☀️Are you excited for ISOC Summer Camp? 
👉 More information and registration coming soon.

👀 Check out the highlight video from last year: 🎥 msjd.co/SummerRecap

Join us this Friday, April 24th after the 1st Jumu’ah for a special opportunity to stop by and say salaam to Garden Grove Chief of Police, Amir El-Farra.

Chief El-Farra has been a strong supporter of ISOC and OCS, and we appreciate his continued engagement with our community.

We encourage everyone to come by, meet him, and help us continue building positive relationships through connection and dialogue.

📘 ISOC Hifdh Community Forum 📘

Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,

We invite our community families to join us for an important discussion on establishing a holistic full-time hifdh program at ISOC for children and families interested in this path, InshaAllah.

🗓 Saturday, April 25th
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
🕌 Followed by Dhuhr Prayer
📍 Masjid Left Side Room

Your thoughts, ideas, and support matter as we explore building a strong and nurturing program for our community.

Please RSVP here:
🔗 msjd.co/ISOCHifdh

We look forward to seeing you there, InshaAllah.

Special Announcement ✨
ISOC will host Qari Egzon Ibrahimi on Friday May 22 after Maghreb Prayer. Event is free to attend and open to all.
Qari Ibrahimi will also be joining ISOC during Eid Ul Adha prayer inshaAllah. 
*Note: Eid Ul Adha is expected to be May 27/28*

Join us for our weekly Sisters’ Circle — a space to connect, reflect, and grow together for the sake of Allah.

🗓 Wednesdays
⏰ 6:30 – 7:30 PM
📍 Upstairs Musalla

Led by:
• 1st & 3rd Wednesdays: Ustada Alia Dada
• 2nd & 4th Wednesdays: Sr. Hajar Mowlanazada

Come benefit from reminders, sisterhood, and reflection. We hope to see you there, InshaAllah.

🚨 Happening Today at ISOC 🚨

Join us today for the EFAP #3 Drive-Through Food Distribution in partnership with ICNA Relief as we serve families in our community, InshaAllah.

📍 ISOC – Garden Grove
🕓 Volunteers: Please arrive at 4:00 PM
🚗 Gates Open: 5:15 PM
📦 Distribution Begins: 5:45 PM

⚠️ Please note: Heavy traffic is expected between 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM due to the food distribution. Asr prayer is at 5:00 PM, so please plan accordingly if you are coming for salah.

May Allah reward all of our volunteers and those supporting this effort.

This Friday night, join us for another detailed session of exploring historical events in Islam, this time about the Treaty of Hudaybiya.

Although initially perceived as a setback or defeat according to some, Allah in the Quran called this treaty event  a “manifest victory” . Come in person this Friday evening at Maghrib to learn about this milestone of Islam insha Allah.

Sh Abdullah

Iqama Time Change!
Starting Tuesday, April 21:
Fajr @ 5:15 AM

🤝🥕 Volunteer Opportunity at ISOC! 🍎🚗

Join us for the EFAP #3 Drive Through Food Distribution and help serve families in our community. A great chance to earn reward through service and make a real difference, InshaAllah.

📅 Wednesday, April 22, 2026
📍 ISOC – Garden Grove
⏰ Volunteers arrive at 4:00 PM
🚪 Gates open at 5:15 PM
📦 Distribution begins at 5:45 PM

We need helping hands to make this event a success! Bring your family and friends if able.

🔗 Register here:
https://icnarelief.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/socal

May Allah reward all those who volunteer and support our community.

Our last YP event was a beautiful youth gathering filled with connection, reflection, and community. 🤍

Young professionals ages 21–35 come together for meaningful conversations, faith-centered growth, and genuine connections with others on the same path.

This week, we continue with Heartbreak with Shaykh Abdullah Misra ❤️‍🩹 A timely and beneficial discussion you won’t want to miss, inshaAllah.

📍 ISOC Backyard
🗓 Wednesday, April 22nd
⏰ 7:20 PM

🎟 Space is limited, so register now:
https://partiful.com/e/zo194D2rxDfE6uNzyyL1

If you’re between 21–35, come be part of something special. We can’t wait to see you there.

☀️ Alhamdulillah for a beautiful day at ISOC!

Our masjid shining under clear skies — and our solar panels working to help power the future of our community. 🌿⚡️

A blessing to see sustainability and worship come together in one place. May Allah continue to put barakah in this masjid and all who visit it and support it. 🤲🏻🫶🏻

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TODAY FOR THIS EVENT 

ISOC is sponsoring the lunch at this event and need volunteers here from 10-12 to help pass the out

Assalam Alykum good people. It is currently the best time of the week to make Duaa. Let's try to detach ourselves from our busy lives for 10-30 minutes to turn to Allah in prayer. 

The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "Friday is twelve hours in which there is no Muslim slave who asks Allah (SWT) for something but He will give it to him, so seek it in the last hour after 'Asr."

‎عنْ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ يَوْمُ الْجُمُعَةِ اثْنَتَا عَشْرَةَ سَاعَةً لاَ يُوجَدُ فِيهَا عَبْدٌ مُسْلِمٌ يَسْأَلُ اللَّهَ شَيْئًا إِلاَّ آتَاهُ إِيَّاهُ فَالْتَمِسُوهَا آخِرَ سَاعَةٍ بَعْدَ الْعَصْرِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

Sh Abdullah

Join us this Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM at the ISOC lawn for a community health fair hosted by The UMMA Clinic and Salam Health. Physicians, optometrists, dentists, and pharmacists will be on site providing FREE screenings, health services, and medications to the community. Come by to connect with caring professionals and access valuable resources for you and your family.

Jumu’ah Reminder – Today

Khutbah: The Moral Responsibilities of American Muslims
Sh. Tarik Ata

Jumu’ah Times:
• 1:00 PM
• 2:20 PM

Please note:
• Expect increased traffic for the first Jumu’ah due to two janazahs.
• Garden Grove Police Department will be onsite for support.
• If able, please attend the second Jumu’ah to help ease congestion.
• Follow all staff/security instructions. No double parking.

Important: OCS dismissal is at 2:00 PM — please exit immediately after the janazah to allow parent pickup.

Janazah (after 1st Jumu’ah):
• Br. Mustafa Saleh Nasser
• Sr. Maysom Lep

Inna lillah wa inna ilayhi raji’un.

We ask Allah to grant them mercy and give their families patience.

Jumu'ah Mubarak! Here's what's happening at ISOC 🕌

🕌 Jumu'ah – Friday, April 17th
1st Jumu'ah: "The Moral Responsibilities of American Muslims" by Sh. Tarik Ata | 1:00pm–1:45pm
2nd Jumu'ah: "The Moral Responsibilities of American Muslims" by Sh. Tarik Ata | 2:20pm–3:05pm
* 🍽️ Friday Lunch: Kabab Land  – Stop by the food booth and support local Muslim-owned businesses!

Dua Shifa: Sr. Riffat Salam
Dua Maghfirah: Sr. Najma Khan Mahmood

🕊️ Janazah: Br. Mustafa Saleh Nasser – Salatul Janazah immediately after 1st Jumu'ah.
🕊️ Janazah: Sr. Maysom Lep – Salatul Janazah immediately after 1st Jumu'ah.

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📅 Upcoming Events

* Fri Apr 17 – Friday Family Night Talk with Sh. Abdullah Misra: "The Battle of Al-Khandaq" | After Maghrib
* Wed Apr 22 – ISOC Young Professionals: "The Benefits of Heartbreak" with Sh. Abdullah Misra | 7:20pm
* Fri May 1 – ISOC Night Market Returns! | 4:00pm–10:00pm
* Sat May 2 – ICNA Relief Mental Wellness Conference: "Beyond Patience: Sabr Redefined" | 10:00am–Maghrib
* Sun May 3 – MSU UCI ~ Manara West Tarbiyyah Conference | 11:00am–6:00pm
* Sun Jun 7 – ISOC Annual General Body Meeting & Majlis-e-Shura Elections | 10:00am–1:00pm | Ballots cast until 3:00pm

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📌 Important Announcements

* 🎓 Insight Academy Sunday School – Open enrollment, Pre-K to 6th Grade | msjd.co/SundaySchoolSemester
* 🤲 New Muslim Mentorship Class – Every Sunday | 9:00am–11:00am | Conference Room | Contact: taziz@isocmasjid.org
* 📖 Sunday Tafseer with Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi – Every Sunday | 12:00pm–1:00pm | Conference Hall & Online (Surah An-Nur) | Zoom ID: 837 4919 7260 | PW: 786786
* 📖 Women's Quran Class with Dr. Ebtisam Alkodwa – Every Sunday | 2:00pm–3:00pm | Masjid Upstairs
* 📖 Sukun: Sisters Quran Class – Every Sunday | 12:00pm | ISOC Upstairs Side Room
* 👩 Sisters' Circle – Every Wednesday | 6:30pm–7:30pm | Upstairs Musalla
* 🌙 ICNA Sisters Urdu Halaqa – 1st Wednesday of every month | 11:30am | Downstairs Women's Prayer Hall
* 🥛 La Leche League – May 5 (1st Tuesday of every month) | 9:30am | ISOC
* 🥫 ISOC Food Pantry – Every Monday | 10:00am–12:00pm
* ☕ Barakah Cafe – Open every day | 10:00am–4:00pm
* 🛍️ GR8 Finds open every day 10:00am–4:00pm (new & gently used donations welcome, no large items/furniture)
* 💳 DebtDoc – Interest-free halal debt resolution → mydebtclinic.com
* 🏥 Primary Care coming soon! Join Dr. Sakkal's waitlist
* 📱 Download the Masjid App → msjd.co/ISOC
* 🤲 Dua Requests: srashid@isocmasjid.org
* ❤️ ISOC Mortuary – Call Br. Omar: (714) 531-5400

You spoke, we listened.

Alhamdulillah, we’re moving forward with re-striping the parking lot at ISOC to help ease Jumu’ah parking and improve overall traffic flow, safety, and campus organization—including new track lines for OCS students.

We need your support to complete this project.

Help us raise $5,000 to bring these upgrades to life.

Donate here: https://themasjidapp.org/isoc/donations/2692

May Allah reward you for your continued support and investment in our community.

⏳ Last call for vendors! ISOC Night Market Returns and is almost here 🌙✨

🚨 Vendor registration closes TOMORROW — don’t miss your chance to be part of it! 🔗 msjd.co/VendorReg

Join us for an evening of curated goods, cultural eats, desserts, and family-friendly fun.

🗓 Friday, May 1st
🕓 4PM – 10PM

Shop small. Support local. Build community 🤍

✨ Friday Family Night ✨
Join us after Maghreb for a night of beneficial programs for the whole family 🤍

🌎 Jr. MYG: Save Our Earth
📍 Upstairs right side room

📚 Middle School Program (NEW!)
📍 Upstairs main hall

🔥 MYG (High School): Is the End Already Here?
📍 ISOC Backyard

🕌 Adults: The Battle of Al-Khandaq
📍 Downstairs main hall

🍕 Dinner provided by Big Al’s Pizzeria

Bring your family, invite a friend, and come benefit together 🌙

Come out tomorrow, Friday night to hear a retelling of the third great battle of Islam that took place in the month of Shawwal: the Battle of the Trench! Insha Allah we will hear the details and analyze the lessons from history that can inform us to this day.

Alhamdulillah for a beautiful evening surrounded by the people who make our community what it is 🤍

Tonight’s gathering was a staff and Ramadan volunteer appreciation dinner—a small way to recognize the dedication, time, and heart given throughout the blessed month.

ISOC is built on the efforts of our volunteers, staff, and families. Every act of service for the sake of Allah (SWT) strengthens our community.

If you weren’t able to attend, please know you were in our thoughts and hearts. Our beloved scholars, Dr. Siddiqi and Sheikh Misra, made heartfelt duʿā’ for everyone who serves—whether you signed up to volunteer or simply picked up something off the floor on your way to pray.

May Allah (SWT) accept from all of us, reward every effort, and place barakah in our community and masjid.

Jazakum Allahu khayran to everyone who gives, serves, and shows up for the sake of Allah. You are truly the heart of this community.

Reminder! See you tonight sisters! 🤍

🌸 Sisters’ Circle – Weekly Gathering 🌸

Join us for a weekly gathering of remembrance, knowledge, and sisterhood for the sake of Allah 🤍

📅 Every Wednesday  
🕕 6:30 – 7:30 PM  
📍 Upstairs Musalla  

✨ 1st & 3rd Wednesdays: Ustada Alia Dada  
✨ 2nd & 4th Wednesdays: Sr. Hajar Mowlanazada  

Come strengthen your iman, increase in beneficial knowledge, and connect with your sisters in a gathering filled with barakah 💫  

📍 1 Al-Rahman Plaza, Garden Grove, CA  

All sisters are welcome—bring a friend 🌷

ISOC is officially launching its Pickleball Club this Thursday April 16 after Maghreb at the NEW PICKLEBALL COURTS 

Join the WhatsApp Group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/CBV2tmQCj7qCGKjrTNz6Si?mode=gi_t

This Thursday will offer Free Gatorade and Free Pizza for all who come out to play

📖 Tafseer of the Qur’an – Weekly Reminder

Join us every Sunday for a meaningful and in-depth Tafseer session with Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi.

🕌 Now Discussing: Surah An-Nur
🗓 Every Sunday
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Conference Hall

Gain a deeper understanding of the Qur’an through a thoughtful and structured explanation, enriched with historical context and practical insights.

Bring your family and benefit together from this inspiring weekly gathering.
We look forward to seeing you there, insha’Allah!

PRESS RELEASE

The Islamic Society of Orange County (ISOC) is aware of recent online misinformation and would like to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to safety, peace, and the well-being of our entire community.

ISOC has always stood for unity, service, and responsible engagement. We remain dedicated to fostering a safe and welcoming environment for all, while continuing to work closely with community partners and local authorities when needed.

We encourage our community to rely on verified information from official ISOC channels and to avoid spreading unconfirmed claims.

Thank you for your continued trust and support.

Tap the link for the full press release: https://isocmasjid.org/press-release-april-11-2026/

IQAMA TIME CHANGE!
Starting Saturday, April 11, 2026:
Fajr at 5:30 AM

Jumu'ah Mubarak! Here's what's happening at ISOC 🕌

🕌 Jumu'ah – Friday, April 10th
1st Jumu'ah: "Corruption and Correction" by Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi | 1:00pm–1:45pm
2nd Jumu'ah: "Nurturing Greatness" by Br. Ibrahim Yousef | 2:20pm–3:05pm
* 🍽️ Friday Lunch, Krispi Hot Chicken – Stop by the food booth and support local Muslim-owned businesses!

Dua Maghfirah: Br. Mohammed Reza Jabbari | Sr. Aliyeh-Hosseini Asenjan | Sr. Sedigheh Zarekhak

🕊️ Janazah: Br. Afaq Ahmed Jilani – Salatul Janazah immediately after 1st Jumu'ah, followed by burial at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
🕊️ Janazah: Br. Sammy Akbar Khan – Salatul Janazah immediately after 2nd Jumu'ah, followed by burial at Westminster Memorial Park.

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📅 Upcoming Events

* Fri Apr 10 – OCS Key Club & Salam Charity: Emergency Lebanon Relief Bake Sale | 12:00pm–3:00pm | In front of ISOC Masjid
* Fri Apr 10 – Eid ul-Fitr Celebration @ Sky Zone Trampoline Park | 7:00pm–9:00pm | 7777 Edinger Ave, Unit 236, Huntington Beach | Tickets at door: $42
* Sun Apr 12 – HMS Seniors: Eid Potluck Brunch | 11:00am–1:00pm | ISOC Cafeteria
* Sun Apr 12 – Healing Heart, Mind & Soul: "Loneliness in Grief" with Sh. Abdullah Misra | 1:30pm–2:30pm | Masjid Upper Level, Left Side Room
* Fri Apr 17 – Friday Family Night Talk with Sh. Abdullah Misra: "The Battle of Al-Khandaq" | After Maghrib | Main Hall
* Thu Apr 17 – MYG Middle School (7th & 8th): "Fitrah as a Moral Compass" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall
* Thu Apr 24 – MYG Middle School: "Fitrah: The Plot Twist!" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall
* Fri May 1 – ISOC Night Market Returns! | 4:00pm–10:00pm | 1 Al-Rahman Plaza, Garden Grove
* Fri May 1 – MYG Middle School: "Fitrah: Clearing the Fog" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall
* Fri May 8 – MYG Middle School: "Fitrah: Make Your Glow Wall" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall
* Sun Jun 7 – ISOC Annual General Body Meeting & Majlis-e-Shura Elections | 10:00am–1:00pm | Ballots cast until 3:00pm

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📌 Important Announcements

* 🎓 Insight Academy Sunday School – Open enrollment, Pre-K to 6th Grade | Sundays 10:00am–1:30pm | Tuition: $350 | msjd.co/SundaySchoolSemester
* 🤲 New Muslim Mentorship Class – Every Sunday | 9:00am–11:00am | Conference Room | Contact: taziz@isocmasjid.org
* 📖 Sunday Tafseer with Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi – Every Sunday | 12:00pm–1:00pm | Conference Hall & Online (Surah An-Nur) | Zoom ID: 837 4919 7260 | PW: 786786
* 📖 Women's Quran Class with Dr. Ebtisam Alkodwa – Every Sunday | 2:00pm–3:00pm | Masjid Upstairs | Tuition: $100/month | msjd.co/WomenQuranReg
* 📖 Sukun: Sisters Quran Class – Every Sunday | 12:00pm | ISOC Upstairs Side Room | ikhan@isocmasjid.org
* 👩 Sisters' Circle – Every Wednesday | 6:15pm–7:30pm | Upstairs Musalla
* 🌙 ICNA Sisters Urdu Halaqa – 1st Wednesday of every month | 11:30am | Downstairs Women's Prayer Hall
* 🥛 La Leche League – 1st Tuesday of every month | 9:30am | ISOC
* 🥫 ISOC Food Pantry – Every Monday | 10:00am–12:00pm
* ☕ Barakah Cafe is open! 100% of proceeds support ISOC → Barakah.cafe
* 🛍️ GR8 Finds open every day 10:00am–4:00pm (new & gently used donations welcome, no large items/furniture)
* 💳 DebtDoc – Interest-free halal debt resolution → mydebtclinic.com
* 🏥 Primary Care coming soon! Join Dr. Sakkal's waitlist → (949) 704-6286
* 📱 Download the Masjid App → msjd.co/ISOC
* 🤲 Dua Requests: srashid@isocmasjid.org
* ❤️ ISOC Mortuary – Call Br. Omar: (714) 531-5400

ISOC has some exciting news! ✨We are starting a MYG for Middle School students. Join us next Friday April 17 for our first session.

Join us for the Tarbiyyah Conference 2026 — a powerful day focused on Istiqamah: sustaining faith beyond the sacred months.

Gain insight, reconnect spiritually, and leave with practical tools to keep your iman strong all year long 💭✨

🗓 Sunday, May 3
⏰ 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 ISOC

🎟 $10 Early Bird (ends April 19)
💲 $15 after

Register now: bit.ly/TARBCON26

🌸 Sisters’ Circle – Weekly Gathering 🌸

Join us for a weekly gathering of remembrance, knowledge, and sisterhood for the sake of Allah 🤍

📅 Every Wednesday
🕕 6:15 – 7:30 PM
📍 Upstairs Musalla

✨ 1st & 3rd Wednesdays: Ustada Alia Dada
✨ 2nd & 4th Wednesdays: Sr. Hajar Mowlanazada

Come strengthen your iman, increase in beneficial knowledge, and connect with your sisters in a gathering filled with barakah 💫

📍 1 Al-Rahman Plaza, Garden Grove, CA

All sisters are welcome—bring a friend 🌷

📣 Reminder: Happening Tomorrow Night!

Join us for a special evening: The Prophetic Balance with Shaykh Abdullah Misra 🌙

🗓 Wednesday, April 8
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 ISOC Backyard

Come benefit from a powerful reminder on living a balanced life rooted in the Prophetic example.

🍕 Big Al’s Pizzeria will be provided

📲 Don’t forget to scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP!
https://partiful.com/e/rPkLwM1rhtgCMnC82WqK?c=rw4mxwz8

Bring your family and friends—see you there insha’Allah!

🎉 LAST CALL: Eid Ul-Fitr Celebration @ Sky Zone! 🎉

Don’t miss out—registration closes TOMORROW at 12 PM! ⏳

ISOC & OCS invite you and your family to an unforgettable Eid celebration filled with fun, energy, and community spirit!

🗓 Friday, April 10
🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Sky Zone Trampoline Park
7777 Edinger Ave Unit 236, Huntington Beach, CA

💥 Pre-Sale Tickets: $28
🎟 At the Door: $42
(Includes Sky Zone socks!)

⚠️ Limited capacity — once sold out, no tickets will be available at the door!

🎟 Secure your spot before it’s too late:
👉 msjd.co/SkyZone
📱 Or scan the QR code on the flyer

Bring the whole family and celebrate Eid with high-flying fun! 🧡

Impt Announcement 

Last day to purchase pre-sale tickets for SkyZone will be on Tuesday at midnight 

msjd.co/Skyzone

🌙 Become a Monthly Guardian of Your Masjid

🎥 Watch: msjd.co/ThankYouGuardians

Support ISOC in a simple, consistent way—just like your favorite monthly subscriptions. With our Guardian Campaign, you can set it and forget it while earning ongoing rewards as Sadaqah Jariyah.

Your monthly contribution helps sustain the masjid’s daily operations, programs, and services that benefit our entire community year-round.

✨ Easy to sign up
✨ Automatic monthly giving
✨ Continuous reward as Sadaqah Jariyah

Every small amount adds up to something powerful when we do it together.

🔗 Sign up today: isocmasjid.org/guardian

Be a Guardian. Be part of something lasting.

🎉 Eid Ul-Fitr Celebration @ Sky Zone! 🎉

ISOC & OCS invite you and your family to an unforgettable Eid celebration filled with fun, energy, and community spirit!

🗓 Friday, April 10
🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Sky Zone Trampoline Park
7777 Edinger Ave Unit 236, Huntington Beach, CA

💥 Pre-Sale Tickets: $28
🎟 At the Door: $42
(Includes Sky Zone socks!)

⚠️ Limited capacity — once sold out, tickets may not be available at the door!

🎟 Secure your spot now:
👉 msjd.co/SkyZone
📱 Or scan the QR code on the flyer

Bring the whole family and celebrate Eid with high-flying fun! 🧡

🌙 ISOC Night Market Returns — Back by Popular Demand! 🛍✨

You asked… and we’re bringing it back! After such an incredible response, the ISOC Night Market is officially returning!

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with:
🍽 Cultural foods & desserts
🛍 Unique vendors & curated goods
🎉 Fun for the whole family

🗓 Friday, May 1st
🕓 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Islamic Society of Orange County
1 Al-Rahman Plaza, Garden Grove, CA 92844

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come enjoy the energy, the food, and the community vibes we all loved. Let’s continue supporting our local businesses and building something special together!

💼 Interested in becoming a vendor?
Visit: msjd.co/vendorreg

📢 More details coming soon on upcoming Night Market dates—stay tuned!

We can’t wait to see you there! 🌟

🌅 After Fajr Potluck Breakfast at ISOC

Start your morning with community, reflection, and good food!

Join us for Fajr & a short Khatirah, followed by a potluck breakfast with the community.

🗓 First Sunday of every month
📍 ISOC

🍽 Please bring a food item to share or donate $10 for the team to purchase food items.
📲 Message Br. Saleem for details

📲 RSVP required:
Br. Saleem – (562) 472-6856

Come connect, reflect, and enjoy a blessed morning together—we’d love to see you there!

Sunday hike 🌄
Shady Canyon | 6:30 AM start
Join us for fresh air, good company, and a beautiful morning.

Assalam Alykum good people. It is currently the best time of the week to make Duaa. Let's try to detach ourselves from our busy lives for 10-30 minutes to turn to Allah in prayer. 

The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "Friday is twelve hours in which there is no Muslim slave who asks Allah (SWT) for something but He will give it to him, so seek it in the last hour after 'Asr."

‎عنْ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ ‏ "‏ يَوْمُ الْجُمُعَةِ اثْنَتَا عَشْرَةَ سَاعَةً لاَ يُوجَدُ فِيهَا عَبْدٌ مُسْلِمٌ يَسْأَلُ اللَّهَ شَيْئًا إِلاَّ آتَاهُ إِيَّاهُ فَالْتَمِسُوهَا آخِرَ سَاعَةٍ بَعْدَ الْعَصْرِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏

- Sh Abdullah

Jumu'ah Mubarak! Here's what's happening at ISOC 🕌

**🕌 Jumu'ah – Friday, April 3rd**
1st Jumu'ah: "Allah Told Adam About You" by Sh. Mudassir Mayet | 1:00pm–1:45pm
2nd Jumu'ah: "Allah Told Adam About You" by Sh. Mudassir Mayet | 2:20pm–3:05pm
🍽️ Friday Lunch – Today: Urban Eats | Chicken Biryani, Beef Chapli Kababs, Moroccan Chicken, wraps, pastries & more | Stop by and support local Muslim-owned businesses!

Dua Shifa: Br. Afaq Jilani
Dua Maghfirah: Sr. Aida Isreb

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**📅 Upcoming Events**

* Fri Apr 3 – Friday Family Night Talk with Sh. Abdullah Misra: "The Battle of Uhud" | After Maghrib | ISOC
* Fri Apr 3 – MYG Youth Social (Laser Tag – Sisters & Brothers) | 7:30pm–8:30pm | ISOC Field | Ages 13–18 only
* Sun Apr 5 – After Fajr Potluck Breakfast | Fajr: 5:45am | RSVP via text to Br. Saleem: (562) 472-6856 (1st Sunday every month)
* Tue Apr 7 – La Leche League | 9:30am | ISOC (1st Tuesday every month)
* Sat Apr 11 – Community Eid Celebration (with HMI, Lifting Humanity, Shia Muslim Council, CHIRLA, CORE, ICNA Relief & ISOC) | 11:00am–3:00pm | Fairmount Park, Shelter 1, 4020 Bowling Green Dr, Riverside | RSVP: forms.office.com/r/srC42fgFpt
* Sun Apr 12 – HMS Seniors Eid Potluck Picnic | 11:00am–1:00pm | Bowling Green Park, 14700 Bowling Green St, Westminster | Details: thaddad@isocmasjid.org
* Sun Apr 12 – Healing Heart, Mind & Soul: "Loneliness in Grief" with Sh. Abdullah Misra | 1:30pm–2:30pm | Masjid Upper Level, Left Side Room (2nd Sunday every month)
* Thu Apr 17 – MYG Middle School (7th & 8th): "Fitrah as a Moral Compass" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall
* Sat Apr 18 – Team ISOC Second Harvest Walk to Feed OC | 8:30am | Tanaka Farms, Irvine
* Thu Apr 24 – MYG Middle School: "Fitrah: The Plot Twist!" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall
* Sat May 2 – ICNA Relief 3rd Annual Mental Wellness Conference: "Beyond Patience: Sabr Redefined" | 10:00am–Maghrib | ISOC
* Fri May 1 – MYG Middle School: "Fitrah: Clearing the Fog" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall
* Fri May 8 – MYG Middle School: "Fitrah: Make Your Glow Wall" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall
* Sun Jun 7 – ISOC Annual General Body Meeting & Majlis-e-Shura Elections | 10:00am–1:00pm (ballots until 3pm) | Membership status: srashid@isocmasjid.org

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**📌 Important Announcements**

* 🎓 Insight Academy Sunday School – Open enrollment, Pre-K to 6th Grade | Sundays 10:00am–1:30pm | Tuition: $350 | msjd.co/SundaySchoolSemester
* 🤲 New Muslim Mentorship Class – Every Sunday | 9:00am–11:00am | Conference Room | Contact: taziz@isocmasjid.org
* 📖 Sunday Tafseer with Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi – Every Sunday | 12:00pm–1:00pm | Conference Hall & Online (Surah An-Nur) | Zoom ID: 837 4919 7260 | PW: 786786
* 📖 Women's Quran Class with Dr. Ebtisam Alkodwa – Every Sunday | 2:00pm–3:00pm | Masjid Upstairs | Tuition: $100/month | msjd.co/WomenQuranReg
* 📖 Sukun: Sisters Quran Class – Every Sunday | 12:00pm | ISOC Upstairs Side Room | ikhan@isocmasjid.org
* 🌙 ICNA Sisters Urdu Halaqa – 1st Wednesday of every month | 11:30am | Downstairs Women's Prayer Hall
* 🥫 ISOC Food Pantry – Every Monday | 10:00am–12:00pm
* 💼 Uplift Charity Is Hiring: Case Manager – Help families move toward stability & independence → Check newsletter for link
* 💳 DebtDoc – Interest-free halal debt resolution → mydebtclinic.com
* 🏥 Primary Care coming soon! Join Dr. Sakkal's waitlist → (949) 704-6286
* ☕ Barakah Cafe is open! 100% of proceeds support ISOC → Barakah.cafe
* 🛍️ GR8 Finds open every day 10:00am–4:00pm (new & gently used donations welcome, no large items/furniture)
* 📱 Download the Masjid App  → msjd.co/ISOC
* 🤲 Dua Requests: srashid@isocmasjid.org
* ❤️ ISOC Mortuary – Call Br. Omar: (714) 531-5400

IQAMA time change!
Starting April 1st:
Fajr @ 5:45am
Isha' @ 9:00pm

Friday Night Programs are back!

Join us for a detailed retelling of the 2nd battle in Islam: the Battle of Uhud. Listen to the emotional stories and learn the lessons it taught us. 

Starts after Maghrib insha Allah - for all ages and audiences.

📖 Start Your Child’s Journey with the Qur’an!

IQRA Academy is now offering year-round enrollment to help your child build a strong foundation in:
• Makhārij (articulation)
• Tajweed
• Memorization (Hifdh)

Flexible options available for busy families:
✔️ 2-day & 4-day programs

Give your child the confidence to recite with excellence under the guidance of experienced teachers.

📲 View schedule & register: msjd.co/IQRAyear-round

Spots are limited—enroll today!

Pack 786 at ISOC is excited to host a Join Night for families interested in learning more about Cub Scouts! Join us on Friday, 4/3 at 6pm in the conference room.

Open to families with boys entering Kindergarten through 5th grade. Space is limited—please RSVP by 4/2: https://forms.gle/Zi7cqCaHhXf8h82K8

FATHERS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND.

Note: Due to strong interest, Pack 786 expects to close fall recruitment within the next month.

Happening tonight! 🎤 ISLAMIC JEOPARDY: Youth vs. Adults!

Think you’ve got what it takes to win? Bring your knowledge and your competitive spirit for a fun night of Islamic Jeopardy!

🍦 Ice Cream Social included!

📅 Friday, March 27
🕢 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM
📍 ISOC Backyard

Come cheer on your team or jump in and play—whether you’re youth or adult, it’s game time!

Don’t miss out on a night of learning, laughter, and sweet treats 🍨

Jumu'ah Mubarak! Here's what's happening at ISOC 🕌

**🕌 Jumu'ah – Friday, March 27th**
1st Jumu'ah: "Lessons From Shawwal" by Sh. Abdullah Misra | 1:00pm–1:45pm
2nd Jumu'ah: "Lessons From Shawwal" by Sh. Abdullah Misra | 2:20pm–3:05pm
* 🍽️ Friday Lunch – Stop by the food booth and support local Muslim-owned businesses! (Today: Desi Spice House)

Dua Maghfirah: Br. Sow Soe Lwin | Dr. Yousef Ali Alsamarah | Br. Gholam Hossein Amiri | Sr. Alice Marie Murray

🕊️ Janazah: Br. Mohamed Iqbal Ibrahim – Salatul Janazah at ISOC on Saturday, March 28 immediately after Zuhr prayer.

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To help ease congestion and improve everyone’s experience, we kindly encourage those who are able to attend the 2nd khutbah to do so.

🚗 Please note:
• Double parking is not permitted
• Arrive early — gates will close once the parking lot is full
• Orange Crescent School dismissal is at 2:00 PM, so expect increased traffic around that time
• Hill School parking is strictly off limits — vehicles will be towed
• Follow all staff and security directions

🤝 Let’s be mindful of our neighbors:
• Be respectful of surrounding homes and businesses
• Follow local traffic and parking regulations at all times

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.

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**📅 Upcoming Events**

* Fri Mar 27 – MYG Islamic Jeopardy: Youth vs. Adults + Ice Cream Social | 7:30pm–8:45pm | ISOC Backyard
* Sat Apr 18 – Team ISOC Second Harvest Walk to Feed OC | 8:30am | Tanaka Farms, Irvine
* Thu Apr 17 – MYG Middle School (7th & 8th): "Fitrah as a Moral Compass" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall
* Thu Apr 24 – MYG Middle School: "Fitrah: The Plot Twist!" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall
* Tue Apr 7 – La Leche League | 9:30am | ISOC (1st Tuesday every month)
* Sat May 2 – ICNA Relief 3rd Annual Mental Wellness Conference: "Beyond Patience: Sabr Redefined" | 10:00am–Maghrib | ISOC | Tickets: $10 through Mar 31 / $20 after / $25 at door
* Fri May 1 – MYG Middle School: "Fitrah: Clearing the Fog" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall
* Fri May 8 – MYG Middle School: "Fitrah: Make Your Glow Wall" | 7:00pm | Upstairs Prayer Hall

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**🎉 Community Shoutout**
Congratulations to ISOC on receiving a 50th Anniversary Proclamation from OC Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento at Eid ul-Fitr on March 20 before 5,000 attendees! On March 24, the OC Board of Supervisors passed a resolution officially recognizing Eid ul-Fitr. MashaAllah!

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**📌 Important Announcements**

* 📋 Post-Ramadan Survey – Takes just 2–3 minutes! Your feedback shapes future Ramadan programs, prayer experience, parking & logistics → msjd.co/ISOCRamadanSurvey
* 🎓 Insight Academy Sunday School – Open enrollment, Pre-K to 6th Grade | Sundays 10:00am–1:30pm | Tuition: $350 | msjd.co/SundaySchoolSemester
* 🤲 New Muslim Mentorship Class – Every Sunday | 9:00am–11:00am | Conference Room | Contact: taziz@isocmasjid.org
* 📖 Sunday Tafseer with Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi – Every Sunday | 12:00pm–1:00pm | Conference Hall & Online (Surah An-Nur) | Zoom ID: 837 4919 7260 | PW: 786786
* 📖 Women's Quran Class with Dr. Ebtisam Alkodwa – Every Sunday | 2:00pm–3:00pm | Masjid Upstairs | Tuition: $100/month | msjd.co/WomenQuranReg
* 📖 Sukun: Sisters Quran Class – Every Sunday | 12:00pm | ISOC Upstairs Side Room | ikhan@isocmasjid.org
* 🌙 ICNA Sisters Urdu Halaqa – 1st Wednesday of every month | 11:30am | Downstairs Women's Prayer Hall
* 🥛 La Leche League – 1st Tuesday of every month | 9:30am | ISOC
* 🥫 ISOC Food Pantry – Every Monday | 10:00am–12:00pm
* ☕ Barakah Cafe is open! 100% of proceeds support ISOC → Barakah.cafe
* 🛍️ GR8 Finds open every day 10:00am–4:00pm (new & gently used donations welcome, no large items/furniture)
* 💳 DebtDoc – Interest-free halal debt resolution → mydebtclinic.com
* 🏥 Primary Care coming soon! Join Dr. Sakkal's waitlist → (949) 704-6286
* 📱 Download the Masjid App → msjd.co/ISOC
* 🤲 Dua Requests: srashid@isocmasjid.org
* ❤️ ISOC Mortuary – Call Br. Omar: (714) 531-5400

🌙 We Need Your Feedback!

Alhamdulillah, we were blessed with a beautiful Ramadan together 🤍

As we plan for the future, your feedback is essential in helping us improve and better serve our community.

Your input helps shape:
✨ Ramadan programs
✨ Prayer experience
✨ Parking, logistics, and organization
✨ Future community events

If you attended even one night, your voice matters.

⏱️ Takes just 2–3 minutes to complete

📝 Share your feedback here:
https://forms.gle/qy7R5JGMGoekgWaG7

Let’s continue building something even better together, inshaAllah.

Jazakum Allahu khairan for your time and support 🤍

🎤 ISLAMIC JEOPARDY: Youth vs. Adults!

Think you’ve got what it takes to win? Bring your knowledge and your competitive spirit for a fun night of Islamic Jeopardy!

🍦 Ice Cream Social included!

📅 Friday, March 27
🕢 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM
📍 ISOC Backyard

Come cheer on your team or jump in and play—whether you’re youth or adult, it’s game time!

Don’t miss out on a night of learning, laughter, and sweet treats 🍨

Please have everyone in your family Sign this Petition.

Assalaamu Alaikum 
Support Crescent Gardens Cemetery . 
One of the most important needs of our community is a dignified, affordable, and nearby burial place for our loved ones.

The proposed Cemetery site is located near Lake Elsinore which will provide more than 20,000 affordable burial spaces for Muslims. 
115 acres land is purchased for this project by Muslim Mortuary Cemetery Committee which has been serving the community since 1990.
The Riverside County Planning Department has recommended approval of the project to the local Planning Commission. A public hearing for final consideration will take place on Wednesday, April 1st, at 9:00 AM at the County Administrative Building. 

Some organized group have raised concerns and have already submitted 5,000 petitions AGAINST the project.
We must respond with unity, strength and submit 10,000+ signatures in SUPPORT

This is our chance to show that our community stands united. Your signature matters.

Please Sign this Petition Now (FREE):
https://www.change.org/p/support-for-crescent-gardens-cemetery?source_location=search

✔ Add your name
✔ Click Sign
✔ Ignore any payment request — your signature is completely FREE

✨ Setting Intentions – Tonight ✨

Hosted by the ISOC Young Professionals, join us for a meaningful and uplifting gathering with Shaykh Abdullah Misra as we reflect on the power of intention and purpose.

🗓 Tonight (Wednesday, March 25)
🕢 7:15 PM
📍 ISOC Backyard

Take a moment to reset, reconnect, and realign your intentions in a welcoming community setting.

🍃 Refreshments will be provided

👉 RSVP here: https://partiful.com/e/Ro3AVeHOUGWlXfzOaEtT

👉 Or scan the QR code on the flyer

Please note: This event is for young professionals only. No children.

We look forward to seeing you tonight!

You could help save a life in just a few moments! Don’t let this opportunity pass. Sign up to donate blood today- 

https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=OCS

Dear ISOC Community,
Asalaamu alaikum wa rahmatAllah wa barakatu,
As we reflect on the past week and the close of a truly special Ramadan, we want to extend our sincere gratitude to each and every one of you. Your presence, generosity, and commitment helped make this Ramadan and Eid a meaningful and memorable experience for our entire community.
Alhamdulillah, from the first night of Taraweeh to the final moments of the last ten nights, the masjid was filled with worship, connection, and a strong sense of unity. Seeing our community come together—families, youth, and elders alike—was a powerful reminder of what makes ISOC so special.
Ramadan & Eid Highlights:
Welcomed over 60,000 congregants throughout the 30 days of Ramadan
Served over 20,000 meals to our community
Heard beautiful Taraweeh recitations throughout the month
Held powerful and spiritual Qiyam nights throughout Ramadan
Experienced a moving Khatm Al-Qur’an night, including a beautiful and powerful du’a concluding the completion of the Qur’an
Successfully met the majority of our Ramadan fundraising goals thanks to your generosity
Celebrated Eid with over 5,000 attendees in prayer, unity, and joy
This past week’s Eid was a joyful conclusion to the month—filled with Takbeerat, smiles, and a true sense of community. We are grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make the day run smoothly.
None of this would have been possible without you. Whether you volunteered, donated, attended programs, or supported behind the scenes, your contributions made a lasting impact. We also extend a special thank you to our dedicated volunteers, staff, and partners who worked tirelessly throughout the month and on Eid day.
As we move forward, we encourage you to stay connected with ISOC. Your feedback is incredibly important as we plan for future Ramadans and continue improving how we serve our community.
Please take a few minutes to complete our Ramadan survey and share your experience:
https://forms.gle/15GRa5oR9CbdhMhH9
Your input will directly help guide our efforts and ensure we continue to grow and better serve you in the years to come.
May Allah accept all of our Ibadaat, grant us continued Barakah, and allow us to witness many more Ramadans together.
JazakumAllah Kheir,

Romy Khouraki
Operations Manager
Islamic Society of Orange County

Join the OC Muslims team for the largest hunger awareness walk in OC — FeedOC. 
The walk is organized by Second Harvest Food Bank. Alhamdulillah, many of our Masajid already partner with them to support the 1 in 8 people in OC facing food insecurity. 

But as a broader Muslim community, we’re not always visible among the volunteers—and this is a great opportunity to change that.

📅 Saturday, April 18 8:30am
📍 Tanaka Farms, Irvine

Register here: 
https://together.feedoc.org/ISOC

📍 Happening Now at the Orange County Board of Supervisors

Alhamdulillah, the Orange County Board of Supervisors is currently recognizing Eid al-Fitr and celebrating our community on this special occasion.

We are grateful to see our traditions and values acknowledged at the county level, and we appreciate the continued support and partnership.

Eid Mubarak to our entire community—may this recognition be a reflection of the unity, service, and positive impact we strive to bring every day. 🌙✨

Dr. Siddiqi will be speaking at the Orange County Board of Supervisors EID recognition ceremony tomorrow at 9am

Sign up here if you plan to attend :
msjd.co/EidRecognition

📣 Historic Moment for Our Community!

For the first time in Orange County, Eid is being officially recognized by the Orange County Board of Supervisors! 🌙✨

🗓 Tuesday, March 24
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 County Administration North
400 W. Civic Center Drive, Santa Ana (Board Hearing Room – First Floor)

Let’s come together and show our support for this meaningful recognition! Your presence matters.

📸 We’ll also be taking a group photo on the steps right after the recognition—don’t miss it!

Let’s make this a strong and proud showing for our community 💪

Monday, April 20 at 11:54 AM

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