Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 5:30pm

This workshop reprises the workshop held on Apr 28, 2024. Parents who attended before are welcome to attend again because in this session, we will explore separately screen time issues as they relate to Primary (3-5y) and Elementary (6-12y) children. Sr. Saba Haider will facilitate an Elementary breakout session and Sr. Sara Bokhari will facilitate a Primary breakout session.
Please register by Nov 10! 

The workshop is open to the community.

Child care is available for children of ages 3 to 10 years. Registration is required and the fee is $10; please zelle to info@theunityacademy.org with "child care" and names of children in the memo.
Please RSVP here.

Saturday, October 19, 2024 - 10:00am

Navigating Questions Of Free Will In Predetermination

Saturday, October 19th

10:00am - 6:00pm

 

A course with Instructor Shaykh Amin Rastani will be offered in the city of Chicago, IL! Note: This is not an online event and is only in-person; a livestream or recording of the event will NOT be available. Register below!

Details & Registration

Saturday, October 12, 2024 - 6:31pm

Program Schedule:

  • 6:31pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 7:00pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
Saturday, October 5, 2024 - 1:00pm

 

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a Ladies & Girls Milad to celebrate the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (s) and Imam Jafar al-Sadiq (as) on Saturday, October 5th. The Milad will begin at 1:00 p.m. in the North Building Banquet Hall (downstairs). 

For further details, please contact Sr. Amira Ghadeer at 708-955-4480

 

Saturday, September 28, 2024 - 11:00am

Mahdi Youth Sisters and Sacred Roots Student Collective are excited to host a Hiking & Halaqah on Saturday, September 28th. We’ll begin the day by meeting at 11 AM at Waveland Softball Fields for a refreshing hike, followed by a scenic walk to Montrose Beach. There, we’ll enjoy a relaxing picnic and dive into a meaningful halaqah on the topic of Tawakkul. Please bring your favorite dish to share for the potluck, and make sure to sign up using the link provided to confirm your attendance and contribution. We kindly ask everyone to arrive on time, as we’ll begin the hike shortly after gathering. We hope to see everyone there, inshAllah! 
 
Sign up here.

Saturday, September 28, 2024 - 5:00am

As the election approaches, American Muslim Advocacy Network(AMAN) is organizing a series of events focusing on examining national policies through our Islamic values. Our Second event will be centered on Economic Policies. We believe this will be an enlightening and engaging discussion, and we hope you can join us. American Muslims have a great responsibility to speak out and advocate for policies that benefit our communities both at home and abroad. 

Please RSVP Here.

Thank you and we look forward to your participation.

American Muslim Advocacy Network

Friday, September 27, 2024 - 7:30pm

Program Details:
7:30pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
8:00pm - Jashn addressed by Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
Followed by dinner

Friday, September 27, 2024 - 7:30pm

Special VR showing of "Relive 8th Shawaal" starting at 7pm sponsored by the Al Baqee Organization. An immersive experience of the grandeur of Al Baqee and its vicious demolition.

Saturday, September 21, 2024 - 5:00pm

Program Details:

  • 5:00 pm - Youth Recitations and Presentations
  • 6:00 pm - Speech by Shaykh Rizwan Arastu
  • 7:06 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • Followed by Dinner
Saturday, September 21, 2024 - 5:00pm

A BUI story time and activities initiative geared towards children 4-8 years old. Session will be held after the youth recitations from 5:45-6:45pm. Limited spots available. 

 

To register, fill out the form below: 

V-Time Session 19 - Wiladat of Prophet (S)

Friday, September 20, 2024 - 8:30pm

Join us on September 20th at Baitul Ilm to learn Hazaragi embroidery and support vision care for students in Pakistan.
Open to ages 10 and up, this workshop is a chance to gain new skills and contribute to a meaningful cause.
Every stitch helps make a difference.
Sign up here.

Saturday, September 14, 2024 - 5:30am

Saturday, September 14th at 5:30pm

 

Dear Community Members,

As the election approaches, AMAN is organizing a series of events focusing on examining national policies through our Islamic values. Our first event will be centered on American Foreign Policy. We believe this will be an enlightening and engaging discussion, and we hope you can join us.

Please RSVP here. 

Friday, September 13, 2024 - 7:30pm

Program Details:
7:30pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
8:00pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 - 7:24pm

Program Details:
7:24pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
8:00pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 - 5:30pm

Parents and Community Members are invited to a workshop facilitated by Anna Perry, Executive Director of Seton Montessori Institute and Schools. Anna Perry is an expert on Montessori education, school leadership and administration, child development, and the Montessori philosophy. In addition to lecturing for Seton, she oversees the operations of Seton Montessori Institute, Seton Montessori School and the Montessori Children’s House of North Barrington.

Date: Wed, Sep 11, 2024
Time: 5:30-7:00 PM
Location: Baitul Ilm

Please register by September 9th.

Child care is available for children of ages 3 to 10 years.
Registration is required and the fee is $10; please zelle to: info@theunityacademy.org with "child care" and the name of your child in the memo.
Click here to register.

Sunday, August 4, 2024 - 10:00am

Baitul Ilm Sunday School invites all community members to the special Arbaeen & Juloos program on Sunday, August 4th @ 10 am, Insha Allah.

Watch the the glimpse of last year's Walk of Reflection

Please find attached to this email, the flyers for the event and volunteering opportunities. Registration is required to attend the program.

Click here to register to attend

Students (13+) wishing to participate in the Walk of Reflection or volunteering at different stations please sign up.

Click here to sign up for volunteering

This year, we will be packing School Supplies for the Refugee kids as a community project. Please help support this cause by signing up.

Click here to sign up for School Supplies for Refugees

We look forward to your attendance, participation and support for this program.

If you have any questions, please contact: Sr. Shafana Musabji @ 630-297-3351  or Sister Maryam Tahir sundayschool@baitulilm.org.

Sunday, July 28, 2024 - 10:00am

Baitul Ilm is hosting its 15th Annual Blood Drive on Sunday, July 28th, between 10am and 4pm. This is a great way to help those in need in our local community.

Registration is open. Please use the link below to sign up. 

Click here to register for Blood Drive.

Thursday, July 18, 2024 - 10:45pm

Mahdi Youth Sisters invites all sisters aged 14 and above to join us on Thursday, July 18th, at 10:45 PM for an enlightening discussion with Sayed Sulayman Hasan Abidi on the topic “Echoes of Karbala: Bringing Its Lessons to Life.” This event will take place at BUI right after the majlis.

Please sign up to attend.

Click here to sign up.

 

Saturday, July 13, 2024 - 10:45pm

Mahdi Youth will be hosting a discussion with Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi on Saturday, July 13th, following the conclusion of the Majalis Program at Baitul-Ilm.

This event is for all youth brothers aged 14 and above.

 

Questions? Reach out to us at mahdiyouth@baitulilm.org

 

Please register your attendance.

 

Click here to register.

 

Friday, July 12, 2024 - 10:45pm

The American Muslim Advocacy Network invites you to a youth focused discussion on how Imam Hussain inspires us to engage in faith and activism. Discussion will be hosted by Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi and Brother Jaree Zaidi on Friday, July 12th at 10:45pm in Baitul Ilm. This discussion will focus on how community youth can take the lessons of Karbala to engage in positive advocacy.

Refreshments will be served.

Open to Everyone.

Please register to attend.

 

Click here to register.

 

Sunday, June 30, 2024 - 11:00am

Baitul Ilm is hosting a special Eid Celebration filled with games, activities, food and fun for the whole family!

When - Sunday, June 30 11 AM to 5 PM (Zuhr prayer at 1 PM)
Where - Outdoors on the Baitul Ilm property
Who - The entire community with games and activities for youth of all ages (Registration is Required)
Cost - $15 for adults, $12 for Seniors 65+, $10 for kids 3-15 

Please pay through Zelle today at 630-746-0317

Saturday, June 29, 2024 - 6:00pm

Program Schedule:

  • 6:00pm - Jashn
  • Followed by dinner
  • 8:47pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 - 7:00pm

Program Schedule:

  • 7:00pm - Amaal led by Syed Kazim Hussain
  • 8:47pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
Saturday, June 22, 2024 - 7:15pm

Program Schedule:

  • 7:15pm - Jashn
  • 8:46pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • Followed by dinner
Monday, June 17, 2024 - 9:15am

With the grace of Allah, we will celebrate Eid al-Adha on Monday June 17, 2024. This blessed day commemorates the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim (as) and his family and their total submission to the cause of monotheism. It is customary for believers to perform a sacrifice (qurbani) in emulation of this noble practice. For those who are not performing hajj, this sacrifice is highly recommended but not obligatory. 

Eid Program:

  • 9:15 am - Du'aa al-Nudba
  • 9:45 am -Takbiraat
  • 10:00 am - Eid Prayer
  • 10:20 am - Eid Khutbah
  • 11:30 am - Eid Greetings
Sunday, June 16, 2024 - 1:00pm

Program Details:

  • 1:00 pm - Dhuhrain Prayers
  • 1:30 pm - A'maal led by H.I. Shaykh Rizwan Arastu
Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 7:15pm

Program Schedule:
7:15 pm - Majlis
8:44 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer

Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 2:00pm

Mahdi Youth will be hosting annual brothers BBQ on June 8th at Busse Woods.

 

Join for a BBQ, volleyball, spikeball, and more! 

 

Please help them plan for food by registering your attendance.
Click here to register.

Thursday, June 6, 2024 - 7:15pm

Program Schedule:
7:15 pm - Majlis
8:40 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer

Saturday, May 18, 2024 - 6:45pm

Program Schedule

  • 6:45pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • 8:24pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • Followed by dinner
Friday, May 17, 2024 - 7:00pm

Join us for a critical conversation on addressing Islamophobia, featuring special guest Sr. Maaria Mozaffar, attorney, legislative drafter, mediator, and speaker. Sr. Maaria will share her expertise and insights, followed by community discussions and Q&A. 
Click here to register.

Saturday, May 11, 2024 - 3:00pm to Sunday, May 12, 2024 - 2:30pm

Registration is open!

A two day course with Instructor Shaykh Amin Rastani will be held on Saturday, May 11th and Sunday, May 12th in Baitul Ilm.
Note: This is not an online event and is only in-person; a livestream or recording of the event will NOT be available.

Dates:
May 11-12 Weekend
Saturday: 3:00PM-8:30PM
Sunday: 2:30PM-7:30PM 

Address:
Baitul Ilm Academy
485 S. Bartlett Rd. Streamwood, IL 60107

Click here for details and registration.

Saturday, May 4, 2024 - 6:45pm

Program Schedule:

  • 6:45pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • 8:10pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
Sunday, April 28, 2024 - 8:30am

Mahdi Youth is hosting a Brothers’ Paintball game on Sunday, April 28th organized by Shaykh Naveed. All brothers 14+ are invited to join and participate.

Registration is required by Thursday, April 25th in order to join.

Click here to register for Brothers Paintball.

Saturday, April 13, 2024 - 1:30pm

Give a gift to yourself this Eid! Baitul Ilm Ladies and Girls Committee will be hosting Ladies & Girls Conference on Saturday, April 13th. Attend for yourself and your spiritual soul. 

Please complete the registration form for each person above 14 years of age. For more details, refer to the flyer and registration link below. 
Please direct questions to AmiraGhadeer2023@gmail.com.
Click here for details and registration.

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 - 9:15am

Program Schedule

9:15 am - Du'a al-Nudba
9:45 am - Takbirat
10:00 am - Eid Prayer
10:20 am - Eid Khutbah
11:30 am - Eid Greetings and Refreshments

Tuesday, April 9, 2024 - 7:42pm

Program Schedule

  • 7:42pm - Maghrib Prayer (at actual time)
  • 7:55pm - Iftaar
  • 8:35pm - Du'aa Iftitah
  • 9:00pm - Isha Prayer
  • 9:15pm - Lecture
Friday, April 5, 2024 - 5:00pm
Friday, April 5, 2024 - 5:09am to Sunday, April 7, 2024 - 7:40pm

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a three-day i'tikaf program. During i'tikaf, the worshiper devotes his or her time to worship and does not leave the masjid premises. This year's i'tikaf will start at Fajr on April 5th until sunset on April 7th.

All participants must be 15 years of age or older. For more information about I'tikaf read this Booklet
If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org.
Click here to register for I'tikaf Program
 

Tuesday, April 2, 2024 - 7:35pm

Program Schedule

  • 7:35pm - Maghrib Prayer
  • 7:55pm - Iftaar
  • 8:40pm - Du'a al-Iftitah
  • 9:05pm - Isha Prayer
  • 9:30pm - Amaal (All night)
  • 5:15am - Fajr Prayer

    The amaal will be in-person and broadcast live.
    You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
    https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Friday, March 29, 2024 - 7:00pm to Sunday, March 31, 2024 - 7:00pm

Program Schedule

  • 7:00pm - Du'a Iftitah
  • 7:30pm - Maghrib Prayer (Prayer will be at actual time)
  • 7:50pm - Iftaar
  • 8:30pm - Isha Prayer
  • 8:45pm - Majlis addressed by Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Amaal will be after majlis on Friday & Sunday at 10pm.

Amaal will be broadcast live.
You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Thursday, March 28, 2024 - 6:00pm

Assalamu Alaikum!

Join our children's market where our young community members bring their creativity and talents to raise funds for children in need! 

In this market during spring break (for most) we are giving kids the opportunity to create items that they will sell to the community.

The Market will be open to entire community to raise funds on Thursday, March 28th .

No registration needed to shop!

Any questions or concerns can be addressed by reaching out to outreach@baitulilm.org.
Click here to register for Ramadan Rewards Market

Monday, March 25, 2024 - 7:26pm

Program Schedule

  • 7:26pm - Maghrib Prayer
  • 7:40pm - Iftaar
  • 8:20pm - Du'a Iftitah
  • 8:40pm - Isha Prayer
  • 8:55pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Syed Hadi Yasin
Sunday, March 24, 2024 - 6:00pm to Tuesday, March 26, 2024 - 6:00pm

Help us get ready for the Ramadan Rewards Marketplace with Camp Creativity! We invite you to sign up for small group sessions to create handcrafted goods for the  upcoming Ramadan Rewards Marketplace!
Spaces are limited and registration is required.
 
Register here for Sunday, March 24th.
Register here for Monday, March 25th.
Register here for Tuesday, March 26th.

Saturday, March 23, 2024 - 10:30pm

Salam alaykum!     

Mahdi Youth Sisters are thrilled to invite you to 'Sisterhood Spirituality & Suhoor!' An evening tailored for sisters aged 15-25 during Ramadan on Saturday, March 23rd. Come strengthen your faith, bond with sisters, and explore our faith through interactive games. Don't miss this chance to grow spiritually and unite as a community. See you there!    

If you are interested in attending, please be sure to to sign up! 

For any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out via email at mahdiyouth@baitulilm.org
Click here to register for Sisterhood Spirituality & Suhoor.

Saturday, March 23, 2024 - 10:00pm
Join for a brothers' dodgeball tournament on Saturday, March 23rd, from 10:00 pm to 12:30 am! Open to all brothers aged 14 and above. Registration is required!
 
Important Details:
  • Registration Deadline: Thursday, March 21st.
  • Location: 2350 Hassell Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
  • Rules: Stay tuned as we will announce the rules closer to the tournament date.
 
Saturday, March 23, 2024 - 5:30pm

Baitul Ilm Academy in collaboration with Unity Academy of Chicago and Baitul Ilm Sunday School will be organizing a parenting workshop, Children and Religion with Hujjatul Islam Dr. Syed Hadi Yasin. Workshop is recommended for parents of children ages 12 and under.

Child care will be provided upon request. Registration is required for child care.
Click here to register for child care. 

Friday, March 22, 2024 - 10:00pm

Join us for another fun Family Movie Night on Friday, March 22nd at Baitul Ilm. Movie will be shown in Banquet Hall (downstairs).

Please note: Registration is required for everybody!
However, the fee is $10 per family, and entry for individuals is free.

Payment can be made in the form of cash or zelle @ 410.615.1214.

Signup below to help us plan.
Click here to sign-up for Family Movie Night.

Friday, March 22, 2024 - 4:30pm

Feed My Starving Children

Assalamu Alaikum!

Please join us for an interfaith community service event in collaboration with Feed My Starving Children on Friday, March 22nd, from 4:45 pm to 6:15 pm. This event is open to everyone aged 5 and above. For the safety and enjoyment of our younger participants we kindly request that they be accompanied by an adult.

To participate, registration is required.

 

Any questions or concerns can be addressed by reaching out to outreach@baitulilm.org.

Important Registration Note: You may need to create an account if you do not already have one to proceed with the sign-up process.

Click here to register for Feed My Starving Children.

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 4:30pm

The Committee encourages all ladies and youth to participate in the various Ladies and Girls Programs held through out the year.

For more details please contact, Sr. Amira Ghadeer at 708-955-4480.

Click here to register if you are interested in reciting.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 7:20pm

Program Schedule

  • 7:20pm - Maghrib Prayer
  • 7:35pm - Iftaar
  • 8:15pm - Du'a Iftitah
  • 8:35pm - Isha Prayer
  • 8:50pm - Majlis addressed by Syed Hadi Yasin
Saturday, March 16, 2024 - 10:00pm

Salam Alaykum! 
Join us for an insightful Q&A session with visiting scholar Seyed Hadi Yassin as we explore the topic ‘Strengthening the Soul by Exploring Islamic Resilience Amid Adversity.' This session will aim to delve into the profound relationship between mental health, faith, and spirituality, particularly within the context of Islamic teachings and practices. It will seek to offer practical insights and strategies for cultivating resilience and navigating challenges through a holistic approach that integrates psychological well-being with spiritual grounding.
If you’re interested in attending, use the link provided to register!

Register here for Sisters Discussion and Q&A.

Friday, March 15, 2024 - 10:00pm

Mastering the Self:
Overcoming Destructive Behavior


Salaam Alaykum,

Mahdi Youth is hosting a Brothers' Suhoor Discussion & Game Night on Friday March 15th with Sayyid Hadi Yaseen. All brothers 14+ are invited to join and participate. Please register your attendance.

Click here to register for Brothers Suhoor Night.

Friday, March 8, 2024 - 7:00pm

Mahdi Youth Sisters' present Sisters' Wellness & Potluck scheduled to take place on March 8th, from 7pm to 9pm. Join us for a night of delicious food, painting, and unwinding, This is a first-come, first-served event, so be sure to register and secure your spot! Location details will be disclosed post-registration.

If you’re interested in attending, please sign up.

For any questions or concerns, reach out to mahdiyouth@baitulilm.org.
Click here to register for Sister’s Wellness & Potluck

Friday, March 1, 2024 - 8:00pm

Do you find the voting process to be confusing?
Do you wonder if your vote makes a difference?
Do you find it difficult to learn about candidates and issues?

If so, this program is for you. We often hear that voting is important, but seldom are prepared to navigate the various issues, candidates, and offices that we need to vote on. Join us on Friday March 1 at 8pm to learn about the voting process and your place in it as we discuss how to be an informed voter and how to find, access, and utilize resources to understand the issues and the candidates running for election.

Register here for Call to Advocacy

Sunday, February 25, 2024 - 4:00pm

Program Schedule

  • 4:00pm - Giving Day Presentation
  • 4:20pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi
  • 5:53pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • Followed by dinner in the Banquet Hall
Saturday, February 24, 2024 - 2:00pm
Session 1 - 2:00pm
  • 2:00pm - The Signs of the End of Time
  • 2:35pm - The Duties of the Believers Towards Imam Mahdi (as)
  • 3:05pm - Q&A
  • 3:45pm - Break

Session 2 - 4:00pm
  • 4:00pm - Imam Mahdi (as) As A Universal Belief Among Muslims
  • 4:35pm - Sun Behind the Clouds: The Imam's Hidden Role as God's Vicegerent
  • 5:10pm - Q&A
  • 5:52pm - Prayer
  • Followed by dinner in the Banquet Hall

Amaal of 15th of Shabaan
  • 7:30pm - Amaal of 15th Shabaan
Friday, February 16, 2024 - 7:00pm

Program Schedule

  • 7:00 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 7:30 pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • Followed by dinner in the Banquet Hall
Saturday, February 10, 2024 - 5:35pm

Mahdi Youth is hosting a Brothers' Halaqah and Game Night on Saturday, February 10th. All brothers 14+ are invited to join and participate. Please register your attendance.

Register here for Brothers Halaqah & Game Night

Sunday, January 28, 2024 - 2:00pm

Starting at 2:00pm sharp after Sunday School Please use the link below to register https://forms.gle/wQeYxULVNGRDyWPo9

Saturday, January 27, 2024 - 5:17pm
Program Schedule
  • 5:17 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 5:45 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
 
Saturday, January 13, 2024 - 3:00pm

 
Salaamun Alaykum Dear Community Members,

We invite you to join us to discuss our role and responsibilities as a community to advocate for our values and causes. This town hall discussion will allow our community members to voice its thoughts and concerns on how we can be effective in building an infrastructure of advocacy and what steps and direction we should undertake. Please join us on Friday January 19th at 8pm at Baitul Ilm.

Wasalaam,

American Muslim Advocacy Network

Register here for Call to Advocacy

Saturday, November 18, 2023 - 10:44pm
Program Schedule:
  •     4:44pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  •     5:30pm - Program addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  •     Followed by dinner in the banquet hall
     
Friday, November 17, 2023 - 11:30pm
Salaam Alay’kum,

The Mahdi Youth Sisters are excited to extend a warm invitation to our annual Friendsgiving event, on November 17th at Baitul Ilm. Join us for an evening of enriching conversations, delicious food, and lots of fun!  

To secure your spot, kindly RSVP and select a dish to bring using the link on the flyer. If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to seeing you all there, inshaAllah.

 
Register here for Friendsgiving

Saturday, November 11, 2023 - 11:30pm
Brothers Discussion With Shaykh Mahdi Rastani
Saturday, November 11th at 5:30pm
 

Salaam Alaykum,

Mahdi Youth will be hosting a discussion on Saturday, November 11th with Shaykh Mahdi Rastani after his Mizan class at Baitul-Ilm for all youth brothers (14+)

Please register your attendance.

Program schedule:

  • 4:50 pm: Maghrib and Isha Prayers
  • 5:30 pm: Discussion
  • 6:30pm: Dinner, ping pong, board games & more!​
 
Saturday, November 4, 2023 - 8:00pm
Saturday, November 4th at 3:00pm
 
Program Schedule:
  • 3:00pm - Introduction by Br. Jawad Hussain
  • 3:05pm - History of Palestine by Dr. Muhammad Eissa
  • 3:30pm - Current Situation Update by Br. Ashraf Naqvi
  • 3:50pm - Advocacy & How to Talk About Palestine by Sr. Heena Musabji & Sr. Haneen Abbasi
  • 4:15pm - Our Obligations Towards the Oppressed by H.I. Shaykh Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • 4:30pm - Questions and Answers
  • 5:00pm - Refreshments
 
 
Registration is Required:
Saturday, September 30, 2023 - 3:00pm
Saturday, September 30th from 10am to 12pm

Salam Alaykum,

Join us on September 30th, 2023, at Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve for 'Hiking & Halaqah' hosted by Mahdi Youth Group and Sacred Roots Community.

Embark on a journey of adventure and spiritual growth, exclusively for sisters aged 15 and up. Don’t miss this opportunity to bond, explore, and connect with nature’s beauty!

Address: 3609 Spring Rd, Oakbrook, IL 60523

Monday, September 25, 2023 - 12:01am
Sunday, September 24th at 7:01pm

Program Schedule

  •     7:03 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  •     7:30 pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Shaykh Mohammed Al-Saadi
     
Monday, September 18, 2023 - 12:30am
Baitul Ilm Academy Sunday School's Arbaeen Food Drive has begun. As we remember the thirst and hunger of the Orphans of Karbala, let’s help those less fortunate in our own communities.  Drop off your non-perishable donations to the boxes at the main entrance.  Last Day is September 17.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR HIGH SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS!  

If you want to help with the food drive, send a text message to Fatima Dossani (847)287-1454.

Sunday, September 17, 2023 - 2:30am
Mahdi Youth Sister’s Q&A
with Shaykh Dr. Mahdi Hazari
Saturday, September 16th at 9:30pm
 

Salam Alay’kum,

 

The Mahdi Youth of Sisters invites you to join us on September 16th, 2023, at Baitul Ilm for an enlightening discussion followed by a Q&A session with Sheikh Dr. Mehdi Hazari. Delve into the profound connection between stewardship of the Earth and environmental conservation, as we explore the spiritual and practical aspects of caring for our planet. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and commitment to safeguarding our precious planet. Sign up using the link below and be a part of this transformative conversation. For any questions or details, please contact Sr. Shiza Zehra at shizazehra29@gmail.com
Register here for Sister’s Q&A

Saturday, September 16, 2023 - 2:00am
FAITH AND FACT:
Islam’s Stance on Evolution
with Shaykh Dr. Mahdi Hazari
Friday, September 15th at 9:00pm

Salaam Alaykum.

Mahdi Youth will be hosting a discussion with Shaykh Mahdi Hazari after his lecture on Friday, September 15th; the topic will be about Islam's Stance on Evolution. We hope to see you there!

Please register if you're planning to attend.
Register here for Youth Discussion

Saturday, September 2, 2023 - 12:00am
Friday, September 1st at 7:00pm

Salaamun Alay’kum, The Mahdi Youth Group invites you to our Arbaeen Art and Poetry Night on Friday, 2023. We will honor the family of the Prophet (s) through varied mediums of expression: spoken word, visual art, dramatic performance, etc.

If you or your child is interested in making a piece of art, presenting a piece of poetry, or anything else relating to the events of Karbala, events thereafter or an aspect of Islam, please register and provide the written piece, visual presentation or a picture of the work or email at: outreach@baitulilm.org

Our youth group will also host a refreshment table & bake sale to raise money for Who is Hussain. If you would like to participate in making, baking or donating food items to the refreshment table please register to do so. Questions, please contact Shiza Zehra 224-509-0377.
 
Click here to register for Open Mic/Art

Friday, September 1, 2023 - 5:00am

Its time to kick off our 2023/2024 Sunday School Year. Please read the instructions below and fill out all forms completely.

Instructions:

  • Please fill out all information as accurately as possible. Check for typos before you submit. You will not be able to make changes after you submit.
  • You must fill out a NEW form for EACH CHILD.
  • Classes will be held in person at Baitul Ilm.
  • First day of Mom and Tot is to be determined.
  • To enter Mom and Tot, the student must be 2 years old before September 1, 2023.
  • To enter grade 1 the student must be 4 years old before September 1, 2023.

Feel free to share the links with any families that are interested.
You can email us with any questions.

Thank you
Sunday School Administration

 
 
Registration Form Links
 

Please feel free to email us with any questions or concerns.

 

Saturday, August 19, 2023 - 7:30pm
Dear Brothers and Sisters Assalamu 'alaykum,

Unity Academy's Cub Scout Pack #313 is pleased to announce a fundraising luncheon on Saturday, August 19. All members of the community are invited to this event. Proceeds will help fund scouting activities in the coming school year.

During the event, scouts will show slides and presentations of the activities from the past season. They will also commemorate the tragedy of Karbala along with all the believers.

Time: 2:30-4:30 PM
Cost: $10 per ticket
Venue: Banquet Hall (East Side), Baitul Ilm
 
Click to Purchase Tickets

Friday, August 18, 2023 - 12:30am
Program Schedule
  •     7:30 pm - Du'aa
  •     Followed by a brief lecture
  •     8:15 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  •     Followed by Ziyarat Warith & Refreshments
     
  •  
Thursday, August 17, 2023 - 1:00pm
We are pleased to offer enrollment for the Fall 2023 Semester for children ages 5 to 12.

We are also offering advanced recitation classes for youth 13 and up, and enrollment for these classes is subject to assessment.

The classes will be held twice a week, on Thursdays from 8pm to 9pm and Fridays from 8pm to 9:30pm from August 17th to December 15th.

To enroll, click the following link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rh77w2Jym2p2Y_yRypuC3v8clssUf-vPCIAvU05...

For further inquiries, please contact Syed Kazim Hussain (skazimhussain@gmail.com / 952-594-1581)
Enroll here for Baitul Ilm Quran Academy

Sunday, August 13, 2023 - 3:15am
Salaamun Alaykum from Mahdi Youth Group and Sacred Roots Student Collective!

We are hosting a discussion with Shiekh Faiyaz Jaffer centered around the topic of curing the heart of spiritual diseases. The program will begin at 10:15pm after the conclusion of the majlis on Saturday, August 12 for brothers and sisters aged 14 + at Baitul Ilm.

 

Please use this form to register your attendance:
Click to Register

Sunday, August 6, 2023 - 3:00pm to Tuesday, August 8, 2023 - 9:00pm
Sunday, August 6th (10:00am to 4:00pm)

Baitul Ilm is hosting its 14th Annual Blood Drive on Sunday, August 6th, between 10am and 4pm. This is a great way to help those in need in our local community.

Registration is open. Please use the link below to sign up.  
 
Register here for Blood Drive

Friday, July 28, 2023 - 1:00pm
Friday, July 28th

Program Schedule

A'maal of Ashura

  •     8:00 am - A'maal of the day of Ashura led by H.I. Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi

Amaal will be broadcast live.
You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Majlis of the Day of Ashura

  •     1:00 pm - Jumu'ah Prayer
  •     2:15 pm - English Majlis
  •     3:00 pm - Urdu Majlis
  •     4:00 pm - Ziyarat
  •     Followed by Faqa Shikni

Majlis Sham-e-Gharibaan
  •     8:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  •     8:55 pm - Salam & Marthiya
  •     9:10 pm - Majlis Sham-e-Ghariban (English)
  •     9:35 pm - Majlis Sham-e-Ghariban (Urdu)
  •     10:00 pm - Salaam e-Akhir
  •     Followed by Matam & Ziyarat
     
Sunday, July 23, 2023 - 3:45am
Saturday July 22nd 10:45pm

The Mahdi Youth Group of Sisters invites you to a Q&A Session with Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi on Saturday, July 22nd. Sisters above the age of 15 are welcome to attend. We request those attending to be in the Banquet Hall promptly after Ziyarat, inshAllah. Please register via the link. We look forward to having an engaging session with all the sisters and hope to see you all there inshAllah.

Saturday, July 22, 2023 - 4:00pm to Saturday, September 23, 2023 - 4:00pm
July 22nd to September 23rd at 11 am

Baitul Ilm is hosting Ladies & Girls Majalis on Saturdays at 11 a.m. starting from Saturday, July 22nd until Saturday, September 23rd, 2023.

The majalis will take place in the North Building.

For details or to sponsor a majlis, please contact,
Sr. Amira Ghadeer at 708-955-4480.

If you are interested in reciting, please register through the link below.
Click to Register to Recite

Saturday, July 22, 2023 - 3:45am
Friday, July 21st 10:45pm

The Mahdi Youth Group of Chicago is hosting a brothers Q&A session with Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi after the conclusion of his lecture on Friday, July 21st for brothers aged 14 + at Baitul Ilm.

Registration is open. Please use the link below to sign up.  
 
Click to Register

Wednesday, July 19, 2023 - 1:39am to Friday, July 28, 2023 - 1:39am
Tuesday July 18th to Thursday July 27th

Program Schedule

  •     8:39 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers (Prayers will be held at prime time)
  •     9:00 pm - Majlis
  •         Urdu Majlis addressed by H.I. Syed Ehtesham Abbas Zaidi Location: Masjid
  •         English Majlis addressed by H.I. Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi Location: Banquet Hall (downstairs)
  •     Followed by Matam & Ziyarat
     
Saturday, July 15, 2023 - 6:00pm
July 15 at 1pm - 6pm

Baitul Ilm is hosting a special Eid Picnic & Celebration filled with games, activities, food and fun for the whole family!

  • When - Saturday July 15 1-6 pm (Zuhr prayer at 1pm)
  • Where - Outdoors on the Baitul Ilm property
  • Who - The entire community with games and activities for youth of all ages (Registration is Required)
  • Cost - $15 for adults, $12 for Seniors 65+, $10 for kids 3 to 15

Please pay through Zelle at 630-297-3351

For more information please contact Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org.  
Click to Register for Eid Picnic Celebration

 
 

 

Saturday, July 8, 2023 - 11:15pm
Saturday, July 8th at 6:15pm

Program Schedule

  •     6:15pm - Jashn addressed by Maulana Faezi
  •     7:45pm - Dinner in the banquet hall
  •     8:45pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
 

 

 

Saturday, July 8, 2023 - 11:15pm
A BUI story time and activities initiative geared towards children 4-8 years old. Session will be held during the main program on July 8th at 6:30 pm. Limited spots available.

To register, fill out the form below:
Click to Register for V-Time

 
 

 

Friday, July 7, 2023 - 7:00pm
Friday, July 7th at 2pm

Program Schedule

  •     1:00pm - Jumu'ah
  •     2:00pm - A'maal for Ghadeer
 
 

 

Saturday, June 24, 2023 - 7:00pm
Saturday June 24 2pm

Assalamu ‘alaykum from Mahdi youth of Chicago!

Please join us for our youth BBQ on Saturday, June 24 at 2pm. We welcome men/boys aged 14-28 to participate. We look forward to seeing you!

 

Location: Busse Forest South-Grove 21, Elk Grove Township, IL 60067

 

Please register your attendance with the form below:
Click to Register

Saturday, June 24, 2023 - 12:00am
Friday, June 23rd at 7:00pm
 
We are excited to have our next expanded board gaming event at Baitulilm this Friday, June 23rd 7:00-11 pm, with a break for jama'at prayer at 8:47pm. Feel free to join anytime during the program. We will have a lot of games to choose from. Not all of the games from this list ( bit.ly/3OUswk9 ) will be brought, so please make a request if you want a specific game from the link below. You are also welcome to watch a "how to play __" video on YouTube of a specific game beforehand.
 
Please RSVP to attend.
Click here to RSVP for Board Gaming Night
Saturday, June 17, 2023 - 6:30pm to Monday, June 19, 2023 - 12:00am

LIFE 2023

Special Seminar:

Religion and the Crisis of Identity

June 17th & 18th, 2023

at the Baitul Ilm Academy
& Online Livestream

In the Name of God, the Most Beneficent, Most Compassionate

Al-salām ʿalaykum wa-raḥmat Allah wa-barakātuh,

Register now for LIFE 2023! 

On June 17th-18th, the Ahl al-Bayt Islamic Seminary and the Baitul Ilm Academy will be hosting the 2023 LIFE Special Seminar: Religion and the Crisis of Identity.

This year, LIFE will consist of the following four panels: 

  • Islamic Identity & Gender: Addressing Paradigm Shifts;

  • Sacred Shifts: The Waning Influence of Religion and the Rise of Alternative Spirituality;

  • Nurturing Hearts and Minds: Islamic Elements of Holistic Education;

  • Fostering a Vibrant Community: Diverse Approaches to Future Success.

Each of these topics has been specially selected for its importance and relevance in fostering an ethical and faithful Islamic life, both for individuals and our communities. We will be joined by a number of prominent scholars and speakers from across the US, who will expand on the topics and guide us in navigating these difficult questions.

To accommodate a wider audience, the 2023 LIFE Special Seminar will be held in a hybrid format: For Chicago residents, we urge in-person participation at the Baitul Ilm Academy in Chicago, IL. For attendees outside of Chicago, online participation will be available. 

Sessions will run from 1:30pm - 7pm CDT. 

Lunch and light refreshments will be served for in-person participants.

Click here to register for either in-person or online participation. Please send your registration payment via Zelle: info@aiseminary.org ($50/person for in-person attendance; $25/person for virtual attendance).

Please note that your registration is not confirmed until payment has been received.  

If you have any questions or concerns, please email us. 

For updates, please follow us on Instagram

If you would like to help support our work, you can send contributions via Zelle: info@aiseminary.org

 

Saturday, June 17, 2023 - 9:00am
Saturday, June 17th

Salaam Alaikum sisters,
 
Mahdi Youth Group of Sisters is excited to invite you to Fajr and Breakfast on June 17th, 2023, at Baitul Ilm Academy. Jamaat will begin at 4:00am. After prayers, all sisters (ages 15+) will be meeting at the IHOP in Hoffman Estates for breakfast inshaAllah.

If you are interested in attending, please fill out the interest form using the QR code or link below. Attendees are responsible for securing their own transportation and adult volunteers will accompany the youth. Contact (224) 509-0377 with any questions. We look forward to seeing you all there!
Click here to register

 

 

Sunday, June 4, 2023 - 12:15am
Saturday, June 3rd at 7:15pm

Program Schedule

  •     7:15pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Rizwan Rizvi
  •     8:38pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  •     Followed by dinner
     
Saturday, May 20, 2023 - 6:00pm to Sunday, May 21, 2023 - 10:30pm

Death & Barzakh - A Deeper Look
With Shaykh Amin Rastani

 

Saturday, May 20 & Sunday, May 21 at 1:00pm

 

A two day course with Instructor Shaykh Amin Rastani will be held on Saturday, May 20th and Sunday, May 21st in Baitul Ilm from 1:00pm to 5:30pm.

Please note: This is not an online event and is only in-person; a livestream or recording of the event will NOT be available.

Registration is required.

Click here for details and registration

Monday, May 15, 2023 - 12:00am
Sunday, May 14th at 7:00pm

Program Schedule:

  •     7:00pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Shaykh Reza Hemyari
  •     8:20pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
     
Saturday, May 6, 2023 - 7:00pm
Saturday, May 6th 2023
 
There will be an Eid Milan Jashn hosted by Amber Ali, held in the North Building Banquet Hall at 2:00 PM.
 
Ladies and girls should join us for manqabat, skits, food, games, and more!
Saturday, April 22, 2023 - 2:15pm

Assalamu 'alaykum Dear Brothers & Sisters,

Baitul Ilm has not received reliable reports of the crescent moon sighting that are valid for our location. As a result, Friday, April 21st is the 30th of Shahr Ramadan. Eid al-Fitr will be Saturday, April 22nd. We will continue with our daily Ramadan schedule for the last day of Ramadan.

May Allah (swt) accept all of our worship and prayers and send His blessings upon all of humanity.

Eid Prayer Schedule for Saturday, April 22nd:

 

  •     9:15 am - Du'a al-Nudba
  •     9:45 am - Takbiraat
  •     10:00 am - Eid Prayer
  •     10:20 am - Eid Khutbah
  •     11:30 am - Eid Greetings and Refreshments

Please note that the estimated amount of zakat al-fitrah is $15 per person at a minimum, though we recommend giving $20 per person if you can afford it. Zakat al-fitrah should be set aside or paid before Eid prayer begins. The zakat is payable by the head of household for him or herself and all who are his or her dependents at sunset on the evening of Eid.

Friday, April 21, 2023 - 12:00am

Baitul Ilm Sunday School is collecting non-perishable donations for the Ramadan Food Drive. This is a Baitul Ilm tradition that we have been doing for years. This is a great opportunity to follow in the steps of the Ahlulbayt. 

 

Help Us Help Others!

 

Please see the attached flyer with more details. All donations will be sent to the Food For Greater Elgin food bank. Place donations in the boxes at the front entrance. Kindly check the expiration date of donations.

 

The last day to bring in donations is April 20, 2023. 

 

Youth volunteers can contact Fatima Dossani at fatimadossani@gmail.com

Wednesday, April 19, 2023 - 11:30pm
Wednesday, April 19th

Program :

  •     6:30 pm - Interfaith Program
  •     7:53 pm - Congregational Prayer
  •     8:10 pm - Dinner
Wednesday, April 19, 2023 - 12:10am

Tuesday, April 18th
 
Calling all 15-16 yr old girls! Come and sign up to participate in a skit with King Brain & Queen Heart and other body parts as they learn important lessons from Surah al-Hujurat. Skit will be presented on Tuesday, April 18th for the Youth Recognition Night, Insha Allah. Auditions for larger parts. Lots of smaller roles available too.
 
Contact: Sr. Kauser Gulamali @ 224-595-2721 with any questions. 
Click here to register for the Youth Skit

 

 

Saturday, April 15, 2023 - 9:45am to Tuesday, April 18, 2023 - 12:36am

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a three-day i'tikaf program. During i'tikaf, the worshiper devotes his or her time to worship and does not leave the masjid premises. This year's i'tikaf will start at Fajr on April 15th until sunset on April 17th.

 

All participants must be 15 years of age or older.

 

If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org.

 

Click here to register for I'tikaaf

 

 

Saturday, April 15, 2023 - 12:15am to Saturday, April 22, 2023 - 2:00am

Daily Program

 

  • 7:51pm - Maghrib Prayer
  • 8:10pm - Iftaar
  • 8:50pm - Isha Prayer
  • 9:05pm - Du'aa Iftitah

 
Du'aa Iftitah will be broadcast live. 
You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

 

Friday, April 14, 2023 - 11:00pm

Friday, April 14th
Stalls open at 6 PM until prayer and iftaar.
Bazaar will then resume until 10 PM.
Hijabs, accessories, ladies and children's clothing, and much more!
 
Please contact Farwah Saeed for more information at 630-788-8470

Friday, April 14, 2023 - 12:47am
Thursday, April 13th
 
Program Schedule
  •     7:47pm - Maghrib Prayer
  •     8:05pm - Iftaar
  •     8:55pm - Isha Prayer
  •     9:15pm - Du'a al-Iftitah
  •     9:35pm - Amaal (All night)
  •     4:52am - Fajr Prayer

 The amaal will be in-person and broadcast live.
 You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
 https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live
 
Monday, April 10, 2023 - 12:15am to Wednesday, April 12, 2023 - 12:15am
Sunday, April 9th to Tuesday, April 11th
 
Program Schedule
  •     7:15pm - Du'a Iftitah
  •     7:42pm - Maghrib Prayer (Prayer will be at actual time)
  •     8:00pm - Iftaar
  •     8:45pm - Isha Prayer
  •     9:00pm - Majlis addressed by Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Amaal will be after majlis on Sunday & Tuesday.

You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Sunday, April 9, 2023 - 10:00pm
Sunday, April 9th at 5:00pm

An interactive session geared for Girls 12+. If you have a specific question, please submit via registration form. Don’t worry! Names will not be attached to the questions!

Target age group is High School and above encouraged to attend but will be appropriate for 12+
Submit your question here!

Sunday, April 9, 2023 - 3:00am
Saturday, April 8th - 10pm to Fajr

Asalaam Alaikum from Mahdi youth of Chicago!

We are hosting a brothers Suhur Social at Baitul-ilm on Saturday, April 8th from 10pm until Fajr for brothers 14+. The program will begin right after the conclusion of the regularly scheduled post-iftar lecture. (Registration is required)

Agenda:

  • 10:00pm - Opening discussion with Shaykh Naveed
  • 11:00pm - Board games, ping pong, and video games
  • 3:00am - Suhur
  • 4:00am - Salat al-Layl, Time for reflection, and recitation of Qur'an
  • 5:30am - Fajr

If you would like to bring any food or games please free to do so! (If you plan on bringing anything please get in touch with Jafer 650-284-9693)
Sunday, April 9, 2023 - 3:00am
Boys Ages 7-16
Saturday, April 8th - 10pm to Fajr

We look forward to welcoming fathers and sons for a night of activities, games, discussion, prayer and food.

The Event is open to sons ages 7-16 with their fathers. A recommended donation of $15 per family is requested.

Spaces are limited and registration is required.

Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 11:30pm

Thursday, April 6th at 6:30pm
 
Mahdi Youth is excited to introduce a sisters only Dua Iftitah this Ramadan. Recitation and gathering will take place in the Baitul Ilm multipurpose room before Maghrib on Thursdays, March 30 and April 6. If you are interested in reciting Dua Iftitah or the three accompanying duas on either March 30th or April 6th, please fill out the form below. You will receive follow-up from the organizers after you register to confirm selection and recitation. Mentors are available to help reciters prepare. You do not need to sign up to attend, only if interested in reciting. We hope many of you can join the event!
Sign-up here for Sisters Dua Iftitah Recitations

Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 11:30pm

Thursday, April 6th at 6:30pm

 

Please join us for a sisters only Dua Iftitah this Ramadan. Recitation and gathering will take place in the Baitul Ilm multipurpose room before Maghrib on Thursdays, March 30 and April 6. 

 

Sunday, April 2, 2023 - 9:45pm

Sunday, April 2nd at 4:45 pm
 
Baitul Ilm will be hosting a Ladies & Girls Majlis to commemorate the death anniversary of Lady Khadijah(sa) on Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 4:45pm. Please be prompt and stay for main evening and Iftar.
 
If you are interested in reciting, please complete the participation form and you will be contacted.
Click here for Ladies Majlis Participation Form

 

Sunday, April 2, 2023 - 3:00am

Saturday, April 1st at 10:00pm
 
Sisterhood & Spirituality is for sisters ages 15-25 to strengthen the bonds of sisterhood through spiritual activities, discussion, and games. The program will begin after the lecture on Friday, April 1st at 10:00 pm and will end at 5:30 am with Fajr.
 
Registration is required 
 
Register here for Sisterhood, Spirituality & Suhoor

Saturday, April 1, 2023 - 12:10am

Friday, March 31st
 
Program Schedule

  • 7:10pm - Du'a Iftitah
  • 7:32pm - Maghrib Prayer 
  • 7:50pm - Iftar
  • 8:35pm Ishta Prayer
  • 8:50pm - Majlis addressed by Shaykh Rizwan Arastu

 
Du'aa and Majlis will be broadcast live.
You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Thursday, March 30, 2023 - 11:30pm

Thursday, March 30th at 6:30pm & Thursday, April 6th at 6:30pm

 

Please join us for a sisters only Dua Iftitah this Ramadan. Recitation and gathering will take place in the Baitul Ilm multipurpose room before Maghrib on Thursdays, March 30 and April 6. 

 

Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 9:30pm

Wednesday, March 29th at 4:30pm
 
Please join us for this worthwhile cause. An interfaith community service event to pack and send food to the hungry children abroad. Open to everyone ages 5 and above. All children between the ages of 5 and 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Registration is required.
Register here for Community Service Event

 

Sunday, March 26, 2023 - 12:30am to Monday, March 27, 2023 - 12:30am

Saturday, March 25th & Sunday, March 26th During Iftar
 
Baitulilm Mahdi Youth and the students from The Unity Academy of Chicago are hosting a bake sale Saturday, March 25th and Sunday, March 26 during Iftaar to support Feed My Starving Children. This Ramadan we are raising funds to  feed the hungry. The bake sale will support the cost of the food and shipping it to those in need.  If you would like to bring a dessert item please register through the link below. Otherwise, please support our youth in this effort by indulging your sweet tooth and partaking in the many sweet treats to support a good cause!
 
Register here for Ramadan Bake Sale

Friday, March 24, 2023 - 11:30pm

Super Sabireen!
 
Super Sabireen is an extension of BUILD's Ramadan Reading Challenge as it aims to take the relationship with the Quran one step further by deriving messages from specific Quranic ayaat that pertain to sabr and other related topics. It is designed to encourage fasting and fasting with one's senses etc. For ages: 5-8/9-11/12-14. Refer to the flyer and registration form for more details. 
 
Deadline to register: Friday, March 24th. Limited spots.
 
Registrations will be on a first-come-first-serve basis.
 
Contact: Sr. Kauser Gulamali @ build.bui@gmail.com / 224-595-2721 or Sr. Kauser Girniwala @ 847-660-4076
Register here for Super Sabireen!

 

Friday, March 24, 2023 - 11:30pm

An additional fun Who Said It? Kahoot Quran Quiz challenge can be taken at your own convenience during the month of Ramadan. See the flyer for more details. Access the QR code to be taken to the quiz. Play it anytime. Geared towards 12+.
 
Contact: Sr. Kauser Gulamali @ kauser_hamid@yahoo.com / 224-595-2721 with any questions. 
Click here for Quran Quiz

 

Friday, March 24, 2023 - 11:30pm

A free at-home Quran reading program based on the library's reading program that involves listening, reciting and memorizing surahs of the Quran during the blessed month of Ramadan. See the details flyer for more info. Open to adults and children. Deadline to register is 3rd Ramadan. All participants will receive a gift card on the Youth Recognition Night (April 18th), Insha Allah. 
 
Signed logs are due by 27th Ramadan.
 
Refer to the flyers for more details. Please register to receive the logs, Insha Allah.  
Register here for Ramadan Reading Challenge

 

Saturday, March 11, 2023 - 8:00pm

March 11 at 2:00pm

 

Sisters of all ages are invited to Addison Ice Arena on Saturday March 11th from 2:00pm-3:30pm for group ice skating. Admission is $10-$12.

 

Click here to register for Sisters Ice Skating

 
 
Thursday, March 9, 2023 - 1:45am

Age Group: 4 - 6 years

Wednesday, March 8th

A regular V-Time session geared towards children 4-6 years old will also be held during the main program on Wednesday, March 8th at 7:45 pm.

Limited spots available. 

 

Click here to register for V-Time Ages: 4-6 yrs.

 
Wednesday, March 8, 2023 - 12:00am to Friday, March 10, 2023 - 1:00am

Tuesday, March 7 to Thursday, March 9

Program Schedule

Tuesday, March 7 

  • 7:00pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 7:30pm - Brief Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • 8:15pm - A'maal for the Night of 15th Shabaan 

 

Wednesday, March 8

  • 6:06pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 6:35pm - Dinner/Iftaar in Banquet Hall 
  • 7:30pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

 

Thursday, March 9

  • 7:00pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 7:30pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
Sunday, February 26, 2023 - 12:30am

Saturday, February 25th at 6:30pm

 

A BUI story time and activities initiative geared towards children 4-8 years old. Session will be held during the main program on February 25th at 6:30 pm.

 

Limited spots available. Registration is required.

Register here for V-Time!

Saturday, February 25, 2023 - 10:30pm

Saturday, February 25th at 4:30pm

Amin Aaser is the founder and Managing Director of Noor Kids, a Harvard-supported educational services organization that seeks to build confidence in the religious identity of young Muslims

 

Register here for Children's Story Time

Saturday, February 25, 2023 - 10:00pm

Saturday, February 25th at 4:00pm

Featuring guest speaker Sr. Shahnaze Safieddine

For more information, please contact Sr. Amira Ghadeer (708) 955-4480

Register here for the event

Monday, February 20, 2023 - 9:00pm

Friday, February 20th at 3:00pm

All seniors with their families are welcomed for teatime and games (carrom, parcheesi, table tennis... feel free to bring other games). It is a school holiday, so bring your grandkids!

 

Kindly sign up to help us plan.

 

Sign up here for Seniors' Games & Teatime

Saturday, February 18, 2023 - 1:00am

Thursday, February 17th at 7:00pm

Program Schedule 

  • 7:00 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 7:30 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Shaykh Reza Hemyari
  • Followed by Amaal of Mab'ath 
Saturday, February 18, 2023 - 1:00am

Friday, February 17th at 7:00pm

Program Schedule 

  • 7:00 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • Amaal led by H.I. Sheikh Reza Hemyari after Majlis to Commemorate the Martyrdom of Imam Musa al-Kazim (as)
Sunday, February 12, 2023 - 4:00am

Saturday, February 11th at 10:00pm

 

Asalaam alaikum from Mahdi Youth of Chicago! We are hosting a brothers Chai chat with Shaykh Mohammad Al- Saadi on Saturday, February 11th, 10:00pm at Baitul-ilm for brothers 14+. 

 

Please use this form to register your attendance!

 

Questions? Please reach out to Saad Khawari (Saadalikhawari@gmail.com)

Register here for Brothers Chai Chat

 
Sunday, February 5, 2023 - 12:15am

Saturday, February 4th at 6:15pm

 

A BUI story time and activities initiative geared towards children 4-8 years old. Session will be held during the main program on February 4th at 6:15 pm. Limited spots available. 

 

Register here for V-Time!

 
Saturday, February 4, 2023 - 11:27pm

Saturday, February 4th at 5:27pm

Program Schedule 

  • 5:27 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 6:00 pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Followed by dinner in the Banquet Hall

Sunday, January 29, 2023 - 8:30pm

Sunday, January 29th at 2:30pm

 

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a Ladies & Girls Majlis to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Lady Zainab(sa) on Sunday, January 29th. 

 

The Majlis will begin at 2:30 pm sharp in the North Building Banquet Hall (downstairs). 

 

To recite, contact Sr. Amira Ghadeer at (708) 955-4480.

Sunday, January 29, 2023 - 5:00pm

Sunday, January 29th at 11:00am

 
Saturday, January 28, 2023 - 11:20pm

Saturday, January 28th at 5:20pm

 

Asalaam alaikum from Mahdi Youth of Chicago! We are hosting a brothers Halaqah & game night on Saturday, January 28th at Batul-ilm for brothers 14+. 

 

Agenda: 

  • 5:20pm- Maghrib prayers
  • 5:50 pm-  Halaqah with Shaykh Naveed 
  • 6:30 pm- Dinner, ping pong, board games & more!

 

If you would like to bring any food or games please free to do so! (If you plan on bringing anything please get in touch with either Saad (847-257-6196) or Jaffer (650-284-9693)

 

Please use this form to register your attendance!

 

Please reach out to Saad Khawari (847-257-6196) or Jafer Haider (650-284-9693) to join our group chat and follow us on Instagram and Facebook (@mahdiyouthofchicago) to stay updated!

Register here for Brothers Halaqah & Game Night

 
Saturday, January 14, 2023 - 2:00am to Saturday, May 13, 2023 - 2:30am

Dear community members

Salamun alaykum wa rahmatullah

 

One of the great wishes of every Muslim parent is to teach their young children how to recite the Glorious Quran. 

 

We are pleased to offer these classes Insha Allah at Baitul Ilm, starting from the birthday of Sayyida Fatima al- Zahra s.a., Friday, January 13th. 

 

In the beginning these classes will be held twice a week, on Thursdays from 8pm to 9pm and Fridays from 8pm to 9.30pm.

 

We highly encourage all parents who reside in north-western suburbs with children ages 4-9 years to enroll their child in this program.

 

If your child is 10 and up, and is interested in the Quran classes, please inquire for further details.

 

To enroll your child, click the following link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3dfFdbGBuDkbypC-0ExfD0Pn-rSap...

 

For further inquiries, please contact Syed Kazim Hussain (skazimhussain@gmail.com / 952-594-1581)

 

Enroll here for Baitul Ilm Quran Academy

 
Saturday, January 14, 2023 - 2:00am

Friday, January 13th at 8:00pm

 

A BUI story time and activities initiative geared towards children 4-8 years old. Session will be held during the main program on January 13th at 8 pm. Limited spots available.

 

Registration is required. Please use the link below.

 

Click here to register for V-Time

 
Saturday, January 14, 2023 - 1:00am
Friday, January 13th at 7:00 pm
Program Schedule 
  • 7:00pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 7:45pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
Followed by dinner in the Banquet Hall.
Saturday, December 24, 2022 - 4:00pm
Saturday, December 24th at 10:00am
 
Baitul Ilm will be hosting a Ladies & Girls Majlis to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Sayyidah Fatimah Zahra(sa) on Saturday, December 24th. The Majlis will begin at 10:00 a.m. in the North Building Banquet Hall (downstairs).
 
If you would like to recite, please contact Sr. Amira Ghadeer (708) 955-4480
 
For more details, please refer to the flyer.
Friday, December 23, 2022 - 1:00am to Tuesday, December 27, 2022 - 1:00am

Thursday, Dec. 22nd to Monday, Dec. 26th at 7:00pm

Due to tonight's inclement weather, the first Fatimiyyah Majlis on Thursday, December 22nd will be online only. The rest of the majalis will be in-person and broadcast live on the Baitul Ilm YouTube channel
 
Insha Allah we pray that everyone stays safe and healthy. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
 

 A Series of 5 Majalis 

  • Thursday, December 22nd - Sayyid Sulayman Abidi (Online Only)
  • Friday, December 23rd - Shaykh Amin Rastani
  • Saturday, December 24th - Shaykh Reza Hemyari
  • Sunday, December 25th - Shaykh Mehdi Hazari
  • Monday, December 26th - Shaykh Mohammad Saadi
Majalis will be broadcast live. You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
 

Program Schedule 

  • 7:00 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 7:30 pm - Majlis
Saturday, December 17, 2022 - 3:00pm to Sunday, December 18, 2022 - 3:00pm

(Boys Ages 16+)

Saturday, Dec. 17th & Sunday, Dec. 18th

 

Asalaam Alaikum, 

 

The annual Ahl-Al Bayt Basketball Tournament is back! This time, the tournament will be 5 on 5! Participation will be open to a total of 10 teams. Guarantee your team's spot by registering as a team or free agent today.   

Deadline to register: December 2nd, 2022

Click here to register for Basketball Tournament

 
Saturday, December 17, 2022 - 12:30am
Ages: 14+
Friday, December 16th at 6:30pm
Asalaam alaikum from Mahdi Youth of Chicago! We are hosting a brothers Halaqah & game night on Friday, December 16th at Batul-ilm for brothers 14+.
 
Agenda:  
 
  • 6:30pm - Halaqah led by Shiekh Naveed
  • 7:30pm - Prayers 
  • 8:00pm - Dinner, ping pong, board games & more.  
 
If you would like to bring any food or games please feel free to do so!
(If you plan on bringing anything please get in touch with either Saad (847-257-6196) or Jaffer (650-284-9693)  
 
Please reach out to Saad Khawari (847-257-6196) or Jafer Haider (650-284-9693) to join the brothers group chat and follow us on Instagram and Facebook (@mahdiyouthofchicago) to stay updated!
 
 
 
Friday, December 16, 2022 - 1:30am

Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 8:00 pm - Du'aa Kumayl
  • 8:20 pm - Brief Lecture

Followed by:

  • Ziyarat Warith
  • Refreshments
Saturday, December 3, 2022 - 11:00pm

Saturday, December 3rd at 5:00pm

 

Baitul Ilm Youth Group invites sisters to a Friendsgiving Potluck and Game Night on Saturday, December 3rd. Bring your favorite game and some delicious food to share.

 

The program will promptly begin after evening prayer.

 

Please sign up to help us plan.

Click here to sign-up for Sisters Friendsgiving Potluck

 
Saturday, December 3, 2022 - 2:00am

Friday, December 2nd at 8:00pm

 

A BUI story time and activities initiative geared towards children 4-8 years old. Session will be held during the main program on December 2nd at 8 pm. Limited spots available. 

 

Registration is required, please use the link below.

 

Click here to register for V-Time

Tuesday, November 8, 2022 - 9:09am

Tuesday, November 8th

 

Salaamun Alaykum Dear Community Members,

 

Inshallah, there will be a lunar eclipse on the morning of Tuesday, November 8, which will be visible in the Chicago area. The "Prayer for Divine Signs" (salat al-aayaat) will be obligatory during the eclipse. The prayer can be performed anytime between the beginning of the partial eclipse until the time of moonset, which will take place before the eclipse actually ends.

 

Please note that many news sources mention the time when the "penumbral eclipse" begins. This does not count as the start of the true eclipse, and the prayer cannot be performed at that time.

 

In the Chicago area, the Salat al-Aayaat can be performed anytime between 3:09 AM and 6:40 AM. Since sunrise on Tuesday will be at 6:31 AM, the easiest thing for most people will be to wake up a little early for Fajr and and pray Salat al-Aayaat either just before or just after Fajr prayer. Salaat al-Ayaat will be performed in congregation at Baitulilm at 5:30am followed by the regularly scheduled fajr jama'at at 5:45am for those that would like to join.

 

Salaat al-Ayaat is a two cycle (rak'a) prayer, and in both cycles are five acts of bowing (ruku').  There are two ways to perform the prayer: a short version or a long version.

 

How to perform the long version of the two cycle Salaat al-Ayaat prayer

 

  1. Make the intention (Niyyah) of offering the prayer as "Salat al-Ayaat".
  2. Say the Takbir: “Allahu Akbar”.
  3. Recite Surah al-Fatiha and any other complete Surah. Afterwards, perform a ruku'.
  4. After finishing the ruku', then stand and recite Surat al-Fatiha and any other Surah and then perform another ruku'.
  5. Repeat Step 5 a total of five times.  After the fifth ruku', go down to perform two sujud (prostrations). 
  6. After finishing the two sujud, stand up again.  Complete Step 5 a total of five times (to be clear, each time should include a Surat al-Fatiha, another complete Surah, and a ruku'). Similarly to the first cycle of the prayer, perform two sujud after the fifth ruku'.
  7. Thereafter, complete the prayer with a Tashahud and Salaam.  

 

How to perform the short version of the two cycle Salaat al-Ayaat prayer

 

  1. Make the intention (Niyyah) of offering the prayer as "Salat al-Ayaat".
  2. Say the Takbir: “Allahu Akbar”.
  3. Recite Surat al-Fatiha and PART of another Surah (at least one verse). Afterwards, perform a ruku'.
  4. After finishing the ruku', then stand and recite the next part of the Surah. You WILL NOT repeat Surat al-Fatiha.
  5. For your convenience, choose a Surah that can be easily divided into five parts.
  6. Repeat step 4 until you have completed a total of FIVE ruku'. You should complete your Surah before the fifth ruku'. (We suggest picking from among the following surahs: Surah Qadr or Surah Falaq as they divide easily into five parts.)  After completing all five ruku', go down to perform two sujood. 
  7. After finishing the two sujud, stand up again.  For the second cycle of this prayer, complete Steps 3 & 4 again.
  8. Thereafter, complete the prayer with a Tashahhud and Salaam.
Saturday, November 5, 2022 - 11:30pm

Saturday, November 5th at 6:30pm

 

Join us for another fun Family Movie Night on Saturday, November 5th at Baitul Ilm. Movie will be shown in Banquet Hall (downstairs).

 

Please note: Registration is required to attend.

Program Schedule 

  • 6:00 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 6:30 pm - Movie begins

Signup below to help us plan.

Click here to signup for Family Movie Night

 
Saturday, November 5, 2022 - 11:00pm

Saturday, November 5th at 6:00pm

 

Asalaam alaikum from Mahdi Youth of Chicago! We are hosting a brothers Halaqah & game night on Saturday, November 5th at Batul-ilm for brothers 14+. The program will begin right after prayers inshallah. 

 

Agenda: 

  • 6:00pm- Maghrib & Isha prayers 
  • 6:30pm- Halaqah led by Sheikh Naveed Ganjani
  • 7:30pm- Dinner, ping pong, board games & more

 

If you would like to bring any food or games please free to do so! (If you plan on bringing anything please get in touch with either Saad (847-257-6196) or Jaffer (650-284-9693)

 

Please use this form to register your attendance!

 

Form:  https://forms.gle/rSM3RyNaHFRef9q78

 

Please reach out to Saad Khawari (847-257-6196) or Jafer Haider (650-284-9693) to join our group chat and follow us on Instagram and Facebook (@mahdiyouthofchicago) to stay updated!

Click here to RSVP for Board Gaming Night

 

 
Saturday, October 29, 2022 - 6:00pm

Saturday, October 29th at 1:00pm 

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a Ladies & Girls Milad to celebrate the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad(s) and Imam J'afar Al Sadiq(as) on Saturday, October 29th. The Milad will begin at 1:00 pm in the North Building Banquet Hall (downstairs).

If you would like to recite, please contact Sr. Amira Ghadeer (708) 955-4480

Friday, October 28, 2022 - 11:30pm

Friday, October 28th at 6:30pm We are excited to have our next expanded board gaming event at Baitulilm this Friday, October 28th 6:30-10 pm, with a break for jama'at prayer at 7:30pm. Feel free to join anytime during the program. We will have a lot of games to choose from. Not all of the games from this list ( bit.ly/3OUswk9 ) will be brought, so please make a request if you want a specific game from the link below. You are also welcome to watch a "how to play __" video on YouTube of a specific game beforehand. Please RSVP to attend. Snacks will be provided. Click here to RSVP for Board Gaming Night

Saturday, October 22, 2022 - 9:00pm

Saturday, October 22nd at 4:00pm

 

Program Schedule

  • 4:00 pm - Opening remarks
  • 4:20 pm - Recitation of the Quran
  • 4:30 pm - Flood presentation
  • 5:00 pm - Collection of funds
  • 5:15 pm - Milad Al-Nabi (s)
  • 6:15 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • Followed by dinner in the Banquet Hall
Saturday, October 8, 2022 - 2:00pm

Saturday, October 8th at 9:00am

Venue: Hilton Rosemont - 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018

 

The Mainstay Foundation, in partnership with the Islamic Education Center (IC) and Baitul-Ilm Academy is excited to introduce "Aspiration Thru Inspiration". Our annual Inspire Retreat is back and will take place Saturday, October 8th from 9 AM to 6 PM at the Hilton Rosemont in Chicago. We have an amazing line up of speakers including: Mr. Abid Abedi, Dr. Odeh Muhawesh, and Dr. Azmat Husain. This retreat will only be open to university students and young professionals, spots are limited so make sure to register ASAP (link below). 

 

For more information and registration details, visit:  www.mainstay.us/inspire

Saturday, October 8, 2022 - 12:30am

Friday, October 7th at 2022 at 7:30pm

 

Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 8:00 pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
Friday, October 7, 2022 - 12:30am

Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 8:00 pm - Du'a Kumayl
  • 8:20 pm - Brief Lecture by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Followed by:

Ziyarat Warith

Refreshments

Wednesday, October 5, 2022 - 12:30am

Tuesday, October 4th at 7:30 pm

 

Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 8:00 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
Sunday, October 2, 2022 - 1:00pm

Baitul Ilm Sunday School is collecting non-perishable donations for the Orphans of Karbala Arbaeen Food Drive. This is a Sunday School tradition that we have been doing for years. This is a great opportunity for us to teach the children about giving.  Take them to the store and have them buy the items with you. Remind them of the thirst and hunger of the Orphans of Karbala.

 

Help Us Help Others!

 

Please see the attached flyer with more details. All donations will be sent to a local interfaith food pantry. The last day to bring in donations is October 2, 2022.

Sunday, October 2, 2022 - 2:30am

Ages 14+

Saturday, October 1st at 9:30pm

Mahdi Youth of Chicago will be moderating a brothers’ Q&A with Sheikh Jafar Muhibullah after the conclusion of his lecture on Saturday night. We ask that you fill out the form below to register your attendance.

 

If you have any questions, please reach out to Saad Khawari (847-257-6196) or Jafer Haider (650-284-9693). 

 

 

Register here for Brothers' Q&A Session

 
Sunday, October 2, 2022 - 12:15am to Monday, October 3, 2022 - 12:15am

Saturday, October 1st & Sunday, October 2nd

 

Program Schedule

  • 7:15 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 7:45 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Shaykh Jafar Muhibullah
Friday, September 30, 2022 - 12:30am

Thursday, September 29th at 7:30pm

 

Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 8:00 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
Sunday, September 25, 2022 - 2:30am

Saturday, September 24th at 9:30pm

Recommended Age: 14+

 

Please join us for an interactive youth workshop for sisters with Sheikh Faiyaz Jaffer. After commemorating these past two months, let's take stock of our spirituality. The session will cater to ages 14 to young adult. Saturday, September 24th following the majlis.

 

Registration is requested. 

Register here for Sisters' Workshop

 
Saturday, September 17, 2022 - 5:44pm

Saturday, September 17th 

Day Majlis Schedule

  • 12:44 pm - Dhuhr & Asr Prayer
  • 1:15 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

 

Night Majlis Schedule

  • 7:13 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 7:45 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
Thursday, September 15, 2022 - 12:30am to Sunday, September 18, 2022 - 12:30am

From Wednesday, September 14th to Friday, September 16th

 

Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 8:00 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
Sunday, September 11, 2022 - 2:30am

Saturday, September 10th at 9:30pm

Mahdi Youth of Chicago will be moderating a Brothers’ Youth Workshop with Shaykh Mohammad Al-Saadi after the conclusion of his lecture on Saturday night centred around preparing for marriage and starting a family. We ask that you fill out the form below to register your attendance.

 

If you have any questions, please reach out to Saad Khawari (847-257-6196) or Jafer Haider (650-284-9693). 

 

 

Register here for Brother's Workshop

 
Saturday, September 10, 2022 - 12:30am

Friday, September 9th at 7:30pm

An evening of art and poetry in commemoration of the events of Karbala. We will honor the family of the Prophet (s) through varied mediums of expression: spoken word, visual art, dramatic performance, etc. 

 

If you or your child is interested in making a piece of art, presenting a piece of poetry, or anything else relating to the events of Karbala, events thereafter or an aspect of Islam, please submit the writing piece, visual presentation or a picture of the work to: outreach@baitulilm.org 

 

Our youth group will also host a refreshment table & bake sale to raise money for Who is Hussain. If you would like to participate in making, baking or donating food items to the refreshment table please fill out the google form attached. 

 

Saturday, August 27, 2022 - 3:00pm

Saturday, August 27th (10:00am to 4:00pm)

Baitulilm is hosting its 13th Annual Blood Drive on Saturday, August 27th, between 10am and 4pm. This is a great way to help those in need in our local community.

 

Registration is open now. Please use the link below to sign up.  

 

Register here for Blood Drive

 
Sunday, August 21, 2022 - 2:15pm

Academic Year 2022-2023

Registration for the Baitul Ilm Academy Sunday School is now open.

Use the links below to register online. Classes will be in-person. 

 

For questions, email baitulilm@gmail.com.

 

Friday, August 19, 2022 - 1:03am

Program Schedule

  • 8:03 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 8:30 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
Thursday, August 11, 2022 - 1:29am

Friday, July 29th to Sunday August 7th

(subject to moon sighting)

 

Program Schedule 

  • 8:29 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers (Prayers will be held at prime time)
  • 9:00 pm - Majlis
  • Urdu majalis addressed by H.I. Maulana Razi Jaffer
  • Location: Masjid
  • English majalis addressed by H.I. Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi
  • Location: Banquet Hall (downstairs)
  • Followed by Matam & Ziyarat
 
Thursday, August 11, 2022 - 1:14am

Wednesday, August 10th at 8:14pm

 

Baitul Ilm will be hosting Urdu and English Majalis to commemorate the Soyem of Imam Hussain (as) and his companions on Wednesday, August 10th 2022 at 8:14pm. Both Urdu and English Majalis will be held simultaneously. The Urdu majlis will take place in the Masjid and the English majlis will take place in the Banquet Hall (downstairs). 

 

Program Schedule

  • 8:14 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 8:45 pm - Majlis
  • Urdu Majlis will be addressed by H.I. Maulana Razi Jaffer
  • English Majlis will be addressed by H.I. Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi
 
Monday, August 8, 2022 - 1:00pm

Monday, August 8th

 

Program Schedule

 

A'maal of Ashura

  • 8:00 am - A'maal of the day of Ashura led by H.I. Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi

A'maal will be broadcast live. You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Majlis of the Day of Ashura

  • 2:00 pm - Dhuhr and Asr Prayer
  • 2:30 pm - English Majlis
  • 3:15 pm - Urdu Majlis
  • 4:15 pm - Ziyarat

 

Majlis Sham-e-Gharibaan

  • 8:17 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 8:45 pm - Salam & Marthiya
  • 9:00 pm - Majlis Sham-e-Ghariban (Urdu)
  • 9:30 pm - Salaam e-Akhir
  • 10:00 pm - Ziyarat
 
Sunday, August 7, 2022 - 3:30pm

Father & Son Youth Majlis

Sunday, August 7th at 10:30am

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a Father and Son Majlis on Sunday, August 7th 2022. Maulana Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi will address the majlis. For details, refer to the flyer.

 

If you want your son to attend or participate please register your son using the link below. 

 

For questions and concerns please contact Br. Abbas Zaidi at azaidi476@gmail.com or 972-374-8008.

 

Register here for Father & Son Majlis

 
Sunday, August 7, 2022 - 3:45am

Focus on Ages: 13 - 24

Saturday, August 6th at 10:45pm

 

Sisters are invited to a discussion with Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi after the conclusion of his lectures on Saturday, August 6th at 10:45pm.

 

We ask that you fill out the form below to register your attendance.

 

If you have any questions or topics  you would like to submit ahead of time please email outreach@baitulilm.org or text 708-406-9519 (questions will be asked anonymously) or use the registration form.

 

*the discussion will focus on youth topics and challenges that our young people currently face. With that understanding, ALL sisters are welcome to register and attend. 

Register here for Sisters' Q&A Session

 
Saturday, August 6, 2022 - 3:45am

Ages: 14 - 25

Friday, August 5th at 10:45pm

 

The Mahdi Youth Group of Chicago will be moderating a discussion with Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi after the conclusion of his lectures on Friday, August 5th at 10:45pm.

 

We ask that you fill out the form below to register your attendance.

 

If you have any questions, please reach out to Saad Khawari (847-257-6196) or Jafer Haider (650-284-9693). 

Register here for Brothers' Q&A Session

 
Sunday, July 31, 2022 - 12:00am to Saturday, August 6, 2022 - 2:00am

Saturday, July 30th to Friday, August 5th at 9:00pm

 

Special hands-on, interactive Muharram classes for 4-9 year olds during the majalis to help them understand the significance of Muharram and Imam Husayn's (as) sacrifice. Limited spots available. 

 

Registration begins on Sunday, July 24th on a first-come-first-serve basis.

 

 
Saturday, July 30, 2022 - 3:30pm to Saturday, October 1, 2022 - 3:30pm

Sat., July 30th to Sat., October 1st at 10:30am

Baitul Ilm is hosting Ladies & Girls Majalis on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. starting from Saturday, July 30th until Saturday, October 1st, 2022. 

The majalis will take place in the North Building. 

For details or to sponsor a majlis, please contact,

Sr. Maira Zaidi at (224) 829 - 7512 or Sr. Nida Abbas at (562) 650 - 8766.

Monday, July 25, 2022 - 12:00am

Sunday, July 24th at 7:00 pm

Program Details:

  • 7:00 pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • 8:34 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

Followed by dinner in the Banquet Hall

Monday, July 25, 2022 - 12:00am

Sunday, July 24th at 7:00 pm

 

A BUI story time and activities initiative geared towards children 4-8 years old. Session will be held during the main program on July 24th at 7 pm. Limited spots available. 

 

To register, fill out the form below: Click Here To Register For V-Time

Saturday, July 23, 2022 - 9:00pm

Saturday, July 23rd at 4:00pm

Please join us for a friendly game of volleyball on Saturday, July 23rd at 4pm. Bring your favorite dish, treat or snack to share. Don't forget your water and sunscreen! Registration is requested. 

 

Location: South Barrington Conservancy  - South Barrington, IL 60010

(South Barrington Park District recreation complex.  Located at 8 Bridges Lane off of Bartlett Rd about ½ mile north of Higgins Rd/Rt. 72)

 

Please contact Sakina Kanji (847-744-0629) or Heena Musabji (outreach@baitulilm.org) with any questions. 

Register here for Sisters Youth Volleyball & Potluck

 
Saturday, July 23, 2022 - 8:00pm

Saturday, July 23rd at 3:00pm

 

Please join us on Saturday, July 23rd at 3:00PM for our first men’s youth group BBQ of the year. We kindly ask that you fill out the form provided below to register.

Click Here To Register For Men's Youth Group BBQ

Location address: 

Busse Forest South - Grove 21, Elk Grove Township, IL 60007

 

If you have any questions please reach out to Saad Khawari (847-257-6196) or Shiekh Naveed Ganjani (630-398-2819).

Friday, July 22, 2022 - 6:30pm

This Friday, July 22nd, we invite our respected seniors to gather for tea and snacks after Friday prayer. We also invite your children and grandchildren to join you. We will ask a few of you to share stories from your past. The prompt this time will be: What was a challenge that you overcame?" or "What was it like migrating to the US?"

 

Sign-up here for Seniors' Teatime & Story time

 
Sunday, July 10, 2022 - 2:15pm

Sunday, July 10th

 

With the grace of Allah, Eid al-Adha in Chicago will be on Sunday July 10, 2022. This blessed day commemorates the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim (as) and his family and their total submission to the cause of monotheism. It is customary for believers to perform a sacrifice (qurbani) in emulation of this noble practice. For those who are not performing hajj, this sacrifice is highly recommended but not obligatory. 

Eid Program:

  • 9:15 am - Du'aa al-Nudba
  • 9:45 am -Takbiraat
  • 10:00 am - Eid Prayer
  • 10:20 am - Eid Khutbah
  • 11:30 am - Eid Greetings
Friday, July 8, 2022 - 12:30am

Thursday, July 7th at 7:30pm

Program Details:

  • 7:30 pm - Majlis addressed by Shaykh Mohammad al-Saadi
  • Followed by Maghrib & Isha Prayers
Sunday, July 3, 2022 - 11:00pm

All seniors and their families are invited to a picnic at historic Lords Park. Please pack your own food. We will eat together and then explore the park together. Please arrive by 6pm. Entrance to the park and parking are free. We'll meet in the Elgin Public Museum parking lot which is inside the park.

Click here to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1P7Y-n7LTlYJuMs1x6gbBvK2bUaIwmBtOsITGQUN...

Sunday, June 12, 2022 - 12:30am

Saturday, June 11th at 7:30pm

 

Program Schedule

  • 7:30pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • Followed by Maghrib & Isha Prayers
Friday, May 27, 2022 - 1:00am

Thursday, May 26th at 8:00pm

 

Program Schedule:

  • 8:00pm - Du'a Kumayl
  • 8:32pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 9:00pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Shaykh Reza Hemyari
Sunday, May 22, 2022 - 9:00pm
Sunday May 22nd, 2022 at 4 P.M.
 
All seniors and their families are invites to a picnic at Cantigny (pronounced: can-TEEN-y) Park. Please pack your own food. We will eat together and then explore the park together. Please arrive at 4pm. Entrance to the park is free, but there is a $10/car parking fee.
 
Cantigny Park
1S151 Winfield Road
Wheaton, IL 60189
 
Please sign up below to participate

 

Sunday, May 22, 2022 - 6:30pm

Sunday, May 22nd at 1:30pm

 

We are excited to have a private paintball game at Paintball Explosion on May 22nd, open to brothers 13 and older. Participants MUST arrive by 1:45 PM to ensure the game begins on time.

 

Please complete the registration form and online payment by Wednesday, May 18th: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd-b0_8mk07vjb1r6FANewLoJ7KcShT....

On-site registration will incur a $10 late fee.

 

All rental equipment is included in the cost. Food and snacks will be available on-site.

 

Questions? Contact Naveed Ganjani at navidghanjani@buiacademy.com

Register here for Brothers Paintball Game

 
Monday, May 16, 2022 - 2:24am

Sunday, May 15th

 

Salaamun Alaykum Dear Community Members,

 

Inshallah, the Chicago area will experience a full Lunar Eclipse on Sunday, May 15th 2022.

 

Salaat al-Ayaat (the Prayer of God's Signs) is obligatory for believers who experience the eclipse. 

 

Salaat al-Ayaat will be obligatory for those in the greater Chicago area. The prayer must be performed at any time during the eclipse, which will begin at approximately 9:28pm and end at 12:55am. It will be a full lunar eclipse between 10:30pm - 11:50pm.

 

Salaat al-Ayaat is a two cycle (rak'a) prayer, and in both cycles are five acts of bowing (ruku').  There are two ways to perform the prayer: a short version or a long version.

 

How to perform the long version of the two cycle Salaat al-Ayaat prayer

 

1. Make the intention (Niyyah) of offering the prayer as "Salat al-Ayaat".

 

2. Say the Takbir: “Allahu Akbar”.

 

3. Recite Surah al-Fatiha and any other complete Surah. Afterwards, perform a ruku'.

 

5. After finishing the ruku', then stand and recite Surat al-Fatiha and any other Surah and then perform another ruku'.

 

6. Repeat Step 5 a total of five times.  After the fifth ruku', go down to perform two sujud (prostrations). 

 

7. After finishing the two sujud, stand up again.  Complete Step 5 a total of five times (to be clear, each time should include a Surat al-Fatiha, another complete Surah, and a ruku'). Similarly to the first cycle of the prayer, perform two sujud after the fifth ruku'.

 

8. Thereafter, complete the prayer with a Tashahud and Salaam.  

 

 

How to perform the short version of the two cycle Salaat al-Ayaat prayer

 

1. Make the intention (Niyyah) of offering the prayer as "Salat al-Ayaat".

 

2. Say the Takbir: “Allahu Akbar”.

 

3. Recite Surat al-Fatiha and PART of another Surah (at least one verse). Afterwards, perform a ruku'.

 

4. After finishing the ruku', then stand and recite the next part of the Surah. You WILL NOT repeat Surat al-Fatiha.

For your convenience, choose a Surah that can be easily divided into five parts.

 

Repeat step 4 until you have completed a total of FIVE ruku'. You should complete your Surah before the fifth ruku'. (We suggest picking from among the following surahs: Surah Qadr or Surah Falaq as they divide easily into five parts.)  After completing all five ruku', go down to perform two sujood. 

 

5. After finishing the two sujud, stand up again.  For the second cycle of this prayer, complete Steps 3 & 4 again.

 

6. Thereafter, complete the prayer with a Tashahhud and Salaam.

 

Sunday, May 1, 2022 - 11:45pm

.ٱلَّذِينَ يُنفِقُونَ أَمْوَٰلَهُم بِٱلَّيْلِ وَٱلنَّهَارِ سِرًّا وَعَلَانِيَةً فَلَهُمْ أَجْرُهُمْ عِندَ رَبِّهِمْ وَلَا خَوْفٌ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلَا هُمْ يَحْزَنُونَ

 

"Those who spend their wealth in charity day and night, secretly and openly—their reward is with their Lord, and there will be no fear for them, nor will they grieve."

 

Al-Quran 2:274

 

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a food drive to help our local neighbors with Food For Greater Elgin during the month of Ramadan. We look forward to the community's participation to help those in need. Collection boxes will be in the front lobby.

 

 

All canned and packaged items are welcome, but the most needed items are the following: Pasta, Rice, Canned Tuna, Dish Soap, Canned Corn, Jelly, and Cereal. 

 

If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org.

 

Friday, April 29, 2022 - 11:00pm

Friday, April 29th at 6:00pm

 

There will be a Ladies Eid Bazaar tomorrow on Friday, April 29th in Baitul Ilm. The timings will be as follows:

  • 6:00pm to 8:00pm - Stalls will open
  • 8:00pm  to 9:45pm - Prayers, Iftaar & Ramadan Daily Lecture
  • 9:45pm to 11:00pm - Stalls will reopen

For more information, please contact Sr. Farwah Saeed at 630-788 8470.

Friday, April 29, 2022 - 10:30am to Monday, May 2, 2022 - 12:45am

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a three-day I'tikaf program. During i'tikaf, the worshiper devotes his or her time to worship and does not leave the masjid premises. This year's i'tikaf will start at Fajr on April 29th until sunset on May 1st.

 

If you would like to participate, please register at the link below. All participants must be 15 years of age or older.

 

If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org.

 

 

Click here to register for I'tikaf

 
Tuesday, April 26, 2022 - 12:35am

يا أَيُّهَا النّاسُ قَد جاءَتكُم مَوعِظَةٌ مِن رَبِّكُم وَشِفاءٌ لِما فِي الصُّدورِ وَهُدًى وَرَحمَةٌ لِلمُؤمِنينَ

قُل بِفَضلِ اللَّهِ وَبِرَحمَتِهِ فَبِذٰلِكَ فَليَفرَحوا هُوَ خَيرٌ مِمّا يَجمَعونَ

 

"O humankind! There has come to you an admonition from your Lord, and a cure for what is in the hearts, and a guidance and mercy for the faithful.  Say: ‘In Allah’s grace and His mercy— let them rejoice in that! It is better than what they amass.’" 

- al-Qur'an 10:57-58

 

Salaamun Alaykum Dear Brothers & Sisters,

 

The approach of Eid is a special time for Muslims, as we pray to Allah (swt) to accept our prayers and good deeds in the remaining days of the month of Ramadan.

 

We will post the final announcement about Eid day on our website at www.baitulilm.org by 10pm on Sunday, May 1st. We are providing the following information for the community’s convenience:

 

Based on the expected visibility of the crescent, we can state with a high level of probability that Eid al-Fitr will fall on Monday, May 2nd 2022.

 

The Eid program will be the following:

 

  • 9:15 am - Du'a al-Nudba
  • 9:45 am - Takbirat
  • 10:00 am - Eid Prayer
  • 10:20 am - Eid Khutbah
  • 11:30 am - Eid Greetings and Refreshments

 

Please note that the estimated amount of zakat al-fitrah is $12 per person at a minimum. Those who will be attending Eid prayers, zakat al-fitrah should be set aside or paid before the Eid prayer begins. The zakat is payable by the head of household for him or herself and all who are his or her dependents at sunset on the evening of Eid. We are collecting zakat al-fitrah in order to benefit those in need. You can make your zakat payments in advance this year by mailing your checks to Baitulilm or by donating via PayPal/CC through the donate link on Baitulilm’s website. Please provide details on Syed/Non-Syed with respect to both payment options. You can mail checks to the following address:

 

Baitulilm Academy

485 S. Bartlett Rd.

Streamwood, IL 60107

 

Monday, April 25, 2022 - 12:59am

Sunday, April 24th

 

Program Schedule

Sunday, April 24th

  • 7:59pm - Maghrib Prayer
  • Iftaar will be served after Maghrib Prayer
  • 9:45pm - Amaal (All night program)

 

The amaal will be in-person and broadcast live. 

You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

Sunday, April 24, 2022 - 3:00pm

There's an additional Animals from the Quran Quiz this year that can be taken at your own convenience.

Refer to the flyer for more details. Please contact Sr. Kauser Gulamali @ kauser_hamid@yahoo.com / 224-595-2721 with any questions.

Sunday, April 24, 2022 - 2:30am

Saturday, April 23rd at 9:30pm

 

We look forward to welcoming mothers and daughters for a night of activities, discussion, prayer and food. 

The event is open to daughters ages 7-14 and their mother's. Cost of attendance is $35 per family. Additional donations to help cover the expenses of the event are welcome.

 

Spaces are limited and registration is required. 

 

Register below to attend:

Click here to register for the Mother-Daughter Event

 

 
Thursday, April 21, 2022 - 12:25am to Saturday, April 23, 2022 - 11:30pm

Wednesday, April 20th to Saturday, April 23rd

 

Program Schedule

Wednesday, April 20th to Friday, April 22nd

  • 7:25pm - Du'a Iftitah
  • 7:54pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • Iftaar will be served after Prayers
  • 9:00pm - Majlis addressed by Shaykh Rizwan Arastu
  • A'maal will take place after the majlis on Wednesday and Friday

Saturday, April 23rd

  • 6:30pm - Majlis addressed by Shaykh Rizwan Arastu
  • 7:58pm - Maghrib Prayer
  • Iftaar will be served after Maghrib Prayer
  • Program will conclude with:
  • Du'a Iftitah
  • Isha Prayer

 

The majalis and a'maal will be broadcast live.

You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

Sunday, April 17, 2022 - 9:30pm

Sunday, April 17th at 4:30pm

 

Help us make this Eid special for newly arrived Afghan children by participating in our Eid Toy Drive and Workshop.  Involve your children in purchasing a brand new toy, and bring it to this workshop (unopened and unwrapped) to donate as Eid gifts for Afghan refugee children in Chicagoland.  Children will take part in decorating the gift and making an Eid card.  Our young helpers will receive their own little goodies as "thanks" for their generous act.

 

Please do not donate unwanted toys at home, donations should be newly purchased and unopened.

 

If you would like to volunteer for this event or provide a monetary donation please email: outreach@baitulilm.org

 

Registration below to participate:

Click here to register for Eid Toy Drive

 
Sunday, April 17, 2022 - 2:15am

Saturday, April 16th at 9:15pm

Join us for a night of Board Games for kids ages 12+ and adults. We will have a variety of games (strategy, social deduction, casual, etc.) that will challenge the mind and provide a fun experience.

 

Saturday, April 16, 2022 - 11:30pm

Saturday, April 16th

 

Program Schedule

  • 6:30pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Shaykh Mohammad al-Saadi
  • 7:52pm - Maghrib Prayer 
  • Iftaar will be served after Maghrib prayer
  • Du'a Iftitah
  • Isha Prayer

 

The jashn will be broadcast live.

You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Saturday, April 16, 2022 - 10:30pm

Saturday, April 16th at 5:30pm

 

Baitulilm will host a youth session with Shaykh Mohammad Al-Saadi on Saturday April 16 at 5:30pm before the daily program. This session will focus on challenges faced by our youth in a non-Islamic culture and how they can deal with them by strengthening their beliefs and core values.  

 

Register below to attend:

Click here to register for the Youth Session

 
Saturday, April 16, 2022 - 2:30am

Friday, April 15th at 9:30pm

 

Sisterhood & Spirituality is for sisters ages 15-20 to strengthen the bonds of sisterhood through spiritual activities, discussion and games. The program will begin after the lecture on Friday, April 15th at 9:30pm and will end at 1:00 am.

 

Register below to attend:

Click here to register for Sisterhood, Spirituality & Suhoor

 
Saturday, April 16, 2022 - 12:30am to Sunday, April 17, 2022 - 12:45am

Friday, April 15th & Saturday, April 16th

During Iftaar

 

Baitulilm youth and the students from The Unity Academy of Chicago are having a bake sale on Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16 during Iftaar to support Chi-Care. Chi-Care is a local Muslim run organization that provides meals and other services to the homeless community in Chicago. If you would like to bring a dessert item please register through the link below. Otherwise, please support our youth in this effort by indulging your sweet tooth and partaking in the many sweet treats.

 

Register below to bring a dessert:

Click here to register for the Bake Sale

 

Friday, April 15, 2022 - 11:45pm

Friday, April 15th at 6:45pm

 

Sign up for a special V-Time! program with our visiting scholar: Shaykh al-Saadi on Friday, April 15th before the main program. 

 

Geared towards children 5-10 years old. For more details refer to the flyer. 

 

To register, fill out the form below: 

Click here to register for V-Time

 
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 - 10:00pm

Wednesday, April 13th at 5:00 p.m.

 

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a Ladies & Girls Majlis to commemorate the death anniversary of Lady Khadijah(sa) on Wednesday, April 13th. The Majlis will begin at 5:00 p.m. sharp in the North Building, Ladies Back Hall (Masjid's Main Hall)

 

Please note:

 

For everyone's safety, please follow these guidelines: 

Please use Masjid's main door for entrance into the Masjid. All other side doors will remain locked during the Majlis.

Masjid's main door will also be locked after 20 minutes from the start of the program. After 5:20 p.m. there will be no admittance.  

Please make sure children sit and stay with their mothers during and after the Majlis.

For any questions or concerns, please contact Sr. Maira Zaidi (224-829-7512), Sr. Nida Abbas( 562-650-8766).

 

Thank you for your cooperation.

Tuesday, April 12, 2022 - 12:15am

Monday, April 11th

 

Program Schedule

  • 7:15pm - Du'a Iftitah
  • 7:42pm - Maghrib Prayer (Prayer will be at actual time)
  • Iftaar will be served after Maghrib prayer
  • Follwed by Isha Prayer
  • 8:45pm - Majlis addressed by Shaykh Mohammad al-Saadi

 

The lecture will be broadcast live daily in the month of Ramadan.

You can access the live-stream, on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

Sunday, April 10, 2022 - 2:15am

Saturday, April 9th at 9:15pm

 

Baitulilm will host a young adult discussion session with Shaykh Mohammad Al-Saadi on Saturday April 9 after the conclusion of the daily program. This discussion is geared towards young adults 14+ and will focus on questions of fostering, building, and maintaining relationships in an increasingly digital world and how we can incorporate our Islamic values into this evolving landscape.

 

To register, fill out the form below: 

Click here to register for the Discussion Session

 

Saturday, April 2, 2022 - 3:00pm
Come together as a community to clean and tidy up the masjid. All are welcome. Refreshments will be provided.
 
 

Click Here To Register For The Masjid Cleanup Day

Saturday, April 2, 2022 - 3:00pm
Come sign up for the Ramadan Reading Challenge that involves listening, reading and memorizing surahs of the Quran. Children as well as adults can participate in this program. Please note: Deadline to register is 3rd Ramadan. All participants will receive gifts on the Youth Recognition Night (April 29th), Insha Allah. Signed logs are due by 27th Ramadan. 

Refer to the flyer for more details. Please register below to receive the logs, Insha Allah. 

Please contact Sr. Kauser Gulamali @ kauser_hamid@yahoo.com / 224-595-2721 with any questions. 

Jazakum Allah and Ramadan Mubarak. 

Register here for Ramadan Reading Challenge Logs

 

Saturday, April 2, 2022 - 3:00pm

 

Super Sabireen is an extension of BUILD's Ramadan Reading Challenge as it aims to take the relationship with the Qur'an one step further by deriving messages from specific Qur'anic ayaat that pertain to Sabr and other related topics. It is a program designed to encourage 5-9 year olds to help gain a basic understanding of Sabr (fasting with their senses) while using the word as an acronym. Refer to the flyer for more details.

Contact: Sr. Kauser Gulamali @ build.bui@gmail.com / 224-595-2721 or Sr. Kausar Girniwala @ 847-660-4076

To enroll your child, please register below:

Click here to register 5 - 9 years old

 

Saturday, April 2, 2022 - 3:00pm
Super Sabireen: The Next Level is a step forward from the basic Super Sabireen Level. Now the 10-14 year olds are ready to move on to the bigger picture of how acquiring sabr in their life can enhance the quality of it. Refer to the flyer for more details. 

Contact: Sr. Kauser Gulamali @ build.bui@gmail.com / 224-595-2721 or Sr. Kausar Girniwala @ 847-660-4076

To enroll your child, please register below:

Click here to register 10 - 14 years old

 

Friday, April 1, 2022 - 5:00am
Dear Community Members,
 
Salaamun Alaykum,
 
There were no credible reports of the crescent moon sighting on Friday, April 1 in any location in North America. As a result, the month of Ramadan will begin on Sunday, April 3. We pray for a blessed month of worship and devotion for all of our community members and all Muslims throughout the world.
 
Baitulilm management would also like to take this opportunity to inform the community that robust security protocols are in place for the daily programs throughout the month of Ramadan. We routinely consult with local authorities to improve our security protocols and will continue to maintain a dedicated security team at every program.
 
If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions please reach out to Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org
Saturday, March 19, 2022 - 1:45am
Friday, March 18th at 8:45pm
 
On Friday, we’ll have a movie night. Session will be held during the main program on March 18th at 8:45 pm. Pre-registration required. Snacks will be provided.
 
To register for the movie night, fill out the form below: 
 
 
Wednesday, March 16, 2022 - 2:00pm

On Wednesday March 16th, we will take our Seniors' Club to The Garfield Park Conservatory. It is one of the largest and most stunning botanical conservatories in the nation. Volunteers will drive all participants by car. Cars will depart from Baitul Ilm at 9am and return to Baitul Ilm by Dhuhr time. Participants are requested to pack their own lunch to take with.

 
The Conservatory is all indoors and warm. The weather for Wednesday is in the upper 60s. There is a moderate amount of slow walking involved.
 
 
Kindly sign up to help us plan.

 

Click to sign up for Seniors' Visit to Garfield Park Conservatory

 
Saturday, March 5, 2022 - 1:30am

Join us for a fun Family Movie Night on Friday, March 4th at Baitul Ilm. Movie will begin after Maghribain prayers in Banquet Hall (downstairs). Please note that registration is required to attend.

  • Program Schedule 
    • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
    • 8:00 pm - Movie begins

Please signup to help us plan.

Click here to signup for Family Movie Night

 

Friday, March 4, 2022 - 6:00pm

Friday, March 4th after Jumu'ah Prayer

 

This Friday, March 4th, we invite our respected seniors to gather for tea and snacks after Friday prayer. We also invite their children and grandchildren to join them. We will ask a few of our seniors to share stories from their childhood.

 

Registration is required to attend the program, please follow all in-person guidelines.

 

Click to sign up for Seniors' Luncheon

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.

  • No handshaking or hugging.

  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.

  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.

  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

Saturday, February 26, 2022 - 11:55pm

Saturday, February 26th at 5:55pm
 
Program Schedule 

  • 5:55 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 6:30 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

 
Registration is not required to attend the program, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.
Saturday, February 26, 2022 - 11:55pm

Saturday, February 26th at 5:55pm

 

Program Schedule 

  • 5:55 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

  • 6:30 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Registration is not required to attend the program, but please follow all in-person guidelines.

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.

  • No handshaking or hugging.

  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.

  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.

  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

Saturday, February 19, 2022 - 4:00pm

Saturday, February 19th at 10:00am
 
Baitul Ilm will be hosting a Ladies & Girls Majlis to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Lady Zainab(sa) on Saturday, February 19th. 

  • The Majlis will begin at 10:00 a.m. sharp in the North Building Banquet Hall (downstairs).  

 
Please note: Registration is not required to attend the majlis, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines for Ladies & Girls Majalis:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times covering nose and mouth properly.
  • Please make sure children sit and stay with their mothers during and after the majlis.
  • For everyone's safety, we request you to please stay home if you're not feeling well.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social dista​ncing as much as possible.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Saturday, February 5, 2022 - 1:30am

Friday, February 4th at 7:30pm

 

Program Schedule 

  • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 8:00 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Registration is not required to attend the program, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.
Friday, February 4, 2022 - 1:30am

Thursday, February 3rd at 7:30pm

 

Program Schedule 

  • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 8:00 pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Registration is not required to attend the program, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.
Saturday, January 29, 2022 - 7:00pm

Saturday, January 29th at 1:00pm
Baitul Ilm will be hosting a Ladies & Girls Milad to celebrate the birth anniversary of Sayyidah Fatimah Zahra(sa) on Saturday, January 29th. The Milad will begin at 1:00 p.m. in the North Building Banquet Hall (downstairs).  
Registration is not required to attend the program, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines for Ladies & Girls Milad:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times covering nose and mouth properly.
  • Please make sure children sit and stay with their mothers during and after the jashn.
  • For everyone's safety, we request you to please stay home if you're not feeling well.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Saturday, January 22, 2022 - 11:11pm

Saturday, January 22nd at 5:11pm

 

Program Schedule 

  • 5:11 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 5:45 pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

 

Registration is not required to attend the program, but please follow all in-person guidelines.

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

 

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.
Saturday, October 23, 2021 - 11:14pm

Saturday, October 23rd at 6:14pm 
Program Schedule

  • 6:14 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 7:00 pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Please note: Registration is not required to attend the jashn, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

 
You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Friday, October 15, 2021 - 12:30am

Thursday, October 14th at 7:30pm 
 
Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 8:00 pm - Du'a Kumail
  • 8:30 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Please note: Registration is not required to attend the majlis, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

 
You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Sunday, October 10, 2021 - 12:30am to Monday, October 11, 2021 - 12:30am

Saturday October 9th & Sunday October 10th 
Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 8:00 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Syed Baqir Imrani

 
Please note: Registration is not required to attend, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

 
You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Saturday, October 9, 2021 - 3:30pm

Saturday, August 14th - Saturday, October 9th at 10:30am
Baitul Ilm will be hosting Ladies & Girls Majalis on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. starting from Saturday, August 14th until Saturday, October 9th, 2021. The majalis will take place in the North Building Banquet Hall (downstairs). 
 
Please note: Registration is not required to attend the majlis, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines for Ladies & Girls Majalis:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times covering nose and mouth properly.
  • Please make sure children sit and stay with their mothers during and after the majlis.
  • For everyone's safety, we request you to please stay home if you're not feeling well.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Friday, October 8, 2021 - 12:30am

Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 8:00 pm - Du'a Kumail
  • 8:30 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi

 
Please note: Registration is not required to attend, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

 
You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Tuesday, September 28, 2021 - 6:15pm

Tuesday, September 28th

 
Day of Arbaeen Majlis Schedule

  • 1:15 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Syed Rizwan Rizvi

 
You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Sunday, September 26, 2021 - 7:00pm

Sunday, Sept. 26th at 2:00 pm
Baitul Ilm will be hosting a girls youth session with Sr. Israa Safieddine on Sunday, September 26th at 2:00 pm. The session will be held in the North Building Banquet Hall (downstairs). 
Please note: Registration is not required to attend the youth session, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Girls must stay with their mothers at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

For details, contact: Sr. Maira Zaidi (224-829-7512) & Sr. Nida Abbas (562-650-8766).
Thank you for your cooperation.

Saturday, September 25, 2021 - 3:30pm

Saturday, Sept. 25th at 10:30 am
Baitul Ilm will be hosting Ladies & Girls Majlis on Saturday, Sept. 25th 2021 at 10:30 am. Majlis will be addressed by Sr. Israa Safieddine. The majlis will take place in the North Building Banquet Hall (downstairs). 
Please note: Registration is not required to attend the majlis, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Girls must stay with their mothers at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Saturday, September 25, 2021 - 1:00am to Wednesday, September 29, 2021 - 1:00am

Friday, September 24th to Tuesday, September 28th 
Program Schedule

  • 8:00 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Syed Rizwan Rizvi

 
You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Saturday, September 18, 2021 - 3:30pm to Saturday, October 9, 2021 - 3:30pm

Sat, September 18th to Sat., October 9th at 10:30 am
Baitul Ilm is hosting Ladies & Girls Majalis on Saturdays at 10:30 am starting from Saturday, September 18th until Saturday, October 9th, 2021. Majalis are addressed by Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir. The majalis take place in the North Building Banquet Hall (downstairs).
Please note: Registration is not required to attend the majlis, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Girls must stay with their mothers at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Sunday, August 29, 2021 - 12:47am to Monday, August 30, 2021 - 3:00am

Saturday, August 28th & Sunday, August 29th 

 

Program Schedule

  • 7:47 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 8:15 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Sheikh Faiyaz Jafar

Please note: Registration is not required to attend the majalis, but please follow all in-person guidelines.

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

 

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.
  • Stay home if you or someone in your household is not feeling well.

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Friday, August 27, 2021 - 5:00am

"I'M Fatimah", a Baitul Ilm initiative, will be holding a "Welcome Care Package Drive" for our Afghan brothers and sisters.

 

The donation collection begins today! Your kindness will help make their first days in a new country, comfortable, inshaAllah.

 

Donated funds will go toward the purchase of care packages for Afghan refugee families. A care package will include items for everyday use and will be distributed to the Afghan families upon their arrival to the United States.

 

You can submit your contributions to Br. Jawad Hussain and Sr. Fatima Walji.

 

Baitul Ilm appreciates your care & support. May Allah reward you all abundantly.

Sunday, August 22, 2021 - 12:59am

Saturday, August 21st
Baitul Ilm will be hosting Urdu and English Majalis to commemorate the Soyem of Imam Hussain (as) and his companions on Saturday, August 21st 2021 at 7:59pm. Both Urdu and English Majalis will be held simultaneously. The Urdu majlis will take place in the Masjid and the English majlis will take place in the Banquet Hall (downstairs). 
 
Program Schedule

  • 7:59 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 8:35 pm - Marthiya/English Poetry
  • 8:50 pm - Majlis
  • Urdu Majalis will be addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • English Majalis will be addressed by H.I. Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi

 
Please note: Registration is not required to attend the majalis, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

 
You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Thursday, August 19, 2021 - 1:00pm

Thursday, August 19th
 
Program Schedule
 
A'maal of Ashura

  • 8:00 am - A'maal of the day of Ashura led by H.I. Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi

 
Majlis of the Day of Ashura

  • 2:30 pm - Dhuhr and Asr Prayer
  • 3:00 pm - English Marthiya
  • 3:10 pm - English Majlis
  • 3:40 pm - Urdu Salaam & Marthiya
  • 3:50 pm - Urdu Majlis
  • 4:20 pm - Matam
  • 4:35 pm - Ziyarat

 
Majlis Sham-e-Gharibaan

  • 8:02 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 8:35 pm - Salam & Marthiya
  • 8:50 pm - Majlis Sham-e-Ghariban (Urdu)
  • 9:20 pm - Salam e-Akhir
  • 9:35 pm - Matam
  • 9:50 pm - Ziyarat

 
Please note: Registration is not required to attend, but please follow all in-person guidelines.
 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks are required on premises at all times.
  • No handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.
  • Children must stay with their parents at all times.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

 
You can access the majlis live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Sunday, August 15, 2021 - 4:00pm

Sunday, August 15th at 11:00am

Baitul Ilm will host a Father and Son Majlis on Sunday, August 15th 2021. Maulana Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi will address the majlis. For details, refer to the flyer.

 

Please note: If you want your son to attend or participate please register your son using the link below. Deadline for registration is Sunday, August 8th 2021.

 

For questions or concerns, please contact Br. Abbas Zaidi at azaidi476@gmail.com or 972-374-8008.

 

Click to Register for Father & Son Majlis

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 - 3:00pm to Saturday, August 21, 2021 - 12:00am

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a food drive to help our local neighbors with Food For Greater Elgin during the first ten days of Muharram. We look forward to the community's participation to help those in need. Collection boxes will be in the front lobby.
 
We will be collecting the following items: Pasta, Peanut Butter, Canned Tuna, Dish Soap, and Cereal.
 
For more information, contact outreach@baitulilm.org.

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 - 1:15am to Thursday, August 19, 2021 - 3:00am

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a series of Urdu and English Majalis from Monday, August 9th to Wednesday, August 18th, 2021. Both Urdu and English majalis will be held simultaneously at Baitul Ilm. The Urdu majalis will take place in the Masjid and the English majalis will take place in the Banquet Hall (downstairs). 
 
Program Schedule

  • 8:15 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • Prayers will be held at time listed on website each day
  • 8:45 pm - Marthiya/English Poetry
  • 9:00 pm - Majlis
  • Urdu Majalis will be addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • English Majalis will be addressed by H.I. Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi
  • Registration is not required to attend the majalis, but please follow all in-person guidelines.

 
In-Person Attendance Guidelines:

  • Masks required on premises at all times
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 
You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Monday, August 9, 2021 - 9:00pm to Sunday, August 15, 2021 - 9:00pm

August 9th to August 15th at 4pm

Location : Online

An online Muharram Workshop for kids 4-6 year olds (only) will be offered. Kindly refer to the flyer for details. **Please note that this workshop will be held prior to the official majlis time.** Registration is required. To register, please click on the link below.

Contact: Sr. Kauser Gulamali at kauser_hamid@yahoo.com / 224-595-2721 for more details.

Click to Register for Muharram Workshop

 

Thursday, July 29, 2021 - 12:30am

Wednesday, July 28th
Program Details:

  • 7:30 pm - A'maal led by H.I. Sheikh Reza Hemyari
  • 8:33 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
Tuesday, July 27, 2021 - 12:15am

Monday, July 26th
Program Details:

  • 7:15 pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • 8:35 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
Tuesday, July 20, 2021 - 12:00am

Monday, July 19th
Program Details:

  • 7:00 pm - A'maal led by H.I. Sheikh Rizwan Arastu
  • 8:38 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Monday, July 19, 2021 - 12:15am

Sunday, July 18th
Program Details:

  • 7:15 pm - Majlis addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • 8:39 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

 
You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 - 12:30am

Tuesday, June 22 at 7:30pm

 

Program Details

  • 7:30pm - Jashn addressed by H.I. Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • 8:46pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

Registration is not required to attend the program, but please follow all in-person guidelines.

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

 

  • Masks required on premises
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitul Ilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Tuesday, May 18, 2021 - 5:00am

Salaamun Alaykum Dear Community Members,  

Alhamdolillah, the Covid situation has improved significantly and health officials are updating safety guidelines as more of the population gets vaccinated. As a result, Baitulilm is restarting daily/weekly activities that we had paused when the pandemic started. As of Monday May 17 we will restart the following programs. Please consult the website and weekly emails for updated programming information.

  • Daily Fajr jamaat at 4:30am
  • Daily Magrib & Isha jamaat at peak time listed on website
  • Thursday Dua Kumail and lecture program

Additionally, we will not require registration for these programs and for Jumu'ah prayer any longer as we do not expect to exceed the capacity limits that have been set by health officials for safe gatherings. 

However, we do ask all participants to continue to wear masks when inside the building and to maintain recommended social distancing similar to current SOPs.

Thank you for your cooperation,

Baitulilm Management

Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 1:00pm

Assalam'alaykum Dear Brothers & Sisters,

Baitulilm confirms that we have received reliable reports of the crescent moon sighting. As a result, Thursday May 13 will be Eid al-Fitr. May Allah (swt) accept all of our worship and prayers and send His blessings upon all of humanity on this auspicious day.

Eid Prayer Session 1

  • 7:45am - Takbiraat
  • 8:00am - Eid Prayer
  • 8:20am - Eid Khutbah
  • 8:50am - Ziyarat
  • 9:00am - Eid Greetings and Refreshments 

Eid Prayer Session 2 

  • 10:15am - Takbiraat
  • 10:30am - Eid Prayer
  • 10:50am - Eid Khutbah
  • 11:35am - Ziyarat
  • 11:45am - Eid Greetings and Refreshments 

Please note that zakat al-fitrah should be set aside or paid before the Eid prayer begins. The zakat is payable by the head of household for him or herself and all who are his or her dependents at sunset on the evening of Eid. The estimated amount of zakat al-fitrah is $10 per person at a minimum. 

Registration is required for in-person attendance. For those not attending in person you can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Friday, May 7, 2021 - 10:00pm

Let's join together as a community and make Eid special for others. We are adopting 10 Muslim families in need who are clients of Arab American Family Services in Bridgeview, IL. All of these families are single mother households and are low-income. New clothes for Eid and sometimes even basic household necessities are truly a luxury for these families. It would be a great act of kindness to sign up to adopt one (or more) members of the families to fulfill their Eid wish list. This list includes a set of new clothes and a pair of shoes for Eid. You are always welcome to add other goodies as well. Drop off and collection will take place on Friday, May 7th from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Baitul Ilm. 
Questions? Please contact Sr. Heena Musabji, Sr. Nida Abbas or email outreach@baitulilm.org

Click to Adopt a Family

We are looking for high school aged youth to volunteer on Friday, May 7th to assist with collecting and preparing the gifts and donations for delivery. This will be done socially distanced and safely. If interested in volunteering please sign up.
 

Sign up to Volunteer

 

Thursday, May 6, 2021 - 12:45am

 

Wednesday May 5

Registration for the Lailatul Qadr program on Wednesday May 5 is now open The a'maal will be broadcast and also have limited in-person attendance. Registration is only confirmed after you have received a confirmation email. 

In order to maximize the number of participants for the a'maal, we have 2 registration links. 

1. The first registration link is to attend both the iftaar and a'maal program (100 spots)
2. The second registration link is to attend the a'maal only (100 spots)

Registration will also be limited to ages 10+ to accommodate the maximum number of adults as possible.

Lailatul Qadr Program

  • 7:45pm - Dua Iftitah
  • 8:11pm - Maghrib & Isha 
  • 8:45pm - Iftaar 
  • 9:30pm - A'maal
  • 2:30am - Conclusion (Please note that suhoor will not be provided)

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • 200 person maximum attendance (split between 100 for iftar and an additional 100 for a'maal)
  • Ages 10-65 and 65+ with vaccination
  • Masks required on premises at all times (Covering nose and mouth)
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Bring your own turbah, tasbeeh, handkerchief/kleenex, etc.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Click to Register for Iftar + A'maal 5/05/21

Click to Register for A'maal Only 5/05/21

 

Sunday, May 2, 2021 - 12:00am to Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 12:00am

May 1 to May 4
Program Details

  • 7:45pm - Dua Iftitah
  • 8:06pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 8:40pm - Iftaar
  • 9:15pm - Majlis delivered by Maulana Faezi

A'maal for the 19th and 21st will take place on Saturday May 1 and Monday May 3 after the conclusion of the majlis.

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • 120 person maximum attendance
  • Under the age of 65 or with vaccination
  • Masks required on premises at all times (Covering nose and mouth)
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Bring your own turbah, tasbeeh, handkerchief/kleenex, etc.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

Wednesday, April 28, 2021 - 12:30am

Tuesday April 27
Program

  • 7:30pm - Dua Iftitah
  • 8:02pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 8:30pm - Iftaar
  • 9:00pm - Jashn

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • 100 person maximum attendance
  • Under the age of 65 or with vaccination
  • Masks required on premises at all times (Covering nose and mouth)
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Bring your own turbah, tasbeeh, handkerchief/kleenex, etc.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Click to Register for the Jashn of Imam Hassan - 14th of Ramadan 4/27/21

 

Friday, April 23, 2021 - 3:30pm to Saturday, April 24, 2021 - 3:30pm
Baitul Ilm Shababul Mehdi Youth Club is hosting its 1st Annual Speech Competition for youth aged 4 - 14. This opportunity encourages our youth to demonstrate their speaking skills, confidence, and competence through public speaking. The competition will take place online, via Zoom, on April 23rd and April 24th. Participants will be acknowledged and awarded on April 25th based on their performance.
 
Registration is required. The Last day to register is March 26th. Further details will be provided after registration.
 
For any questions or concerns, please contact Br. Abbas Zaidi at (972) 374 -8008 or azaidi476@gmail.com.
 
To register your child, use the link below:
 
Thursday, April 15, 2021 - 12:00am to Friday, May 14, 2021 - 12:00am

Registration for the programs during the month of Ramadan are now open. The daily programs will be broadcast online and will also have limited in-person attendance. This year we will also have iftaar after Maghrib & Isha prayers and iftaar will be available to go or to eat in the banquet hall. Registration is only confirmed after you have received a confirmation email. Due to the limited amount of iftaars available we ask community members to only come if they are confirmed for that day. We will not be able to accommodate walk-ins for the iftaar. 

Daily Program

  • 7:00pm - Dua Iftitah
  • 7:20pm - Lecture by Maulana Faezi
  • Maghrib & Isha will be performed at the prime time
  • Iftaar will be served after the completion of the prayers

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • Under 65 or those that have received a Covid vaccination
  • Limited to 100 people (healthy with no underlying health conditions)
  • Masks required on premises
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Bring your own turbah, tasbeeh, handkerchief/kleenex, etc.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

For those not attending in person you can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live
 

 

Wednesday, April 14, 2021 - 5:00am

Dear Community Members,

 

Salaamun Alaykum

 

There were no credible reports of the crescent moon sighting on Monday April 12th in various locations in North America. As a result, the month of Ramadan will begin on Wednesday April 14. We pray for a blessed month of worship and devotion for all of our community members and all Muslims throughout the world.

 

Baitulilm will have daily programs in the month of Ramadan that will be broadcast live and with limited in-person attendance:

 

Program Details:

 

  • 7:00 pm - Dua Iftitah
  • 7:20 pm - Lecture by H.I. Sheikh Rizwan Arastu
  • Maghrib & Isha Prayers at Prime Time 
  • Iftaar 

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Wednesday, April 14, 2021 - 12:00am

Join us to welcome the Ramadan moon and the blessed month of Ramadan. Sheikh Rizwan Arastu will lead youth focused activities centered around welcoming in the month of Ramadan with fun activities and duas. Registration is required and we ask all participants to follow Baitulilm's standard Covid SOPs throughout the program. 

 

Recommended fee $10 per family or $5 per individual

 

Please register here to join in welcoming the moon

Wednesday, April 14, 2021 - 12:00am

Join us to welcome the Ramadan moon and the blessed month of Ramadan. Sheikh Rizwan Arastu will lead youth focused activities centered around welcoming in the month of Ramadan with fun activities and duas. Registration is required and we ask all participants to follow Baitulilm's standard Covid SOPs throughout the program. 

 

Recommended fee $10 per family or $5 per individual

 

Please register here to join in welcoming the moon

Friday, April 2, 2021 - 3:00pm

Friday April 2nd 10am - 2pm

Dear Community Members,

Baitulilm will have a Covid Vaccination drive Friday April 2nd from 10am - 2pm. We will administer 500 doses of the Pfizer vaccine Inshallah. The drive will be open to the community at large and will be on a first come first serve basis. As of Monday March 29th Illinois is expanding those eligible to receive a vaccine to Group 1C which includes approximately 85% of the adult population.  If you are eligible we highly encourage you to register.

Group 1 C includes those over the age of 16 with underlying medical conditions, BMI over 30, and workers in the following companies/instituions: Religious organizations, Energy, Finance, Food Service, Higher Education, IT, Legal, Media, Community services, Personal Care services, Public Health/Safety, Retail, Housing, Transportation/Logistics and Water treatment.

Important Note: All registrants will be eligible for the vaccine regardless of insurance status. However, if you have insurance please bring your insurance ID. Also, please bring a photo ID with you for registration purposes.

 

If you have questions please email jhussain@baitulilm.org.

To register for a vaccination, for further information on the Group 1C qualifications and to check your BMI please access the below links:

 

Click Here To Register For The Covid-19 Vaccine

Click Here To Determine Your BMI

Click Here For More Details On Group 1C

 

Monday, March 29, 2021 - 12:29am
Program Schedule 
 
  • 7:29 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 8:00 pm - A'maal for 15th Shabaan

 

In person attendance requirements:

  • Under 65 or those that have received a Covid vaccination
  • Limited to 60 people (healthy with no underlying health conditions)
  • Masks required on premises
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Bring your own prayer rug, turbah, tasbeeh, handkerchief/kleenex, etc.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

The a'mall will be broadcast live at https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live.

Register for A'maal

Friday, March 19, 2021 - 1:00am

Thursday March 18 at 8:00pm

 

Program Schedule 

  • 8:00 pm - Jashn delivered by H.I. Shaykh Reza Hemyari

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Thursday, March 18, 2021 - 1:00am

Wednesday March 17 at 8:00pm

 

Program Schedule 

  • 8:00 pm - Jashn delivered by H.I. Shaykh Azhar Sheraze

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Wednesday, March 17, 2021 - 1:00am

Tuesday March 16 at 8:00pm

Program Schedule 

All programs will require registration and capacity is limited

  • 7:16 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer
  • 8:00 pm - Jashn delivered by H.I. Sheikh Amir Mukhtar Faezi

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • 70 person maximum attendance
  • Under 65 or those that have received a Covid vaccination
  • Masks required on premises at all times (Covering nose and mouth)
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Follow seating instructions from volunteers
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

Register For In Person Attendance By Clicking Here

Tuesday, March 9, 2021 - 1:30am

Monday March 8 at 7:30pm
Program Schedule

7:30 pm - Majlis delivered by H.I. Syed Baqir Imrani from Pennsylvania

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Saturday, February 27, 2021 - 1:30am

Friday February 26 at 7:30pm

Program Schedule

All programs will require registration and capacity is limited

  • 7:30 pm - Salaam & Marthiya
  • 7:45 pm - Majlis delivered by H.I. Sheikh Amir Mukhtar Faezi

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

 

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • 60 person maximum attendance
  • Under 65 or those that have received a Covid vaccination
  • Masks required on premises at all times (Covering nose and mouth)
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Follow seating instructions from volunteers
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

Register for In Person Attendance Here

Thursday, February 25, 2021 - 1:30am

Wednesday February 24 at 7:30pm

Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Jashn delivered by H.I. Syed Rizwan Rizvi from New Jersey

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Monday, February 22, 2021 - 1:30am

Sunday February 21 at 7:30pm

Program Schedule

All programs will require registration and capacity is limited

  • 7:30 pm - Jashn delivered by H.I. Sheikh Amir Mukhtar Faezi

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

 

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • 60 person maximum attendance
  • Under 65 or those that have received a Covid vaccination
  • Masks required on premises at all times (Covering nose and mouth)
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Follow seating instructions from volunteers
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

Register for In Person Attendance Here

Sunday, February 21, 2021 - 9:30pm

Making Effective Presentations

Date: Sunday February 21 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm (Central Time)

Topic: Is Anyone Listening? Making Effective Presentations

Panelist - Hyder Kazimi (Partner at McKinsey Consulting)

Place: Webinar (Registration required)

 

Effectively communicating ideas is an integral part of success in various aspects of life. This workshop will focus on what makes a presentation effective and how we can improve our ability to communicate with different audiences.

 

Register for the webinar here

Sunday, February 7, 2021 - 1:30am

Saturday February 6th at 1pm

 

Registration is required to attend this Milad and the registrations will be accepted on first come first serve basis. The registrations will be closed as we reach the maximum capacity.

The Milad will begin at 1:00 p.m. sharp on Saturday, February 6th and will have the following restrictions to ensure safety guidelines are followed:

 

  1. Ages 15-65 and those that have received both shots of Covid vaccination.
  2. Limited to 30 ladies & girls (healthy with no underlying health conditions).
  3. If you or any of your family member is experiencing any headache/cold/flu/cough like symptoms we request, you to PLEASE STAY HOME.
  4. Masks required on premises all time, covering mouth and nose properly.
  5. Temperature checks before entrance.
  6. Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms.
  7. Please refrain from handshaking or hugging.
  8. Practice social distancing as much as possible.

 

Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

Baitul Ilm Ladies & Girls Programs Committee.

 

Please click here to register for the Ladies Jashn

Wednesday, February 3, 2021 - 1:30am

Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Jashn delivered By H.I. Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Saturday, January 16, 2021 - 7:00pm

Saturday January 16th at 1pm

 

Registration is required to attend the Majlis and the registrations will be accepted on first come first serve basis. The registration will be closed as we reach the maximum capacity.

 

The Majlis will begin at 1:00 p.m. sharp on Saturday, January 16th and will have the following restrictions to ensure safety guidelines are followed:

  • Ages 15-65 and those that have received both shots of Covid vaccination.
  • Limited to 30 ladies & girls (healthy with no underlying health conditions).
  • If you or any of your family member is experiencing any headache/cold/flu/cough like symptoms we request you to please stay home.
  • Masks required on premises all time, covering mouth and nose properly.
  • Temperature checks before entrance.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms.
  • Please refrain from handshaking or hugging.
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible.

 

Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

Please click here to register for the majalis.

 

Baitul Ilm Ladies & Girls Programs Committee .

 
Wednesday, January 13, 2021 - 1:30am to Sunday, January 17, 2021 - 1:30am

Tuesday January 12 to Saturday January 16

(29th Jamaadi al-Awwal to 3rd Jamaadi al-Thani)

 

Dear community members, Assalam Alaykum.

Registration for the Fatimiyyah majalis are now open. The links to register are below and can also be accessed at www.baitulilm.org. Please note the following for the registration process:

  • Registration is based on the order received
  • Registration will close when the maximum capacity is reached (40 attendees)
  • Only registered attendees will be allowed entrance to the majlis.

If you have questions please contact Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org or at 630-890-6264.

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • 40 person maximum attendance
  • Ages 15-65 only and those that have received a Covid vacination
  • Masks required on premises at all times (Covering nose and mouth)
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Follow seating instructions from volunteers
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

Program Schedule 

All programs will require registration and capacity is limited

  • 7:30 pm - Marthiya
  • 7:45 pm -Majlis delivered by H.I. Sheikh Amir Mukhtar Faezi

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

Please use the links below to register for in person attendance:

 
Sunday, December 20, 2020 - 1:30am

Saturday December 19 at 7:30pm

 

Program Schedule

  • 7:30 pm - Jashn in English delivered By H.I. Shaykh Mohammad Saadi from Michigan

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

 
Tuesday, November 24, 2020 - 1:30am

Monday November 23 at 7:30pm

Program Schedule 

  • 7:30 pm - Jashn in English delivered By H.I. Shaykh Faiyaz Jaffer from New York

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Tuesday, November 3, 2020 - 1:40am

Monday November 2 at 7:40pm

The jashn to celebrate the birth of Prophet Muhammad (saw) and Imam Sadiq (a) will have limited in-person attendance and registration will be required to attend in person. The jashn will also be broadcast through Baitulilm's YouTube channel..

Program Schedule 

  • 7:40 pm - Isha Prayer
  • 8:00 pm - Jashn in English delivered By H.I. Shaykh Amir Mukhtar Faezi
     

You can access the live-stream at 8pm on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

 

Registration is required for in-person attendance and will close on Sunday November 1 at 8pm. Individual registration and family registration allowed. To ensure the safety of all the participants the following guidelines are in effect:

  • Ages 15-65 only
  • Limited to 70 people (healthy with no underlying health conditions)
  • Masks required on premises
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

Click Here To Register For The Jashn

Tuesday, October 27, 2020 - 12:30am

Monday October 26 at 7:30pm

Program Schedule 

  • 7:30 pm - Jashn in English delivered By H.I. Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi from Toronto

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Sunday, October 25, 2020 - 12:30am

Saturday October 24 at 7:30pm

Program Schedule 

  • 7:30 pm - Majlis in English delivered By H.I. Mehdi Muslim Chawla from New York

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Saturday, October 17, 2020 - 9:00pm

Saturday, October 17th, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.

Event Location: Online on Zoom.

Please Note: Meeting link will be sent through email a day before the program.

 

Program Guidelines:

  • Separate registration is required for each attendee.  
  • Age limit: 16 - 25 years.
  • Make sure no men are listening or watching the program.
  • Use earphones/headphones or be in a place with women only.
  • Recording or picture taking is strictly NOT allowed.

 

For participation or  more information, contact Sr. Nida Abbas at (562) 650-8766. For more details about the program, please refer to the flyer.

 

Click here to register for the Ladies/Youth Webinar

Saturday, October 17, 2020 - 12:30am to Monday, October 19, 2020 - 12:30am

Friday October 16 to Sunday October 18 at 7:30pm

Program Schedule 

  • 7:30 pm - Majlis in English delivered By H.I. Syed Aftab Haider from South Africa

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Sunday, October 11, 2020 - 12:30am to Monday, October 12, 2020 - 12:30am

Saturday October 10th and Sunday October 11th at 7:30pm

Program Schedule 

  • 7:30 pm - Majlis in English delivered By H.I. Syed Shaan Rizvi from Texas

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Friday, October 9, 2020 - 7:00pm

Baitulilm is hosting its 11th annual blood drive on Friday October 9 from 2pm to 6pm. This is a great way to help those in need in our local community.

 

Please use the below link to register for a time slot and reference the additional link for more information on donor eligibility.
 
For more information please contact Jaffer Syed at jaffersyed@comcast.net
 
 
Thursday, October 8, 2020 - 3:30pm

Thursday, October 8th, 2020 at 10:30 a.m.

Event Location: Baitul Ilm North Building (Banquet Hall) 

 

Program Guidelines:

Separate registration is required for all individuals who are planning to attend majlis. After registration form has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email that will confirm your spot in the program. Program will begin at 10:30 a.m. sharp and will have the following restrictions to ensure safety guidelines are followed:

  • Ages 15 - 65 only

  • Limited to 50 healthy ladies and girls with no underlying health conditions

  • Masks required on premises

  • Temperature checks before entrance

  • Bring your own handkerchief/Kleenex, water bottle, etc.

  • Perform Wudhu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms

  • No handshaking or hugging

  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

Sunday, October 4, 2020 - 12:40am to Friday, October 9, 2020 - 12:40am

Saturday October 3 to Thursday October 8

Program Schedule 

  • All programs will require registration and capacity is limited
  • 7:40 pm - Isha Prayer
  • 8:00 pm - Marthiya
  • 8:15 pm -Majlis delivered by H.I. Sheikh Amir Mukhtar Faezi
  • 9:10 pm - Matam
  • 9:20 pm - Ziyarat

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Sunday, October 4, 2020 - 12:30am to Friday, October 9, 2020 - 12:30am

Registration for the 6 Arbaaen majalis are now open. The links to register are below . Please note the following for the registration process:

  • Registration is based on the order received
  • Registration will close when the maximum capacity is reached (70 attendees)
  • Attendance limit of 3 majalis per person 
  • Confirmation email will be sent by Thursday October 1 from jhussain@baitulilm.org
  • Only registered attendees will be allowed entrance to the majlis. If you have questions please contact Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org or at 630-890-6264.

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • 70 person maximum attendance
  • Ages 15-65 only
  • Masks required on premises at all times (Covering nose and mouth)
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Bring your own prayer rug, turbah, tasbeeh, handkerchief/kleenex, etc.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms
  • Follow seating instructions from volunteers
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

Click to Register for 15th Safar 10/3/20

Click to Register for 16th Safar 10/4/20

Click to Register for 17th Safar 10/5/20

Click to Register for 18th Safar 10/6/20

Click to Register for 19th Safar 10/7/20

Click to Register for 20th Safar 10/8/20

 
Saturday, October 3, 2020 - 8:00pm to Saturday, October 10, 2020 - 8:00pm

Saturday October 3 and Saturday October 10 at 3pm

 

InshaAllah, Baitul Ilm will be hosting online youth girls Majalis over Zoom, on the following dates:

 

Baitul Ilm Youth Girls Majlis (Girls 4 to 8 years) on Saturday, Oct. 3rd at 3:00 p.m.

Baitul Ilm Youth Girls Majlis (Girls 9 years & above) on Saturday, Oct. 10th at 3:00 p.m.

 

Kindly note that these will be girls & ladies only events. Please register your daughters to attend and participate. Last day to register is, Monday, September 21st.

 

Please contact, Sr. Maira Zaidi @ (224-829-7512) for details, to sign up and for any questions.

 

Saturday, October 3, 2020 - 4:00pm to Saturday, October 24, 2020 - 5:30pm

Ladies majalis will begin on Saturday August 22 and continue every saturday until October 24, except August 29 due to Ashura. The majlis that weekend will be Sunday August 30. The majalis will start at 11am and be held in the banquet hall of the north building.

 

For more information contact:

  • Sr. Nida Abbas (562-650-8766) 
  • Sr. Maira Zaidi (224-829-7512) 

 

Register Here for the Ladies Majalis

Friday, October 2, 2020 - 3:00pm to Sunday, October 4, 2020 - 1:00am
Thank you for making Challenges 1, 2, 3 and 4 successful efforts to help those in need. We invite you to continue your participation with Challenge #5 as we fight racial inequities in partnership with Who is Hussain Chicago to address Food Insecurity. 
 
We will be collecting urgently needed items for Casa Catalina. They are requesting:
 
  • Canned Vegetables/Fruit/Soup
  • Rice
  • Beans
  • Oatmeal and Cereal
  • Hygiene Items
  • Diapers Size 5-6
Please drop off collections on Friday October 2nd or Saturday October 3rd at the Baitul Ilm South Building between 10 am and 8 pm.
 
See the flyer to make monetary donations that our volunteers will use to purchase the needed items. If your family would like to be a collection site please contact outreach@baitulilm.org. We encourage families to become social justice ambassadors by hosting porch drives and volunteering. Here is a sample letter to put in your neighbor’s mailbox.
 
 
Tuesday, September 1, 2020 - 2:00pm

Thank you for making Challenges 1, 2, and 3 successful efforts to help those in need. We invite you to continue your participation with Challenge #4 as we fight racial inequities in partnership with Who is Hussain Chicago to address Food Insecurity.

 

For Challenge #4 monetary donations are being requested for St. Rita's Church food pantry in Chicago. They will be purchasing the groceries themselves through grocer La Galera who will double the impact of each dollar contributed, providing fresh produce and food to more families (500). For this reason, monetary donations for this week's challenge would be more beneficial and efficient for their effort.

 

Donate through the following:

Who is Hussain Chicago has volunteered with this organization and has witnessed the impact on families in need. Thank you to the Baitul Ilm community to take on the challenge and join this effort to do good for others. Volunteer positions for the food distribution are available for Tuesday, September 1st. Please sign up in advance through the below link.

Sunday, August 30, 2020 - 7:00pm

Baitul Ilm will be hosting an Online Father and Son Majlis on 11th Muharram - Sunday, August 30th 2020. Maulana Sayyid Sulayman Hasan Abidi will address the majlis. Shababul Mehdi is doing a Compilation of Poetry, Prose and Art by our youth on messages from Karbala. For details, refer to the flyers.

If you want your son to participate please register your son. Deadline for registration is Tuesday, August 25th 2020.

For questions or concerns, please contact Br.Abbas Zaidi at azaidi476@gmail.com or 972-374-8008.

 

To register your son, please use the link below

Registration Form

Saturday, August 29, 2020 - 1:00pm

Saturday August 29th, 2020

Program

All Programs will require registration and capacity is limited

 

A'maal of Ashura

  • 8:00 am - A'maal of the day of Ashura

 

Majlis of the Day of Ashura

  • 2:00 pm - Zuhr and Asr Prayer
  • 2:30 pm - English Poetry
  • 2:40 pm - Majlis of the Shahada (English)
  • 3:10 pm - Salaam and Marthiya
  • 3:25 pm - Majlis of the Shahada (Urdu)
  • 3:55 pm - Matam
  • 4:10 pm - Ziyarat

 

Majlis Sham-e-Gharibaan

  • 7:44 pm - Maghrib & 'Isha Prayers
  • 8:15 pm - Salam & Marthiya
  • 8:30 pm - Majlis Sham-e-Ghariban (Urdu)
  • 9:00 pm - Salam e-Akhir
  • 9:15 pm - Matam
  • 9:30 pm - Ziyarat
 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Friday, August 28, 2020 - 1:00am to Tuesday, September 1, 2020 - 1:00am

Muharram 8-12, August 27-31

Dear community members, Assalam Alaykum.

Registration for the remaining 5 Muharram majalis are now open. The links to register are below.

Please note the following for the registration process:

  • Registration is based on the order received
  • Registration will close when the maximum capacity is reached (70 attendees)
  • Attendance limit of 2 majalis per person (only 1 of those 2 majalis can be on Ashura, Saturday August 29)
  • Confirmation email will be sent by Tuesday August 25 from jhussain@baitulilm.org

Only registered attendees will be allowed entrance to the majlis. If you have questions please contact Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org or at 630-890-6264.

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • 70 person maximum attendance
  • Ages 15-65 only
  • Masks required on premises at all times (Covering nose and mouth)
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Bring your own prayer rug, turbah, tasbeeh, handkerchief/kleenex, etc.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms
  • Follow seating instructions from volunteers
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

Majalis Registration Links

 

Click to Register for 8th Muharram 8/27/20

Click to Register for 9th Muharram 8/28/20

Click to Register for Ashura Day Majlis 8/29/20

Click to Register for Ashura Night Majlis 8/29/20

Click to Register for 12th Muharram 8/31/20

 
Friday, August 21, 2020 - 1:00am to Saturday, August 29, 2020 - 1:00am

Thursday August 20th to Friday August 28th 2020

Program Schedule 

All programs will require registration and capacity is limited

  • 8:00 pm - Maghrib & Isha (will be held at time listed on website each day)
  • 8:20 pm - Quran Recitation/English Poetry
  • 8:30 pm - English majlis delivered By H.I. Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi 
  • 9:10 pm - Marthiya
  • 9:20 pm - Urdu majlis delivered by H.I. Syed Tilmiz Rizvi from New Jersey
  • 9:50 pm - Matam
  • 10:00 pm - Ziyarat
     

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Thursday, August 20, 2020 - 11:00pm to Wednesday, August 26, 2020 - 11:00pm

August 20 to August 26 at 6pm

An online Muharram Workshop for kids 4-6 year old (only) will be offered. Kindly refer to the flyer for details. **Please note that this workshop will be held prior to the official majlis time.** Registration is required. To register, please click on the link below. Contact: Sr. Kauser Gulamali @ kauser_hamid@yahoo.com / 224-595-2721 for more details.

Register for the Muharram Workshop Here

 

Sunday, August 16, 2020 - 4:00pm

Maulana Faezi will begin a series of 10 lectures on the Major Themes in the Quran beginning Sunday June 14th and ending Sunday August 16. Join Maulana Faezi as he explores this topic in depth towards a better understanding of the message of the Quran.

Program

  • 11:00am - Lecture will be delivered by Maulana Faezi
 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

Friday, August 14, 2020 - 5:00am

وَفَدَيْنَاهُ بِذِبْحٍ عَظِيمٍ

‘And we ransomed him with a great sacrifice'

- Qur'an 37:107

 

Dear community members, Assalam Alaykum.

With the grace of Allah, we will be commemorating the great sacrifice of Imam Hussain (a), his family (a), and his companions (a) once again this upcoming Muharram. By honoring the memory of Imam Hussain (a), we remember the great ideals of justice and truth that he sacrificed for and renew our commitment to the values of Islam. Inshallah we are able to obtain the maximum benefit throughout these months of Muharram and Safar. The series of majalis will begin on Thursday August 20, 2020.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Muharram majalis will have limited in-person capacity and rules with respect to those that can attend. All of the majalis will be broadcast live through Baitulilm's YouTube channel for those that cannot attend in-person. In order to allow all eligible community members to attend we will limit the number of times an individual can attend a majlis to 4 times (2 times in the first 7 majalis and 2 times in the last 6 majalis). Additionally, an individual will only be allowed to attend 1 of the 2 majalis on the day of Ashura. Registration will open first for the first 7 majalis from August 20 to August 26 on Saturday August 15 at 3pm. A separate email with links to register will be sent at that date/time. We will open up registration for the last 6 majalis, including Ashura, on Sunday August 23 at 3pm. Spots will be reserved on a first come basis and everyone that registers will be notified for what day(s) they are registered by August 18 Inshallah. You will receive an email from jhussain@baitulilm.org. If you have not received a confirmation email or an email letting you know that you are on a wait-list please check your spam or send an email to follow-up. Only registered attendees will be allowed entrance to the majlis.

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • 70 person maximum attendance
  • Ages 15-65 only
  • Masks required on premises at all times (Covering nose and mouth)
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Bring your own prayer rug, turbah, tasbeeh, handkerchief/kleenex, etc.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms
  • Follow seating instructions from volunteers
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

Baitul Ilm Academy

Friday, August 14, 2020 - 5:00am

Majalis 1-7 August 20-26

 

Dear community members, Assalam Alaykum.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Muharram majalis will have limited in-person capacity and rules with respect to those that can attend. All of the majalis will be broadcast live through Baitulilm's YouTube channel for those that cannot attend in-person. In order to allow all eligible community members to attend we will limit the number of times an individual can attend a majlis to 4 times (2 times in the first 7 majalis and 2 times in the last 6 majalis). Additionally, an individual will only be allowed to attend 1 of the 2 majalis on the day of Ashura. Registration for the first 7 majalis from August 20 to August 26 is now open. You can register through the links below. You can register individually or for multiple people.

We will open up registration for the last 6 majalis, including Ashura, on Sunday August 23 at 3pm. Spots will be reserved on a first come basis and everyone that registers will be notified for what day(s) they are registered by August 18 Inshallah. You will receive an email from jhussain@baitulilm.org. If you have not received a confirmation email or an email letting you know that you are on a wait-list by August 19 please check your spam or send an email to follow-up. Only registered attendees will be allowed entrance to the majlis

 

In-Person Attendance Guidelines

  • 70 person maximum attendance
  • Ages 15-65 only
  • Masks required on premises at all times (Covering nose and mouth)
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Bring your own prayer rug, turbah, tasbeeh, handkerchief/kleenex, etc.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms
  • Follow seating instructions from volunteers
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible
     

Baitul Ilm Academy

 

Click to Register for Night of 1st Muharram 8/20/20

Click to Register for 1st Muharram 8/21/20

Click to Register for 2nd Muharram 8/22/20

Click to Register for 3rd Muharram 8/23/20

Click to Register for 4th Muharram 8/24/20

Click to Register for 5th Muharram 8/25/20

Click to Register for 6th Muharram 8/26/20

 
Saturday, August 8, 2020 - 11:00pm

Saturday August 8 at 6pm

The jashn to celebrate Eid Al-Ghadir and Mubahila will have limited in-person attendance and registration will be required to attend in person. The jashn will also be broadcast through Baitulilm's YouTube channel as well. Registration details are below.

Program Details

6:00 pm - Jashn will be deliverd by Maulana Faezi

Registration is required for in-person attendance for Eid Al-Ghadir and registration will close on Thursday August 6 at 8pm. Individual registration and family registration allowed. To ensure the safety of all the participants the following guidelines are in effect:

  • Ages 15-60 only
  • Limited to 50 people (healthy with no underlying health conditions)
  • Masks required on premises
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible
     

You can access the live-stream of the Jashn on Baitulilm's Youtube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

Register to attend the Jashn in person here

 

 

Thursday, August 6, 2020 - 12:00am

Wednesday August 5 at 7pm

Program Details:

7:00pm - Jashn will be delivered by Maulana Faezi

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's Youtube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

 

Friday, July 31, 2020 - 1:20pm

Friday, July 31st, 2020

With the grace of Allah, Eid al-Adha in Chicago will be on Friday July 31, 2020. This blessed day commemorates the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim (a) and his family and their total submission to the cause of monotheism. It is customary for believers to perform a sacrifice (qurbani) in emulation of this noble practice. For those who are not performing hajj, this sacrifice is highly recommended but not obligatory. This year due to the Coronavirus the Eid prayer will be limited to 50 people at Baitulilm and registration to attend will be required. The program will be broadcast and those that cannot attend in person can watch online.

 

Program Details

  • 8:20 am - Dua e Nudba
  • 8:50 am - Takbiraat
  • 9:00 am - Eid Prayers
  • 9:20am - Eid Khutba

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

Registration is required for Eid Al-Adha and registration will close on Wednesday July 29 at 8pm. To ensure the safety of all the participants the following guidelines are in effect:

  • Ages 15-60 only
  • Limited to 50 people (25 men and 25 women healthy with no underlying health conditions)
  • Masks required on premises
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Bring your own prayer rug, turbah, tasbeeh, handkerchief/kleenex, etc.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

Thursday, July 30, 2020 - 11:00pm

Thursday July 30 at 6pm

Program Details:

6:00pm - A'maal of Arafat conducted by Shaykh Reza Hemyari

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

Saturday, July 18, 2020 - 7:00pm

Date: Saturday July 18 2:00pm - 3:00pm (Central Time)

Topic: The Rewards and Challenges of Community Activism

Speaker - Wali Rizvi (President of Who is Hussain Chicago)

Place: Webinar (Registration required)

 

As a community we know the importance of being active in society to try an make a positive difference, but don't always know how to get started to make a contribution. In our next Being My Best workshop we will discuss how to start, build, grow and participate in a community activist organization with Wali Rizvi the current President of the Who is Hussain Chicago chapter. Who is Hussain Chicago is a local activist organization that has grown to play an integral part in serving the broader Chicago community through community service and activism while building alliances with other service based organizations in the Chicago area.

 

Click here to register for this webinar

Tuesday, July 7, 2020 - 11:30pm
Date: Tuesdays at 6:30pm - 7:30pm (Starting July 7)
Duration: 8 weeks
Ages: 12-17 years old
Instructor: Jawad Hussain
Registration required 
Do you have an interest in investing?
Do you want to learn about the stock market?
If so, register for Baitulilm's first youth investment class. Due to limited spaces registration will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. Classes will be held online through Zoom.
 
 

 

Saturday, July 4, 2020 - 9:10pm
Date: Saturday July 4th at 4:10 PM for ages 14-18
 
Open to the community
Registration required 
 
 

 

Saturday, July 4, 2020 - 8:00pm
Date: Saturday July 4th at 3 PM for ages 11-13
 
Open to the community
Registration required 
 
 

 

Saturday, July 4, 2020 - 12:30am

Friday July 3 at 7:30pm

Program Details:

  • 7:30pm - Jashn will be delivered by Hujjatal Islam Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi from Canada

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

Tuesday, June 30, 2020 - 7:00pm
Open to the community for Children 10 and under.
 
Please join us every Tuesday
 
Please click the link below to sign up. The registration deadline is Tuesday June 23rd at 10 AM.
 

 

Saturday, June 27, 2020 - 8:00pm
Date: Friday June 27th at 3 PM for ages 14-18
 
Open to the community
Registration required 
 
 

 

Friday, June 26, 2020 - 10:00pm
Date: Friday June 26th at 5 PM for ages 11-13
 
Open to the community
Registration required 
 
 

 

Friday, June 26, 2020 - 5:00am

Salaamun Alaykum Dear Community Members,

In an effort to safeguard the wellbeing of the community, Baitulilm suspended all in-person activities on March 13, 2020. We pray to Allah (swt) that these measures have had positive outcomes for the health and safety of our congregation during the Covid-19 pandemic. We continue to monitor the situation and look to the guidance of government and healthcare officials to assess how and when we can begin to resume in-person activities at Baitulilm in a safe environment. The state of Illinois recently transitioned to stage 3 of the governor's 5 stage reopening plan, which allows for modest in-person religious services with certain precautions. As a result of the modest improvement in the healthcare situation, we are planning to resume Friday prayers starting July 3. Friday prayers are one of the most important acts of communal worship in Islam and a primary function of a masjid. The Baitulilm community is fortunate to worship in a consecrated masjid, which is a source of divine blessings and greater rewards. Friday prayers are also an important weekly reminder on piety, Islamic values, and community affairs and serves as a pillar of our spiritual development as a community.  In order to minimize the risks to the participants health and well-being we will be implementing the following restrictions and guidelines.

 

  • Ages 20-60 only
  • Limited to 20 men and 20 women (healthy with no underlying health conditions)
  • Masks required on premises
  • Temperature checks before entrance
  • Bring your own prayer rug, turbah, tasbeeh, handkerchief/kleenex, etc.
  • Perform Wudu at home to limit use of common areas/restrooms
  • No handshaking or hugging
  • Practice social distancing as much as possible

 

In order to maintain the limited number of participants for the Friday prayer you will need to sign up in advance (Registration link below). We will contact those that sign up on a first come first serve basis and will rotate so that everyone on the list gets a turn. You will be contacted by a member of Baitulilm's board by the Wednesday preceding the Friday prayer when your turn comes. We expect confirmation by Thursday that you will participate and can meet the above guidelines. If your circumstances change and you cannot attend or are not well please let us know so that we can notify the next person on the list. The first in-person Friday prayer will be on July 3 at 1 pm. The sermon for the Friday prayer will be broadcast live at https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live.

Inshallah as the situation improves and larger gatherings are permitted under the state guidelines, we will look to expand the in-person activities such as daily prayers, dua kumail, jashns, majalis, etc. In order to ensure a safe and healthy environment we will continue to develop standard operating procedures that will be implemented by Baitulilm's management. As these are fully developed and implemented we will share them with the community and we would ask that all participants take these guidelines seriously and work with the management/volunteers to ensure that we maintain the health of the community while gaining the spiritual benefit of communal worship and devotion.

Wasalaam,

Maulana Faezi & Baitulilm Management

 

Click to Register for Jummah

Click for Video Announcement on the Reopening of Baitulilm

 
Saturday, June 20, 2020 - 7:00pm

Date: Saturday June 20 2:00pm - 3:00pm (Central Time)

Topic: A Conversation on Racism: Looking Inward To Effectuate Change

Speaker - Amin Aaser and Sana Aaser

Place: Webinar (Link Below)

The murder of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and other Black Americans at the hands of police has shined a light on the corrosive effects of racism in our society. While recognizing and confronting racism at a societal level is of great importance, it is also important to recognize and confront racism and prejudice in ourselves and within our Muslim communities. In this session of the "Being My Best" series we will be joined by Amin Aaser and Sana Aaser from Noor Kids who will share with us findings from their research on racism in the Muslim community and steps we can take to identify and eliminate it.

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's Youtube channel at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

Thursday, June 18, 2020 - 12:30am

The majlis will be delivered by Hujjatul Islam Seyed Muhammad Naqvi from the U.K.

Program

  • 7:30pm - Majlis
 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/live

 

Thursday, June 11, 2020 - 9:00pm
Date: Friday July 11th at 4 PM for ages 11-13
 
Open to the community
Registration required 
 
 

 

Thursday, June 11, 2020 - 8:00pm
Date: Friday July 11th at 3 PM for ages 11-13
 
Open to the community
Registration required 
 
 

 

Sunday, May 24, 2020 - 3:00pm

How to Perfrom Eid Prayer

  • Eid prayer is a 2 rakaat prayer. The intention is "2 rakaat prayer for Eid, for the pleasure of Allah".
  • In the 1st rakaat after Surah Fatiha recite any surah though Surah A'la (Chapter 87) is preferred.
  • After the recitation of surahs, it is recommended to recite 6 takbirs with 5 qunoots in between the takbirs. Any dua/zikr can be recited in the qunoot, but the recommended qunoot is below. Then proceed to rukoo', and finish the rakaat in the normal manner.
  • In the 2nd rakaat after Surah Fatiha recite any surah though Surah Shams (Chapter 91) is preferred.
  • After the recitation of surahs, it is recommended to recite 5 takbirs with 4 qunoots in between the takbirs. Any dua/zikr can be recited in the qunoot, but the recommended qunoot is below. Then proceed to finish the prayer in the normal manner.

 

Qunoot for Eid Prayer

 

اَللّٰهُمَّ أَهْلَ الْکِبْرِیَاءِ وَ الْعَظَمَةِ، وَ أَهْلَ اْلجُودِ وَ الْجَبَروتِ، وَ أَهْلَ الْعَفْوِ وَ الرَّحْمَةِ، وَ أَهْلَ التَّـقْوَىٰ وَ الْمَغْفِرَةِ، أَسْأَلُكَ بِحَقِّ هٰذَا الْیَـوْمِ، اَلَّذِي جَعَلْتَهُ لِلْمُسْلِمِینَ عِیْدًا، وَ لِمُحَمَّدٍ صَلَّی اللهُ عَلَیْهِ وَ آلِهِ وَ سَلَّمَ ذُخْــرًا وَّ شَرَفاً وَّ کَرَامَةً وَّ مَزِیدًا، أَنْ تُصَلِّیَ عَلىٰ مُحَمَّدٍ وَّ آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ، وَ أَنْ تُدْخِلَنِي فِي کُل خـَـیْرٍ أَدْخـَـلْتَ فِیْهِ مُحَـــمَّدًا وَّ آلَ مُحَــمَّدٍ، وَ أَنْ تُخْرِجَنِي مِنْ کُل سُـوءٍ أَخْرَجْــتَ مِنْهُ مُحَمَّدًا وَّ آلَ مُحَمَّدٍ صَلَواتُكَ عَلَیْهِ وَ عَلَیْهِمْ، اَللّٰهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَیْـرَ مَا سَأَلَكَ بِهِ عِبَادُكَ الصَّالِحُونَ، وَ أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِمَّا اسْتَعَاذَ مِنْهُ

عِبَادُكَ الْمُخْلَصُونَ

allāhumma ahlal kibriyāʾi wal aẓamah, wa ahlal jūdi wal jabarūt, wa ahlal ʿafwi war raḥmah, wa ahlat taqwā wal maghfirah, asʾaluka biḥaqqi hādhal yawm, alladhī jaʿaltahu lilmuslimīna ʿīdā, wa limuḥammadin ṣallallāhu ʿalayhi wa sallama dhukhraw wa sharafaw wa karāmataw wa mazīdā, an tuṣalliya ʿalā muḥammadiw wa āli muḥammad, wa an tudkhilanī fī kulli khayrin adkhalta fīhi muḥammadan wa āla muḥammad, wa an tukhrijanī min kulli sūʾin akhrajta minhu muḥammadaw wa āla muḥammad, ṣalawātuka ʿalayhi wa ʿalayhim, allāhumma innī asʾaluka khayra mā saʾalaka bihi ʿibādukaṣ ṣāliḥūn, wa aʿūdhu bika mimmas taʿādha minhu ʿibādukal mukhlaṣūn

Click to watch how to perform the Eid Prayer

Wednesday, May 20, 2020 - 12:15am to Sunday, May 24, 2020 - 12:15am

Over the course of the month of Ramadan, Maulana Faezi will explore 30 core teachings of Islam in his daily lectures. Inshallah through this series of lectures we will be able to strengthen our understanding of Islam and better apply its teachings in our daily lives.

 

7:15 pm - Du'a al-Iftitah

7:35 pm - Lecture by Maulana Faezi

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at: 

 

BaitulIlm Youtube

Sunday, May 17, 2020 - 3:00am

Saturday May 16 at 10 pm

The amaal will begin at 10pm and continue throughout the night. Maulana Faezi will lead the amaal.

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at: 

 

BaitulIlm Youtube

Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 2:00am to Saturday, May 16, 2020 - 2:00am

Program Schedule

9:05 pm - Du'a al-Iftitah
9:30 pm - Majlis for Imam Ali (a)
10:45 pm - Amaal of Lailatul Qadr (Tuesday May 12 and Thursday May 14)

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at: 

 

BaitulIlm Youtube

Saturday, May 9, 2020 - 2:05am

Friday May 8, 2020

 

Program Schedule

9:05 pm - Du'a al-Iftitah

9:30 pm - Jashn for Imam Hassan (as)

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at: 

 

BaitulIlm Youtube

Monday, May 4, 2020 - 2:05am

Sunday May 3, 2020

 

Program Schedule

9:05 pm - Du'a al-Iftitah

9:30 pm - Majlis for Lady Khadija (sa)

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at: 

 

BaitulIlm Youtube

Saturday, April 25, 2020 - 2:00am

Every Friday Night at 9pm

 

Every Friday night continuing on April 24 Maulana Faezi will share insights from the Quran and Ahlulbayt conerning our role and responsibilities in the current time.

9:00pm - Lecture will be addressed by Maulana Faezi

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at: 

BaitulIlm Youtube

Thursday, April 23, 2020 - 5:00am

Dear Community Members,
Assalam alaykum

There were no credible reports of the crescent moon sighting on Thursday April 23rd in various locations in North America. As a result, the month of Ramadan will begin on Saturday April 25. We pray for a blessed month of worship and devotion for all of our community members and all Muslims throughout the world.

Sunday, April 19, 2020 - 7:00pm

Date: Sunday April 19 2:00pm - 3:00pm (Central Time)
Topic: Anger Management While Sheltering In Place
Speaker - Dr. Asif and Dr. Yasmeen Khan (PSY. D. Clinical Psychologists)
Place: https://www.youtube.com/user/baitulilmacademy/videos

 

Registration for the interactive webinar is closed. The non-interactive live-stream of the webinar can still be viewed on Baitulilm's YouTube channel (Link Above).

 

Anger is an important emotion that can help us navigate our chaotic world in a righteous way. However, if we are not able to manage our anger effectively it can result in many negative outcomes for ourselves, our families and our community. We are pleased to be joined by Dr. Asif and Yasmeen Khan who will share tips for the whole family on how to manage anger in a constructive way and how to diffuse situations so that our anger can be used positively.

Thursday, April 9, 2020 - 3:00am

Wednesday April 8 at 10pm

 

Baitulilm will hold an online session to conduct the aamal for the 15th of Shabaan. It will begin at 10:00 pm after Sheikh Arastu's lecture concludes and will be led by Maulana Faezi.

 

10:00 pm - Aamal for the 15th of Shabaan

 

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at the following link

 
Wednesday, April 8, 2020 - 2:00am to Sunday, April 12, 2020 - 2:00am

Tuesday April 7 to Saturday April 11 at 9pm

 

Baitulilm will hold a series of 5 online lectures to celebrate the Birth of Imam Mahdi (a). The lectures will be addressed by Sheikh Rizwan Arastu and will be on the topic of Mahdawiyyah in Islam. Sheikh Arastu will address questions on his lecture and the topic of Mahdawiyyah in the last 3 lectures.

Please submit questions relevant to the topic to info@baitulilm.org.

9:00 pm - Lectures will be addressed by Sheikh Rizwan Arastu

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at the following link

 
Saturday, April 4, 2020 - 2:00am

Every Friday Night at 9pm

 

Every Friday night starting April 3 Maulana Faezi will share insights from the Quran and Ahlulbayt concerning our role and responsibilities in the current time.

9:00 pm - Lecture will be addressed by Maulana Faezi

You can access the live-stream on Baitulilm's YouTube channel at the following link

 
Friday, April 3, 2020 - 5:00am

This time is challenging, and we are all taking this head on together. Blessed are we to have a community at this time of confusion and need. We have created a list of resources to help our community members in these difficult time. It includes resources to medical, economic, legal, counseling and spiritual needs.

 

To access the resource list click on the link below.

 

Click for COVID-19 Resource List

 
Thursday, April 2, 2020 - 5:00am
The Imam al-Asr (aj) Relief Fund was created to assist those members of our community who are in hardship due to the current situation. Although our resources are limited, together we will Inshallah be able to provide help to those who need it. Any community members requesting assistance can fill out the attached form and mail it to the addresses listed on the form itself. Once the form is received, our volunteers will reach out for verification and will follow up with each case. Full confidentiality of each applicant will be maintained.
 
 
 
Wednesday, April 1, 2020 - 5:00am

You can donate in the following ways:
Paypal/Credit Card - Please visit www.baitulilm.org (click on the donate tab)
ACH - To increase your ACH contribution please contact Dr. Mehdi Khawari at mkhawari@baitulilm.org
Check - make your checks payable to IMAMI and write "Relief Fund" in the memo. You can mail your checks to:
Baitul Ilm
485 South Bartlett Road
Streamwood, IL 60107

Sunday, March 29, 2020 - 2:00am

Dear Community Members,

 

In order to maintain the health and well-being of our community while striving to serve its spiritual needs during the current health crisis, Baitulilm will broadcast programs online until the situation improves. All programs will be available through Baitulilm's YouTube channel and can be accessed through the link below. We will continue to send out reminders about upcoming programs.

 

  • 9:00 pm - Jashn will be addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Link To Jashn

Saturday, March 21, 2020 - 6:00pm

 

Where:  Nelson Sports Complex (3900 Owl Drive, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
When: Saturday March 21 and April 11 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Who: Children and adults. Whether you have prior experience or not, you will have fun!
Cost: $6 per person (includes admission and skate rentals)
 
Registration deadline: Friday before the event.
 
 
Register fowr Ice Skating

 

Saturday, March 21, 2020 - 3:00pm

Please register below

 
 
Register for Masjid Clean Up

 

Friday, March 20, 2020 - 2:00am

Dear Community Members,

In order to maintain the health and well-being of our community while striving to serve its spiritual needs during the current health crisis, Baitulilm will broadcast programs online until the situation improves. All programs will be available through Baitulilm's YouTube channel and can be accessed through the link below. We will continue to send out reminders about upcoming programs.

  • 9:00 pm - Majlis will be addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Link To Majlis

Sunday, March 15, 2020 - 6:45pm

Sunday, March 15th 2020 at 1:45 PM

Saturday, March 14, 2020 - 2:15pm

CMW Self-Defense & Fitness is now offering Saturday morning sessions for both girls and laidies starting March 14. For more information, please see the flyer and registration link below. Register today as space is limited! For questions, contact us at cmwselfdefense@gmail.com.
 
Register for Self-Defense & Fitness Classes

Friday, March 13, 2020 - 5:00am

Dear community members:

In view of the public health situation resulting from the spread of the coronavirus, the Ulama Council of Chicago recommends that all Islamic centers suspend their programs after Friday prayers today for a period of at least two weeks. We will reassess the situation at that time and communicate with the community accordingly.

We request all community members to follow the guidance of public health officials and take precautions to ensure everyone's safety and well-being. In addition to good health practices, Islam teaches us that good deeds and prayer are also essential to preserve our physical and spiritual wellness.

Let us also remember those members of our community who may have special needs during this difficult time. Some community members, especially the elderly, may need volunteers to help ensure they have essential supplies, and others may face challenges in meeting their basic needs, especially if their income is affected by the spread of the virus. Please reach out to each other and offer to help those whom you can. And if you have employees, renters, or others who may be facing hardship, show flexibility in helping them meet their obligations.

May Allah keep all of us in His protection.
Sincerely,
Ulama Council of Chicago

Friday, March 13, 2020 - 12:11am

Thursday, March 12th, 2020

Program Schedule

7:11 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer

7:35 pm - Dua Kumayl

8:00 pm - Majlis addressed by Maulana Faezi

Sunday, March 8, 2020 - 12:05am

A Baitulilm story time and activities initiative geared towards children 4-8 years old. Session will be held during the main program on March 7 at 6:45 pm. Limited spots available. 

 

To register, fill out the form below:

V-Time Registration

 

Saturday, March 7, 2020 - 7:30pm

Where:  Nelson Sports Complex (3900 Owl Drive, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

When: Saturday March 7 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Who: Children and adults. Whether you have prior experience or not, you will have fun!

Cost: $6 per person (includes admission and skate rentals)

 

Registration deadline: Wednesday before the event.
 
Register Here

Tuesday, March 3, 2020 - 6:00am

Dear Community Members, Baitulilm volunteers are ready to provide assistance to our community during these difficult times. If you are elderly, have health problems, or have any other special circumstances our volunteers are prepared to deliver groceries, pick up medicine, provide a ride, or any other type of help that might be needed.

If you have any of these needs kindly contact one of the following numbers via text or phone:

630-669-6343

410-615-1214

972-374-8008

 

We are also looking to expand our team of volunteers during these difficult times. If you would like to volunteer please use the link below to register.

We pray to Allah (swt) to eliminate this pandemic from the face of the earth and to help our community and the global family endure these challenging times.

 

 
 
Sunday, March 1, 2020 - 6:00am

Dear community members

Assalam alaykum,

With the beginning of the blessed month of Sha`ban, the Ulama Council of Chicago is pleased to formally launch of the Imam al-Asr (aj) Relief Fund to assist those members of our community who are in hardship due to the current situation. Although our resources are limited, together we will Inshallah be able to provide much-needed help to those who need it. Any community members requesting assistance can fill out the attached form and mail it to the addresses listed on the form itself. The form will also be available for download from the websites of our member organizations. Once the form is received, our volunteers will reach out for verification and will follow up with each case. Full confidentiality of each applicant will be maintained.

If you would like to donate or contribute to the fund, please contact one of the members of the Ulama Council of Chicago whose numbers are given below (text message or WhatsApp message only). Religious dues including zakat, khums, and sadaqah can be used for this noble purpose. We also encourage those in need of assistance to apply for the Chicago COVID-19 Housing Assistance Grant, which can provide a one-time grant of $1,000. Undocumented  workers can apply. The form can be found here: www.bit.ly/chirenta. We pray to Allah to remove the current hardship from all members of our community and all members of the human family.

Yours in faith,

Ulama Council of Chicago

March 27, 2020

Hujjatul Islam Maulana Faezi (630) 669-6343

Hujjatul Islam Maulana Mahboob Mehdi (630) 935-7862

Hujjatul Islam Maulana Shahryar Abidi (872) 484-2851

Hujjatul Islam Maulana Abu Ibrahim Ansari (773) 997-9666

Hujjatul Islam Maulana Jawad Saadatmand (630) 901-5050

Hujjatul Islam Maulana Hassan Hairi (331) 425-1729

Hujjatul Islam Maulana Sulayman Hassan (571) 331-1138

 
Friday, February 28, 2020 - 1:00am

Thursday, February 27th, 2020

Program Schedule

7:00 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer

7:30 pm - Dua Kumail

8:00 pm - Majlis Addressed by Maulana Faezi followed by Ziyarat

9:30pm - Aamal of Laylatul Raghaib

Sunday, February 23, 2020 - 6:45pm

Sunday February 23rd 2020

Topic: Strategies for Economic Success Through Entrepreneurship

Speaker - Dr. Jamaluddin Husain Ph.D

Place: Baitulilm Multipurpose Room

 

Have you ever wanted to start your own business, but didn't know where to start? Have you wanted to learn skills that can help you be more entrepreneurial in your career?

 

If so please attend the upcoming "Being My Best" workshop to learn from Dr Jamaluddin Husain who is a Professor of Entrepreneurship at Purdue University and the President of the Entrepreneurship & Development Foundation.

Saturday, February 22, 2020 - 7:00pm

Saturday February 22nd 2020

Bait Ul Ilm South Building

 

Sunday, February 16, 2020 - 12:15am

Saturday February 15th 2020

Register For V-Time

Saturday, February 15, 2020 - 11:41pm

Saturday February 15th 2020

 

Program Schedule

 

5:41 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer

 

6:15 pm - Jashn Addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Followed by Ziyarat and Dinner in the Banquet Hall

Saturday, February 1, 2020 - 4:30pm

Saturday February 1st 2020

Baitul Ilm South Building

 

Program:

10:30 am - Speech by Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir

Saturday, January 25, 2020 - 7:30pm

January 25 and February 8

 

Where:  Nelson Sports Complex (3900 Owl Drive, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

When: Saturday January 25 and February 8 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Who: Children and adults. Whether you have prior experience or not, you will have fun!

Cost: $6 per person (includes admission and skate rentals)

 

Registration deadline: Wednesday before the event.

 

Register for Ice Skating

Wednesday, January 1, 2020 - 1:00am

Tuesday, December 31st 2019

 

Program Schedule

 

7:00 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayer

 

7:30 pm - Jashn Addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Followed by Ziyarat and Tabarruk

Saturday, November 23, 2019 - 7:00pm

Located in the Baitul Ilm South Building

Addressed by: Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir

For details, please contact:

Sr. Nida Abbas (562) 650 – 8766

Sr. Maira Zaidi (224) 829 – 7512

Sunday, November 17, 2019 - 6:45pm

Place: Baitulilm Multipurpose Room

Date: Sunday November 17 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm

Topic - Building Positive Relationships

Speaker - Dr. Rukhsana Iqbal

Dr. Iqbal is a psychiatrist with a specialty in children. She will speak about how a positive parent/child relationship can enable a child to develop a healthy mental state and achieve their best.

Sunday, November 17, 2019 - 12:00am to Monday, November 18, 2019 - 2:00am

Saturday November 16

Program Schedule

6:00pm - Isha Prayer

6:30pm - Milad Conference (Addressed by Dr. Muhammad Eissa and Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi)

8:00pm - Dinner in the banquet hall

Wednesday, November 6, 2019 - 1:40am

Majlis will be held on Tuesday November 5

Program Schedule

7:40pm - Isha Prayer

8:00pm - Majlis (Addressed by Hujjatul Islam Maulana Amir Mukhtar Faezi in English)

Followed by Matam, Ziyarat and Tabarruk

Saturday, November 2, 2019 - 12:40am to Sunday, November 3, 2019 - 2:45am

Majalis will be held on Friday November 1 & Saturday November 2

Program Schedule

7:40pm - Isha Prayer

8:00pm - Majlis (Addressed by Hujjatul Islam Maulana Syed Sameer Ali in English)

Followed by Matam, Ziyarat and Tabarruk

Saturday, October 12, 2019 - 12:40am to Sunday, October 13, 2019 - 2:30am

Majalis will be held on Friday October 11 & Saturday October 12

Program Schedule

7:40pm - Isha Prayer
8:00pm - Majlis (Addressed by Maulana Muslim Mehdi in English)
Followed by Matam, Ziyarat and Tabarruk

Saturday, September 28, 2019 - 6:00pm
Please register if you plan on attending and let the organizers know if you need transportation as it can be made available if needed.

https://baitulilm.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7f1db6a24b270dc22e81...

Sunday, September 22, 2019 - 3:00pm

To register for Baitulilm's 10th annual blood drive please use the link below. The blood drive is on Sunday September 22 from 10am - 3pm. https://forms.gle/fqEm4QdvrN3LYbCa6

Saturday, September 21, 2019 - 12:40am to Sunday, September 22, 2019 - 2:30am

Majalis will be held on Friday September 20 & Saturday September 21

 


Program Schedule 
 
  • 7:40pm - Isha Prayer
  • 8:00pm - Majlis (Addressed by Hujjatul Islam Syed Baqir Imrani in English)
Followed by Matam, Ziyarat and Tabarruk
Friday, September 13, 2019 - 12:30am

Thursday September 12

      

7:30 pm - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

8:00 pm - Majlis (Urdu in the masjid & English in the downstairs banquet hall concurrently) 

9:15pm - Matam

9:30pm - Ziyarat

Note: Matam will be held jointly in the masjid after the conclusion of the Urdu majlis

Tuesday, September 10, 2019 - 2:45pm

Tuesday September 10th

 

Please note that the procession will start from the Thompson Center at 100 W Randolph St. The Thompson Center is located on the corner of Clark and Randolph St. in downtown Chicago and is across the Daley Center.

Program Schedule 

  • 9:45am - Assembly
  • 10:15am - Procession begins
  • 12:00pm - Procession concludes at Thompson Center
  • 12:15pm - Ziyarat

Parking Arrangements: Parking is available at the "Millenium Park Garage" operated by SP+ at a validated discount rate of $9 for juloos participants.

Address: 5 S. Columbus Dr. Chicago, IL 60603

 

Tuesday, September 10, 2019 - 1:00pm

Tuesday September 10th

 

A'maal of Ashura

8:00 am - A'maal of the day of Ashura

 

Majlis of the Day of Ashura

3:00 pm - Zuhr and Asr Prayer

3:30 pm - Salam & Marthiya

3:45 pm - Majlis of the Shahada (English)

4:15 pm - Majlis of the Shahada (Urdu)

Followed by Matam, Ziyarat Ashura, and Faqa Shikni

 

Majlis Sham-e-Gharibaan

7:26 pm - Maghrib & 'Isha Prayers

7:50 pm - Salam & Marthiya

8:00 pm - Majlis Sham-e-Ghariban (Urdu)

Followed by Salam e-Akhir, Matam, and Ziyarat

Monday, September 2, 2019 - 1:00am to Sunday, September 8, 2019 - 2:15am

To register, please send your child's name, age, your name, your email address, contact number, and any allergies that your child may have to Sr. Kauser Gulamali at kauser_hamid@yahoo.com or 224-595-2721. Registration will begin on Tuesday August 20 to ensure everybody gets a fair chance at signing up.

Monday, September 2, 2019 - 12:35am to Tuesday, September 10, 2019 - 2:30am

Sunday September 1 to Monday September 9

 

Program Schedule 

The Urdu majalis will be addressed by H.I. Syed Mohammad Shabib Al-Husaini (from India) and will be held in the masjid

 

The English majalis will be addressed by H.I. Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi and will be held in the banquet hall downstairs

 

7:35pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

8:00pm - Majlis (Urdu in the masjid & English in the downstairs banquet hall concurrently)

9:15pm - Matam 

9:30pm - Ziyarat

 

Note: Matam will be held jointly in the masjid after the conclusion of the Urdu majlis

Monday, September 2, 2019 - 12:30am

وَفَدَيْنَاهُ بِذِبْحٍ عَظِيمٍ

‘And we ransomed him with a great sacrifice'

- Qur'an 37:107

 

 

 

Dear community members, Assalam Alaykum.

 

With the grace of Allah, we will be commemorating the great sacrifice of Imam Hussain (a), his family (a), and his companions (a) once again this upcoming Muharram. By honoring the memory of Imam Hussain (a), we remember the great ideals of justice and truth that he sacrificed for and renew our commitment to the values of Islam. Inshallah we are able to obtain the maximum benefit throughout these months of Muharram and Safar.

 

The series of majalis will begin on Sunday September 1, 2019.

 

Baitul Ilm Academy

Sunday, September 1, 2019 - 6:00pm

A series of lectures by: Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir

 

Baitul Ilm Ladies & Girls Programs

 

1st Majlis on Sunday, Sept. 1st, 2019 then every Saturday, Sept. 7th – Nov. 2nd, 2019

 

PLEASE NOTE: 1st and 2nd Majlis will be in North Building (downstairs) & all the rest will be in South Building.

Sunday, September 1, 2019 - 6:00pm

Please see Flyer for Sign Up Information

Saturday, August 24, 2019 - 11:30pm

Saturday August 24th, 2019 

 

6:30pm - Jashn

7:56pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

Followed by Ziyarat and Dinner

Saturday, August 24, 2019 - 11:30pm

During Main Program on August 24th (6:30 pm)

 

Click Here to Register for V-Time

 

Tuesday, August 20, 2019 - 11:30pm

Tuesday August 20, 2019 at 6:30pm

 

6:30pm - A'amal of Ghadir

8:00pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

Saturday, August 17, 2019 - 11:45pm

Saturday August 17th, 2019

 

6:45pm - Jashn

8:05pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

 

Followed by Ziyarat and Tabarruk 

Saturday, August 17, 2019 - 1:06am

Friday August 16th 2019

 

8:06pm - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

8:30pm - Enjoy relaxing socializing with brothers and sisters - air hockey, board games, foosball, ping pong, and more. Feel free to bring snacks and refreshments.

10:30pm - Clean up

Monday, August 12, 2019 - 6:00pm

Monday, August 12, 1:00-4:00 pm
 
Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, is around the corner (Aug 12), and it is highly recommended for each person to sacrifice an animal. In this session, participants will have the opportunity to slaughter a lamb, help butcher and dress a lamb, or just watch and learn. Registration deadline is Friday August 2.

Register or Learn More

 

Monday, August 12, 2019 - 3:30pm

Baitulilm 2019-2020 Sunday School Registration will take place on Eid Day August 12. 

Monday, August 12, 2019 - 2:15pm

Monday August 12, 2019

 

9:15 am - Dua e Nudba

9:45 am - Takbiraat

10:00 am - Eid Prayers

10:20am - Eid Khutba

11:05am - Ziyarat 

11:15am - Eid Brunch

Sunday, August 11, 2019 - 6:00pm

Sunday August 11, 2019

 

1:00pm - Zuhr & Asr Prayers

1:30pm - A'maal of Arafat

Sunday, August 11, 2019 - 12:00am

Saturday August 10th, 2019

 

7:00pm - Majlis

8:14pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

 

Followed by Ziyarat and Tabarruk 

Friday, August 2, 2019 - 12:15am

Thursday, August 1st, 2019

 

7:15pm - Majlis

8:26pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

8:50pm - Dua Kumail

 

Followed by Ziyarat and Tabarruk

Sunday, July 21, 2019 - 3:30pm

July 21st, 2019 - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm in the Multipurpose Room

 

Saturday, July 20, 2019 - 7:00pm

2 - 5 pm Saturday, July 20th, 2019  •  Baitul Ilm Academy

وَمَا كَانَ ٱلْمُؤْمِنُونَ لِيَنفِرُوا۟ كَآفَّةًۭ ۚ فَلَوْلَا نَفَرَ مِن كُلِّ فِرْقَةٍۢ مِّنْهُمْ طَآئِفَةٌۭ لِّيَتَفَقَّهُوا۟ فِى ٱلدِّينِ وَلِيُنذِرُوا۟ قَوْمَهُمْ إِذَا رَجَعُوٓا۟ إِلَيْهِمْ لَعَلَّهُمْ يَحْذَرُونَ

"It is not for the believers to go forth altogether, but why should no there go forth a group from them to become learned in religion, and to warn their people when they return to them? It is hoped that they may become aware."
- al-Qur'an 9:122

The Ahl al-Bayt Islamic Seminary cordially invites you to join the graduation ceremony of the Seminarian class of 2019.

Saturday, July 20, 2019 - 12:00am

Friday July 19th, 2019

 

Enjoy relaxing socializing with brothers and sisters - air hockey, board games, foosball, ping pong, and more. Feel free to bring snacks and refreshments. Don't forget to help clean up at the end.

 

7:00 pm - Rec Center Activities, Chai & Potluck Snacks, Board Games, Ping Pong, Air Hockey, Foosball, etc for everyone

 

8:40 pm - Maghrib & Isha prayers 

 

Monday, July 15, 2019 - 12:30am

July 14th, 2019

 

7:30 pm - Jahsn

8:41 pm - Maghrib & 'Isha Prayers

Followed by Ziyarat and tabarruk to go

 

Sunday, July 14, 2019 - 2:30pm

 

July 14th, 2019
Register by July 10th - Pay by July 11th

Register & Pay Now

 

Saturday, July 6, 2019 - 1:46am

Friday July 5th, 2019

 

Enjoy relaxing socializing with brothers and sisters - air hockey, board games, foosball, ping pong, and more. Feel free to bring snacks and refreshments. Simple snacks will be available. Don't forget to help clean up at the end.

 

8:46 pm - Maghrib & 'Isha Prayer and Ethical Reminder

9:15 pm - Rec Center Activities, Chai & Potluck Snacks, Board Games, Ping Pong, etc for everyone

11:00 pm - Clean-up & Wrap-up

 

Friday, July 5, 2019 - 2:00pm

Please reach out to Sr. Nida Abbas or Sr. Maira Zaidi with a $25 dollar contribution to help gather school supplies for children in need.
 

Sunday, June 30, 2019 - 12:30am

June 29th, 2019

 

7:30 pm - Majlis

8:47 pm - Maghrib & 'Isha Prayers

Followed by Ziyarat and tabarruk to go

Friday, June 28, 2019 - 9:00pm to Saturday, June 29, 2019 - 6:00pm

In this session, Explorers and their families will have the chance to go overnight camping in a local forest preserve. We will be hiking, orienteering, cooking our own meals, building a bonfire, sleeping in a tent, dodging mosquitoes, perhaps canoeing, and generally having a lot of fun!

 

Who: Families of Explorers who have participated in at least one session to date. 

When: Friday, June 28 4pm to Saturday, June 29 1pm 

Where: Blackwell Family Campground in Wheaton, IL

Fee: $30 (DuPage residents); $40 (non-residents)

Deadline to register: Friday, June 14 (12 pm)

Register or Learn More

 

Sunday, June 23, 2019 - 3:00pm

Sunday June 23rd, 2019 - 10 am

 

Help clean a House of God. Support your masjid. Sign up today!

Register for Clean-Up Day

 

Saturday, June 22, 2019 - 12:30am

June 21st, 2019

 

Enjoy relaxing socializing with brothers and sisters - board games, ping pong, and more. Feel free to bring snacks and refreshments. Simple snacks will be available. Don't forget to help clean up at the end.

7:30 pm - Rec Center Activities, Chai & Potluck Snacks, Board Games, Ping Pong, etc for everyone

8:46 pm - Maghrib & 'Isha Prayer and Ethical Reminder

9:50 pm - Clean-up & Wrap-up

 

Wednesday, June 5, 2019 - 2:15pm

Wednesday, June 5, 2019

  • 9:15 am - Du'a al-Nudba
  • 9:45 am - Takbirat
  • 10:00 am - Eid Prayer
  • 10:20 am - Eid Khutbah
  • 11:00 am - Eid Greetings and Brunch

Please note that for those who will be attending Eid prayers, zakat al-fitrah should be set aside or paid before the Eid prayer begins. The zakat is payable by the head of household for him or herself and all who are his or her dependents at sunset on the evening of Eid. The estimated amount of zakat al-fitrah is $10 per person at a minimum. 

Due to the expected large crowd we humbly request everyone arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the Eid prayer to ensure that we can accommodate as many worshipers as possible and to follow the guidance of our volunteers inside and outside the building. We also humbly request those with little children that cannot pray to make use of the designated overflow areas to ensure the maximum number of worshipers can pray inside the Masjid hall.  Thank you kindly for your cooperation. 

Tuesday, June 4, 2019 - 5:00am

يا أَيُّهَا النّاسُ قَد جاءَتكُم مَوعِظَةٌ مِن رَبِّكُم وَشِفاءٌ لِما فِي الصُّدورِ وَهُدًى وَرَحمَةٌ لِلمُؤمِنينَ
قُل بِفَضلِ اللَّهِ وَبِرَحمَتِهِ فَبِذٰلِكَ فَليَفرَحوا هُوَ خَيرٌ مِمّا يَجمَعونَ

"O humankind! There has come to you an admonition from your Lord, and a cure for what is in the hearts, and a guidance and mercy for the faithful.  Say: ‘In Allah’s grace and His mercy— let them rejoice in that! It is better than what they amass.’" 
- al-Qur'an 10:57-58

Assalam'alaykum Dear Brothers & Sisters,

As there were no valid sightings of the crescent on Monday evening, Tuesday, June 4 will be the last day of the blessed month of Ramadan. Eid al-Fitr is confirmed to fall on Wednesday, June 5, 2019. As the month of Ramadan comes to a close, we ask Allah to accept our worship and answer our prayers during this month. May Allah envelop our community and all of humanity in His infinite mercy and grace.

 

Friday, May 31, 2019 - 8:30am to Monday, June 3, 2019 - 1:30am

May 31-June 2 2019

 

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a three-day i'tikaf program. During i'tikaf, the worshiper devotes his or her time to worship and does not leave the masjid premises. This year's i'tikaf will start at Fajr on Friday May 31st until sunset on Sunday June 2nd. If you would like to participate, please register at the below link. All participants must be 15 years of age or older. If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org or call at 630-890-6264. Registration required.

 

Register Here!

Friday, May 31, 2019 - 12:45am

May 30

Please Register

 

Tuesday, May 28, 2019 - 5:00am

May 28

Please Register

 

Tuesday, May 28, 2019 - 1:00am

Monday, May 27th, 2019

 

8:00 pm - Dua Iftitah

8:32 pm - Maghrib Prayer

8:50 pm - Iftaar

9:40 pm - Isha Prayer followed by all night A'maal

 

Monday, May 27, 2019 - 3:30am to Monday, May 27, 2019 - 6:00am

May 26th 10:30 pm to 1:00 am

 

Please Register At This Link

Friday, May 24, 2019 - 12:00am to Monday, May 27, 2019 - 2:30am

May 23, May 24, May 25, May 26 - 7:00 pm

 

Majlis will begin at 7pm followed by Mataam, Maghrib, and Iftaar

 

(A'maal for the 19th and 21st nights of Ramadan will take place after Isha prayers at 10pm on Thursday May 23 and Saturday May 25)

 

Monday, May 20, 2019 - 12:15am

Sunday May 19th - 7:15pm

Sunday, May 19, 2019 - 10:00pm

May 19 5:00 pm

 

Sunday, May 19, 2019 - 3:30am

Part 2: May 18

Saturday, May 18, 2019 - 3:00pm

Saturday, May 18

10 am to 12 pm

 

Support the local neighborhood surrounding Baitul Ilm.  Volunteer to beautify our local parks. Register ASAP.

Saturday, May 18, 2019 - 3:00am

May 17 - 10 pm

Please Register

 

Saturday, May 18, 2019 - 12:30am to Sunday, May 19, 2019 - 12:30am

May 17th & 18th during iftaar dinner

Support our youth as they raise funds

for Feed My Starving Children

Wednesday, May 15, 2019 - 11:00pm

Wed May 15 6:00 pm

 

Baitul Ilm South Building

Speaker: Khanum Maryam Tahir

Wednesday, May 15, 2019 - 12:15am

Tuesday May 14 - 7:15 pm

 

* Please note the earlier start time

Sunday, May 12, 2019 - 3:30am

 

Mother Daughter Night 
May 11

Please Register

 

Saturday, May 11, 2019 - 12:30am to Saturday, June 1, 2019 - 12:30am

Fridays & Sundays

During Main Program

Topic: The Example of the Prophets

Dates:

May 10, May 12, May 17, May 19, May 24, May 26, May 31

Saturday, May 11, 2019 - 12:30am to Monday, June 3, 2019 - 12:30am

Fridays & Sundays

Dates:
May 10, May 12, May 17, May 19, May 24, May 26, May 31, Jun 2

Please Register: build.bui@gmail.com
View Full Flyer

 

Thursday, May 9, 2019 - 12:30am to Sunday, June 2, 2019 - 12:30am

Please email Kasuer Gulamali at build.bui@gmail.com or call 224-595-2721 to register.

Tuesday, May 7, 2019 - 12:30am

Starting May 6th, 2019

 

7:30 pm - Program Start

Prime Time (~8:32 pm) - Maghrib Prayer

8:50 pm - Iftar

9:30 pm - Du'a al-Iftitah

9:50 pm - 'Isha Prayer

Sunday, May 5, 2019 - 5:00am

يا أَيُّهَا الَّذينَ آمَنوا كُتِبَ عَلَيكُمُ الصِّيامُ كَما كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذينَ مِن قَبلِكُم لَعَلَّكُم تَتَّقونَ

O you who have faith! Fasting is prescribed for you just as it was prescribed for those who were before you, so that you may be aware of God. Q 2:183

 

Dear Community Members, Assalam alaykum.

There were credible reports of the crescent moon sighting on Sunday May 5th in various locations in North America. As a result, the month of Ramadan will begin on Monday, May 6, 2019. We pray for a blessed month of worship and devotion for all of our community members and all Muslims throughout the world.

Saturday, May 4, 2019 - 7:00pm

Saturday, May 4th, 2019

2:00 PM

Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 11:15pm

Saturday, April 20, 2019

6.15 PM Jashan starts

7.54 PM Maghrib prayer

8.10 PM Iftar dinner

8.50 PM Isha Prayer

9.00 PM A’maal of Shab e Baraat

Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 10:15pm

Visualizing Virtues - Story Time & Activities

When: Saturday April 20th, 2019

Time: During Main Program

Ages: 4-8 years

Fee: $5/child

 

Register for V-Time Session 2

Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 11:00pm

Saturday, April 13th, 2019

6:00 PM Start

7:47 PM Maghrib and Isha prayers

Followed by dinner Downstairs

Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 3:00pm

April 13th, 2019 - 10:00 am

On behalf of Baitulilm, Islamic Education Center and Masom, we would like to invite all professionals and students in our community to join us for an exciting networking event. This will be an amazing opportunity to meet, network and share ideas with other professionals from our greater community. This event will allow all students looking for career guidance a chance to engage in conversations with professionals in our community. You can also have your resume reviewed by professionals in your field to better your chances of getting that dream job! This is a great chance to connect with like-minded individuals to explore various internship opportunities, and we hope to see you there.

 

\The event will be held on Saturday, April 13th, from 10:00 am till Duhr at the recreation center at Baitul Ilm. Please register!

 

10:00 am - Registration

10:30 am - Welcome Address

10:40 am - 1:00 pm - Networking Break

 

Register Now

Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 12:45am

Enjoy relaxing socializing with brothers and sisters - board games, ping pong, and more. Feel free to bring snacks and refreshments. Simple snacks will be available. Attending the prayer is highly encouraged! Don't forget to help clean up at the end.

7:45 pm - Maghrib/'Isha Prayer and Brief Ethics Discussion

8:10 pm - Rec Center Activities, Chai & Potluck Snacks, Board Games, Ping Pong, etc for everyone

9:45 pm - End

Wednesday, April 3, 2019 - 12:35am

Tuesday, April 2, 2019

7:35 PM Maghrib and Isha Prayers

Followed by A'maal

Monday, April 1, 2019 - 12:32am

Sunday, March 31, 2019

7:32 pm - Magrib & Isha Prayer

8:00 pm - Majlis

Followed by Ziyarat

Saturday, March 30, 2019 - 12:30am

Enjoy relaxing socializing with brothers and sisters - board games, ping pong, and more. Feel free to bring snacks and refreshments. Simple snacks will be available. Attending the prayer is highly encouraged!

7:30 pm - 'Isha Prayer and Brief Ethical Reminder

7:50 pm - Rec Center Activities, Chai & Potluck Snacks, Board Games, Ping Pong, etc for everyone

Saturday, March 23, 2019 - 6:30pm

Saturday, March 23, 2019 1:30 pm

Location: Baitul Ilm South Building

Friday, March 22, 2019 - 5:00am to Saturday, March 23, 2019 - 5:00am

Candle Decorating for Sisters

March 22nd and 23rd

 

BUILD is pleased to announce the next series of classes under the BUILD My Skills banner aimed at introducing and developing new skills in our youth. Are your daughters crafty and interested in hand-made or personalized gifts? Join Sr. Heena Mehdi, a professional artist who will be offering a two-day basic Candle Decorating class for girls above the age of 10. $15/child.

Limited spots available. For more details, refer to the flyer. To register, kindly contact, Sr. Kauser Gulamali at build.bui@gmail.com / 224-595-2721

 

 

Register Now

Friday, March 22, 2019 - 12:21am

Thursday, March 21, 2019 7:21 pm

7:21 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayer

7:50 PM - Du'a Kumail

8:15 PM - Majlis

Followed by Ziyarat

Saturday, March 16, 2019 - 10:45pm

Saturday, March 16, 2019

5:45 pm - Jashan

7:15 pm - Magrib & I'sha Prayers

Followed by Dinner in the Banquet Hall downstairs

Saturday, March 16, 2019 - 10:45pm

Visualizing Virtues - Story Time & Activities

When: Saturday March 16, 2019

Time: During Main Program

Ages: 4-8 years

Fee: $5/child

 

Register for V-Time Session 2

Friday, March 15, 2019 - 12:13am

Thursday, March 14, 2019

7:13 pm - Magrib & I'sha Prayers

7:45 pm - Refreshments/Iftaar

8:15 pm - Aamal

9:00 pm - Ziyarat

Sunday, March 10, 2019 - 1:45am

Saturday, March 9, 2019

7:45 pm - Isha Prayers

8:00 pm - Majlis

Followed by Matam, Ziyarat, and Tabbarruk

Saturday, March 9, 2019 - 6:30pm

Thursday, March 9, 2019 at 12:30 pm

A ladies and girls milad celebrating the birth anniversary of Syeddah Fatima al-Zahra (sa)

Speaker: Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir

Friday, March 8, 2019 - 1:20am

Thursday, March 7, 2019

7:20 pm - Isha Prayer

7:35 pm - Du'a Kumail

8:00 pm - Jashan

Followed by Ziyarat, and Tabarruk

Monday, March 4, 2019 - 12:00am
March 3rd, 2019
 
Where: Elgin City Skate (150 Dexter Ct., Elgin, IL 60120, located between the Hemmens Center and Elgin City Hall. Free parking is available in the City Hall parking lot).
 
When: Sunday, Mar. 3, 6-8pm (This is the last day of the season)
 
 

Register Now!

Saturday, March 2, 2019 - 3:30am

Overnight Program at BUI for Boys March 1st, 2019 After Family Night at BUI

 

Register Now

Saturday, March 2, 2019 - 1:30am

Every other Friday at Baitul Ilm - Starting March 1st, 2019

Enjoy relaxing socializing with brothers and sisters - board games, ping pong, and more. Feel free to bring snacks and refreshments. Simple snacks will be available.
7:30 pm - 'Isha Prayer and Brief Ethical Reminder
7:50 pm - Rec Center Activities
- Chai & Potluck Snacks
- Board Games, Ping Pong, etc for everyone
- Kids Story Time

Tuesday, February 26, 2019 - 3:30pm to Thursday, April 18, 2019 - 3:45pm

This is an indepedently run program available for the community. Register by clicking below. 

 

Register for Self Defense

Sunday, February 24, 2019 - 11:51pm

Sunday, February 24th, 2019

5:51 pm - Magrib & Isha Prayers

6:20 pm - Jashn

Sunday, February 24, 2019 - 11:51pm
Visualizing Virtues - Story Time and Activities
Feb 24, 2019 During Main Program
 

Register Now!

Friday, February 15, 2019 - 1:20am

وَلَنَبلُوَنَّكُم بِشَيءٍ مِنَ الخَوفِ وَالجوعِ وَنَقصٍ مِنَ الأَموالِ وَالأَنفُسِ وَالثَّمَراتِ ۗ وَبَشِّرِ الصّابِرينَ الَّذينَ إِذا أَصابَتهُم مُصيبَةٌ قالوا إِنّا لِلَّهِ وَإِنّا إِلَيهِ راجِعونَ أُولٰئِكَ عَلَيهِم صَلَواتٌ مِن رَبِّهِم وَرَحمَةٌ ۖ وَأُولٰئِكَ هُمُ المُهتَدونَ

"We will surely test you with fear and hunger and a loss of wealth, lives, and fruits; and give good news to the patient, Who, when they are visited by an affliction, say, 'Surely we belong to God, and to Him we return'; Upon them rest blessings and mercy from their Lord, and those -- they are the truly guided."
- al-Quran 2:155-157

Thursday February 14th, 2019

7:20 pm - Isha Prayer

7:35 pm - Dua Kumail

8:00 pm - Majlis

It is with great sadness that we inform the Baitulilm community that Marhooma Rifat Safdar passed away. Marhooma was a beloved member of the community and had been an active volunteer for many years. She had served as a member of Baitul Ilm's board of directors for the past few years and tirelessly served the community in many capacities. We ask Allah (swt) to grant her forgiveness and place her in the company of the Ahlulbayt (a) in the hereafter. We request the community to participate in the isaal al-thawaab majlis on Thursday February 14 to pay our respects to this beloved member of our community and to give our condolences to her family.

Sunday, February 10, 2019 - 7:45pm

Sunday February 10th, 2019 at 1:45 pm

Location: Baitul Ilm South Building

Monday, January 21, 2019 - 3:33am to Monday, January 21, 2019 - 6:50am

وَهُوَ الَّذي خَلَقَ اللَّيلَ وَالنَّهارَ وَالشَّمسَ وَالقَمَرَ ۖ كُلٌّ في فَلَكٍ يَسبَحونَ
 

It is He who created the night and the day, the sun and the moon, each swimming in an orbit. - al-Qur'an 21:33
 
 
 
Dear Baitul Ilm Community, Assalam alaykum.

On Sunday January 20th, 2019, a total lunar eclipse will be visible from the Chicago area, and Salat al-Ayat will become obligatory.  Please note that this prayer will not be offered at Baitul Ilm in congregation due to its occurrence during late hours and inclement weather.

Below a few of the rules of salat al-ayat are briefly explained:

  • If a woman is excused from performing the daily prayers when the eclipse occurs, she is also excused from performing salat al-ayat and does not need to make it up afterwards.
     
  • In Streamwood, the eclipse begins approximately at 9:33 pm Jan 20th and ends approximately at 12:50 am Mon, Jan 21st (https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/in/usa/chicago). Salat al-Ayat can be performed anytime between these two times. 
     
  • The intention for the prayer is to perform the two-rak`at obligatory prayer for the lunar eclipse. It can be prayed individually or in congregation.
     
  • In each of the two rak`ats (cycles) of the prayer one does ruku` (bowing down) five times. The easiest procedure is as follows:

 
Procedure for Performing Salat al-Ayat
 

  1. Make the intention and say Takbirat al-ihram.
     
  2. Recite surah al-Fatihah and the first verse of a second surah. For example, if you choose Surah al-Falaq, you will say, “Bismillah irrahman irrahim. Qul a`udhu bi-rabbil falaq.”
     
  3. Perform ruku`.
     
  4. Stand up and recite the second verse of the surah. (In the case of Surah al-Falaq, this would be “Min sharri ma khalaq.”)
     
  5. Perform ruku`.
     
  6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the third, fourth, and fifth verse of the surah. You will have performed ruku` five times.
     
  7. Stand up, and then complete the two sajdahs.
     
  8. Perform the second rak`ah in the same manner as the first (ie, repeat steps 2-7).
     
  9. Complete the prayer with tashahhud and salaam.
     
  10. Qunut is optional, and it can be recited after the final ruku` in the second rak`at, as you would normally expect. 

For more details about how to perform salat al-ayat, please refer to works on Islamic Laws

 

Saturday, January 12, 2019 - 11:00pm

January 12th, 2018

  • 5:00 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers
  • 5:30 pm - Jashn
  • 6:45 pm - Dinner

 

Sunday, December 23, 2018 - 1:00am

Saturday, Dec. 22, 7-9 pm at Elgin City Skate

One of the best ways to beat the cold is to hit the ice. Join us for ice skating on Saturday, Only 30 spots available, so sign up right away.

Where:  Elgin City Skate (150 Dexter Ct., Elgin, IL 60120, located between the Hemmens Center and Elgin City Hall. Free parking is available in the City Hall parking lot). | Directions

Cost: Free for those who have their own skates. $3/person if you need to rent skates. Everyone must register!

Who: Children and adults. Whether you have prior experience or not, you will have fun!

Register: First come first served for the first 30 registrants. Click here to register.

Register for Ice Skating

 

 

Saturday, December 22, 2018 - 6:00am to Wednesday, December 26, 2018 - 6:00am

The Muslim Group of USA & Canada
35th Annual Conference:

 

Negotiating Truth in the Age of Feeling

 

Register for the Muslim Group Conference or Learn More

 

Saturday, December 15, 2018 - 10:38pm

Saturday, Dec 15, 2018

  • 4:38 pm - Maghrib & 'Isha
  • 5:15 pm - Jashn
  • 6:30 pm - Dinner

 

Saturday, December 15, 2018 - 1:00am

Friday, Dec 14th, 2018 - 7:00 pm
Location: BUI REC Center

Cost $5 dollars per person.  Tailored for boys ages 10-14.  Glasses or eye-protection required.  NERF or similar foam dart blaster required.  Only foam darts allowed.  No automatic dart blasters.  Please register! Email asheraze@baitulilm.org for any questions. 

Register Now for Brothers' NERF Dart Capture the Flag

 

Friday, November 16, 2018 - 1:15am

Thursday, November 15th, 2018

 

Program:

7:15 pm - Isha Prayer

7:30 pm - Dua Kumail

8:00 pm - Majlis

Followed by Matam, Ziyarat & Tabarruk

 

Friday, November 16, 2018 - 1:00am

Every Thursday in Muharram & Safar starting September 27 

 

7:00 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

7:30 PM - Dua Kumail

8:00 PM - Urdu Majlis addressed by Maulana Faezi

Saturday, November 10, 2018 - 5:30pm

Saturday, November 10th at 11:30 am
Baitul Ilm South Building

Friday, October 26, 2018 - 12:00am to Tuesday, October 30, 2018 - 2:30am

Thursday, October 25th through Monday October 29th, 2018

 

Program:

7:00 PM - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

7:30 PM - Majlis in English

By H.I. Moulana Syed Rizwan Rizvi (New Jersey)

8:30 PM - Majlis in Urdu 

By H.I. Syed Mohammad Shabib Al-Husaini (India)

9:30 PM - Matam followed by Ziarat and Tabarruk

Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 3:00pm

Sunday, October 7th, 2018

 

ELIGIBILITY

All adults

16 & 17 year old are also eligible, but with their parental consent

Should weigh at least 110 pounds

 

COMMON REASONS FOR REJECTION

Not having a Photo ID

Any recent travel to Pakistan, India, Middle east or any third world country in the last 12 months

Any systemic infection, requiring antibiotics (but it is ok to donate blood after finishing the antibiotic course and symptom free for 72 hours)

Any medical condition requiring blood thinners, with the exception of Aspirin (so patients taking aspirin ONLY can donate blood)

Any heart condition requiring cardiac medication

Uncontrolled blood pressure i.e. systolic BP of 180mm or diastolic BP of 100 or more.

Please check the following link for further details http://www.bloodsource.org/Donate/Whocandonate.aspx

 

IN THE MORNING OF BLOOD DRIVE, PLEASE REMEMBER……..

To bring your PHOTO ID

Not to come empty stomach, have a healthy breakfast before coming to Baitulilm for blood donation.

Drink plenty of water in the morning

Avoid coffee or any other caffeinated drinks which can dehydrate you

Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 2:30am

Exploring Today's Pertinent Issues and Challenges in Higher Education

 

Saturday Oct 6th after the Majlis Program (~9:30 pm)

 

Youth & young adults are encouraged to attend.

 

For questions, email asheraze@baitulilm.org

Sunday, September 23, 2018 - 12:05am

Saturday, Sep 22nd, 2018

 

Program:

7:05 PM - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

 

7:30 PM - Majlis in English 

By H.I. Maulana Syed Sulayman Hassan Abidi

 

8:20 PM - Majlis in Urdu

By H.I. Maulana Syed Ehtesham Abbas Zaidi (India)

 

9:20 PM - Matam followed by Ziarat 

Saturday, September 22, 2018 - 6:00pm

Saturday, September 22nd, 2018

Location: Baitul Ilm South Building

 

A series of lectures by: Kahnum Maryam Ali Tahir

 

Program:

1:00 P.M. - Quran Recitation

1:10 P.M. - Salam & Marthia

1:25 P.M. - Youth Presentation

1:40 P.M. - Speech (English)

2:30 P.M. - Noha

2:40 P.M. - Ziyarah

 

For recitations & sponsoring contact Sr. Maira Zaidi (224)829-7512 & Sr. Nida Abbas (562)650-8766

Thursday, September 20, 2018 - 1:00pm

Thursday, September 20th, 2018

(10th Muharram 1440 AH)

 

Aa'maal e Ashura

 

8:00 a.m. - Aa'maal of the day of Ashura

Break after Aa'maal to attend the Juloos

 

 

Majlis e Yom e Ashura

 

3:00 p.m. - Dhuhr and Asr Prayers

3:30 p.m. - Salam and Marthia

3:45 p.m. - Majlis e Shahadat In English

by H.I. Maulana SyedSulayman Hasan Abidi

 

4:15 p.m. - Majlis e Shahadat in Urdu

by H.I. Syed Ehtesham Abbas Zaidi (India)

 

Followed by Matam, Ziarat A'shura and Faqa Shikni

 

 

Majlis e Sham-e-Ghariban

 

7:08 p.m. - Maghriban Prayers

7:35 p.m. - Salam and Marthia

7:45 p.m. - Majlis e Sham-e-Ghariban in Urdu

H.I. Syed Ehtesham Abbas Zaidi (India)

 

Followed by Salam-e-Akhir, Matam and Ziarat

Wednesday, September 12, 2018 - 12:45am to Tuesday, September 18, 2018 - 1:45am

September 11th-17th, 2018

7:45 pm to 8:45 pm

Baitul Ilm Lower Level

 

Wednesday, September 12, 2018 - 12:24am to Thursday, September 20, 2018 - 2:30am

Tuesday, September 11th, 2018 - Wednesday, September 19th, 2018

 

Program

7:24 PM - Maghriban Prayers

 

7:45 PM - Majlis in English

English majlis will be addressed by H. I. Maulana Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi

 

8:45 PM - Majlis in Urdu

Urdu majlis will be addressed by H.I. Syed Ehtesham Abbas Zaidi (India)

 

Followed by Matam and Ziarat

Saturday, September 8, 2018 - 9:00pm

Saturday, September 8th, 2018 at 4 pm

 

An Informational Program & Networking Event to Jump Start Careers

 

Free to Attend - Recommended for ages 15-22, but all are welcome

 

Panel presentations

1st panelist - Nour Abdul-Razzak - MIT - PhD Candidate at University of Chicago

2nd panelist - Ahmed Saheb - MBA University of Chicago - Greenhill & Co.

Q&A session

Networking session

Dinner

Evening Prayers

Saturday, September 8, 2018 - 1:00am

Friday, September 7th, 2018 at 8:00 P.M.

Location: Baitul Ilm South Building

Saturday, September 1, 2018 - 12:00am

Friday, August 31st, 2018

 

Program:

7:00 pm - Dinner / Snacks + Free Play

7:43 pm - Maghrib & 'Isha Prayers

8:15 pm - Games and Activities

11:00 pm - Conclude 

Thursday, August 30, 2018 - 11:30pm

Thursday, August 30th, 2018

 

Program:

6:30 pm - A'mal of Ghadir

7:45 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

Friday, August 24, 2018 - 3:00pm to Sunday, August 26, 2018 - 3:00pm

Aug 24th, 25th, 26th

Assemble Go-Karts as a Team - Build Camaraderie - Learn to Work Together & Follow Instructions - Have Fun!

Ages ~11-15 can register. Work together as a team to build a 6 horse power gas-powered go-kart under adult supervision.  First-Come, First-Serve registration.

Registration Deadline: Aug 10th, 2018

Register Now for Go-Kart Racing Project

 

Wednesday, August 22, 2018 - 2:15pm

Wednesday August 22, 2018

 

9:15 am - Dua e Nudba

9:45 am - Takbiraat

10:00 am - Eid Prayers led by H.I. Maulana Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi

Followed by Eid Khutba, Ziarat and Eid Brunch

 

 

Due to the expected large crowd we humbly request everyone to try and arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the Eid prayer to ensure that we can accommodate as many worshipers as possible and to follow the guidance of our volunteers inside and outside the building. We also humbly request those with little children that cannot pray to make use of the designated overflow areas to ensure the maximum number of worshipers can pray inside the Masjid hall.

Tuesday, August 21, 2018 - 11:30pm

Tuesday, August 21st, 2018

 

Program:

6:30 pm - A'mal of Arafat

8:00 pm - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

Sunday, August 12, 2018 - 3:00pm

10 am - Aug 12, 2018

Come together as a community to clean and tidy up our masjid.  Sisters and brothers of all ages are most welcome.  Kindly RSVP so we can plan accordingly. 

RSVP for the Masjid Clean Up Day

 

Sunday, July 29, 2018 - 12:00am

Saturday July 28 at 7 pm

  • 7:00 pm - Jashn
  • 8:30 pm - Maghrib & 'Isha Prayers
  • 9:00 pm - Tabarruk 

 

Friday, July 6, 2018 - 12:30am

Thursday, July 5, 2018

by Roshan Kassamali, PharmD; R.Ph.

7:30 pm to 8:30 pm before prayers

*** Please note that Du'a Kumayl will be recited in-between Maghrib & 'Isha prayers.  There will be no regular Thursday lecture. Refreshments will be provided. 

 

Saturday, June 23, 2018 - 6:30pm

Saturday June 23rd 2018 at 1:30 to 4:30 P.M. 

 

Baitul Ilm South Building.

Mothers and Daughters of all Ages are invited. 

 

For details, call or text

Amber Ali 815-979-6721.

 

Friday, June 15, 2018 - 12:30am

Program:

7:30 P.M. - Masjid opens

8:15 P.M. - Farewell Dua for Ramadan

8:45 P.M. - Magrib & Isha Prayers

9:15 P.M. - Iftaar

 

Thursday, June 14, 2018 - 1:45am

June 13, 2018 - 8:45 pm - BUI South Building - Ages 14 to 24
The girls of the BUI Youth Group would like to invite you to a tea party towards the end of Ramadan. It will be a tea party consisting of fun games, discussions, activities, and good food!

REGISTER NOW

 

 

Wednesday, June 13, 2018 - 12:45am

Open House Iftaar at Baitul Ilm

7:45 P.M. - Tuesday, June 12, 2018
Kindly register your guests:

Guest RSVP Form

 

Tuesday, June 12, 2018 - 10:30pm

Tuesday, June 12, 5:30-7:30 pm, BUI South Building
Ever had a flat while riding your bike or had your chain slip off the gears? Want to know how to clean your bike and adjust the brakes?  In this session, road bike racer, Hassan Najfi, will teach you all the basic maintenance tasks you need to keep riding this summer.

REGISTER NOW

Sunday, June 10, 2018 - 12:30am

"Once Upon a Ramadan Night" - For Daughters & Mothers - Bonding through games, activities, discussion, prayer, and suhoor.  Daughters ages ~ 6-13 years

Saturday, June 9, 2018 - Baitul Ilm Academy

REGISTER NOW

Friday, June 8, 2018 - 7:30pm

Friday June 8th, 2018 from 2:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. in the Baitulilm North Building

 

For more information

 

Please Contact

 

Sr. Rifaat Safdar at 630-888-1916

 

Friday, June 8, 2018 - 12:30am to Friday, June 8, 2018 - 8:32am

Thursday, June 7th, 2018

 

Program:

 

7:30 P.M. - Masjid Open

8:15 P.M. - Dua e Iftitah 

8:41 P.M. - Magrib prayers followed by Iftar

9:45 P.M. - Isha prayers followed by all night A’maal

2:45 A.M. - Suhoor

3:32 A.M. - Fajr Prayers

Monday, June 4, 2018 - 12:00am to Thursday, June 7, 2018 - 12:00am

Sunday, June 3rd - Wednesday, June 6th 2018

 

Program:

7:00 P.M. - Masjid Open

7:15 P.M. - Soz-o-Salam & Marsiya

7:30 P.M. - Speech by H.I. Shaykh Amir Mukhtar Faezi

8:38 P.M. - Magrib Prayers followed by Iftar Dinner

9:45 P.M. - Dua-e-Iftitah followed by Isha Prayers

 

Short A'maal of Shab-e-Qadr after Isha (Night of 19th & 21st Ramadan)

Saturday, June 2, 2018 - 3:00am to Saturday, June 2, 2018 - 5:30am

Brothers & Sisters - Indoor Hijab Friendly Fields - All Skill Levels Welcome - Soccer in the Spirit of Ramadan

June 1st, 2018 - 10 pm - 12:30 am
1141 Illinois 19, Schaumburg, IL 60193

REGISTER YOUR TEAM or REGISTER AS FREE AGENT

Thursday, May 31, 2018 - 11:00pm

Please join us in this worthwhile cause.  An interfaith community service event to pack and send food to hungry children abroad.  Open to all 5 years and above.  Each child under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult.  Registration required. 

Thursday, May 31st 6 pm - 7:30 pm
1072 National Pkwy, Schaumburg, IL 60173

REGISTER NOW

Thursday, May 31, 2018 - 12:00am

Wednesday, May 30th, 2018 (14th Ramadan)

 

Program:

7:00 P.M. - Masjid Open

7:30 P.M. - Jashn - Addressed by H.I. Shaykh Amir Mukhtar Faezi

8:35 P.M. - Magrib Prayers followed by Iftar Dinner

9:40 P.M. - Dua-e-Iftitah followed by Isha Prayers

 

Saturday, May 26, 2018 - 11:00pm

Saturday, May 26th, 2018

 

6:00 P.M. - South Building

Saturday, May 26, 2018 - 8:00am to Tuesday, May 29, 2018 - 12:00am

May 26 - May 28, 2018

Baitul Ilm will be hosting a three-day i'tikaf program. During i'tikaf, the worshiper devotes his or her time to worship and does not leave the masjid premises. This year's i'tikaf will start at Fajr on May 26th until sunset on May 28th. Please take a look at the attached booklet for more information on i'tikaf. If you would like to participate, please register at the below link. All participants must be 15 years of age or older. If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org or call at 630-890-6264.

I'tikaaf Booklet

Sign Up for I'tikaf

 

Saturday, May 26, 2018 - 12:45am to Sunday, May 27, 2018 - 12:45am

Support this good cause by spending on sweets and treats. All proceeds go to charity. Email us if you would like to contribute.

Iftaar Time - Friday & Saturday May 25 and May 26, 2018

Saturday, May 26, 2018 - 12:00am

Friday, May 25th, 2018 (9th Ramadan)

 

Program:

7:00 P.M. - Masjid Open

7:20 P.M. - Majlis - Speech by H.I. Shaykh Amir Mukhtar Faezi

8:31 P.M. - Magrib Prayers followed by Iftar Dinner

9:30 P.M. - Dua-e-Iftitah followed by Isha Prayers

Sunday, May 20, 2018 - 12:45am

In a fun, engaging manner, trained baligha girls will lead the Super Sabireen with chants, poems, duas, and ayaat of the Qur'an and messages from the lives of the Ahl al-Bayt.  Super Sabireen meet on Every Saturday and Sunday during the Month of Ramadan.  Youth Mentors meet additionally on Thursdays and Fridays for training.  

Super Sabireen ages 5-9
Youth Mentors ages 10-14

REGISTER NOW OR LEARN MORE

Saturday, May 19, 2018 - 12:45am

Every Friday & Saturday of the Month of Ramadan. No registration required. 

7:45 pm - Baitul Ilm Multipurpose Room

 

Friday, May 18, 2018 - 12:30am

These are self-paced programs for individuals in the community to read the Qur'an on their own. They will receive materials & logs to help them in the process. Adults & Youth encouraged to participate. Contact build.bui@gmail.com to register.

Reading Challenge Details | Word of the Day Details

Friday, May 18, 2018 - 12:00am

Dear Baitul Ilm community members, Assalam 'alaykum.

 

As the blessed month of Ramadan approaches, we ask Allah to purify our hearts and prepare our souls to be His guests. The days and nights of this month are a time of spiritual renewal, when we join together with our fellow believers in prayer and worship, and seek the betterment of both our own selves and our communities. To facilitate your preparation for Ramadan, we provide the following projection regarding the dates for this blessed month:

 

The first of the month of Ramadan this year will fall on Thursday, May 17, 2018. On this basis, the nights of Qadr are expected to be as follows:

eve of 19th of Ramadan: Sunday night, June 3, 2018

eve of 21st of Ramadan: Tuesday night, June 5, 2018

eve of 23rd of Ramadan: Thursday night, June 7, 2018

Eid al-Fitr (1st Shawwal, 1439) is expected to be on Friday, June 15, 2018.

 

Baitul Ilm will have regular programs every day during the month of Ramadan. We encourage all community members to attend the programs regularly and benefit from the spiritual, intellectual, as well as physical sustenance being offered. 

 

 

Thursday, May 17, 2018 - 5:00am

Dear community members,

Assalam alaykum.

    There were no reports of crescent sighting on Tuesday night anywhere in North America. As a result, the month of Ramadan will begin on Thursday, May 17, 2018. We pray for a blessed month of worship and devotion for all of our community members and all Muslims throughout the world.

 

Sulayman Hassan

 

Wednesday, May 16, 2018 - 11:00pm

Wednesday May 16th, 2018 6:00 pm 

6:00 pm Activities for Youth.  Socializing for Elders
8:00 pm Clean-Up, Prayer Prep, Moon Sighting
8:30 pm Prayer & Du'a for Sighting the Moon
Followed by Pizza & Potluck

No Cost but please register

Register for Moon Sighting Field-Day

 

Saturday, May 12, 2018 - 10:00pm

 

 

Explorers!

 

Session 2: "Orienteering"

 

Saturday May 12, 5-8 pm

 

 

In the age of GPS, maps may seem obsolete. But in the back-country, far from cell towers and chargers, it’s vital to be able to read a map and use a compass to find your way. We’ll learn the basics of orienteering and then navigate through a park in search of a cache of treasure. Kindly register. 

Who: Youth aged 10-16 
When: Saturday May 14, 5-8 pm.
Where: TBA
 
What is Explorers? Think scouting with a twist. The goal is to help boys and girls build life skills and outdoor savvy in an Islamic environment. They’ll learn how to build a fire, orienteer using a compass and map, maintain their bike, change a car tire, build with carpentry tools, mend their clothes, and much more. Sessions will be held at least once a month. Youth aged 10-16 are invited to participate.

Register for Explorers! Session 2

 

Sunday, May 6, 2018 - 4:00pm

Free Legal Workshop:

A Workshop on "Power of Attorneys" - For Adults of All Ages
 

Sunday May 6th
11 am - 1 pm -  Baitul Ilm South Building

Ask questions, seek advise, or receive guidance on forms important for end-of-life considerations

Register for Workshop

Frequently Asked Questions about Workshop

Example Forms & More Information

 

Saturday, May 5, 2018 - 1:00am

Open Gym - Basketball, Dodge Ball, Etc

Brothers: Friday May 4, 2018: 8 pm – 10 pm

Sisters: Saturday May 5, 2018: 11 am – 1 pm

 

 

$5.00 per person

 

Tuesday, May 1, 2018 - 1:06am

Monday, April 30th, 2018

 

A'maal will be held after the Magribain prayers at 8:06 P.M.

Saturday, April 21, 2018 - 11:00pm

Special Program Celebrating The Birth Anniversary of Imam Hussain (a) & Imam Sajjad (a)

Strong as a Mountain

Succeeding as a Muslim in Higher Education
 

6 pm April 21, 2018

 

Saturday, April 14, 2018 - 12:47am

Saturday, April 13th, 2018

 

7:47 PM - Magrib & Isha prayers

8:15 PM - Aamal (approximately 1 hour)

 

Friday, April 13, 2018 - 12:15am

Thursday, April 12th, 2018

 

7:15 PM - Dua-e-Kumail

7:45 PM - Magrib and 'Isha Prayers

8:05 PM - Majlis Addressed by H.I. Moulana Syed Sulayman Abidi

Friday, April 6, 2018 - 12:15am

Thursday, April 05, 2018

 

7:15 PM - Dua-e-Kumail

7:40 PM - Magrib and 'Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Majlis Addressed by H.I. Moulana Syed Sulayman Abidi

Monday, April 2, 2018 - 10:30pm

Monday, April 2nd 2018

 

5:30 PM - Majlis Addressed by Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir

 

Located in the Bait Ul Ilm South Building

Saturday, March 31, 2018 - 11:00pm

Saturday, March 31st 2018

 

6:00 PM - Jashn Adrressed by H.I. Moulana Syed Sulayman Abidi

7:32 PM - Magrib and 'Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Ziarat followed by Dinner

Saturday, March 24, 2018 - 7:00pm

Nurturing Self Discipline 

Inspirations from the life of Lady Fatima(sa)

 

Time - 2:00 PM

 

Baitul Ilm Ladies & Girls Milad

 

Program Highlights:

 

I am In Charge

 

A story time segment with some powerful messages on Self-Discipline from our young presenters.

 

 

The Greater Struggle

 

A theme based youth play with potential real life scenarios, comparing Controlled Self vs Uncontrolled Self.

 

 

Gift A Dress

 

As we celebrate the birthday of Lady Fatima Zahra(sa), let’s make an effort to follow her legacy and teachings. Join us in this noble cause by gifting a new or very gently used party dress to share with some struggling families with young girls. Kindly bring the dress in a hanger on the day of the Milad or hand it over to

 

Sr. Nida Abbas (562-650-8766) or Sr. Maira Zaidi (224-829-7512)

 

by March 31st, 2018.

 

For more details, contact: Sr. Nida Abbas, Sr. Maira Zaidi

Saturday, March 17, 2018 - 11:00pm

Saturday, March 17th, 2018

 

6:00 PM - Manqabat

6:15 PM - Speech by H.I. Moulana Syed Sulayman Abidi

7:17 PM - Magribain Prayers

7:45 PM - Ziarat & Tabarruk

Sunday, March 11, 2018 - 12:10am

Special Program for the Birth Anniversary of Lady Fatima Zahra

Towards a Culture of Confidence

Inspirations from the Life of Lady Fatima (s)

 

Saturday, March 10th, 2018

 

Saturday, March 10, 2018 - 11:00pm

Family-Friendly Children's Program

 

"The Superheroes that Changed My Life"

with Amin Aaser of Noor Kids

 

5:00 pm Saturday, March 10th, 2018 

 

A Family-Friendly storytelling event about the power of role models. This will be a 45 minute program.  Through stories and inspiring messages, youth will experience stories of notable role models among the Prophets and the Ahl al-Bayt that we can seek inspiration from in the hard times of our life.  Teaching patience, hope, perseverance, allowing us to overcome life's challenges with success. The youth will learn powerful lessons on building empathy for religious role-models.  When we put ourselves in the shoes of our role-models, we can extract life-changing lessons that will help guide us in our lives. Held prior to the Special Program for the Birth Anniversary of Lady Fatima (s). Appropriate for the whole family, geared towards children 8 and up. 

 

Saturday, February 17, 2018 - 7:00pm

Saturday, Feb 17th, 2018

Time: 1:00 P.M.

 

Speech will be addressed by Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir.

 

Friday, February 9, 2018 - 6:30pm

Dear Brothers and  Sisters,

Asalaamu'alaykum.  Baitul Ilm will be holding regularly scheduled Friday (Jumu'ah) Prayers (February 9th 2018)  However, we kindly ask that those traveling in unsafe conditions not feel compelled to attend the congregational prayers and should instead pray at home. Those who have decided to attend the congregational prayers should take every measure to ensure the safety and well-being of themselves and their families.

 

Baitul Ilm Academy 

 

Saturday, December 30, 2017 - 5:00pm

A Brothers Basketball Tournament for the Chicago community!  Compete for which 3-player team will win and compete for the trophy!

Date of Event: Dec 30, 2017 - 11 am start

Location: Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center (800 St. Charles Rd. Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Registration Fee:  $10 dollars per person.  Online registration required!  Register

Rules:
- Adult Bracket: Recommended age of 16 years or older
- Youth Bracket: Recommended ages of 12-15 years
- Teams can be a max of 4 players.  Only 3 players are allowed to play at a time.  Subs are allowed during the game. 
- Any team not available during a game will be forced to forfeit that game. 

Questions?  shia.chicago.united@gmail.com

Sponsored by:  •  IEC Hussaini  •  Baitul Ilm Academy  •  Irshad Learning Center

Register Your Team for the Tournament!

 

 

Saturday, December 2, 2017 - 7:00pm

Saturday, December 2nd, 2017

 

Time: 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. Followed by refreshments.

Location: Baitul Ilm South Building.

 

The program features a Youth-led Interactive Session, a Youth Skit, Poetry Recitations, an Enlightening Speech by Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir and a Special Presentation by Dr. Zainab Baig.

 

For sponsoring and other details, contact Sr. Nida Abbas (562)-650-8766 & Sr. Maira Zaidi (224)-829-7515

 

Tuesday, November 28, 2017 - 1:15am

Monday, November 27th, 2017

 

7:15 PM - Magrib & Isha prayers

7:45 PM - Jashn

 

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat with family are cordially invited to attend the program. 

 

Sunday, November 26, 2017 - 10:40pm

Sunday November 26th, 2017

 

4:40 PM - Magrib & Isha prayers

5:15 PM - Marthiya & Salaam

5:30 PM - Majlis

6:30 PM - Matam followed by Ziyarat

 

Wednesday, October 4, 2017 - 12:00am

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2017

 

Program

7:00 P.M. - Maghriban Prayers

7:30 P.M. - Majalis in English

English majlis will be addressed by H. I. Maulana Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi

8:35 P.M. - Majalis in Urdu

Urdu majlis will be addressed by H. I. Maulana Syed Mohammad Shabibul Husaini

 

Followed by Matam and Ziarat

Wednesday, October 4, 2017 - 12:00am

Tuesday October 3rd, 2017

 

7:00 P.M. - Maghriban Prayers

7:30 P.M. - Majlis in English

English majlis will be addressed by H. I. Maulana Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi

8:35 P.M. - Majlis in Urdu

Urdu majlis will be addressed by H. I. Maulana Syed Mohammad Shabib Al-Husaini

 

Followed by Matam and Ziarat

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Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 11:49pm

Sunday October 1st, 2017

 

6:49 P.M. - Maghib & Isha prayers

7:20 P.M. - Salam and Marthia

7:30 P.M. - Majalis Sham-e-Ghariban in Urdu by H.I. Syed Mohammad Shabib Al-Husaini (India)

 

Followed by Salam-e-Akhir, Matam and Ziarat

Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 1:00pm

Sunday October 1st, 2017

 

Ashura Program 

 

8:00 A.M - Amaal of Ashura (Break after Amaal to attend the Juloos)

 

Majalis for the Day of Ashura

 

2:30 P.M. - Zuhr and Asr Prayers

3:00 P.M. - Salaam & Marthia

3:15 P.M. - Shahadat Majalis in English by H.I. Maulana Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi

3:45 P.M. - Shahadat Majalis in Urdu by H.I. Maulana Syed Mohammad Shabib Al-Husaini (India)

 

Followed by Matam, Ziarat Ashura and Faqa Shikni

Saturday, September 30, 2017 - 3:15pm

"Help one another to piety and righteousness; do not help each other to enmity and sin. And fear God; surely God is mighty in retribution." - Quran 5:2

Asalaamu'alaykum!

Thank you all for your dedication to the Baitul Ilm Community. Volunteers are a vital part of all aspects of community life.  We are currently seeking to expand our volunteer teams to improve our services.  

Kindly register to help us find the right fit for your interests and talents. Men and women are needed for all the teams. 

May Allah reward you for your efforts. 

Baitul Ilm Academy

www.baitulilm.org
 
713.302.4446

 

Register to Become a Volunteer!

 

Saturday, September 23, 2017 - 12:30am to Friday, September 29, 2017 - 1:30am

September 22 - 28 7:30pm - 8:30pm in the lower level classrooms

 

Registration is limited. If interested please register with Sr. Kauser Gulamali at kauser_hamid@yahoo.com.

Pricing: $20 for the first child, $15 for additional children

 

Class A (4-6 years)

 

An intro to Muharram vocabulary, overview of Muharram, an interactive journey through Karbala, understanding the messages that can be learned from the characters of Imam Husayn, Sayyida Zainab, Hadrat Ali Asghar, Sayyida Sakina, Hadrat Abbas, Hadrat Ali Akbar and Imam Sajjad through stories, plays, crafts and much more! 

Teachers: Sr. Kausar Girniwala, Sr. Sidra Naqvi & Sr. Sara Kazmi

 

Class B (7-9 years)

 

Importance of Muharram and mourning, our religious obligations, analyzing the history that led to Karbala, lessons from the shuhada, linking Karbala to Imam Mahdi and much more through interactive stories, poetry and more! 

Teachers: Sr. Almas Ali, Sr. Saiyeda Hussain & Sr. Fatema Kanji

Saturday, September 23, 2017 - 12:00am to Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 2:00am

Friday, September 22nd, 2017 - Saturday, September 30, 2017

 

7:00 P.M. - Maghriban Prayers

7:30 P.M. - Majalis in English

English majlis will be addressed by H. I. Maulana Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi

8:35 P.M. - Majalis in Urdu

Urdu majlis will be addressed by H. I. Maulana Syed Mohammad Shabib Al-Husaini

 

Followed by Matam and Ziarat

Friday, September 1, 2017 - 2:15pm

Friday, September 1st, 2017

 

Program:

9:15 A.M. - Dua e Nudba

9:45 A.M. - Takbiraat

10:00 A.M. - Eid Prayers led by H.I. Maulana Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi

Followed by Eid Khutba, Ziarat and Eid Brunch

Friday, September 1, 2017 - 12:15am

Thursday, August 31st, 2017

 

Program:

7:15 P.M. - Dua al-Arafah

7:43 P.M. - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

8:15 P.M. - Majlis

Friday, August 25, 2017 - 11:00pm

Building brotherhood during an overnight camp at the masjid with fun and meaningful activities.  

Ages: 8-14 years

Date: Aug 25, 2017, 6 pm until Dhuhr prayer next day

Location: Baitul Ilm Campus
 

Learn More or Register Now

 

Friday, August 25, 2017 - 12:54am

Thursday, August 24th, 2017

 

Program:

7:54 P.M. - Magrib & Isha Prayers

8:20 P.M. - Majlis

Sunday, July 9, 2017 - 12:00am

To express the solidarity with the oppressed believers of Parachinar and around the globe, Baitul Ilm is holding a Majlis

 

Saturday, July 8th, 2017

Program

7.00 PM - Majlis

8.00 PM - Dinner, followed by Maghribain prayers

 

All community members from across Chicagoland are requested to attend.

 

Monday, June 26, 2017 - 2:15pm

Assalam alaykum.

    Eid mubarak to all members of the community.

    After careful consideration of the relevant astronomical data and reports of the crescent sighting, Baitul Ilm Academy has determined that Eid al-Fitr will be on Monday, June 26, 2017 according to the ruling of the respected jurists Sayyid Sistani, Shaykh Makarem Shirazi, and Sayyid Khamenei.

    Based on the majority ruling of our respected jurists, Baitul Ilm will hold the Eid prayers on Monday, June 26. We encourage all members of the community to attend the congregational service and share in the prayers and worship of this auspicious occasion.

    We pray to Allah to shower His grace and favor on all believers on this blessed day, and to accept all of our worship, prayers, and good deeds. May it be a day of rejoicing and peace for the Muslims community and for all of humanity.

The Eid program details are as follows:

9:15 A.M. - Dua e Nudba

9:45 A.M. - Takbiraat

10:00 A.M. - Eid Prayers Followed by Eid Khutba, Ziarat and Eid Brunch

Friday, June 23, 2017 - 12:00am

Requirements

  • For boys and girls ages 10 - 16
  • Should be able to recite Qur'an without assistance
  • Should know basic rules of Tajweed and Makharij

First Round Thursday June, 8th
Final Round Thursday June, 22nd

Click here to Register

Questions: Contact Br. Kazim Hussain 952-594-1581 / skazimhussain@gmail.com

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Thursday, June 22, 2017 - 8:39am to Sunday, June 25, 2017 - 1:37am

Baitulilm will be hosting a three-day i'tikaf program. During i'tikaf, the worshiper devotes his or her time to worship and does not leave the masjid premises. This year's i'tikaf will start at Fajr on Thursday, June 22nd (27th of Ramadan) to sunset on Saturday June 24th (29th of Ramadan).  Please take a look at the attached booklet for more information on i'tikaf. If you would like to participate, please register at the below link. All participants must be 15 years of age or older. If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org or call at 630-890-6264

 

Click here to download the i'tikaf booklet

 

Baitulilm I'tikaf Sign up Form

 

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Thursday, June 22, 2017 - 12:45am

7:45 PM - Presentations

8:46 PM - Congregational Prayer

9:00 PM - Dinner

 

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Tuesday, June 20, 2017 - 12:30am to Wednesday, June 21, 2017 - 1:30am

Description: A new series of classes that will focus on developing the skills of our youth.  Classes will be taught by fellow community members skilled in various fields.  The first class is about Cross-Stiching.  If you would like to volunteer to teach a particular class in an area you are skilled in, kindly contact: Sr. Kauser Gulamali - build.bui@gmail.com / 224-595-2721

 

Dates: June 19 and 20, 7:30 - 8:30 pm

 

Ages: 9+

 

Cost: $10 / child

 

Please Register: To register, contact: Sr. Kauser Gulamali at build.bui@gmail.com or 224-595-2721

 

 

 

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Monday, June 19, 2017 - 11:00pm

Monday June 19th, 2017 from 6 PM to 11 PM in the Baitulilm Nouth Building

For more information

Please Contact

Sr. Rifaat Safdar at 630-888-1916

 

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Sunday, June 18, 2017 - 10:00pm

Sunday June 18th 5 pm - BUI lower level School Lobby
 

We will partner with Hunger Van to make 200 meals for the hungry in our local area.  Open to youth and adults 5 yrs and older.  Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.  Let us know you would like to help!  youth.programs@baitulilm.org

 

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Friday, June 16, 2017 - 3:15am

Thurs, June 15th, 2017

Program

A’amal of 21st will begin at 10:15 PM and last approximately one hour.

 

Wednesday, June 14, 2017 - 3:15am

Tue, June 13th, 2017

Program

A’amal of 19th will begin at 10:15 PM and last approximately one hour.

 

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Wednesday, June 14, 2017 - 12:00am to Saturday, June 17, 2017 - 2:00am

Tue, June 13th Through Fri. June 16th

Program

7:00 PM - Masjid Open for Individual Worship

7:30 PM - Majlis

8:44 PM - Magrib prayers

Followed by Iftar, Dua-e-Iftitah and Isha Prayers

Sunday, June 11, 2017 - 11:00pm

Family Eid Toy Drive and Workshop

Full Flyer - Register Now

Date & Time: Sunday June 11, 6 pm to 7:30 pm

Description: Help bring smiles this Eid to our neighbors in the Chicagoland area.

Bring your children, and a brand new toy in original packages, unopened, for a child between ages 3 and 12.  We cannot accept any opened or used toys, no glass, no guns, no clothing.  A good opportunity to take your child to the store and have them pick out a toy they would want for themselves, a fantastic lesson in giving! Children will decorate the gifts and make an Eid card with help from our volunteers.  Gifts will be delivered to low-income and refugee families in the Chicagoland area.

Location: Baitul Ilm

Registration Fee: No Cost
 

Registration Required!

 

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Sunday, June 11, 2017 - 4:00am to Sunday, June 11, 2017 - 8:30am

Mother Daughter All Nighter at the Masjid

 

A unique night of bonding through games, activities, discussion, prayer and suhoor

 

Saturday June 10th, 11:00 pm to Fajr

 

This is a sisters only event.  Registration is required to attend.  Activities will be geared for mothers and their daughters between the ages of 6 and 13.

We request younger children not attend this event.

Once you have registered you will receive event details 48 hours prior.  This will include a link to sign up to bring shoot.  Looking forward to a memorable night. 

 

Questions for Heena & Saiyeda: youth.programs@bailtulilm.org

Register at: https://goo.gl/forms/YjmZSI6owvs9tqPH3

 

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Saturday, June 10, 2017 - 2:00am to Sunday, June 11, 2017 - 4:00am

Description: Enjoy pickup games for kids, youth, and adults down the street at the Streamwood Community Center Gym on Barlett Rd. Recommended age is 10+. Parents are responsible for dropping-off and picking up youth to gym

 

Dates:  

Sister's Nights: June 9 & 24

Brother's Nights: June 10 & 23

 

Time: 9 pm - 11 pm (After maghrib prayer & breaking your fast)

 

Location: Down the street from BUI. 1 min drive to Streamwood Community Center Gym (777 S. Bartlett Road, Streamwood, IL)

 

Registration Fee: $5 per person - Pay on arrival

 

Questions? Contact Azhar Sheraze - asheraze@baitulilm.org

 

 

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Saturday, June 10, 2017 - 12:00am

Friday, June 9th, 2017

7:00 PM - Masjid opens for Individual recitation

7:30 PM - Jashn

8:42 PM - Magrib Prayers

Followed by Iftar, Dua-e-Iftitah and Isha Prayers

 

Friday, June 9, 2017 - 10:45pm

Feed My Starving Children Interfaith Food Packaging Event

Full Flyer Register Now

Date & Time: Friday June 9th 5:45 - 7:30pm 

Description: Please join us in celebrating the birth of Imam Hassan (as) with this worthwhile cause.  An interfaith community service event to pack and send food to hungry children abroad.  Open to all 5yrs and above.  Each child under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult in order to attend. 

Location: 1072 National Pkwy Schaumburg, IL 60173 | Directions 

Registration Fee: No Cost to Volunteer

Learn about FMSC: www.fmsc.org
 

Registration Required!

 

 

Monday, June 5, 2017 - 12:00am

Sunday, June 4th, 2017

7:00 PM - Masjid opens for individual worship

7:30 PM - Majlis 

8:39 PM - Magrib Prayers

Followed by Iftar, Dua-e-Iftitah and Isha Prayers

 

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Saturday, June 3, 2017 - 11:00pm

Saturday, June 3rd, 2017 - 6:00 p.m.

 

6:00 p.m. - Ladies Majlis
Majlis will be held in Baitul Ilm South Building and will be addressed by Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir.
Note: Majlis will end before the Lecture starts in the North Building.

 

 

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Saturday, June 3, 2017 - 1:32am to Sunday, June 4, 2017 - 1:32am

Friday June 2nd and Saturday June 3rd at iftar time - BUI Banquet Hall
 

Please volunteer!  In a few day we will be going to Feed My Starving Children for an interfaith event to package meals to send to hungry children abroad.  Please bake and purchase at this event to support his worthy cause.  If you would like to volunteer to bake for this event please email: 
youth.programs@baitulilm.org

 

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Friday, June 2, 2017 - 5:30am

Description: Soccer night for the entire Chicago community, brothers & sisters, all skill levels welcome!  Indoor, Hijaab friendly fields.  Fun Pick-up games.  Four fields for Adult Mens, Adult Women, Girls, and Boys.  

 

Date of Event: June 2nd, 2017, 10:30 pm - 12:30 am

 

Location: Schaumburg Sports Center - 1141 IL-19, Schaumburg, IL 60193

 

Registration Fee: Players over 14 years old are $10 per person.  Players under 14 years old is $5 per person

 

Register Online:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeX46DlPV6tHuCt6Yg7Q2kIAMmqNuR_JmO4RBpTwU6Svqs0mQ/viewform

 

Questions?  Contact Azhar Sheraze - asheraze@baitulilm.org

 

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Friday, June 2, 2017 - 12:00am to Friday, June 9, 2017 - 1:30am

B.U.I.L.D. is pleased to announce it is hosting its annual summer camp this year.

Like last year, this year's camp, BUILD My Imaan Camp will be conducted in the month of Ramadan from June 1st - June 8th from 7:00 to 8:30 PM

Kindly refer to the flyer for more details. All of camp's activities will be fun, hands-on and age appropriate for children ages 2-10 while touching upon themes of success in this world and the Hereafter.

Limited spots available! Deadline to register is May 8th, 2017.

To register, contact: Sr. Kauser Gulamali at build.bui@gmail.com or 224-595-2721

Also, stay tuned for a new series of classes called, "BUILD My Skills" geared towards the older children. More info to follow soon, insha Allah!

 

Friday, June 2, 2017 - 12:00am to Thursday, June 8, 2017 - 1:30am

Description: 6-day youth program held concurrently to the BUILD children's program.  Kalam Club is an fun and engaging youth program similar to “Toastmasters,” with a fun twist! Participants will learn to creatively address and present on serious and silly topics relating to their experience as Muslim Americans.

 

Ages: 10-14 years old

 

Dates of Program: 7:00 pm June 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8 

 

Registration Fee: $10 dollars

 

Deadline to register: May 25

 

Please Register Now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeA0W0g2VTJQWkGUYRjAhLYvZG__Z9EouQKYVr2NK-vutDgng/viewform

 

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Thursday, June 1, 2017 - 12:30am

This year along with the Reading Challenge that involves listening, reading and memorizing surahs of the Quran, an additional challenge has been introduced to engage and reflect on the message of the Quran. Children as well as adults can participate in the program!


A fun scavenger hunt, a self-improvement goal and a creative challenge await you. 



Deadline to register was the 3rd of Ramadan / 29th May, but now has been extended to 5th Ramadan / 31st May. 



This is a free program sustained by donations.  



All participants will receive gifts on the night of Eid, insha Allah. Signed logs are due by 27th Ramadan / June 22nd (No exceptions).



Refer to the flyer for more details.



Register to receive the logs and packets, insha Allah. 



Registration form has been attached.

 

Monday, May 29, 2017 - 1:32am

Sunday May 28th at Iftar time 
BUI Banquet Hall

 

Our masjid's youth will be selling sundaes to collect funds to make meals for the hungry.  Sundaes will be $5 each.  May Allah reward you for your generosity. 

 

Saturday, May 27, 2017 - 5:00am

It has been confirmed that Saturday, May 27th, 2017 is the 1st of Ramadan.

We wish everyone a blessed month of Ramadan.

 

Saturday, May 27, 2017 - 12:30am to Monday, June 26, 2017 - 1:30am

Description: This program is all throughout Month of Ramadan, and is a fun way to engage young children who are self-interested in fasting. We will chart each child’s progress, recite du’a, and open fast as a group at iftar times. 

 

Age: 5 to 9 yrs old

 

Deadline to register: Registration will close on the 3rd of Ramadan or when we have 40 registrants

 

Registration Fee: $20

 

Register Online or in person
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDoUDugmBswjzs2rGkuRmTP5HOxYOOF3wmfN-f_BHXb7d6-w/viewform?c=0&w=1

 

Friday, May 26, 2017 - 11:00pm

Description: Fun field activities and games, and searching for the moon as a community!  

 

Date: May 26th, 6:00pm

 

Registration Fee: $10/family

 

Deadline to register: May 23, 2017

 

 

Please Registerhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB6WGlHKN-RN7rq6ViGZBMQ84NgTohu3Xhj6_6cNkzrZ4gtw/viewform

 

Saturday, May 20, 2017 - 6:30pm

Saturday, May 20th 2017 

Location: Baitul Ilm North Building

Time: 1:30 PM

 

Saturday, May 13, 2017 - 1:18am

Friday, May 12th, 2017

8:18 PM - Maghrib & Isha prayers

8:45 PM - Jashn

10:00 PM - Dinner

 

Friday, May 12, 2017 - 1:17am

Thursday, May 11th, 2017

8:17 PM - Magrib & Isha prayers

8:45 PM - Aamal 

 

Saturday, May 6, 2017 - 11:45pm

Saturday, May 6th, 2017

6:45 PM - Jashn

8:12 PM - Magrib and Isha prayers

8:45 PM - Dinner

 

Sunday, April 23, 2017 - 11:30pm

Youth Activity Description: Boys capture the flag, which is a competitive team sport that involves running, shooting darts, and pizza.

Location: South Building or shopping center

Date: Sunday April 23, 2017 at 6:30 pm-Maghrib.  This would be before the Mab'ath a'maal

 

Saturday, April 22, 2017 - 12:55am

Friday, April 21st, 2017

7:55 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

8:25 PM - Marthiya

8:35 PM - Majlis addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Saturday, April 15, 2017 - 12:48am

Friday, April 14th, 2017

7:48 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

8:15 PM - Marthiya

8:30 PM - Majlis addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Wednesday, April 12, 2017 - 9:30pm

There will be a ladies and girls majlis at Baitul Ilm to commemorate the martyrdom of Syeddah Zainab(SA), on Wednesday, April 12th, 2017

Time: 4:30 PM

Location: Baitul Ilm South Building.

Majlis will be addressed by Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir.

 

Saturday, April 8, 2017 - 11:00pm

Saturday, April 8th, 2017

6:00 PM - Quran Recitation

6:10 PM - Manqabat

6:30 PM - Jashn addressed by Maulana Abidi

7:41 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

8:15 PM - Tabarruk in the banquet hall

 

Saturday, April 1, 2017 - 12:32am

Friday, March 31st, 2017

7:32 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Marthiya

8:15 PM - Majlis addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Saturday, March 25, 2017 - 12:30am

Friday, March 24th, 2017

7:30 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Manqabat

8:15 PM - Jashn addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Saturday, March 18, 2017 - 12:30am

Friday, March 17th, 2017

7:30 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Manqabat

8:15 PM- Speech 

9:15 PM- Tabarruk (to go or in the banquet hall)

 

Saturday, March 18, 2017 - 12:30am

Friday, March 17th, 2017

7:30 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Manqabat

8:15 PM - Jashn addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Saturday, March 11, 2017 - 2:30pm

Saturday March 11th, 2017

 

How to Register: Each member must sign up online for the build day(s). Please see the attached PDF for more information.

 

Volunteers can register at: http://www.volunteerup.com/Login.asp?w=i&o=175

 

Saturday, March 4, 2017 - 7:00pm

Saturday, March 4th, 2017 at 1:00 P.M.

There will be a ladies and girls majlis at Baitul Ilm to commemorate the martyrdom of Syeddah Fatima Al-Zahra(SA), on Saturday, March 4th, 2017.

Time: 1:00 P.M.

Location: Baitul Ilm South Building.

Majlis will be addressed by Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir.

Saturday, February 4, 2017 - 1:30am

Friday, February 3rd, 2016

7:30 PM - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Qasida & Manqabat

8:15 PM - Jashn of Lady Zainab (S.A.)

 

Saturday, January 21, 2017 - 3:00pm

 

This program is a ladies only event. Sisters are highly encouraged to participate.

Date: Saturday, January 21st, 2016

How to Register: Each member must sign up online for the build day(s). Please see the attached PDF for more information.

 

Saturday, January 14, 2017 - 11:00pm

Saturday, January 14th, 2017

 

5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

 

In honor of the passing of Ayatullah Hashemy Rafsanjani and the first anniversary of the martyrdom of Shaykh Nimr Baqir al-Nimr

 

A combined tribute organized by:

 

Ahl al-Bayt Center

 

IEC Hussaini

 

Irshad Learning Center

 

MASOM

 

Baitul Ilm Academy

 

Sunday, January 8, 2017 - 12:30am

You are requested to join us in the Mujlis-e-Esal-e -Thwab for Syed Irfan Hussain, Beloved Father of Dr Rehan Hussain & Dr Adnan Hussain and younger brother of Syed Itrat Hussain, Syed Musarrat Hussain & Dr Shahwar Fatima Syed on 01-07-2017 at Baitulilm Streamwood. 

 

Program of Majlis is as follows:

  • 6:30 PM - Maghribain prayers 
  • 7:00 PM - Marthia
  • 7:10 PM - Majlis in Urdu 
  • 8:00 PM - Dinner with Duas 

 

Saturday, January 7, 2017 - 1:30am

Friday, January 6th, 2016

Program

7:30 PM - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Qasida

8:15 PM - Jashn addresed by Maulana Faezi

 

Saturday, December 31, 2016 - 8:00pm

Saturday, December 31st, 2016

Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Followed by refreshments.

Location: South Building.

The program features a youth skit, an interactive session, poetry recitations, an enlightening speech by Khanum Maryam Ali Tahir and a special presentation by Dr. Shahwar Fatima Syed. 

 

Monday, December 26, 2016 - 4:00pm

Saturday, December 26th 2015

 

The Muslim Group of USA and Canada & The Ahl Al-Bayt Forum

Cordially invite you to the 4th Annual Ahl Al-Bayt Forum

 

Muhammad: Reclaiming The Narrative

 

To be held at the Westin Lombard

70 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, IL 60148

 

Program

10:00 AM to 11:30 AM - Can We Know the Prophet?

03:00 PM to 04:30 PM - Defending the Prophet

06:00 PM to 07:30 PM - The Continuing Legacy of the Prophet

 

Forum Panelists

Shaykh Amir Mukhtar Faezi of Baitul Ilm Academy

Sayyid Sulayman Hassan of Ahl al-Bayt Islamic Seminary

Sayyid Rizwan Rizvi of Masjid-e Ali

Shaykh Hamza Sodagar of Amir al-Mu'minin Seminary

Dr. John Morrow of Ivy Tech

Professor Aun Hasan Ali of the University of Colorado

Nebil Husayn of Princeton University
Emann Allebban of McGill University

Sunday, December 18, 2016 - 10:38pm

Majlis Esaal Thawab of Marhooma Munawwar Zahra
(Mother of Dr.Aqil Ahmed Khan and Mother-in-Law of Mrs. Zarin Haidri Khan)
Program Details

  • 4:38 PM - Maghribain prayers
  • 5:15 PM - Quran khawani
  • 5:45 PM - Marthia
  • 6:00 PM - Majlis in Urdu

 
All are requested to attend.

Saturday, December 17, 2016 - 10:38pm

Saturday, December 17th 2016

 

Program:

4:38 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

5:15 PM - Milad Conference

7:30 PM - Dinner

 

The speakers for this year will be:

Dr. Azhar Quader the Executive Director of the Compassionate Care Network.

Maulana Sulayman - President of the Ahl Al-Bayt Islamic Seminary

 

Saturday, December 17, 2016 - 10:38pm

Saturday, December 17th 2016

 

Program:

4:38 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

5:15 PM - Milad Conference

7:30 PM - Dinner

 

The speakers for this year will be:

Dr. Azhar Quader the Executive Director of the Compassionate Care Network.

Maulana Sulayman - President of the Ahl Al-Bayt Islamic Seminary

 

Saturday, December 10, 2016 - 1:30am

Friday, December 9th, 2016

 

Program:

7:30 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Qasida

8:15 PM - Jashn addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Thursday, December 8, 2016 - 1:30am

Wednesday, December 7th, 2016

 

7:30 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Marthiya

8:15 PM - Majlis addressed by Maulana Faezi

9:15 PM - Matam followed by Ziyarat and tabarruk

 

Sunday, November 20, 2016 - 2:30am

The Arbaeen Vigil is a youth program for children that aims to help the very young experience the inspirational message of all those who sacrificed on the day of Ashura.

Families and their children are most welcome.

 

Thursday, November 17, 2016 - 6:00pm to Monday, November 21, 2016 - 2:00am

All donations will be sent to a local inter-faith food pantry.

 

Bring your non-perishable items and personal hygiene items to the boxes labeled Food Drive by the main entrance by November 20, 2016

 

Suggested Donations: Non-perishable canned food, cereal, small bags of rice, pasta, toothpaste, toothbrushes, baby food/cereal, diapers, baby wipes, toilet paper, paper towels, cookies, crackers.

 

“And they give food out of love for Him to the poor, and the orphan, and the captive.” -Surah 76, Ayat 8

 

Sunday, November 6, 2016 - 12:30am

Saturday, November 5th 2016

Program begins at 7:00 PM

An evening of art and poetry in commemoration of the events of Karbala.  We will honor the family of the Prophet (s) through varied mediums of expression: spoken word, visual art, dramatic performance, etc.

 

If you or your child is interested in making a piece of art, presenting a piece of poetry, or anything else relating to the events of Karbala, events thereafter or an aspect of Islam, please submit the writing piece, visual presentation or a picture of the work to: youth.programs@baitulilm.org

 

Our youth group will also host a refreshment table & sale to raise money for Hunger Van / Muslims Against Hunger.  If you would like to participate to make, bake or donate food items to the refreshment sale please contact: youth.programs@baitulilm.org

 

Saturday, October 29, 2016 - 12:00am to Sunday, October 30, 2016 - 2:00am

Friday, October 28th and Saturday, October 29th 2016

 

Featuring a guest speaker, Hujjatul Islam Maulana Asghar Shaheedi from Karachi, Pakistan.
 

Program:

7:00 PM - Maghrib and Isha prayers

7:40 PM - Marthia

8:00 PM - Majlis in English by Hujjatul Islam Maulana Asghar Shaheedi

9:00 PM - Matam followed by Ziarat and tabarruk

 

Wednesday, October 12, 2016 - 1:00pm

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

(10th Muharram 1438 AH)

 

Aa'maal e Ashura

8:00 AM - Aa'maal of the day of Ashura

 

Break after Aa'maal to attend the Juloos

 

Majlis Yom e Ashura

2:30 PM - Dhuhr and Asr Prayers

3:00 PM - Majlis Shahadat - Speech in English by H.I. Maulana Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi

Followed by Matam, Ziarat A'shura and Faqa Shikni

 

Majlis Sham e Ghariban

6:31 PM - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

7:00 PM - Majlis Sham e Ghariban - Speech in Urdu by H.I. Maulana Syed Mahir Hussain Zaidi

Followed by Salam e Akhir, Mataam, Ziarat & Tabarruk

Saturday, October 8, 2016 - 6:00pm

Ladies Majalis will be held in the South building hall this year.

 

The series of Majalis will begin on Saturday October 8th at 1pm and will continue every Saturday at 1pm throughout Muharram/Safar.

 

Please join us in giving our condolences to Lady Fatima (SA)

Monday, October 3, 2016 - 12:40am to Monday, October 10, 2016 - 1:40am

Kids Workshop Ages 4-9 (see youth section for registration details: space limited)

Monday October 3rd - Sunday October 9th

7:40pm to 8:40pm

 

Youth Presentations Ages 10-14

Sunday October 2nd - Friday October 7th

7:40pm to 8:40pm

Monday, October 3, 2016 - 12:00am to Friday, October 14, 2016 - 2:45am

Azadari of Sayyidul Shuhada Imam Hussain (A.S.) is not only the best means for seeking the pleasure of Allah and his messenger (S.A.) it is the most effective forum for educating ourselves about our faith, our values,our heritage and history.

Imam Hussain (A.S.) and his sacrifice are symbols of peaceful and true reform and demonstration of one's duty toward God and humanity.

 

Baitul Ilm will be holding bilingual majalis in English, Urdu, and Muharram workshops for children, from Sunday, October 2nd 2016 through Thursday, October 13th 2016, inshallah.

 

Details of daily program are listed below:

7:00 PM - Maghrib and Isha prayers

7:40 PM - Marthia in Urdu

8:00 PM - Majlis in Urdu by Hujjatul Islam Maulana Syed Mahir Hussain Zaidi

8:50 PM - Announcements

9:00 PM - Majlis in English by Hujjatul Islam Maulana Syed Sulayman Abidi

9:45 PM - Matam followed by Ziarat and tabarruk

 

All community members are humbly urged to sponsor or co-sponsor the majalis or contribute to our Muharram-Safar fund.

To sponsor or co-sponsor the majalis, please contact Sr. Fatima Walji at 847-736 1911

Kindly make your checks payable to IMAMI 

and mail them to

485 S.Bartlett Road

Streamwood, IL 60107

or put it in a marked box for the Muharram-Safar fund. 

 

During Muharram, if you have any questions or feedback please feel free to contact any of the following, 

Br. Jawad Hussain, Chairmain Board of Directors, at 630-890-6264

Br. Sajjad Zaidi. Program Director, at 224-829-7515

Sr. Fatima Walji, Director For Sponsorships, at 847-736-1911

 

Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 1:00pm

269 Anne St, Elgin, IL 60123

How to Register: Each member must sign up online for the build day(s).

The date is normal 8:30 am to 4:00 pm workday. Go ahead and sign up early so we can rest assured that we have fulfilled our commitment to Habitat. And if you sign up, please do not pull out last minute.

Volunteers should go to the Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley

https://www.volunteerup.com/Login.asp?w=i&o=175

Find the date and sign up.

Questions: Contact Shaykh Rizwan Arastu (rarastu@gmail.com)

 

Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 12:30am

Friday, September 16th 2016

Program

7:30 PM - Maghibain Prayers

8:00 PM - Milad of 10th Imam (A.S.)

 

Monday, September 12, 2016 - 2:20pm

Monday, September 12th, 2016

 

The Eid program is as follows:

9:20 AM - Dua Nudba 

9:50 AM - Takbirat 

10:00 AM - Eid Prayer 

10:20 AM - Eid Khutba

Followed by Ziyarat, Eid greetings and Refreshment

Sunday, September 11, 2016 - 11:00pm

Sunday, September 11th 2016

6:00 PM - Du'a Al-A'rafah followed by Maghrib-Isha prayers

 

Saturday, September 10, 2016 - 12:27am

Friday, September 9th 2016

7:27 PM - Maghrib-Isha prayers followed by a Majlis

Saturday, September 3, 2016 - 12:39am

Friday, September 2nd 2016

 

Program

7:39 PM - Maghrib Prayer

8:10 PM - Marthiya

8:20 PM - Speech

 

Sunday, August 21, 2016 - 3:00pm

Sunday, August 21st 2016 at 10 AM

 

Presentation and Q/A by H.I. Maulana Mukhtar Faezi

 

Saturday, August 13, 2016 - 1:12am

Friday, August 12th 2016

 

Program:

8:12 PM - Maghrib Prayers

8:40 PM - Manqabat

8:50 PM - Speech

 

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat are coordially invited to attend the program.

 

Saturday, July 30, 2016 - 1:29am

Friday, July 29th 2016

Program:

8:29 PM - Maghrib Prayer

9:00 PM - Martihia

9:10 PM - Majlis

10:00 PM - Ziarat and Tabarruk

Saturday, July 9, 2016 - 1:00pm

450 N. Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123

How to Register: Each member must sign up online for the build day(s).

The date is normal 8:30 am to 4:00 pm workday. Go ahead and sign up early so we can rest assured that we have fulfilled our commitment to Habitat. And if you sign up, please do not pull out last minute.

Volunteers should go to the Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley

https://www.volunteerup.com/Login.asp?w=i&o=175

Find the date and sign up.

Questions: Contact Shaykh Rizwan Arastu (rarastu@gmail.com)

 

Wednesday, July 6, 2016 - 2:15pm

The moon sighting for Eid al-Fitr has been confirmed and therefore Wednesday, July 6th 2016, will be the day of Eid al-Fitr.

May Allah SWT accept the fasting, prayers and charity of everyone and make this Eid joyful and fulfilling for all Muslims around the globe.

Kindly include in your celebrations the elderly, the destitute and the financially less fortunate, as an act of Islamic care and kindness as well.

Zakat al-Fitr for this year is calculated to be $12 per person at a minimum.

The Eid program is as follows:

9:15 AM - Dua Nudba

9:45 AM - Takbirat

10:00 AM (sharp) - Eid Prayer

To be followed by Khutba, Ziyarat, Eid greetings and refreshments

 

Wednesday, July 6, 2016 - 5:00am

We pray to Allah to accept the prayers of the faithful during this noble month of Ramadan. May Eid al-Fitr this year bring God's blessings, peace, and grace to Muslims throughout the world and to all of humanity.

 

The following announcement regarding Eid al-Fitr is for the convenience of our community members and to facilitate preparing for the day of Eid.

 

Based on astronomical models of the crescent visibility, we can state with a high degree of probability that Wednesday, July 6, 2016 will likely be the first day of Shawwal and the day of Eid al-Fitr for believers throughout the United States and Canada.

 

Please note that the definitive determination of Eid depends on reports of the moon sighting, and a final announcement regarding Eid al-Fitr will be posted on Baitul Ilm's website by 10 PM on Tuesday, July 5, 2016.

 

Saturday, July 2, 2016 - 10:00pm

Help bring smiles this Eid to low income and refugee families in the Chicagoland area.
Bring your children, and a brand new toy in original packages, unopened, for a child between ages 3 and 12.  We cannot accept any opened or used toys, no glass, no guns, no clothing.  A good opportunity to take your child to the store and have them pick out a toy they would want for themselves, a fantastic lesson in giving!

Children will decorate the gifts and make an Eid card with help from our volunteers.  Please register at this LINK TO REGISTER

Questions or would like to volunteer of the event please contact Sr. Heena at youth.programs@baitulilm.org

Saturday, July 2, 2016 - 10:00pm

Help bring smiles this Eid to low income and refugee families in the Chicagoland area.

 

Bring your children, and a brand new toy in original packages, unopened, for a child between ages 3 and 12.  We cannot accept any opened or used toys, no glass, no guns, no clothing.  A good opportunity to take your child to the store and have them pick out a toy they would want for themselves, a fantastic lesson in giving!

 

Children will decorate the gifts and make an Eid card with help from our volunteers.  Please register at this LINK TO REGISTER

 

Questions or would like to volunteer of the event please contact Sr. Heena at youth.programs@baitulilm.org

 

Saturday, July 2, 2016 - 5:00am to Monday, July 4, 2016 - 5:00am

Saturday July 2nd to Monday July 4th 2016

 

Baitulilm will be hosting a three-day i'tikaf program. During i'tikaf, the worshiper devotes his or her time to worship and does not leave the masjid premises. This year's i'tikaf will start at Fajr on Saturday July 2nd (26th of Ramadan) to sunset on Monday July 4th (28th of Ramadan).  Please take a look at the attached booklet for more information on i'tikaf. If you would like to participate, please register at the below link. All participants must be 15 years of age or older. If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org or call at 630-890-6264

 

Click here to download the i'tikaf booklet
 
Baitulilm I'tikaf Sign up Form

 

Wednesday, June 29, 2016 - 1:00am to Wednesday, June 29, 2016 - 8:34am

Program:

8:00 PM - Masjid opens for individual worship

8:20 PM - Dua Iftitah

8:45 PM - Maghrib Prayer

9:00 PM - Iftaar

9:45 PM - Isha Prayer

10:00 PM - All Night Aamal Program for Laylatul Qadr

3:34 AM - Fajr Prayer

 

The believers are encouraged to come to the Masjid and pray together for forgiveness from Allah (SWT) and request His blessings and bounties on this Grand Night that comes only once in a year.

 

Saturday, June 25, 2016 - 1:00am to Monday, June 27, 2016 - 4:15am

Program:

8:00 PM - Masjid opens for individual worship

8:20 PM - Dua Iftitah

8:45 PM - Maghrib Prayer

9:00 PM - Iftaar

9:45 PM - Isha Prayer

10:00 PM - Majlis

11:15 PM - Aamaal of the 19th and 21st of Laylatul Qadr

 

The Aamal of the 19th & 21st nights of Ramadan will be Friday June 24th and Sunday June 26 and will last approximately 1 hour.

Tuesday, June 21, 2016 - 10:45pm

Location: 1072 National Pkwy, Schaumburg, IL

 

Please join us in celebrating the birth of Imam Hasan (as) with this worthwhile cause.  An interfaith community service event to pack and send food to hungry children abroad .  Open to all 5yrs and above.  Each child under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult in order to attend.

 

If you cannot make the 21st, we have a 2nd date in which we will collaborate in an intermasjid/interfaith packing event on June 29th at 6pm, same venue.

 

June 21st sign up HERE

 

June 29th sign up HERE 

Tuesday, June 21, 2016 - 1:00am

Monday, June 20th, 2016

 

Program:

8:00 PM - Masjid open for individual worship & youth lecture (8pm to 8:40pm)

8:20 PM - Dua Iftitah

8:45 PM - Maghrib & Isha Prayers

9:05 PM - Iftaar

9:50 PM - Jashn 

 

Sunday, June 19, 2016 - 3:30am to Sunday, June 19, 2016 - 8:00am

Sisters ages 13 - 24 are invited to a special program in which we will strengthen the bonds of sisterhood through activities, spiritual discussion and reflection, and preparation of the suhoor meal together.

 

Sisterhood Spirituality and Suhoor sign up HERE

Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 11:00pm

Saturday, June 18th, 2016

 

From 6pm to 8pm and from 9pm to 10pm in the North building For more information or to request a stall please contact Sr. Rifaat Safdar at 630-625-6298

 

Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 2:00am

We are going to Feed My Starving Children for an interfaith event to package meals to send to hungry children abroad.  Please bake and purchase at this event to support his worthy cause.  If you would like to volunteer to bake for this event please email: youth.programs@baitulilm.org

Monday, June 13, 2016 - 2:00am

Our masjid's youth will be selling sundaes to collect funds to make meals for the hungry.  Sundaes will be $5 each.

Sunday, June 12, 2016 - 10:00pm

We are partnering with Hunger Van to make 200 meals for the hungry in our local area.  Open to youth and adults 5 yrs and older.  Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

 

Sign up for Making meals for the Hungry HERE

 

Wednesday, June 8, 2016 - 12:30am

The daily Baitul Ilm Ramadan programs will start Tuesday, June 7th, 2016

 

The daily programs schedule is as follows

7:30 PM - Masjid is open for individual worship

8:00 PM - Adult and youth lectures

8:45 PM - Maghrib Prayer

9:00 PM - Iftaar

9:40 PM - Dua Iftitah

9:55 PM - Isha Prayer

 

Inshallah this year we will have 2 sets of lectures.

Shaykh Amir Mukhtar Faezi will be giving the lectures for adults in the masjid,

and Youth ages 10-16 will have a lecture/discussion session in the conference hall.

 

Wednesday, June 8, 2016 - 12:00am to Friday, June 24, 2016 - 1:30am
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 - 12:00am to Friday, June 24, 2016 - 1:30am
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 - 12:00am to Friday, June 24, 2016 - 1:30am

For participants between the ages of 5 and 9, please register at http://goo.gl/forms/YORdZQdZTqLPS0Cr2

Tuesday, June 7, 2016 - 5:00am

According to the ruling of most of our maraji, the first of the month of Ramadan will fall on Tuesday, June 7, 2016. Those who would like can fast on Monday with the intention of the 30th day of Sha'ban.

 

Several people have inquired about the time for imsak and fajr prayer. The timings on the Baitul Ilm website are for the fajr prayer. Imsak (the time when a person finishes eating sahoor) does not have a separate time in Islam. For those who would like to observe precaution, they can stop eating about seven to ten minutes before the posted fajr time.

 

With prayers for a blessed month for all,

Baitul Ilm

 

Saturday, May 14, 2016 - 7:00pm

Saturday, May 14th 2016

Program:

2:00 PM in the North Building

Saturday, May 14, 2016 - 1:19am

Friday, May 13th 2016

Program:

8:19 PM - Salatul Maghribain followed by Jashn

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat are coordially invited to attend the program.

 

Saturday, May 7, 2016 - 1:08am

Friday, May 6th 2016

Program:

8:12 PM - Salatul Maghribain

8:30 PM - Majlis-e-Shahadat followed by dinner

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat are coordially invited to attend the program.

 

 

Thursday, May 5, 2016 - 1:10am

Wednesday, May 4th 2016

Program:

8:10 PM - Salatul Maghribain followed by A'maal

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat are coordially invited to attend the program.

 

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم

 

سُبۡحَـٰنَ ٱلَّذِىٓ أَسۡرَىٰ بِعَبۡدِهِۦ لَيۡلاً۬ مِّنَ ٱلۡمَسۡجِدِ ٱلۡحَرَامِ إِلَى ٱلۡمَسۡجِدِ ٱلۡأَقۡصَا ٱلَّذِى بَـٰرَكۡنَا حَوۡلَهُ ۥ لِنُرِيَهُ ۥ مِنۡ ءَايَـٰتِنَآ‌ۚ إِنَّهُ ۥ هُوَ ٱلسَّمِيعُ ٱلۡبَصِيرُ

 

Exalted is He who took His Servant by night from

al-Masjid al-Haram to al-Masjid al- Aqsa, whose surroundings We have blessed,

to show him of Our signs. Indeed, He is the Hearing, the Seeing.

(Al-Isra, Ayat 1)

 

 

Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 8:30pm

Saturday, April 23rd 2016 at 5:30 PM

Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 3:00pm

Join us on Saturday April 23 at 10:00 AM for a spring cleaning at the Masjid.

It takes the entire community to keep our masjid clean and beautiful,

so please come out and be part of the Community Clean-Up team.

 

If you are available to help please contact Br. Jawad Hussain at

jhussain@baitulilm.org

or

at 630-890-6264

 

Thank you.

 

 

Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 12:57am

Friday, April 22nd 2016

Program:

7:57 PM - Salatul Maghribain

8:30 PM - Majlis-e-Shahadat followed by dinner

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat are coordially invited to attend the program.

 

 

Thursday, April 21, 2016 - 12:54am

Wednesday, April 20th 2016

Program:

7:54 PM - Salatul Maghribain

8:25 PM - Jashn

H. I. Imam Elahi of the House of Islamic Wisdom, Michigan will address the congregation.

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat are coordially invited to attend the program.

 

 

Sunday, April 17, 2016 - 12:49am

Saturday, April 16th 2016

Program:

7:49 PM - Salatul Maghribain

8:20 PM - Majlis-e-Shahadat followed by dinner

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat are coordially invited to attend the program.

 

 

Saturday, April 9, 2016 - 10:00pm

Saturday, April 9th, 2016

Program begins at 5:00 PM

 

Speakers include,

Reverend Barbara Lohrbach - St. John United Church of Christ

and

Hujjatul Islam Syed Sulayman Hassan - President Ahl al-Bayt Islamic Seminary

 

All community members are cordially invited to attend.

 

Saturday, April 2, 2016 - 7:30pm

Saturday, April 2nd, 2016 at 2:30 P.M.

To be held at the Islamic Education Center

1269 Goodrich Ave, Glendale Heights IL

Program to be followed by dinner.

Mu'minaat are coordially invited to attend the program and to dress for the occasion.

This is a joint program presented by the Ladies from all Chicagoland Centers.

Please note, this program is ladies only. Boys of any age will not be allowed except toddlers.

 

 

Saturday, April 2, 2016 - 12:33am

Friday, April 1st, 2016

Program:

7:33 PM - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Jashn followed by dinner

 

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat are coordially invited to attend the program.

 

 

Saturday, April 2, 2016 - 12:33am

Friday, April 1st, 2016

Each week we feature a 15-minute presentation by a community member or invited guest on a topic that is dear to them and interesting to the community. The talks will be something along the lines of TED talks.

Please join us.

Program:

7:33 PM - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - A short presentation followed by a light dinner

 

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat are coordially invited to attend the program.

 

 

Sunday, February 21, 2016 - 8:00pm

Sunday, February 21st 2016

2:00 pm (after Sunday school)

Lobby in front of Aza khana, Baitul Ilm North Building

 

Guest Speaker

Aalima Zakia Naqvi of Lahore Pakistan

All Mominaat are requested to attend.

 

Saturday, February 13, 2016 - 11:40pm

Where: Streamwood Community Center

777 South Bartlett Rd

Streamwood, IL 60107

When: Saturday, February 13th, 2016

Who: All Basketball enthusiasts are welcome

Cost: Approximately $5 per person

Schedule: 

5:40pm – Maghrib Prayer 

6:15pm – Basketball 

8:15pm – Dinner

For those that are interested we can get food after the basketball session ends.

Please contact Br. Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org or at 630-890-6264 to express interest.

 

Saturday, January 23, 2016 - 10:00pm

Marhoom Syed Irfan Hussain S/O Syed Liaqat Hussain

who was the beloved father of Dr. Adnan Hussain, Dr. Rehan Hussain 

and

brother of Syed Itrat Hussain, Syed Musarrat Hussain and Dr. Shahwar Syed.

 

May Allah (swt) grant marhoom peace and the company of Aaimah-e-Tahireen (A.S.) in the life hereafter.

 

Saturday, January 23rd, 2016

Program

4:00 PM - Quran Khwani

5:12 PM - Maghribain Prayer

5:40 PM - Marthia Khwani

6:00 PM - Majlis in Urdu

7:00 PM - Dinner

 

Participation of community will be highly appreciated.

 

Please recite a Sura-e-Fatheha for the esal-e-sawab of marhoom Syed Irfan Hussain.

 

Saturday, January 23, 2016 - 1:30am

Friday, January 22nd, 2016

Program

7:30 PM - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

8:00 PM - Manqabat/Qasida

8:10 PM - Speech in English

9:00 PM - Light Dinner

 

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat are coordially invited to attend the program.

 

Saturday, January 9, 2016 - 6:00pm

Saturday, January 9th, 2016

Program

12:00 PM - Noon Prayers

12:30 PM - Light Lunch

01:15 PM - Recitation of Glorious Qur'an

01:30 PM - Presentations by Scholors and Community Leaders

03:30 PM - Awards Ceremony

04:00 PM - Refreshments

Chief Guest

Mr. Rashad Hussain

Former White House Attorney,

US Special Envoy to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and current Obama Administration National Security Official

Guest Speakers

Mr. Naeem Baig

President Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA)

Dr. Muhammad Kaiseruddin

Chairman of theCouncil of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago (CIOGC)

Featured Speakers

Professor Inamul Haq

Elmhurst College

Hujjatul Islam Syed Sulayman Hasan Abidi

President Ahl Al-Bayt Seminary

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat with family are coordially invited to attend the program.

 

Saturday, January 2, 2016 - 7:35pm

Saturday, January 2nd, 2016

Baitul Ilm lobby of Aza Khana

Program

1:35 PM - Recitation of Qur'an

1:45 PM - Hadith e Kisa

2:00 PM - Naats of Rasool e Maqbool saww & Manqabats of Imam Jafar Sadiq A.S.

3:00 PM - Speech

3:45 PM - Salaam & Ziyarat

3:50 PM - Refershments

Mu'minaat are cordially invited to attend the Milad

 

Saturday, January 2, 2016 - 1:00am

Friday, January 1st, 2016

In the light of present world affairs Baitul Ilm is facilitating a program on "Muslim Identity" in alliance with "Noor Kids"

 "Noor Kids", ia a Harvard supported Education Technology firm that seeks to build confidence and the religious identity of young Muslims.

Noor Kids publishes one of America's fastest growing Islamic children's book series with titles in over 25,000 homes across 25 countries.

"I WAS ASHAMED TO BE A MUSLIM"

A presentation by Mr. Amin G. Aaser, 27, the founder and CEO of Noor Kids, he has been featured on NPR, BBC and ABC News among a host of others for his work related to identity, self confidence and self-esteem among Muslim children in America.

Program

7:00 PM - Salatul Maghribain

7:30 PM - Presentation by Mr. Amin Aaser

8:30 PM - Dinner

You are cordially invited to attend the program.

 

Monday, December 21, 2015 - 1:00am

Sunday, December 20th, 2015

7.00 PM - Maghrib-Isha Prayers

7.30 PM - Qasida/Manqabat

7.45 PM - Speech in English by H. I. Maulana Faezi

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat with family are coordially invited to attend the program.

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Sunday, December 20, 2015 - 1:00am

December 19th, 2015

7.00 PM - Maghrib-Isha prayers

7.30 PM - Marthia

7.45 PM - Majlis in English by H. I. Maulana Mukhtar Faezi

8.30 PM - Maatam and Ziarat

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Saturday, December 5, 2015 - 6:30pm to Saturday, December 19, 2015 - 9:00pm

All Majalis will be held in the North Building in the lobby of Aza-Khana.

Saturday, December 5th, 2015 at 12:30 PM

Saturday, December 12th, 2015 at 12:30 PM (Majlis of Prophet Muhammad SAWW, Imam Hasan A.S. and Imam Raza A.S.)

Saturday, December 19th, 2015 at 12:30 PM (Majlis Imam Hasan Askari A.S.)

 

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Saturday, December 5, 2015 - 1:30am

Friday December 4, 2015 at 7:30 PM

A night of night and poetry to honor the tragedy of Karbala will be held in the BaitulIlm North Banquet Hall.

If you or your child is interested in making a piece of art or presenting a piece of poetry relating to the events of Karbala, events thereafter or an aspect of Islam, please submit the writing piece visual presentation or a picture of the work to youth.programs@baitulilm.org

*All ages are encouraged to participate

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Saturday, November 28, 2015 - 4:00pm to Sunday, December 6, 2015 - 4:00pm

November 28th through December 6th, 2015

All donations will be sent to a local interfaith food pantry. Bring your non-perishable items and personal hygiene products to your class teacher by December 6th.

 

Grades 1-2 Toothpaste, Toothbrushes

Grades 3-4 Toilet paper, Paper towels

Grades 5-6 Cereal, Cookies/Crackers

Grades 7-8 Rice bags (small), Pasta

Grades 9-10 Baby food, Canned foods

Grades 11-12 Baby wipes, Diapers

Sunday, November 8, 2015 - 3:00pm

Please join Baitul-Ilm in its 6th Annual Blood Drive.

 

To be eligible to donate blood you must be at least 17 years old, 16 if you have parental permission, and must weigh  more than 110 lbs.

Please remeber the following before the morning of the blood drive:

-A photo ID

-Do not come on an emtpy stomach, have a healthy breakfast before coming to Baitul-Ilm

-Drink plenty of water

-Avoid coffee or any other caffeinated drinks, they can dehydrate you

Please check the following link for further details www.heartlandbc.org or call 1-800-7TO-GIVE (1-800-786-4483) or email tfrawley@heartland.org

Additional information can be found in the image attached to this post.

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Saturday, November 7, 2015 - 1:20am to Sunday, November 8, 2015 - 3:00am

November 6th and 7th, 2015

Program

7:20 PM - Maghrib-Isha Prayers

7:50 PM - Marthia

8:00 PM - Majlis in English/Urdu

9:00 PM - Nauha/Maatam

Speaker - H. I. Maulana Rizwan Rizvi of New Jersey

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Sunday, November 1, 2015 - 11:00pm

Please join Maulana Sulayman Hasan Ali Abidi and Professor Omer Mozaffar in a discussion about The Martyrdom of Imam Hussain.

The seminar will be held on November 1st from 5 PM to 8 PM at the Muslim Education Center at 8601 N. Menard Avenue, Morton Grove IL 60053.

This is under the auspices of the Shia-Sunni Unity Council (SSUC), Initiated in July, 2013 with an 11 member Shia Sunni Steering Committee (SSSC)

Under SSUC we are holding regular joint programs including Halaqas to learn about each other. The goal is understanding and not debating.

The event is open to the public and we encourage all to come.

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Saturday, October 24, 2015 - 2:30pm

Saturday, October 24, 2015

9:30 AM to 2:00 PM

 

Program

9:30 AM - Assembly at Daley Plaza

50 W Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602
(Dearborn and Washington Street)

10:00 AM - Procession starts

2:00 PM - Adjourn

Route: Washington (E), Michigan (N), Walker Dr. (W), Clark (S) to Daley Plaza

Parking: 201 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL

Fee: Parking fee is $5.00/car with discounted tickets. Discounted tickets will be distributed during the procession.

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Saturday, October 24, 2015 - 12:00pm

Saturday, October 24th 2015

A'maal

7:00 AM - A'maal of day of Ashura

Break for Juloos after A'maal

Majlis Roz-e-Ashur

2:15 PM - Zohar and Asar prayers

2:45 PM - Marthia

3:00 PM - Majlis e Shahadat in English By H.I. Molana Syed Sulayman Abidi

3:30 PM - Majlis e Shahadat  In Urdu By H.I.  Shaykh Muslim Mehdi

4:00 PM - Maatam

4:15 PM - Ziarat A'shura

4:30 PM - Faqa Shikni

Majlis - Sham-e-Ghariban

6:13 PM - Magrib & Isha Prayers

6:40 PM - Salam and Martia

6:50 PM - Majlis - Sham-e-Ghariban in URDU By H.I.  Shaykh Muslim Mehdi

7:15 PM - Salam Akhir

7:35 PM - Maatam followed by Ziarat

8:00 PM - Adjourn

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Saturday, October 24, 2015 - 1:45am

Masjid/Prayer Hall at about 8:45pm (During Urdu Majlis)

Children ages 5-12

We will recount the tragedy of Karbala and hold a candlelight vigil to show our desire to help our Imam

Children, parents, and everyone else is welcome to join us commemorate.

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Friday, October 16, 2015 - 12:45am to Thursday, October 22, 2015 - 1:30am

1st-7th Muharram 1437 (October 15th-21st 2015)
7:45 PM-8:30 PM (During the English lecture ONLY)

Muharram Children’s Workshop: Class A: 4-6 years

Class Highlights: Overview of Muharram, an interactive journey through Kerbala, understanding the characters of Imam Husayn, Sayyida Zainab, Hazrat Ali Asghar, Sayyida Sakina, Hazrat Abbas, Hazrat Ali Akbar and Imam Sajjad through stories, plays, and crafts and intro to Muharram vocabulary.
Teachers:: Sr. Kauser Gulamali, Sr. Kausar Girniwala & Sr. Maira Raza

School of Kerbala :Class B: 7-9 years

Class Highlights: Lessons from Shuhada, Aftermath of Kerbala, Kerbala today, Culture of Ashura, Linking Kerbala to Imam Mahdi
Teachers:: Sr. Zainab Kazimi & Sr. Saiyeda Hussain

**Limited spots available in both classes. Please pre-register. **

Location: Class A: Rooms 1 & 2 Class B: Room 5

Pricing: $20 for the first child, $15 for any additional sibling (flat rate for 7 days)
**Registration Required – Email Sr. Kauser @ kauser_hamid@yahoo.com for more details**

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Friday, October 16, 2015 - 12:10am to Monday, October 26, 2015 - 3:00am

To be held from the 1st of Muharram (1437 AH), Thursday, October 15, 2015

Program

7:10 PM - Maghrib-Isha Prayers

7:30 PM - Youth Presentation and Announcements

7:45 PM - Majlis in English 

8:30 PM - Marthia in Urdu

8:45 PM - Majlis in Urdu

9:40 PM - Nauha/Maatam

English Speaker: H. I. Maulana Syed Sulayman Abidi

Urdu Speaker: H. I. Shaykh Muslim Mehdi of New York

Saturday, October 10, 2015 - 6:45pm

Saturday October 10, 2015
1:45 pm - 4:00 pm

It is one of the fastest growing sports in the US. All skill levels are welcome and instructors will be on site to give a group lesson at the start. Completed waivers and $20 are needed to climb.

Vertical Endeavors in Glendale Heights

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Saturday, October 3, 2015 - 1:30pm

For those car pooling, meet at Bait Ul Ilm at 8:00 AM, and leave by 8:10 AM to arrive at Paintball Explosion - 601 Dundee Ave, East Dundee IL 60118 on time.

 

Games cost $50, please dress in layers for safety and weather purposes.

 

All participants must full out waiver found at http://www.bitly.com/buipb2015

 

Those under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. No exceptions!

 

For more information call 630-890-6264 or email jhussain@baitulilm.org

 

 

 

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Saturday, October 3, 2015 - 12:30am

Friday, October 2nd, 2015

Isha Prayer at 7:30 pm followed by Jashn and dinner.
H. I. Maulana Mukhtar Faezi will address the Jashn

Friday, October 2, 2015 - 4:00pm

Friday, October 2nd 2015 

11.00 AM sharp to 12.45 PM
Hujjatul Islam Shaykh Rizwan Arastu will conduct the a'amaal.

Sunday, September 27, 2015 - 3:00pm

Sunday, September 27th, 2015

10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.

Baitul Ilm South Building

 

Admission Fee: $35.00 per family

 

Lots of Food and Fun + Games for Kids & Adults!

 

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Wednesday, September 23, 2015 - 11:00pm

Wednesday, September 23rd 2015

6:00 PM - Dua al Arafah followed by Maghrib-Isha prayers

 

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Saturday, September 19, 2015 - 12:30am

Friday, September 18th 2015

7:30 PM - Maghrib-Isha prayers followed by a Majlis to be addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Saturday, September 12, 2015 - 12:30am

Friday, September 11th 2015

7:30 PM - Maghrib-Isha prayers followed by a Majlis to be addressed by Maulana Faezi

 

Saturday, August 29, 2015 - 12:47am

Friday, August 28th 2015

7:47 PM - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

8:20 PM - Manqabat/Qasida

8:30 PM - Speech

9:15 PM - Dinner

 

Saturday, August 22, 2015 - 1:05am

Friday, August 21st 2015

8:05 PM - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

8:20 PM - Marthia

8:30 PM - Announcements

8:40 PM - Majlis

9:00 PM - Ziyarat and Tabarruk

 

Friday, August 14, 2015 - 12:40am

Thursday, August 13th 2015

7:40 PM Dua Al-Kumail

8:10 PM Maghrib and Isha Prayers

8:40 PM Marthia

8:50 PM Majlis

9:30 PM Ziarat and tabarruk

 

Sunday, July 19, 2015 - 10:30pm

Join us to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr with a family BBQ and movie night on Sunday July 19th. The BBQ will begin at 5:30pm and will be followed by a screening of the award winning movie Children of Heaven at 7pm. Suggested donation per family is at least $10. Please contact Br. Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org if you have any questions.

 

Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ulyVyRpPGYsMcsgdwmruYNOAICYclllzN3W8J_e...

 

Saturday, July 18, 2015 - 2:30pm

There has been no credible sighting of the crescent moon anywhere in the world tonight, therefore we have determined that Friday July 17th will be the 30th day of the Month of Ramadan and that Eid al-Fitr will be on Saturday July 18th based on the opinion of the vast majority of Maraje.

We wish everyone in our community and all the Muslims around the world a very happy and blessed Eid. Kindly include the less fortunate members of your extended families and the community in your Eid festivites and pray for peace and prosperity for all.

The Eid schedule for Saturday, July 18th, 2015 is as follows:

9:30 AM - Dua Nudba

10:00 AM - Eid Prayer

10:20 AM: Sermon

Followed by Ziarat, Eid greetings and Eid Brunch

 

Zakat al-Fitr for this year is calculated to be $10 per person at a minimum

 

Sunday, July 12, 2015 - 9:00pm

Sunday, July 12th, 4pm to 6pm

Batiul Ilm South Building

 

Help bring smiles this Eid to low income and refugee families in the Chicagoland area.  

 

Bring your children, and a brand new toy in original packaging, unopened, for a child between the ages 3 and 12.  We cannot accept any opened or used toys, no glass, no guns, no clothing.  A good opportunity to take your child to the store and have them pick out a toy they would want for themselves, a fantastic lesson in giving!

 

Children will decorate the gifts and make an Eid card with help from our volunteers.  Please register at: http://goo.gl/forms/12WAOxZ8eq  

 

Questions or would like to volunteer for the event, please contact Sr. Heena at youth.programs@baitulilm.org

 

Saturday, July 11, 2015 - 3:30am to Saturday, July 11, 2015 - 8:43am

Sisters ages 13 - 24 are invited to a special program in which we will strengthen the bonds of sisterhood through fun activities, spiritual discussion and reflection, and preparation of the suhoor meal together.

Registration is required:  http://goo.gl/forms/WgsTpfhZ8T

 

Friday, July 10, 2015 - 1:00am to Friday, July 10, 2015 - 8:42am

8:00 PM - Recitation of the glorious Quran 

8:20 PM - Dua Al Iftitah

8:44 PM - Maghrib Prayers

9:00 PM - Iftaar Dinner

9:45 PM - Isha Prayer

10:00 PM - All Night Aamal Program for Laylatul Qadr

3:42 AM - Fajr Prayer

Mu'mineen and Mu'minaat are encouraged to come to Masjid and pray together for forgiveness from Allah (swt) and request for His blessings and bounties on this Grand Night since this night comes only once in a year.

 

Monday, July 6, 2015 - 1:00am to Wednesday, July 8, 2015 - 4:30am

8:00 PM - Recitation of the glorious Quran 

8:20 PM - Dua Al Iftitah

8:45 PM - Maghrib Prayers

9:00 PM - Iftaar Dinner

9:45 PM - Isha Prayers

10:00 PM - Majalis of Imam Ali to be recited by Shaykh Fayiaz Jaffer, New York

11:30 PM - Aamal of 19th and 21st Laylatul Qadr

Please Note: The Aamal of 19th & 21st nights of Ramadan i.e. Sunday July 5th and Tuesday July 7th should last 45 minutes to an hour.

 

Monday, July 6, 2015 - 1:00am

This workshop is open to children 5 to 7 years old during the evening majalis program at 10 pm.    

Registration is required.  $5 registration fee.  youth.programs@baitulilm.org or in person with Sr. Heena Musabji at the Little Fasters check-in table.  

 

Saturday, July 4, 2015 - 7:00pm

Saturday July 4th from 2:00 PM to 7:30 PM in the Baitulilm South Building

 

For more information or to request a stall

Please Contact

Sr. Rifaat Safdar at 630-888-1916

 

Friday, July 3, 2015 - 8:30am to Monday, July 6, 2015 - 1:45am

Those who would like to join, please contact either Br. Jawad Hussain or Sr. Fatima Walji.

 

Thursday, July 2, 2015 - 10:45pm

Feed My Starving Children, 1072 National Pkwy, Schaumburg, IL 60173

 

Interfaith Service Event where we will package food to be sent to starving children abroad. Sign up is required for this event.  This event is open to those 5 yrs old and up.  Children between the ages of 5 and 12 years will require a parent to accompany them. 

 

Registration Link: http://goo.gl/forms/pwRgWkVrGK

 

Thursday, July 2, 2015 - 12:30am

7:30 PM - Recitation of the glorious Quran 

7:45 PM - Manqabat

8:00 PM - Lecture in English by Hujjatul Islam Maulana Faezi

Prime Time - Maghrib Prayers 

9:00 PM - Iftaar Dinner

9:40 PM - Dua Al Iftitah

10:00 PM - Isha Prayers

 

Sunday, June 28, 2015 - 9:30pm to Monday, June 29, 2015 - 9:30pm

Our youth will be holding a bake sale during iftar to raise funds to cover the cost of food for hungry children abroad.  On July 2nd the Baitul Ilm  congregation will participate in a community service food packaging event at Feed My Starving Children.  The proceeds from the Bake Sale will help cover the cost of food and shipment to its destination country.

 

Sunday, June 28, 2015 - 3:30am

A discussion session with Sheikh Vinay Khetia co-sponsored by Shiacago focusing on youth 18-30 years old

Join us for another discussion on how to live a life of faith and devotion in a secular society. We will explore the challenges of living in a secular society and how we can overcome pressures and difficulties we face on a daily basis.

 

Saturday, June 27, 2015 - 6:30pm

We will partner with the Hunger Van to make brown bagged meals for the Homeless to be delivered the same day.

Registration can be done online at: http://goo.gl/forms/hb4FE4ggFP

 

Saturday, June 27, 2015 - 12:30am

7:30 PM - Recitation of the glorious Quran 

7:50 PM - Martia

8:00 PM - Majlis in English by Hujjatul Islam Maulana Faezi

Prime Time - Maghrib Prayers 

9:00 PM - Iftaar Dinner

9:40 PM - Dua Al Iftitah

10:00 PM - Isha Prayers

 

Saturday, June 27, 2015 - 12:30am

Purchase an Ice Cream Sundae to fund a meal for the Homeless.  The cost for each meal we will be preparing on the 27th for the Homeless will be $5.  Our youth will be serving sundaes at iftar in exchange for a $5 donation to feed an individual

 

Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 3:30am

A discussion session with Sheikh Vinay Khetia co-sponsored by Shiacgo focusing on youth 18-30 years old

Join us for a discussion on how to live a life of faith and devotion in a secular society. We will explore the challenges of living in a secular society and how we can overcome pressures and difficulties we face on a daily basis.

 

Friday, June 19, 2015 - 12:30am to Sunday, July 19, 2015 - 3:00am

7:30 PM - Recitation of the glorious Quran 

8:00 PM - Lecture in English by our guest scholar, Shaykh Faiyaz Jaffer, New York

Prime Time - Maghrib Prayers 

9:00 PM - Iftaar Dinner

9:40 PM - Dua Al Iftitah

10:00 PM - Isha Prayers

 

Friday, June 19, 2015 - 12:30am to Sunday, July 19, 2015 - 12:30am

A program to encourage all members of the community in reading and memorizing the Qur'an during the blessed month of Ramadan.

Open to all ages. There are different levels for each age group.

Registrations close on Ramadan 3rd/ June 20th

Please refer to the flyers for more details.

This event is offered for free. However, sponsors/donations are welcome.

Gifts will be distributed on the day of Eid. Only registered participants will receive prizes. Signed logs must be returned by the 27th of Ramadan (no exceptions).

To register, please contact Sr. Kauser Gulamali @ 224-595-2721 or kauser_hamid@yahoo.com

 

Friday, June 19, 2015 - 12:30am to Sunday, July 19, 2015 - 12:30am

A program to encourage all members of the community in reading and memorizing the Qur'an during the blessed month of Ramadan.

Come and pledge your allegiance to the Imam of your time!

Open to all ages.

Listening/Reading Logs available for children under the age of 10.

Dua packet with translation and insights by Shaykh Rizwan Arastu available for children above 10.

Adults are welcome to participate.

To register and collect the log/packet, please contact Sr. Kauser Gulamali @ 224-595-2721 or kauser_hamid@yahoo.com

Logs are due on Ramadan 27/July 14

 

Thursday, June 18, 2015 - 5:00am

Baitul Ilm confirms that Thursday, June 18 2015 is the first day of month of Ramadan of 1436 AH.

We wish all Muslims around the world a very blessed month of Ramadan.

 

Thursday, June 18, 2015 - 12:30am

An opportunity for families to socially gather and look for the Ramadan moon.

Wednesday June 17th 2015

We will meet at 7:30pm at Sunnyhill Park, 1400 Irving Park Rd, Streamwood IL, 60107

We will have Ramadan crafts and activities, and then go to the masjid for prayer and a potluck.  Please e-mail youth.programs@baitulilm.org if you will be attending

Monday, June 15, 2015 - 3:00pm to Thursday, July 16, 2015 - 3:00pm

We are excited to have the little fasters program return for a fourth Ramadan.  We will chart each child’s progress, recite du’a and open fast as a group at iftar times.  Please see below for this year’s requirements.

 

• Participants must be between the ages of 5 and 9 yrs old.

• You must be registered by a parent or guardian to participate 

• Registration can be done online at: http://goo.gl/forms/QacfJme2Uf or in person. (registration will close on the 3rd of Ramadan)

• This program is to motivate children already interested in fasting.  It is not permissible to push or force a child to fast for this program.  The initiative must come from the child.

• Children must be present at iftar time to participate.

• Each family needs to sign up for volunteer activities on an assigned day: table set up, table clean up, bringing iftar snacks for all the children. (sign up sheets will be available at the masjid).  

• Parents must bring the child to the Little Fasters table and check them in.  Parents must also fix a dinner plate for their child and bring it to the table.

• A full day fast is from Fajr to Maghrib.  A half day fast is from Fajr to Dhuhr or from Dhuhr to Maghrib.  

• Please wake your child for Suhoor and provide them with a healthful meal and plenty of fluids.  If your child expresses that they are done fasting for the day, respect their decision, and let them know you are proud of them for trying.

• **Allergies – Parent’s are responsible to monitor food for any allergies**

• **Recommendation: It is also recommended that if your child does not prefer what is generally being served at the masjid for dinner that you pack a favorite food or meal for them to have after they have fasted.  

 

Sunday, June 14, 2015 - 5:50pm

Pre-Ramadan Workshop Program

12:50 PM - Zuhr Prayer

1:30 PM - Fasting and its spiritual impact (Maulana Faezi)

2:00 PM - Fasting and its laws (Maulana Sulayman)

2:30 PM - Fasting and health (Dr. Shabbir Kanji)

3:00 PM - Questions

3:30 PM - Refreshments

4:00 PM - Conclude

 

Saturday, June 13, 2015 - 3:00pm

Join us on Saturday June 13th at 10am to help clean the masjid in preparation for Ramadan. It takes the entire community to keep our masjid looking clean and  beautiful, so please come out and be a part of the Community Clean-Up team.

 

If you are available to help please contact Br. Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org or at 630-890-6264.

 

Saturday, June 6, 2015 - 1:40am

Program

8:40 PM Maghrib/Isha Prayers

9:15 PM Manqabat

9:30 PM Speech

10:30 PM Dinner

 

Thursday, June 4, 2015 - 12:00am

Program

7:00 PM Milad

8:40 PM Maghrib/Isha Prayers

9:15 PM Dinner (Iftar will be available for men who would like to join as well)

 

Wednesday, June 3, 2015 - 1:36am

Program

8:36  PM Salatul Maghribain

9:00  PM Aa'maal of Neema-e-Sha'baan

 

Saturday, May 30, 2015 - 11:00pm

Saturday, May 30th 2015

 

6:00 PM to 8:30 PM

 

Improving levels of God-consciousness is often a challenge as we prepare for and conclude the holy months of Sha'ban and Ramadan. Join Shiacago and the Baitul Ilm Youth Group as we discuss iman (faith) highs and lows, sources of many of these issues, and explore directions to guide our spiritual development.

 

Saturday, May 30, 2015 - 10:00pm

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

 

Program Details TBA

 

Saturday, May 30, 2015 - 1:00am

Program will begin with Salatul Maghribain

To be followed by Qasida/Manqabat and a Speech by Maulana Faezi in English, highlighting the inspirational examples from the youth of Ahl al-Bayt A.S.

Then dinner with salaams and dua's

 

Saturday, May 16, 2015 - 10:00pm

Streamwood Community Center

777 South Bartlett Rd

Streamwood, IL 60107

 

Saturday May 16th 5:00pm

 

All Basketball enthusiasts are welcome

 

Approximately $5 per person

 

5:00pm – Arrive at Gym 

7:00pm – Dinner 

8:22pm – Maghrib Prayer

 

For those that are interested we can get food after the basketball session ends and then return to the masjid for prayer.

Please contact Br. Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org or at 630-890-6264 to express interest.

 

Saturday, May 16, 2015 - 7:00pm

May 16th 2015

Baitul-Ilm North Banquet Hall

Event begins at 2pm

All mothers are invited with their moms and daughters for an afternoon of games, skits, and praising our Creator.

 

Saturday, May 16, 2015 - 1:21am

Friday, May 15th 2015

8.21 PM Prayers

8.50 PM Marthia

9.05 PM Majlis

 

Saturday, May 9, 2015 - 1:14am

Friday May 8th 2015

 

Program will begin at Maghrib, to be followed by Marthia and Majalis.

 

Saturday, May 9, 2015 - 1:14am

Friday May 8th 2015

 

Program

8.14 PM             Salatul Maghribain

8.40 PM             Marthia

8.50 PM             Majlis

9:45 PM             Matam/Ziarat/ Tabarruk - Dinner

 

 

Majlis will be addressed by

H.I. Maulana Mukhtar Faezi

 

Saturday, May 2, 2015 - 11:30pm

Saturday May 2nd 2015

 

Program will begin at 6:30 PM

 

Thursday, April 23, 2015 - 1:00am

Wednesday April 22nd 2015

 

8:00 PM Prayers

8:30 PM Marthia

8:45 PM Majlis

9:45 PM Matam, Ziarat and Tabbaruk

 

Saturday, April 18, 2015 - 10:30pm

Where: Streamwood Community Center

777 South Bartlett Rd

Streamwood, IL 60107

When: Saturday April 18th 5:30pm

Who: All Basketball enthusiasts are welcome

Cost: Approximately $5 per person

Schedule: 

5:30pm – Arrive at Gym 

7:30pm – Return to Baitulilm 

7:52pm – Maghrib Prayer

 

For those that are interested in getting food after the session arrangements can be made so that pickup would be after dinner.

 

Please contact Br. Jawad Hussain at jhussain@baitulilm.org or at 630-890-6264 to express interest.

Saturday, April 11, 2015 - 7:00pm

Saturday, April 11th 2015

2:00 - 5:00 PM

 

Saturday, April 11, 2015 - 7:00pm

Saturday, April 11 2015

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

 

The program will feature Manqabat, Milaad, Presentations on women's health, nutrition and exercise.

 

Keynote speaker: Khanom Latifa Samji,from Toronto, Canada.

 

Khanom Samji is graduate from Howza of Qom. She speaks in English, Farsi, Urdu, Gujrati, Kachhi and Swahili. She travels worldwide to address the conferences by maintaining the traditional Islamic spirit of simplicity and modesty.

 

Saturday, April 11, 2015 - 12:43am

Friday, April 10th 2015

7:43 PM  Maghrb and Isha prayers

8:20 PM  Manqabat

8:30 PM  Speech by: H.I.Maulana Faezi 

 

Saturday, April 11, 2015 - 12:43am

Friday, April 10th 2015

 

7:43 PM  Maghrb and Isha prayers

8:20 PM  Manqabat

8:30 PM  Speech by: H.I.Maulana Faezi 

Saturday, April 11, 2015 - 12:40am

Friday, April 10th 2015

Program to be held after Isha prayers.

 

Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 12:40am

Friday, March 27th 2015

7:40 PM     Salatul Maghribain

8:15 PM     Marthia

8:30 PM     Majlis in English and Urdu will be addressed by H. I. Maulana Faezi

9:30 PM     Noha/Matam/Ziarat

9:45 PM     Tabarruk - Dinner

 

Saturday, February 28, 2015 - 11:30pm

Saturday, February 28th 2015

5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Join Shiacago and Baitul Ilm Youth Group for a series of short skits and discussions exploring Shia-Sunni dialogue, with closing comments from Sayyid Sulayman Hassan.

Saturday, February 28, 2015 - 1:40am

Friday, February 27th 2015

7:40 PM - Isha prayer

8:00 PM - Manqabat/Qasida

8:15 PM - Speech in English by Maulana Sulayman Hassan Abidi

9:00 PM - Question and Answers

9:40 PM - Dinner

Saturday, January 31, 2015 - 11:22pm

Saturday, January 31st 2015

5:22 PM - Maghrib and Isha prayers

6:00 PM - Manqabat/Qasida

6:15 PM - Speech by H.I. Maulana Syed Zaheerul Hasan Naqvi of St. Jose, CA

 

Saturday, January 31, 2015 - 1:00am

Join us at BUI for a fun night of games, laughs, prizes and of course…family time!

Games will be organized for children, teens, and adults.

Please RSVP if you will be joining us with your family using by using the form at the following link

Register For Game Night!

Or by emailing youthprograms@baitulilm.org

Teams of 4 participating in ‘The Amazing Race’ MUST preregister.

Team members must be age 9 or above.

 

Saturday, January 17, 2015 - 2:00am

Friday, January 16,2015

8.00PM to 10.00PM

Speakers:
Prof.Inamul Haq
H.I.Syed Sulayman Abidi

 

Saturday, January 10, 2015 - 7:30pm

Saturday, January 10th 2015

1:30 PM

Program will be held in the South Building.

 

Friday, January 2, 2015 - 1:00am

The program will begin at 7pm with prayer followed by the jashn addressed by Maulana Faezi.

 

Tuesday, December 30, 2014 - 1:00am

The program will begin at 7pm with prayer followed by majlis addressed by Maulana Faezi.

 

Saturday, December 20, 2014 - 6:00am to Sunday, December 21, 2014 - 6:00am

Weekend Majalis Program

 

7:00 PM - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

7:30 PM - Marthia

7:45 PM - Majlis in English

 

Followed by Matam, Ziarat and Tabarruk

 

Speakers:

 

Sat & Sun - Dec 20 & 21 

H.I.Shaykh Muslim Mehdi, Buffalo,NY

 

Saturday, December 20, 2014 - 1:30am

An Evening Of Poetry And Art In Commemoration Of Arba'in

Our youth will honor The Family of the Prophet (SAW) through performance, poetry and art.
If you would like to recite poetry and display any created artwork that illustrates the events surrounding Ashura or the lessons learned, please send your poem or photograph of the created artwork to youth.programs@baitulilm.org by 12PM on Thursday December 18th 2014

Thursday, December 11, 2014 - 6:00am to Sunday, December 21, 2014 - 6:00am

BAITUL ILM ACADEMY SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE
The Baitul Ilm Sunday School is holding a Food Drive from Dec 6th to Dec 21st 2014.
All non perishable packed/canned food will be accepted.
Boxes are placed at both the men and women's entrances.

 

Wednesday, December 10, 2014 - 6:00am to Sunday, December 14, 2014 - 6:00am

Arba'in Program Schedule

Wed Dec 10th Through Dec 14th, 2014 

 

7:00 PM Maghrib and Isha Prayers

7:30 PM Majlis in English by  H.I.Syed Sulayman H.Abidi

8:15 PM Salam and Marthia in URDU

8:30 PM Majlis in Urdu by  H.I.Syed Razi Jafar

9:15 PM Matam

To be followed by Ziarat and Tabarruk

 

Saturday, December 6, 2014 - 6:00am to Saturday, December 27, 2014 - 6:00am

Ladies Weekly Majalis Program
.

Majalis will start at 12:00 P.M.

 

Saturday, December 6th 2014 - Shahadat of Janab e Zainab (s.a.)

Saturday, December 13th 2014

Saturday, December 20th 2014 - Demise of The Prophet S.A.W.W. and Martyrdom of Imam Hasan al-Mujtaba (a.s.) and Imam 'Ali al-Rida (a.s.)

Saturday, December, 27th 2014 - Martyrdom of Imam Hasan Askari (a.s.)

 

Sunday, November 23, 2014 - 3:00pm

Please visit the following link to check the qualifications of a blood donor

www.bloodsource.org/donate/whocandonate.aspx

You have the power to 

DONATE BLOOD & SAVE LIVES

for humanity in the name of Imam Hussain (A.S.) and earn Eternal rewards

 

“WHOSOEVER SAVES A LIFE, IT WILL BE AS IF HE SAVED THE LIFE OF MANKIND ALL TOGETHER” 

 (Holy Quran: Chapter 5, Verse 32)

 

Friday, November 7, 2014 - 1:00am

Majlis e Soyem of Imam Hussain (A.S.)

Thursday November 6th, 2014

7:00 PM - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

7:30 PM - Salam and Marthia

7:45 PM - Majlis in English and Urdu by H.I.  Shaykh Amir Mukhtar Faezi

Followed by Matam, Ziarat and Tabarruk

 

Tuesday, November 4, 2014 - 6:00am

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Tuesday Nov. 4, 2014

(10th Muharram, 1436H)

 

Aa'maal - Day of Ashura

7:00 am - Aa'maal of the day of 'Ashur

 

Majlis-e-Shahadat - Day of Ashura

1:30 pm - Zohar and Asar prayers

2:00 pm - Marthia

2:15 pm - Majlise Shahadat in English addressed by H. I. Maulana Rizwan Rizvi

2:45 pm - Majlise Shahadat in Urdu addressed by H. I. Maulana Mukhtar Faezi

followed by Matam, Ziarat-e-Ashura and Faqa Shikni

 

Majlis-e-Shaame Ghariban

4:59 pm - Maghrib and Isha Prayers

5:20 pm - Majlis-e-Shame Ghariban, addressed by H. I. Maulana Mukhtar Faezi, followed by Salam-e-Aakhir, Matam and Ziarat

 

Saturday, October 25, 2014 - 5:00am to Thursday, November 6, 2014 - 6:00am

MUHARRAM (1436H) MAJALIS

will be held from Saturday October 25, 2014 through Thursday November 6th, 2014

Daily Program

Oct. 25th thru Nov. 6th, except Nov. 4th

7:00 pm  Salatul Maghribain

7:20 pm  Majlis in English

8:15 pm  Majlis in Urdu, followed by Matam, Ziarat and Tabarruk

English Majalis will be addressed by H. I. Maulana Rizwan Rizvi and Urdu Majalis will be addressed by H. I. Maulana Mukhtar Faezi