every Thursday night. It was named
after Kumeil Ibn Ziyad Nakhai who was a confidant amongst the companions of Amir al Muminin, Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib (AS.)
Imam Ali then advised Kumeil to recite this "Dua" on the eve of (i.e. evening preceding) every Friday, or once a month or at least
once in every year so that, added Imam Ali, "Allah may protect thee from the evils of the enemies and the plots contrived by impostors. O'
Kumeil! in consideration of thy companionship and understanding, I grant thee this
honor of entrusting this "Dua" to thee." Eid Celebrations: The Center organizes community celebrations commemorating the Islamic Holidays of Eid ul-Adha and Eid UlFitr). The celebration starts with the Eid prayer followed by the sermon, and concludes with community breakfast. Eid carnival with games and fun activities for children and their families often organized on the weekend following the Eid. Ramadan
Program: The Ramadan Program is the highlight of the Center's
spiritual and religious activities. The Center offers special reading of
the Holy Quran every night, special supplications and commemoration of the
Night of Destiny or Power which the Quran was reveled during such night.
After the sunset (Maghrib) prayers, fasting Muslims and their guests enjoy
the traditional iftar dinner in the Social Hall, followed by Quran
recitation. Hajj:
The Center encourages its members to participate in the annual
Hajj. It provides religious guidance and spiritual leadership before the
Hajj trip by providing Hajj information and Hajj simulation. Also,
information on Hajj Tours and groups and an orientation workshop for those
embarking on Hajj will be provided. Contact information for Hajj
authorities and travel agencies are provided so pilgrimages will obtain
their airfare tickets, visas and accommodations. Upon the return of
pilgrimages, the Center organizes a welcome celebration program with the
community. Friday / Saturday Night Programs: The Center offers its members and visitors a variety of lectures and educational seminars on Friday and Saturday nights at 7:00 PM every week. The Programs address contemporary Islamic topics and historical / educational issues affecting the global Muslim community in general, American Muslims in particular and the extended community. |
