ISGH Newsletter – January 2012 Edition
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Assalamualikum,
We sincerely apologise for not sending the newletters earlier. Insha’Allah, we plan to send the newsletter now every quarter. If you have any news that you would like to share with the community, please do not hesitate to email it to us at council@isghpa.org. We’ll review and try our best to accomodate accordingly. If you have trouble receiving this newsletter and would like to subscribe, please make sure to update your contact info by clicking on the following link.
http://www.isghpa.org/isgh-members-directory/
Jazakallah Khair
ISGH Council
No Sunday School on Dec 25th and Jan 1st
Assalamualikum
The last day of the Sunday school fall semester is Dec 18th, 2011. There will be no school on Dec 25th, 2011, and January 1st, 2012. First session of the Sunday school for spring semester will be on January 8th 2012, inshallah.
Have a safe and happy days off.
Jazakallah Khair
Sunday School Administration
Please let us know your contact details
Assalaamu’alekum Dear Brothers/Sisters -
At ISGH we wanted to improve the communication between the Council and the Community. In that process we are initiating an effort that would help us communicate with you better insha’Allah.
It only takes a few minutes of your time to fill out the form insha’Allah but would greatly help us communicate with you better regarding ISGH and Community matters. Please help spread the word out to your friends and family and let them also share their contact information with ISGH.
Click here to enter your contact information
Shukran for your support and understanding.
ISGH Council – 2011/2012
Generate Funds for ISGH by Switching Your Electric Supplier
Alhumdhulillah, we have a great opportunity to raise funds for ISGH without spending any money from our pocket.
Stream Energy is a new electric supplier in PA. They have a special program for non-profit organization and several Islamic centers in big cities are already taking advantage of this opportunity.
This service is available to the customers of all electric suppliers in PA. We did comparison only with PPL . Please compare rates with your current supplier.
Their rates are lower than PPL so you will save money on electric bill. But the best part is that for every customer that signs up through ISGH, ISGH will receive $4 per month as long as costumer is with the company. We found out about this program few months ago. We signed up this week only after making sure that there is no catch and there is no hidden cost to community members. Our research confirmed that it is a genuine program by this new company that is trying to build customer base in PA.
http://isghpa.streampowerup.biz/
Above is the link where we can sign up for electric service. There is no cost to you and if you pick month to month option there is no cancellation fee. Best rate PPL has to offer is 8.41 /KW . It can also be written as 0.0841/KW. Stream energy is offering 0.0839 / KW. PPL is the default provider. At the end of your contract you will automatically go back to PPL. There will be no interruption in supply of electricity.
Kindly, carefully review information available on their website before selecting a plan.
You will need your PPL account # to complete registration. It is one time effort. You will be saving money on electric bill and best of all, you will be generating $4 every month for ISGH .
May Allah accept your effort and give you high rewards for your support to ISGH.
Sunday School Closed on 10/30 And 11/06
Assalamualikum
Due to inclement weather conditions the ISGH Sunday school will be closed tomorrow 10/30, and will remain closed next Sunday, 11/6 due to Eid. The school will reopen on Sunday 11/13.
See you all in Eid prayers on 11/06.
Eid Mubarak to you in advance.
Jazakallah Khair
ISGH Sunday School Administration
Defending the Rights of Muslims – ACLU Presentation on Oct 29th – Postponed
Assalamualaikum
Due to severe weather conditions, this event is being postponed. We’ll let you know once it is rescheduled.
Sorry for any incovenience this may have caused.
Jazakallah Khair
ISGH Council
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Assalaamualaikum
ISGH will be welcoming the American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania on Saturday October 29th at 5:00pm. Staff Attorney, Valerie Burch, and Director of Development, Bruce Makous, will be presenting “ACLU: Defending the Rights of Muslims”. We think that the program will give our community members an overview of the legal work that is done by the ACLU-PA on behalf of Muslims and provide an opportunity to ask questions about our legal concerns related to civil rights.
Increased airport screenings, ethnic profiling, harsh immigration laws and religious intolerance have caused Muslims to seek legal assistance from the ACLU in recent years. By offering this program about the civil rights work they have done for Muslims, they hope to encourage community members to contact them if their civil rights are ever violated.
When: Saturday, Oct. 29th, 5:00 p.m.
Topic: Defending the Rights of Muslims
Where: ISGH, 407 N. Front St, Steelton, PA 17113
Cost: Free
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Jazakallah Khair
ISGH Council
(717) 889-1277
Joint Eid-ul-Adha Prayers @ 8:15AM on Nov, 6th, 2011
Assalamualikum WRWB,
Alhumdulillah, Islamic centers in Central PA are joining hands to perform Eid-ul-Adha prayers together at one location. Insha’Allah, Eid prayer will be held at Sports City, Harrisburg.
For additional details, please contact your Islamic center or you may also call in ISGH phone line @ (717) 889-1277.
Eid-ul-Adha Prayer @ 8:15 am On Sunday, November 6th, 2011 @ Sports City, Harrisburg 4141 Linglestown Road Harrisburg, PA 17112 PH # (717) 657-7678 http://www.sportscityhbg.com/directions.aspPlease bring a prayer rug, and we highly recommend that you try to be there at least half an hour before Eid salah, so, you have enough time to find parking and be in the prayer hall on time
Parking
Parking is available in and around Sports City complex. There is also additional parking space across the street. We recommend that you please follow volunteer’s instruction for parking. We also encourage you to consider carpooling as necessary.
Snacks
There will be a light breakfast served after the Eid Salah. Please bring a covered dish to share with fellow Muslims.
Eid Sunnah
- Use two separate routes to and from the Masjid
- Have breakfast after Eid prayers
- Slaughter the animal after the Eid prayers
Jazakallah Khair
ISGH Council
Defending the Rights of Muslims – ACLU Presentation on Oct 29th @ 5PM
Assalaamualaikum
ISGH will be welcoming the American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania on Saturday October 29th at 5:00pm. Staff Attorney, Valerie Burch, and Director of Development, Bruce Makous, will be presenting “ACLU: Defending the Rights of Muslims”. We think that the program will give our community members an overview of the legal work that is done by the ACLU-PA on behalf of Muslims and provide an opportunity to ask questions about our legal concerns related to civil rights.
Increased airport screenings, ethnic profiling, harsh immigration laws and religious intolerance have caused Muslims to seek legal assistance from the ACLU in recent years. By offering this program about the civil rights work they have done for Muslims, they hope to encourage community members to contact them if their civil rights are ever violated.
When: Saturday, Oct. 29th, 5:00 p.m.
Topic: Defending the Rights of Muslims
Where: ISGH, 407 N. Front St, Steelton, PA 17113
Cost: Free
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Jazakallah Khair
ISGH Council
(717) 889-1277
www.isghpa.org
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Upcoming Events @ ISGH
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Donate to your Masjid
Please help us run the Masjid activities by donating as much as you can, Shukran and may Allah (subhanahu wa ta'ala) reward you for supporting his Masjid!
You can use the "Donate" button below to donate by PayPal. You can also donate by check. Please send in your checks to,
ISGH
P.O. BOX 7436
STEELTON, PA 17113
Please make checks payable to "Islamic Society of Greater Harrisburg"
Since ISGH is a non-profit organization you can use the Tax ID 23-2048356 to deduct your donations when you file your taxes.