Ramadan Program

Asalaamu Alaikum

Dear brothers and sisters,

Alhamdulillah, the blessed month of Ramadan is upon us! The crescent moon has been confirmed in multiple states, and therefore, the first day of fasting will be tomorrow, Saturday, March 1st.

Taraweeh prayers will begin tonight at 8:15 PM following Isha prayer, and the program is expected to conclude around 9:45 PM.

To ensure a smooth experience for all:

• If you do not plan to stay for the entire Taraweeh prayer, please park outside rather than in the inside parking lot to avoid disturbing others.
• We have a special program for children, which has already been shared.
• As Islam teaches us the importance of caring for our neighbors, we kindly remind everyone not to park illegally, block driveways, or create disturbances in the surrounding area.

Iftar will be provided on both Saturday and Sunday this weekend for the community, so we encourage everyone to join in the spirit of brotherhood and togetherness.

Allah (SWT) says in the Quran:

يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ الصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَتَّقُونَ

“O you who have believed, fasting has been prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you that you may attain taqwa.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:183)

The Prophet ﷺ said:

“Whoever fasts Ramadan with faith and seeking reward, his past sins will be forgiven.” (Bukhari & Muslim)

May Allah (SWT) accept our fasting, prayers, and good deeds in this blessed month. We ask Him to grant us sincerity, mercy, and forgiveness. Ramadan Mubarak!

Jazakum Allah Kheiran,

Muslim Association of Hawaii