Our community is proud to announce a unique opportunity to organize youth ages 13 – 25 in Central Massachusetts. Initially, the group will meet to gather momentum and share valuable ideas. Youth, both male and female, ages 13 - 25 are encouraged to attend for the sake of Allah to unite and provide any experience that is useful as we move forward in accomplishing our goals. Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to come. The group is inclusive of all youth with a desire to identify themselves as Muslims and involve themselves in activities that will serve not only the Muslim community but the community at large.

About YME

The mission of the group is to gain knowledge, to develop one’s character and spiritually, and to serve Allah (swt). We are Muslim Youth United to Serve Allah ...read more]]>

Our community is proud to announce a unique opportunity to organize youth ages 13 – 25 in Central Massachusetts. Initially, the group will meet to gather momentum and share valuable ideas. Youth, both male and female, ages 13 - 25 are encouraged to attend for the sake of Allah to unite and provide any experience that is useful as we move forward in accomplishing our goals. Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to come. The group is inclusive of all youth with a desire to identify themselves as Muslims and involve themselves in activities that will serve not only the Muslim community but the community at large.

About YME

The mission of the group is to gain knowledge, to develop one’s character and spiritually, and to serve Allah (swt). We are Muslim Youth United to Serve Allah (MYUSA). It is critical that every Muslim develops a solid, comprehensive, and practical understanding of Islam from the Quran, Sunnah, and the legacy of the ‘Ulama. This will facilitate, among many things, the ability to serve one’s community with wisdom. As one strengthens their connection with Allah (swt), they will be truly capable of benefiting others. Embodying the characteristics of our Prophet (s) (kindness, generosity, patience, and much more) will develop maturity and a sense of responsibility. Allah’s messenger (s) said:

“Whoever makes things easy for others in this world, Allah (swt) will make things easy for him both in this world and in the Hereafter… Allah helps His servant as long as His servant is engaged in helping his brother.” [Sahih Muslim]

In this spirit, the youth group will try to organize activities to help meet the needs of its communities such as feeding the needy, raising funds, interfaith, volunteering, organized sports, etc.

Please come out and show your support. All ideas are welcomed. YOU can make this group better. Even if you are already involved in activities like these, come and share with us what worked well and what did not. Make every effort to come to the first meeting with an open mind where I know you will feel at home. This is a community building activity that will eventually lead to creating a YM brothers and YM sisters group.

In the Beginning…

The group came together in June of 2010 to fulfill many goals. Of course, serving Allah by serving the Muslim Community and its neighbors was a priority, and what better way to do that than during Ramadan. This blessed month became our first goal.

Al-hamdulillah, with the help of a team of very dedicated sisters, YME was able to prepare a beautiful banner to welcome the month of Ramadan. The project is not done yet. There is an Eid Banner in the making as well as a Masjid and YME banner. Please come join us. May Allah reward all those involved.

Our Events

Bake Sales: Every Wednesday and Friday, the YME sponsors a bake sale. All profits (except those needed to run the group) are donated to the masjid. Last week, after just one sale, we collected enough to donate $400 to the masjid! Please continue to support our efforts by offering to bake or buying our delicious treats so we can donate that much every week.

Food Drives: YME has begun a food drive in order to help local families in need. The food drive was a joint project involving MCSS and WIC. Together we are working to collect food to the help needy Muslims in our community. We encourage you to donate all non-perishable food items as well as hygiene products.

Here are some ideas: Peanut butter, spices, salt and pepper, evaporated milk, baby food, pasta, rice, crackers, raisins, cereal, jelly or jam, 100% juice, oatmeal, paper towels, paper napkins, toothbrushes, toothpaste, canned fish, canned vegetables, canned fruit, canned soup, flour, soap, dry or canned beans, shampoo, sponges, deodorant, toilet paper, diapers, semolina, coffee or tea, dry or powdered milk, laundry/dish detergent and tomato products.

We have boxes set up in the social hall of the masjid. During this blessed month, take the initiative and donate!

Charity: The YME has taken the initiative to raise funds for Pakistan that has been stricken with floods 5 times worse than the tsunami that hit Indonesia according to secretary of the UN. Given the devastating situation, we are launching a Pennies for Pakistan drive. Of course, pennies are not enough, so please donate generously. All proceeds will go to Islamic Relief’s Pakistan Fund. There will be jugs placed near the entrance to the salat hall on both the sides for the men and women. Please help our brothers and sisters in need.

Ice Cream Truck: Coming soon is our ice cream truck service as well as our tutoring service. Check back for more updates.

Hajj Signup Form:

(Click here for Printable Sign-Up Form)

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To Reserve your Spot Now, we need the following:
- The above form filled out completely and submitted.
- A deposit of $2000 per person is required at time of booking to secure your reservation.
- Full payment required 30 days prior to departure.

Documents Required for Traveling:
- Valid passport for at least six months with 4 empty pages.
- Three passport size photos (white background).
- Permanent residents, please submit copy of your green card.
- Original certificate of Vaccination for Meningitis.
- Original certificate ...read more]]>

Hajj Signup Form:

(Click here for Printable Sign-Up Form)

[contact-form]


To Reserve your Spot Now, we need the following:
- The above form filled out completely and submitted.
- A deposit of $2000 per person is required at time of booking to secure your reservation.
- Full payment required 30 days prior to departure.

Documents Required for Traveling:
- Valid passport for at least six months with 4 empty pages.
- Three passport size photos (white background).
- Permanent residents, please submit copy of your green card.
- Original certificate of Vaccination for Meningitis.
- Original certificate of Flu Vaccine.
- Any supporting documents required by the Saudi Embassy must be notarized.

Note: Some documents may be submitted after the form and deposit are submitted to secure your spot.

Assalam Alaiakum and Ramadan Mubarak

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

All praises be to Allah. The year has gone by quickly and we are blessed to have Ramadan upon us once again. As we break our fasts and enjoy our meals with friends and family, there are many who don’t have this privilege. As we all know, it is through fasting that the servant of Allah (swt) is better able to understand the plight and trial of the hungry throughout the world. Indian Muslim Relief & Charities (IMRC) is a 29 year old charitable, not for profit organization, and has dedicated itself towards improving the lives of Muslims and Minorities in Indian sub-continent through education, food, shelter, legal support and many other programs. Allah (swt) has made it obligatory upon us to collect and distribute Fitra funds amongst the poor Muslims before Eid ...read more]]>

Assalam Alaiakum and Ramadan Mubarak

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

All praises be to Allah. The year has gone by quickly and we are blessed to have Ramadan upon us once again. As we break our fasts and enjoy our meals with friends and family, there are many who don’t have this privilege. As we all know, it is through fasting that the servant of Allah (swt) is better able to understand the plight and trial of the hungry throughout the world. Indian Muslim Relief & Charities (IMRC) is a 29 year old charitable, not for profit organization, and has dedicated itself towards improving the lives of Muslims and Minorities in Indian sub-continent through education, food, shelter, legal support and many other programs. Allah (swt) has made it obligatory upon us to collect and distribute Fitra funds amongst the poor Muslims before Eid ul-Fitr. IMRC has always tried to support the needy during Ramadan. Please take advantage of this opportunity to donate some of your Zakat to IMRC so that we may continue to serve the poor and deserving.

 Thousands of needy people, including orphans, have been waiting the whole year for this month of charity. Your Zakat will truly make a difference and your reward will be waiting for you with your Lord on the Day of Judgment. As the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, “…Charity extinguishes sin as water extinguishes fire.” [Ahmed]

IMRC will be having a fundraiser at Worcester Islamic Center (WIC) on Friday, Aug 20th, 2010 after Maghrib prayer (8pm-9pm). Please join us in learning about IMRC and its efforts in helping the needy this Ramadan.

We look forward in seeing you there!

For more information, visit our site http://www.imrcusa.org or send us an email at info@imrcusa.org.

Jazakallah Khair,

- Manzoor Ghori, Executive Director
- Saqib Syed, Advisor, IMRC New England

There are two ways to donate for this Ramadan’s Iftars & Dinners:

1.) log on to http://www.pledgie.com/campaigns/12624 or click the icon located on the right to make your pledge or donation.

2.) Bring check or money order to the Worcester Islamic Center and either place them in one of the donation boxes or hand them to brother Ahmad Attia or brother Tawfeeque.

Please make your checks payable to The Worcester Islamic Center and include Iftar Donation on the memo line.

The Worcester Islamic Center is pleased to announced the start of the month of Ramadan. 

The moon has been sighted and the first day of Ramadan will be Wednesday, August 11, 2010.

Please remember that Wednesday is the first day of fasting and that the first Taraweeh prayers (Ramadan night prayer) will be held tonight – Tuesday, August 10th at 9:30 PM.

Sheets with information regarding the daily imsak and iftar times will be available in the masjid this evening and they are also available for download on our website.

We would like to wish the entire community at large a Ramadan Mubarak.  May you all have a blessed Ramadan that is full of guidance, piety, and righteousness.

Iftar and delicious dinner will be available every day for the entire community inshaAllah. Please bring your family and friends to the WIC everyday to break your fast.

Photo Courtesy: Ryan

*AlMaghrib ...read more]]> By the grace of Allah, the Worcester Islamic Center has recently successfully hosted this program offered by AlMaghrib Institute through the dedicated efforts from the students and volunteers of Banu Bustaan. The class had over 100 attendees for two weekends, along with lunch and refreshments.  What a beautiful way to recharge and re-energize your soul and your spiritual connection to our Messenger!

Photo Courtesy: Ryan

*AlMaghrib Institute and Banu Bustaan rented the hall of the Worcester Islamic Center are not affiliated with the organization.

Date:  July 9-11 & 17-18, 2010

Time:  Fridays:      7:00pm – 10:00pm

                 Saturdays:  10:00am – 7:00am

                 Sundays:    10:00am – 7:00am

Location: The Worcester Islamic Center, Main Hall

About the Seminar:

The Shepherd’s Path is a double-weekend seminar offered by AlMaghrib Institute on the Life of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). 

If you took an epic journey into the life of a man who transformed humanity, what would you discover?

What would you unquestionably miss if you did not?

Muhammad is not the father of any of you; He is the Messenger of Allah and the seal of the Prophets – Qur’an

“If there was no miracle except the Seerah of the Prophet, sal Allahu alayhi wa sallam, then it would suffice as the greatest miracle!”  – Ibn Hajar

You will hear story after ...read more]]> The Shepherd’s Path

Date:  July 9-11 & 17-18, 2010

Time:  Fridays:      7:00pm – 10:00pm

                 Saturdays:  10:00am – 7:00am

                 Sundays:    10:00am – 7:00am

Location: The Worcester Islamic Center, Main Hall

About the Seminar:

The Shepherd’s Path is a double-weekend seminar offered by AlMaghrib Institute on the Life of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). 

If you took an epic journey into the life of a man who transformed humanity, what would you discover?

What would you unquestionably miss if you did not?

Muhammad is not the father of any of you; He is the Messenger of Allah and the seal of the Prophets – Qur’an

“If there was no miracle except the Seerah of the Prophet, sal Allahu alayhi wa sallam, then it would suffice as the greatest miracle!”  – Ibn Hajar

You will hear story after story of what the Prophet Muhammad went through in order to establish the oneness of Allah and his Prophethood in teh hearts of people.  You will cry, inspire to emulate him, and cultivate a deep love for the Messenger of Allah!

Spend TWO full EmanRush weekends learning to love Allah’s messenger even more.  No where else will you get a chance to forget your surroundings all weekend long and immerse yourself back to the cave of Hira 5 minutes before Angel Jibreel (Gabriel) began the revelation. No where else will you feel the energy that is created when hundreds of Muslim students come together in one classroom.

As tears slide down your cheeks, you will feel your heart ready to burst as you relieve the struggles that he and his companions endured so that YOU could have Islam today.

Know, Live, and Die knowing him and about his life…

About the Teacher:

AbdulBary Yahya was born in Vietnam during the Vietnam War, and very soon thereafter immigrated to the U.S. with his family. He grew up in Seattle, WA and after completing his primary and secondary education there, began his studies at the Islamic University of Madinah. It was at the University that he befriended Muhammad Alshareef, as they sat next to each other in the first year of their studies.

Upon graduation from the Islamic University of Madinah’s College of Shariah, AbdulBary Yahya returned to Vietnam and Cambodia and became a teacher and director of the Revival of Islamic Heritage Society in Cambodia and the Umm al-Qura Charity Organization in Vietnam.

He presently resides in Seattle, WA with his family, and is an instructor with AlMaghrib Institute, an organization that provides trademark double-weekend seminars leading students towards a bachelor’s degree in Islamic Studies. He is currently the Imam (spiritual leader and advisor) of Masjid Jaamiul Muslimeen in Seattle, WA. He also holds the positions of President of the Cham Refugee Community and Vice-President of the Islamic Center of Washington State.

AbdulBary Yahya’s most current seminar of instruction with AlMaghrib Institute is Seerah: The Shepards Path, the biography of Muhammad sal Allahu alayhi wa sallam. He also teaches Chain of Command; Sciences of Hadith.

*AlMaghrib Institute and Banu Bustaan rented the hall of the Worcester Islamic Center are not affiliated with the organization.