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22nd December 2003 (Shawwal 28) Weekly Update
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1. Thought for the Week
2. Update: Pizza & Film Night
3. Want a copy of the Debate "The Bible & the Qur'an in Light of Science"?
4. Accommodation Urgently Needed
5. Special Events
- Men's Exercise and Health Sessions
- Ladies Fitness Taster Session
6. Dates for your Diary
- No Tuesday Sisters' Islamic Study Circle
- Brothers Friday Islamic Study Circle
- No Abu Bakr Islamic School!
- Qur'anic Classes for Children
- No Ladies Swimming
- No Boys Youth Group
- Girls Youth Group
7. Counselling Services
- Muslim Youth Helpline
- Muslim Women’s Helpline
- On-line Islamic Counselling Service
8. Did You Know?
9. Contact Us
- See this section for a list of ways to contact us.
==== 1. Thought for the Week ====
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatu.
Allah (SWT) says:
"And they say: ‘The Most Gracious (Allah) has begotten a son (or offspring
or children).’ Indeed you have brought forth (said) a most terrible, evil
thing. Whereby the heavens are almost torn, and the earth is split asunder,
and the mountains fall in ruins, that they ascribe a son (or offspring) to
the Most Gracious. But it is not befitting (the Majesty) of the Most
Gracious (Allah) that He should beget a son (or offspring). There is none in
the heavens and the earth but comes unto the Most Gracious as a slave."
Marium (19:88-93)
"The Messiah (‘Issa) bin Marium, was no more than a Messenger, many who were
Messengers have passed away before him. His mother (Mary) was a Sidiqah
(believed in Words of Allah). Both of them used to eat food (as all other
human beings). Look how We make the Ayat (proofs, evidences, lessons,
examples) clear to them; yet look how they are deluded away (from the
truth)." Al-Ma’idah (5:75)
From: The Truth about Jesus (Part One): The Muslim Nation is More Worthy of
Jesus Than All Others
See:
http://www.islaam.com/Article.aspx?id=547
Wasalam,
Elias Karim, News Editor,
cmo@CambridgeMuslims.info
==== 2. Accommodation Urgently Needed ====
A two-bedroom house required is urgently required
A brother who is to start work at Addenbrookes beginning in February 2004 is
looking for a two bedroom house to rent in Cambridge.
If you can help or know anyone who can, please contact
services@cambridgemuslims.info.
==== 3. UPDATE: Film & Pizza Night ====
The CMCS organised a "Film & Pizza" night at the Abu Bakr Mosque on Satuday
20th December. The film was a debate between Zakir Naik and William Campbell
entitled "The Bible & the Qur'an in Light of Science".
William Campbell was no match for Zakir Naik's charismatic and convincing
oratory. A humble Dr. Naik attributed this success to Allah, the Most High.
During the rebuttal and subsequent question and answer sessions, Dr.
Campbell repeatedly confessed that he was in trouble and that he had no
answers to some questions that he was asked. On the other hand, Dr. Naik's
convincing answers to each and every question that was posed to him was
widely appreciated.
On a humorous note, Dr. Naik challenged Dr. Campbell to prove himself a true
Christian by just reading the phrase 'one hundred rupees' in the seventeen
official languages of India as is depicted on a hundred rupee note of India
- in this context, Dr. Naik referred to the claim of the Bible (Mark chapter
16) that true Christians can speak in new foreign languages.
Dr. Naik presented him with a copy of his newly released book, 'The Qur'an
and Modern Science - Compatible or Incompatible?'
The debate was projected on a big screen and TV but due to problems with
projector most of the debate was viewed on the 28 inch TV. The CMCS would
like to apologise for the technical problems experienced and would like to
inform brothers and sisters that we are currently replacing the projector
with a **NEW** one insha'Allah.
The brothers who watched the debate said that it was "excellent" and "very
entertaining" and the pizzas were great too!
=== 4. Want a copy of the Debate "The Bible & the Qur'an in Light of Science"
===
Are you interested in a copy of the Debate "The Bible & the Qur'an in Light of
Science"?
The CMCS is planning to make the entire debate between Zakir Naik and
William Campbell available on CD so that you can view it on your PC. That's
over 4 hours of video! The price will be about £2 per CD and availability
will depend on "customer demand". If you are interested please contact
webmaster@cambridgemuslims.info
All profits will go towards paying the for
the cost of the Pizza at the
"Film & Pizza Night" held on the 20th of December insha Allah.
=== 5. Special Events: Health & Fitness ====
- Men's Exercise and Health Sessions
The Cambridge Ethnic Community Forum (CECF) is planning to start exercise
sessions for Pakistani and Muslim men of all nationalities. They will be
holding a Health Question & Answer Session and men of all ages are invited
to attend.
Health Question & Answer Session:
15th of January
7:45pm to 8:45pm.
The Pavilion, Girton Recreation Ground, Cambridge Road, Girton
Entrance is between church and Girton Glebe Primary School.
Your exercise instructor will be present to discuss your health problems.
The success of this project will depend on the turn out for this meeting.
Light and healthy refreshments will be served. PLEASE DO ATTEND.
For more information contact:
services@CambridgeMuslims.info
Health warning for Asian snacks
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/3325175.stm
Action urged on Asian heart disease
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/2482291.stm
Asian health 'worsens in the west'
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/1984739.stm
- Ladies Fitness Taster Session
A Ladies Fitness Taster Session will be held on:
Thursday 8th January 2004
6.00pm - 7.00pm
Ross Street Community Centre, Cambridge
This particular session is a "taster session". Newcomers are welcome.
Furthermore, this session is also for the ladies who have signed up to do
the Aerobics Teacher Training. A YMCA trainer will be taking this session
and will give important details about the training. You must bring: suitable
clothing, trainers, towel, water, pen & paper.
==== 6. Dates for your Diary ====
compiled by Elias Karim
Any last minute updates and changes can be found at
http://www.cambridgeMuslims.info/Events
- No Tuesday Sisters' Islamic Study Circle
The Tuesday study circle will inshAllah resume on Tuesday 6th January 2004.
http://www.cambridgemuslims.info/services/TuesdayLadies/
- No Abu Bakr Islamic School!
There will be no more school until Saturday 10th January 2004 insha Allah.
http://www.cambridgemuslims.info/services/school/
- No Ladies Swimming
There will be no Ladies Swimming sessions until Saturday 10th January 2004.
http://www.cambridgemuslims.info/services/LadiesSwimming/
- No Boys Youth Group
No Boys Youth group until Sunday 4th January 2004.
http://www.cambridgemuslims.info/services/BoysYouthGroup/
- Brothers' Friday Islamic Study Circle
Friday, 26th December between 8.30pm - 10.00pm, every Friday evenings at the
Abu Bakr Siddiq Mosque, Mawson Rd. The circle is ideally suited for teens
and adults. The study circle is composed of two or three short talks
followed by a discussion with questions and answers. All Welcome.
http://www.cambridgemuslims.info/services/FridayCircle/
- Qur'anic Classes for Children
Saturday, 27th December, 10.00am - 1.30pm. at Abu Bakr Mosque, Mawson Road,
Cambridge.
- Qur'anic Classes for Children
Sunday, 28th December, 10.00am - 1.30pm at Abu Bakr Mosque, Mawson Road,
Cambridge.
- Girls Youth Group
Sunday, 28th December, 1.30pm - 4.00pm. At Romsey Mill (at corner of
Hemmingford and Mill Road).
http://www.cambridgemuslims.info/services/Default.htm#Girls%20Youth%20Group
==== 7. Counselling Services ====
- The Muslim Youth Helpline (MYH)
The Muslim Youth Helpline (MYH) operates a free phone confidential telephone
counselling and e-mail enquiries service for young people in need. Some
people are going through desperate situations, whilst others are feeling
lonely or confused. Common problems that many young people talk about are
drugs, feeling depressed, family and friendships as well as issues related
to sexuality. MYH promise: "We’re not allowed to trace your call, we won’t
ask your name and you can hang-up at any time during the conversation."
Helpline Freephone 0808 808 2008. Helpline hours are on Mondays – Thursdays
6.00pm - 9.00pm and Saturdays 10.00am - 10.00pm. Freephone from all UK
landlines. Mobile rates vary. If your tariff allows free national/local
calls, you can contact MYH on 020 8795 5321. E-mail
help@myh.org.uk
http://www.myh.org.uk/
- The Muslim Women’s Helpline
Need someone to talk to? Phone us on 020 8904 8193 or 020 8908 6715. Monday
to Friday 10.00am - 4.00pm. The Muslim Women’s Helpline aims to provide any
Muslim girl or woman in a crisis with a free, confidential listening service
and referral to Islamic consultants, plus practical help and information
where required. Contact email
mwhl@amrnet.demon.co.uk
http://www.mwhl.org/
- On-line Islamic Counselling Service
Cyber counsellor: IslamOnline provides you with access to qualified
individuals, including psychiatrists and social workers. Please feel free to
ask any questions and they will endeavour to provide you with a prompt
reply.
http://www.islamonline.net/
==== 8. Did You Know? ====
See
http://www.cambridgemuslims.info/DidYouKnow/ for some interesting
bits of history.
- King Offa's Gold Coins
They were minted between 758-796 CE by King Offa of Mercia, Kent. The
first side of the coin contains Arabic inscriptions which reads: There is no
god [worthy of worship] except Allah who has no partner or associate.
http://www.cambridgemuslims.info/DidYouKnow/Offa/
- Medieval Islamic Coins discovered near Cambridge
Evidence of Muslim presence in the Americas before Columbus. These
Medieval Islamic coins were discovered in 1787, during road-building
excavations between Cambridge and Malden, Massachusetts, USA (not Cambridge
UK!).
http://www.cambridgemuslims.info/DidYouKnow/CambridgeMA/
- Al Masudi's Map of the World
showing Ard Majhoola or "unknown territory" (the Americas). The Muslim
historian and geographer Al Masudi died (957CE) some 500 years before
Columbus set sail!
http://www.cambridgemuslims.info/DidYouKnow/CambridgeMA/
==== 9. Contact Us ====
We very much value any comments and opinions you may have, and we would love
to hear from you.
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