Al-Huda Islamic Center of Ithaca
About Al-Huda Islamic Center
The first formally organized activities for Muslims in Ithaca that we can trace began in the late 1960s and were begun by Muslim staff and faculty members to serve the Muslim population at Cornell University and its surrounding Community.
Special Events scheduled for this week…..
Some Special Events have been planned at the Masjid for the upcoming Weekend.
Assalaamu alaikum,
- The paving work has been completed for the front section of the masjid parking area. We are now able to park on it and the contractor may be there today to finish some details. We trust you will appreciate this improvement. Much of the money for this work was received through dedicated donations in advance, and we would like to raise funds for the remaining balance of $9 K. You can make donations with cash, check, or via our payment kiosk or the website, write a memo saying it is for the driveway project. Jazaakum Allahu khairan
- The clothing drive to provide relief for the displaced in Pakistan has begun. Please see below for a list of needed items, you can bring them to the masjid and leave them in the social room at any time until next Friday November 15.
- Our monthly Muslim community potluck dinner, normally scheduled for the second Saturday of the month, will happen next Saturday November 16 after Asr. We will send a special reminder notice next week.
- Help from the community is asked for to clean the masjid.
- A reminder that 3 volunteers are requested to represent the Muslim community in preparing grocery orders at the Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard, The shift is from 1:30 to 3:00 PM on Tuesday December 31. Please reply so we can plan adequately ahead of time.
- The Qur’an class has now resumed meeting at its normal time between Maghrib and ‘Isha on Saturdays. Classes meet in the men’s prayer room for brothers and the women’s prayer room for sisters.
Please see fliers below for more details….
Help Needed for Cleaning the Masjid
Assalamu Alaykum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,
As caretakers of the House of Allah, it’s our duty to ensure that the masjid remains a clean and welcoming place for all who come to worship. We are seeking volunteers from our community to help with cleaning the masjid.
How You Can Help:
- Volunteer your time: We will provide the necessary equipment and cleaning supplies. You will be assigned specific tasks to ensure all areas of the masjid are well-maintained.
- Contribute financially: If you are unable to assist in person, there are additional ways you can support:
- You may sponsor the purchase of cleaning supplies or bathroom restocking on a monthly basis. If you are interested in this option, the masjid will provide a detailed list of the required items.
- Alternatively, you may choose to make a financial contribution to the Al-Huda Islamic Center under the “maintenance”, which will be used to ensure the continued cleanliness and upkeep of the masjid
Every effort counts, and even your intention to help is a source of reward, InshaAllah.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve the community. May Allah (SWT) reward you for your good intentions and bless you for your efforts.
Please reply by email to secretary@alhudaislamiccenter.org if you can help.
Jazakum Allahu Khairan!
Daily Prayers in Congregation
Salat Times November 15th 2024 – November 21st, 2024
Please refer to the calendar below for the local prayer time schedule. The congregational prayers at the Alhuda Masjid will begin at the following times
Fajr : 6:00 AM
Dhur : 12:30 PM
Asr : 3:00 PM , at Adhan time on Fridays
Maghrib: Sunset + 10 mins
‘Isha : 6:20 PM
Friday Prayer
Iqama: 1:40 pm
We welcome you to join us for the Jumu’ah prayer, held every week in the masjid.
Sisters are welcome, we have a designated room.
Masjid Kitchen Project.
Plans are being explored to purchase equipment for the Masjid kitchen to better support our events. We are waiting for pricing on components and will make decisions when the information is in hand, and plan to share a design with the community.
Children’s Islamic School
New Donation and Fund Raising Initiatives
Assalamu alaikum,
- Many people have now used the new electronic kiosk that has been installed in the lobby of the masjid. It is now possible and convenient to make donations to the Al-Huda Islamic Center using a credit or debit card or a mobile phone.
- Al-Huda Islamic Center mugs are now available in the lobby. Suggested donation of $15 or more is requested, with all proceeds going to the masjid. Thanks to the generous community member who has brought this effort forward.
Please give generously ….
Jazaak Allahu khair.
Call for Donations to help augment the Emergency Relief Fund.
Please keep in your du’aa our Brothers and Sisters in Palestine in the difficulties they face. We are discussing with the Helping Hand for Relief and Development organization a time for them to visit us to raise funds for humanitarian aid. You can donate through them to assist with the relief efforts for Palestine, the recent earthquakes in Afghanistan and disasters in North Africa and other crises afflicting our umma.
Please make du’a for the victims their families and their communities in the trials they are faced with.
For those interested in contributing online can do so through our “Make a Donation Button” at the top of this page, choose Emergency Reserve Fund from the dropdown, and write a comment indicating the donation is for present disaster relief.
If you wish your donation to go towards a specific emergency please state that on the comment field.
Unless specified otherwise donations will be divided between the various emergencies and sent to relief organizations serving in each country.
May Allah SWT make it easy for all affected.
Please give generously ….
Jazaak Allahu khair.
Volunteer Service Opportunity
Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard
Our next Volunteer Dates for the Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard are as follows:
December 31st 2024 1:30 – 3:00 PM
The Al-Huda Islamic Center shares the responsibility of providing workers to serve individuals and families in need of food in one of the oldest food pantries.
- A reminder that 3 volunteers are requested to represent the Muslim community in preparing grocery orders at the Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard, The shift is from 1:30 to 3:00 PM on Tuesday December 31. Please reply so we can plan adequately ahead of time.
The needs of the poor have been increasing in recent months. The work is simple and rewarding and requires about 2 hours of your time.
For those interested in volunteering for the above please fill in the Volunteer Input form on this page …
Clothing DriveIn coordination with Helping Hand for Relief and Development and the Isl’ah ofamic Organization of the Southern Tier in Binghamton, we will be collecting clothing for relief of those displaced by the flooding in Pakistan in recent months. Here is a list of some of the articles that will be most helpful, you can drop them at the masjid in the social room over the coming week:
We will collect from Jumu’ah tomorrow through Jumu’ah of the following week, in shaa’Allah, and Helping Hand will pick donations up in a truck. Thank you in advance for your generosity. |