The Mecca Center New App Launch
The Mecca Center New App Launch Dear Mecca Center community, With the blessings of Allah SWT, The Mecca Center Technology Committee is excited to announce the release of the Mecca […]
The Mecca Center is seeking an Executive Director
Job Description for Executive Director of The Mecca Center The Mecca Center is seeking a full-time Executive Director (ED) to direct the day-to-day operations of the center and execute the […]
2021 Virtual Ramadan Fundraising Iftar
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] 2021 Virtual Ramadan Fundraising Iftar The Mecca Center cordially invites you to our 2021 Virtual Ramadan Fundraising Iftar on Friday, April 30, 2021 at 6:15pm CST streaming live on […]
Ramadan Announcement
Asalamu Alaikum, بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم (يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ الصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَتَّقُونَ ) “O ye who believe! Fasting is prescribed to […]
Pre-Registration for Covid-19 Vaccine at The Mecca Center
The Mecca Center is working in conjunction with the Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS), Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago (CIOGC), and our other community partners to host a […]
Psychology & Spirituality: Wellness From Within, March 10
Join us for “Psychology & Spirituality: Wellness From Within,” on Wednesday, March 10 at 6:30pm live on Facebook with Sheikh Hassan Aly, Imam and Religious Director of The Mecca Center, […]
Update: In-Person Programs & Activities
Asalamu Alaikum, The Mecca Center is pleased to be reintroducing in-person programs and activities while continuing to uphold social distancing guidelines and safety measures. We are also open for daily […]
2021 Annual Fundraiser “A Year To Remember,” January 15
2021 Annual Fundraiser The Mecca Center cordially invites you to our 2021 Annual Fundraiser “A Year To Remember” on Friday, January 15, 2021 streaming live on Facebook or here on […]
As we give thanks today
As we give thanks today, let us remember and thank Allah سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى and our loved ones who made #Thanksgiving full of love and gratitude. Our beloved Dr. Bashar Kashlan […]
Overcoming Loneliness and Isolation, December 13
ATTENTION: NEW DATE! Join us Sunday, December 13 live on Facebook at 6pm as we discuss what causes loneliness and learn practical ways to overcome it with guest speaker Hadia […]
Daily and Jummah prayer services suspended until further notice
Asalamu Alaikum ٱلسَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ As Illinois is experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases, The Mecca Center has been closely monitoring the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) and Governor J.B. […]
Sponsor A Child To Learn Quran
The Mecca Quran Institute is sponsoring children who cannot afford tuition so every child in the community can get the chance to learn the Quran. As a sponsor, you receive […]
Dr. Zaher Sahloul recognized with Ghandi Peace Award
Community member Dr. Zaher Sahloul of MedGlobal and Mayson Almisri of the White Helmets are being recognized with the Gandhi Award by Promoting Enduring Peace (PEP) for their extraordinary and […]
Dealing With Depression: October 24
Join us as we come together to discuss how we can move up and beyond the darkness of depression on Saturday, October 24 at The Mecca Center at 6pm with […]
Virtual Voter Rally: October 16
Join us for a virtual Voter Rally organized by IL Muslim Civic Coalition on Friday, October 16 from 6-6:45pm! Sign up at bit.ly/voterrallyoct16. The program will feature pop-ins by Congresswoman […]
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un
Asalamu Alaikum, Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’unإِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ To God we belong and to Him we return. It is with great sadness that we have learned […]
“In the Company of God,” every Tuesday
Join us every Tuesday starting September 15 for “In the Company of God” with Sheikh Hassan Aly and Sheikh Tariq Musleh live on Facebook as we discuss Allah SWT’s beautiful […]
Registration is open for the Mecca Quran Institute
The Mecca Center Quran Institute offers classes in recitation and memorization and targets all ages and levels. We are now enrolling for 2020/2021 which will begin on September 7, 2020 and runs through […]
Eid Drive-Thru Celebration: Saturday, August 1
Join us for our Eid Drive-Thru Celebration on Saturday, August 1 from 10am-1pm in the Mecca Center parking lot. Decorate your cars and enjoy gifts and sweets for you and […]
Eid Al-Adha with The Mecca Center, July 31
The Mecca Center wishes that you and your families have had a very blessed and rewarding first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah, insha’Allah. Eid Al-Adha will be on Friday, July 31, 2020. Please tune […]
The Day of ‘Arafa, July 30
Join us on the Day of ‘Arafa on Thursday, July 30 at 6:45pm live on Facebook at fb.com/meccacenterorg.
Local Candidate Launch at The Mecca Center, July 19
Join The Mecca Center and the Illinois Muslim Civic Coalition for a candidate launch on Sunday, July 19 from 12pm to 2pm with Azam Nizamuddin, Karina Villa, Ken Mejia-Beal, and […]
Sunday School registration is now open!
Sunday School Registration Registration is open for the 2020-2021 school year! The Mecca Center Sunday School 2020-2021 school year will begin on Sunday, September 13, 2020. Learn more about the […]
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un
Asalamu Alaikum, Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ To God we belong and to Him we return. It is with great sadness that we have […]
“13th” Viewing & Real Talk Series, June 17
Join IL Muslim Civic Coalition, Inner-City Muslim Action Network (IMAN), Islamic Center of Naperville, and Thd Mecca Center on Wednesday, June 17 at 6pm (CST) for a special viewing and […]
Register for the Quran Blossoms 2020-2021 School Year
Asalamu Alaikum, Online registration for the 2020-2021 school year is now open. If you are planning to register your child, please complete our authorization and registration form and submit it […]
“The Fiqh of the Muslim Family,” Wednesdays at 9pm
Join us for our new virtual series “The Fiqh of the Muslim Family” with Sheikh Hassan Aly every Wednesday at 9pm on Facebook starting June 17.
MQI Online Summer Classes, June 8 to July 31
The Mecca Quran Institute (MQI) is offering Summer Quran Classes via Zoom from June 8 through July 31. Sign up for one-on-one lessons via Zoom for 1st-12th grade students. Register […]
Statement on the killing of George Floyd
The Mecca Center is appalled and outraged by the horrific killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota and calls for justice to be served to the fullest degree of the […]
The Mecca Center Guidelines for Limited Reopening
The Mecca Center Guidelines for Limited Reopening Effective: Tuesday, June 2, 2020 / Isha prayer Register for Jummah Prayer Services You must present your electronic ticket at the time of […]
Eid Al-Fitr with The Mecca Center: Sunday, May 24
Asalamu Alaikum, As we near the end of Ramadan, The Mecca Center wishes that you and your families have had a very blessed and rewarding month, insha’Allah. The Mecca Center is following the Fiqh Council of […]
Eid Drive-Thru Celebration: Sunday, May 24
Join us for our Eid Drive-Thru Celebration on Sunday, May 24 from 10am-1pm in the Mecca Center parking lot. Decorate your cars and enjoy gifts and sweets for you and your children! Please note […]
Thank you for joining us for Laylat Ul-Qadr
Thank you for joining us for a special Laylat Ul-Qadr virtual program last night on Facebook with world renowned reciter Sheikh Mohammad Jebril, Sheikh Hassan Aly, and Sheikh Tariq Musleh. […]
We’ve reached our “Faith In Action” fundraising goal!
Alhamdulillah! We have reached our “Faith In Action” campaign fundraising goal of $30K. Jazakum Allahu Khairan for your generous support. With your donations, local families are receiving much-needed relief during this […]
Support our #FaithInAction campaign to feed local families in need
The Mecca Center is providing food baskets and hot meals to local families in need on Sundays, Mondays, and Fridays throughout the month of Ramadan. Will you help us reach […]
The Mecca Center: Ramadan 1441 | 2020 Prayer & Program Schedules
Join us in welcoming the month of Ramadan into our hearts and homes! Please see The Mecca Center’s Ramadan prayer and program schedules and connect with us virtually throughout this very […]
The Mecca Center: Ramadan Announcement
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم (يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ الصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَتَّقُونَ ) “O ye who believe! Fasting is prescribed to you as […]
The Mecca Center launches Faith In Action campaign
The Mecca Center is pleased to launch our Faith In Action campaign which allows us to exemplify the spirit of Islam and the teachings of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace […]
MQI students stay connected to Quran
Mecca Quran Institute (MQI) students are still working hard and enjoying their online Quran lessons even though they are currently physically apart. May Allah SWT bless MQI’s students and teachers! […]
Making Sense of Tests & Trials, April 12
Join us on Sunday, April 12 at 7:30pm for “Making Sense of Tests & Trials” with Sheikh Hassan Aly, Imam Suhaib Webb, and Sheikh Tariq Musleh for a special live […]
Active Adults Program launches at The Mecca Center
Active Adults Program On March 1, 2020, The Mecca Center held an informational session on the Active Adults Program it plans to launch this year. Over a hundred people attended […]
A Night of Quran & Nasheed, April 5
Join us this Sunday, April 5 at 7pm for A Night of Quran & Nasheed with Sheikh Hassan Aly, Sheikh Nasser Hussain, and Sheikh Ibraheem Bakeer as we remember Allah […]
April 2020 Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
In The Mecca Center’s April 2020 Newsletter, read about our COVID-19 Support Services and new Active Adults program for community members ages 50 and up. View and download the April […]
Participate in the 2020 Census
The Mecca Center urges you to participate in the 2020 Census. Your census invitation has likely been delivered by mail to your home. For race, please make sure to specify […]
Daily prayers at The Mecca Center suspended until further notice
Asalamu Alaikum, Based on the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), infectious disease expert Dr. Mazen Kherallah, and the orders of Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, The […]
Mecca Quran Institute: Sahib Al Quran students get closer to Quran
The students of the Mecca Quran Institute’s Sahib Al Quran program have been working hard all year. We are so proud of our students! We thank all our teachers and […]
An Important Message from Hani Atassi, MBA and Sheikh Hassan Aly
The Mecca Center President, Hani Atassi, MBA, and Imam & Religious Director, Sheikh Hassan Aly, share important announcements regarding the Mecca Center’s suspension of programs and events due to the […]
Watch our COVID-19 Info Session with Dr. Mazen Kherallah
Watch our informational session on COVID-19 (Coronavirus) with guest speaker Dr. Mazen Kherallah, MD, MHA, FCCP of Infectious Disease & Critical Care Medicine and Associate Professor at the University of […]
Community Advisory: All programs and events postponed until further notice
As a precautionary measure, The Mecca Center has announced the suspension of all regular programs and upcoming events effective immediately until further notice in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. […]
MQI Celebrates Women’s Program Achievements
Students of the Mecca Quran Institute (MQI) Women’s Program were recently recognized for their outstanding achievements. We congratulate all the women that have attended classes and received certificates in Tajweed […]
The Crisis In Idlib, March 5
Join us for an important discussion on the Crisis in Idlib, tomorrow, Thursday, March 5 at 6:30pm at The Mecca Center featuring guest speakers Dr. Mufaddal Hamadeh, President of Syrian […]
An Evening of Praise & Poetry, March 26
The Mecca Center and Khalil Center invite you to an evening of praise and poetry, celebration, and memory of the The Prophet of Mercy (pbuh) on March 26 after Maghrib […]
Informational Session on COVID-19 (Coronavirus), March 12
Join us for an informational session on COVID-19, Coronavirus, on Thursday, March 12 at 6:30pm at The Mecca Center featuring guest speaker Dr. Mazen Kherallah, MD, MHA, FCCP of Infectious […]
2020 Primary Election: Voting Info
The Mecca Center reminds you that the Illinois 2020 Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Vote on Election Day: March 17, 2020 (6AM – 7PM) The Mecca […]
March 2020 Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
In The Mecca Center’s March 2020 Newsletter, read about our recent event “Stuck on Social Media & Video Games” and learn useful everyday tips on how parents can help their […]
Community Night, March 15
The Mecca Center invites you to Community Night “Mental Health, Trauma, and Counseling A Muslim Perspective” on Sunday, March 15 at 5pm. The program features guest speakers Sister Hadia Zarzour, […]
Community Health Alert
The Mecca Center: Community Health Alert If you recently traveled abroad and are feeling ill, or have an unwell family member at home with a potentially contagious condition, please consider […]
Planning For An Everlasting Legacy, March 19
The Mecca Center invites you to Planned Giving: Planning For An Everlasting Legacy on Thursday, March 19, 2020 from 6pm to 8pm. Learn everything you wanted to know about investment […]
Clothing Drive on Saturday, February 29
Contribute to our Clothing Drive with Helping Hand for Relief and Development on Saturday, February 29 from 12pm to 4pm at The Mecca Center! All donations are Zakat and Sadaqa […]
MUHSEN Super Siblings event, February 28
Make new friends, enjoy games, activities, outings, discussions, and more fun at Super Siblings on Friday, February 28 from 6:30pm and 8:30pm at the MUHSEN Center in Oak Brook. This […]
An Afternoon With Active Adults, March 1
The Mecca Center invites community members ages 50 and up to an afternoon with Active Adults on Sunday, March 1, 2020 to learn about and share your input for Active […]
THANK YOU | See photos, video, and more from our Annual Fundraiser!
Dear Community Members, Asalamu Alaikum, You came and you delivered! Your action was louder than our words! See photos, videos, messages, publications, and more from our Annual Fundraiser! Thank you […]
Job Opening: Mecca Center Library Assistant
UPDATE: This job has been filled. Thank you! Job title: Mecca Center Library Assistant Term of employment: Part-time, based on 10 hours per week. Pay rate: $13.00 Status: Part-time Supervisor: Mecca Center Library Coordinator Job Description: Reporting to […]
February 2020 Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center February 2020 Newsletter and Prayer Schedule are here! In this month’s issue, read a special thank you message from Mecca Center President, Hani Atassi, MBA. View and […]
Stuck On Social Media & Video Games
The Mecca Center Family Programming Committee invites community members to “Stuck On Social Media & Video Games” a lecture by Dr. Leonard Sax, MD, PhD, on Saturday, February 8, 2020 […]
MVMT Recharge: Connection With Allah, January 18
Brothers and sisters ages 18 and up are invited to recharge your faith and enjoy a gathering inspired by a conversation about our most important relationship – our connection with […]
SAMS Free Specialty Clinics at Anne M. Jeans Elementary: Winter Schedule
The Mecca Center and Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) are pleased to announce that free specialty clinics will be available at Anne M Jeans Elementary School (Door 12, 16W631 91st […]
January 2020 Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center January 2020 Newsletter and Prayer Schedule are here! In this month’s issue, read about The Mecca Center’s Annual Fundraising Dinner on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Ashyana […]
Take Charge Of Your Health: The Prophetic Way, January 11
The Mecca Center Family Programming Committee invites community members to Take Charge Of Your Health: The Prophetic Way on Saturday, January 11, 2020 from 4pm to 6:30pm in the Mecca […]
Join The Mecca Center Civic Engagement Committee
Interested in Local Government? Interested in Advocacy? Interested in Coalition Building? Then The Mecca Center Civic Engagement Committee is looking for you! The Civic Engagement Committee is looking for new […]
Mecca MVMT: Coffee Talk for Women, December 21
The Mecca MVMT invites women ages 24-40 to Coffee Talk on Saturday, December 21 at 8pm for a cozy evening of open conversation, delicious snacks, and hot chocolate! This program […]
RSVP for our 2020 Annual Fundraiser: January 25
The Mecca Center cordially invites you to our 2020 Annual Fundraiser “Foundation For A New Generation” on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Ashyana Banquets in Downers Grove, Illinois. Registration opens […]
December 2019 Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center December 2019 Newsletter and Prayer Schedule are here! In this month’s issue, read about The Mecca MVMT’s annual anniversary event on Friday, December 13! View and download […]
MVMT Generation Wh(Y): Islam and Christmas, December 7
Brothers ages 24-40 are invited to join us on Saturday, December 7 at 6:30pm as we have a relaxed discussion on different topics surrounding Islam and Christmas!
Help us build our second wing this Giving Tuesday, December 3
The Mecca Center Sunday School, Quran Institute, and Mecca MVMT have outgrown our classrooms! For this reason, we are currently in our second phase of construction to build a new […]
Quran Blossoms Bake Sale, December 6
The Mecca Center Quran Blossoms program is holding a Bake Sale on Friday, December 6 from 11:15am to 2:15pm at the Mecca Center! Stop by and enjoy cupcakes, pies, donuts, […]
“Navigating the Special Needs Journey Successfully” Workshop: December 7
The Mecca Center and Muhsen invite you to “Navigating the Special Needs Journey Successfully” – a training workshop presented by Lila Ayyad Alharsha M Ed. BCBA, on Saturday, December 7, […]
RSVP for The Mecca MVMT’s 3rd Annual Anniversary Event: MVMT Night Live, December 13
Join The Mecca MVMT for their 3rd Annual Anniversary Event: MVMT Night Live on Friday, December 13 at 6pm at The Mecca Center! This event is open to High School […]
Mecca-Muhsen Caregiver Support Group, December 14
The Mecca Center and Muhsen invite you to our Caregiver Support Group on Saturday, December 14 from 11am to 1pm at The Mecca Center. All caregivers are welcome! This program will be […]
The Mecca Center: 2019 Board Election Results
Thanks to all the candidates who participated and to all who voted in The Mecca Center’s 2019 Board Election. It was a close election! Congratulations to all the winners! Akram […]
The Mecca Center Girl Scouts launch Cradles to Crayons campaign for children in need
For the month of November, The Mecca Girl Scouts Troop continued to learn about kindness and generosity. As they learn about being charitable, they explored the concept of homelessness. The […]
Thank you for attending our First Annual Seerah Conference: “A Portal To The Prophet” (pbuh)
Thank you for attending our First Annual Seerah Conference: “A Portal to the Prophet” (pbuh) on November 2 and 3! We hope our conference was enjoyable to all and offered our community […]
Important Mecca Center Recycling Announcement!
The Mecca Center Girl Scouts wants our community to go green! We are participating in the TREX challenge which is the collection of all CLEAN plastic bags and films for recycling directly into […]
Meet The Mecca Center 2019 Board Candidates
The Mecca Center encourages members to participate in our General Assembly & Election Day this Thursday, November 14, 2019. Ballots will be available on Thursday, November 14, 2019 at The […]
Coffee Talk: Money Management, November 9
The Mecca MVMT invites women ages 24-40 to Coffee Talk on Saturday, November 9 at 8pm in the youth lounge for a discussion about money management with financial planner and […]
November 2019 Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center November 2019 Newsletter and Prayer Schedule are here! In this month’s issue, read about our dedicated volunteer Br. Sameer Afsar in our Volunteer Spotlight! View and download […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Sameer Afsar
The Mecca Center recognizes volunteers with our Volunteer Spotlight for making a positive difference in our community. Volunteers featured in the Spotlight are individuals who have gone above and beyond […]
Fall 2019 Women’s Workouts at The Mecca Center
Women’s Workouts are being offered two days a week during Fall 2019! Women’s Bootcamp begins for six weeks every Sunday starting October 27, 2019 from 10am to 11am. This program […]
Seekers of Knowledge: Tafsir of Surat Yasin, every Thursday
Join us for Seekers of Knowledge: Tafsir of Surat Yasin every Thursday at 6:30pm starting October 17 with Sheikh Tariq Musleh and Sheikh Hassan Aly.
Mecca MVMT: Masculinity & Islam, October 20
The Mecca MVMT invites Brothers ages 24-40 to Generation Why(Y): Masculinity & Islam with Sheikh Tariq Musleh on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at 6:15pm sharp. Join us for an enlightening […]
Save the Date for our Annual Fundraiser: January 25, 2020
The Mecca Center will hold its Annual Fundraiser on January 25, 2020 at Ashyana Banquets in Downers Grove, Illinois. Please save the date and join us for this important community […]
The Mecca Center General Assembly & Election Day, November 14
The Mecca Center encourages members to participate in our General Assembly & Election Day on Thursday, November 14, 2019. Ballots will be available on Thursday, November 14, 2019 at The […]
The Mecca Center Girl Scouts urge mindfulness for the Earth
The Mecca Center’s Girl Scouts of America Troop had their first meeting for the school year on October 6. The Troop welcomed new Daisy and Brownie scouts in grades KG-3rd […]
1st Annual Mecca Center Seerah Conference: A Portal To The Prophet, Nov. 2 & 3
The Mecca Center invites you to the 1st Annual Mecca Center Seerah Conference: “A Portal To The Prophet” (peace and blessings be upon him) on Saturday, November 2 from 12:30pm-9pm […]
Attend Family Game Night on October 26
The Mecca Center Family Programming Committee invites you to Family Game Night on Saturday, October 26 from 6pm to 8pm in The Mecca Center Banquet Hall! This program is for […]
Mecca-Muhsen Weekend School Open House & Parent Meet & Greet, October 19
The Mecca Center-Muhsen Islamic Weekend School is holding an Open House & Parent Meet & Greet on Saturday, October 19 from 12pm to 1:15pm at The Mecca Center. Come learn […]
October 2019 Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center October 2019 Newsletter and Prayer Schedule are here! In this month’s issue, read about The Mecca Center Family Programming Committee’s recent nature hike, Mecca MVMT “Gifts of […]
Join The Mecca Center Girl Scouts!
Troops are forming now! Picture this: a safe, no-limits place designed specifically for girls, where they’re inspired to seek out new challenges, build important skills, and take the lead. That’s […]
Join us for “A Night of Quranic Light,” October 4
The Mecca Center and Rahma Worldwide invite you to “A Night of Quranic Light” on Friday, October 4, 2019 from 6pm to 9pm at The Mecca Center. Join us for […]
Join us for “Raising Amazing Adults in the 21st Century” this Saturday, September 28!
Hal Edward Runkel, LMFT invites parents to a special workshop, “Raising Amazing Adults in the 21st Century,” this Saturday, September 28 at The Mecca Center. The workshop runs from 10am […]