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In the name of Allah, the Compassionate, the Merciful Dear Brothers and Sisters, Assalamu' Alaykum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh, We would like to share important information with our community as part of upcoming Eid-ul Adha celebrations. MANAL is pleased to announce that the day of Arafah will be Tuesday, May 26th and the first day of Eid-al Adha insha'Allah will be Wednesday, May 27th. There will be three Eid prayers - the first prayer will be held at 6:00 am, the second prayer at 6:45 am and the third prayer at 8:30 am. All three prayers will be held at Masjid Suleman Dawood,135 Torbay Road. There will be NO Eid prayer at Masjid al-Noor. When you come for the Eid prayer, please follow these requirements: 1. For the prayers, Brothers' entry and exit is from the main entrance and Sisters' entry and exit is from the back entrance. 2. Eating, drinking, smoking and distributing treat/snack bags are strictly prohibited inside the prayer area. 3. Everyone must make wudu at home Carpooling is recommended to avoid traffic congestion. Parking is allowed ONLY at the designated parking lots. Please follow directions from the RNC and MANAL Volunteers when parking. Eid-al Adha commemorates the unwavering devotion and sacrifices of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) in obedience to Allah (SWT). It also signifies his absolute trust and submission to Allah’s will. The celebration provides Muslims an opportunity to contemplate the values of sacrifice, patience, submission, obedience and steadfastness in their faith. As per the traditions of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), fasting during the first nine days of Zul-Hijja is a highly-recommended and highly-rewarded act. MANAL would like to thank all the volunteers who help us maintain the two Mosques (Masjid Al Noor and Masjid Suleman Dawood) and manage MANAL's operational activities throughout the year. May Allah (SWT) bless our community and the whole Muslim ummah with a happy and peaceful Eid-al Adha. JAK, MANAL Executives

In the name of Allah, the Compassionate, the Merciful Dear Brothers and Sisters, Assalamu’ Alaykum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh, MANAL is pleased to convey Eid greetings to all members of the community. It is with a heavy heart that we see the passing of Ramadan, the month of moral and spiritual uplift, mercy and endless blessings, but at the same time we are grateful to Allah (SWT) for enabling us to experience this Ramadan through prayers and good deeds, and hope to experience many more Ramadans in the future Insha'Allah. The successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan and Eid celebrations remind believers about the values of Gratitude (Shukr), Ihsan (compassion and excellence), and Sincerity (Khushu). These three living principles shape a believer’s character and impact the world around him/her. Gratitude grounds the heart in contentment and resilience, Ihsan elevates our dealings with kindness, justice, and excellence, and Sincerity purifies our intentions so that our actions carry lasting meaning. When these values are lived together, they nurture inner peace, strengthen relationships, build trust in communities, and bring barakah into our efforts. By embodying these timeless values in our daily lives, we do not only draw closer to Allah (SWT), but we also become a source of goodness, healing, and positive change in the current turbulent world. We would like to share important information with our community as part of Eid celebrations. For those who have not yet paid, Zakatul Fitr is $20 per person and must be paid BEFORE the Eid prayer. You can pay your Zakatul Fitr through the donation boxes/Square systems located at the mosque or through a member of the MANAL Executive Committee. The first day of Eid al-Fitr Insha'Allah will take place on Friday March 20th. There will be two Eid prayers - the first Eid prayer will start at 7:15AM and the second prayer at 8:45AM. Both prayers will be held at Suleman Dawood Masjid (135 Torbay Road, St. John’s). There will be NO Eid prayer at the Masjid Al-Noor (430 Logy Bay Road). When you come for the Eid prayer, please make sure that you make Wudu at home, and park in the designated parking area as per directions provided by MANAL volunteers. MANAL would like to thank all the volunteers who help us maintain the Mosque and manage MANAL’s operational activities throughout the year and especially during the holy month of Ramadan. May Allah (SWT) bless our community and the whole Muslim ummah with a happy and peaceful Eid. Eid Mubarak Jazakum Allahu Khairun, MANAL Executive Committee

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Assalamu Alaikum. As part of Eid Al Fitr celebrations, MANAL is organizing a Party for Children from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM on Saturday, 21st of March 2026 on the premises of the French School at 65 Ridge Road, St. John's. The party is intended for both young preschoolers AND school-aged children of our Muslim community. There will be inflatable bouncy castles, slides, twisted balloons and more. Due to limited capacity, admission to the event will be ONLY by online pre-registration AND for a fee of $10 per child. Interested parents are required to pre-register their children at (ticket tailor link to be added here) or the link at the top of https://www.manal.ca Please note that all attending children have to be supervised by and be under full responsibility of their parent / guardian. Those who are registered are requested to please bring the following when coming to the venue: registration confirmation own water bottles If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at manal@manal.ca. Wishing you all a very blessed Eid Al Fitr together with your families and beloved ones. Jazakumullahu Khairan, MANAL Executive Committee

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Assalamu Alaikum. It has been almost nine years since a gunman entered the Centre Culturel Islamique in Quebec City and opened fire on the congregation who had gathered there for Isha prayer. This horrific attack took the lives of six Muslim men and gravely injured many others. It also left six widows, several orphans and many survivors with irrevocable losses and lifelong trauma. Since this tragic and horrific attack, MANAL has strongly advocated for, and played an active role in, addressing and taking action against Islamophobia. We have helped to develop national and provincial strategies to identify and eliminate the systemic causes of this problem. We remain committed to be part of the solution by working together with our national, provincial and municipal allies. As a result of our collective efforts, in 2021, the Government of Canada designated January 29 a National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia. In 2023, a similar designation was also made by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. As we approach the ninth anniversary of the Quebec City Mosque attack, we are taking some initiatives to honor the memories of the victims and to express our continued commitment to stand against Islamophobia. Accordingly: We have reached out to different levels of government asking for public monuments (i.e. Government House, Confederation Building and City Hall) to be lit green on January 29 as a symbolic gesture of support and solidarity As part of a national campaign, MANAL Executives, Volunteer Imams & Khateebs will be publicly wearing a 2" x 2" green square during the week of January 29. (All members of our Muslim community are encouraged to join the campaign. You can get your green square from Masjid Al Noor. Otherwise, you can easily home make your own green square using felt or any other material and then attach it to your jacket/coat with a safety pin.) May Allah (SWT) bless all the victims of Islamophobia with the highest ranks of Jannah, give patience and strength to their families and friends. As Muslim Canadians, we will continue to do our part by spreading peace and awareness in our communities, supporting each other and standing up for our rights. Jazakumullahu Khairan MANAL Executive Committee

Assalamu alaikum wa rahamat Allahu wabarakatu: MSA and MANAL are organizing a Blood Donation Drive on Dec. 26 and Dec. 27, 2025 to help save lives and support our local hospitals and patients in need. Your generous donation of blood can make a significant impact and provide critical care for those in emergencies, surgeries, and with chronic illnesses. Join us in this life-saving effort and be a hero in our community. If interested, please fill out the attached form and send to Brother Abdelsalam Abugharara at a_nasar@mun.ca as soon as possible. Jazakum Allahu Khairan, MANAL Executives

Assalamu Alaikum We are pleased to announce that MANAL, in collaboration with the MSA-MUN, will insha'Allah host a free Youth Workshop for Muslim girls and boys from 13 years to 19 years of age. The theme of the workshop will be “Preserving Identity as a Muslim Youth in Today’s World". Our guest presenter and facilitator will be Imam Mohamed Yaffa from Ummah Masjid in Halifax. The workshop will be held at the Social Hall of Masjid Al Noor (430 Logy Bay Road) from 12 PM to 2 PM this Saturday, October 11th. If you have daughter(s) / son(s) of 13 to 19 years of age, and if you would like to register them to secure their spots, please send an mail to manalregistration@manal.ca latest by this Friday, October 10th. When emailing us, please share: your contact number the full name(s) and age(s) of the youth you would like to register whether the youth you are registering have any allergies / medical conditions we need to know. Jazakumullahu Khairan MANAL Executive Committee