Dear Muslim Community,
In order to follow Iowa’s guidelines for COVID 19, the Masjid will not be open during the Month of Ramadan until further notice. Therefore, all Ramadan Daily activities in this page will be cancelled or delayed until further notice.We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.
Ramadan
The Holly month of Ramadan is the month of fasting. Muslims fast (not eat or drink) from dawn to sunset. For this year 1441 Hijra, of 2020 Gregorian, Insha’a Allah the month of Ramadan will start on Friday, April 24th.
Taraweeh
Is a prayer that consists of eight or twenty raka’ah and performed after Isha’a prayer. The first Taraweeh prayer will be held on Thursday night April 23rd after Isha prayer.
Itikaf
Itikaf is when Muslims, especially men, spend all their time at the Masjid praying and reading The Holly Qura’an during the last ten days of the month of Ramadan. During these ten days (May 13th to May 22nd, 2020) men are welcomed and encouraged to stay in the Masjid and do as much good deeds as possible. Insha’a Allah the Masjid will be open all night during this period.
Iftar
Iftar is the evening meal when Muslims break their daily fast at sunset during the month of Ramadan. Muslims usually break their fast in a daily gathering. Prophet Mohammad (pease be upon him) used to break his fast with odd number of dates and some water or milk.
The month of Ramadan is a blessed month. Muslims are encouraged to do a lot of charity during the month especially feeding other fasting Muslims.
- Community Potlucks Iftars
These Iftar events are held on Fridays. Insha’a Allah, this year will be held on April 24th, May 1st, May 8th, May 15th and May 22nd.
- Family sponsored Iftar
These Iftar events are held on Saturdays and Sundays. For those who are interested in sponsoring an Iftar, please contact the Masjid Admin to fill a form.
