Join us for A Night of Quranic Light, August 4
The Mecca Center invites you to attend “A Night of Quranic Light” on Saturday, August 4 at 6pm. The event will feature lectures, Quranic recitations, and Nasheed by Sheikh Hassan Aly, […]
MVMT Swimming Days: Boys July 29, Girls Aug. 5
The Mecca MVMT invites youth ages 11 and older to Water Park Days for boys on Sunday, July 29 and for girls on Sunday, August 5. The time for both […]
Attend Succession: Khulafa Rashidun course, August 10-12
Join the Mecca MVMT between August 10 and 12 for a full weekend class being hosted by Qabeelat Wasat, the Chicago Chapter of AlMaghrib. Sheikh Hasib Noor will give a great […]
Amplify Your Voice: A One-Day Toolbox for Muslim Activists & Organizations
Join us on Saturday, August 18 at the Chicago Theological Seminary in Chicago as five organizations share their stories, expertise, and services to help empower you in your mission to […]
Support our Back to School campaign for children in Chicago
The Mecca Center is partnering with ICNA Relief and Madina Community for a “Back to School” campaign to provide school supplies for needy kids in Chicago. Please send your gift […]
The Mecca Center: July Newsletter & Prayer Schedule
The Mecca Center July Newsletter includes the July 2018 prayer schedule as well as special messages from the President, Sunday School Principal, Convert Support Group, and Mecca Quran Institute. View […]
Dar El Salam Hajj Seminar at The Mecca Center, July 21
Learn about how the spiritual essence of Hajj, Hajj logistics, manasik of Hajj, and get the opportunity to ask Dar El Salam questions about the pilgrimage. tomorrow, Saturday, July 21. […]
Attend Community Night with guest speaker, Dr. Fahad Khan, July 12
The Mecca Center invites you to Community Night on Thursday, July 12 with guest speaker Dr. Fahad Khan who will share a presentation on the keys to a happy marriage. […]
You ARE the Masjid
By Ricardo Peña Many years ago I had an interesting experience going through the McDonald’s drive-thru with my wife. We had pulled up to the window to pay when the […]
Sunday School Registration is now open for 2018/2019
Registration is now open for the 2018/2019 school year! The Mecca Center Sunday School 2018/2019 school year will begin on Sunday, September 9, 2018 and end on May 19, 2019. […]
VIDEO & PHOTOS: Thank you for attending our Eid al-Fitr Prayers!
The Mecca Center hopes you had a very blessed Eid al-Fitr! Thank you for attending the Mecca Center’s Eid al-Fitr Prayers on June 15 at Hinsdale South High School. Alhamdulillah, the football field […]
MVMT Recharge: Gems of Juz Amma
Join the Mecca MVMT for our College and Young Professionals weekly program, Gems of Juz Amma, which will explore lessons and stories from the final Juzu’ of the Holy Quran. […]
WATCH: Eid al-Fitr Greetings from the Mecca Center!
WATCH: Eid al-Fitr Greetings from the Mecca Center! Asalamu Alaikum, Dear Mecca Center Community, Eid Mubarak! The Mecca Center wishes you a very happy and blessed Eid al-Fitr! Eid al-Fitr […]
Join us for the 27th Night of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr Prayers
Asalamu Alaikum, Dear Mecca Center Community, We invite you to join us tonight for the 27th Night of Ramadan at the Mecca Center which will include a full program and […]
Shop on AmazonSmile and give back to the Mecca Center
When you shop on AmazonSmile, Amazon will give to the Mecca Center! Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchases to the Mecca Center when you shop at smile.amazon.com. […]
Khatmul Qur’an at the Mecca Center, June 12 at 10:15pm
Join us as we complete Khatmul Qur’an al Kareem and dua Khatmul Qur’an at 10:15pm tonight at the Mecca Center.
Join the Mecca MVMT & AAFS to Adopt Families for Eid!
The Mecca MVMT and Arab American Family Services (AAFS) will come together as a community to sponsor Muslim families for Eid Al-Fitr. Join us as we gift Muslim families in […]
Ramadan: The Beloved Visitor
As-Salamu ‘Alaikum Warahmatu Allah Wabarakatuh, Dear Beloved Brothers and Sisters, I pray that you and your families will find this Ramadan to be very rewarding – one of charity, good […]
Join us for a special Community Night Iftar on June 7
Join us for a special Community Night Iftar on Thursday, June 7 at the Mecca Center featuring a presentation by Ustadh Abdul Sattar Ahmed on “Living a Life of Spirituality.” […]
Read the Mecca Center Special Edition Ramadan Newsletter
The Mecca Center Special Edition Ramadan Newsletter is available now! Our Ramadan Newsletter includes all of your important Mecca Center Ramadan resources including Adhan times, directions and parking, Isha and Taraweeh […]
Ramadan Message from the President: “There is no greater reward…”
Asalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatu, Dear Mecca Center Community, I extend my greetings to our community during the great month of Ramadan. This is the month of mercy and […]
WATCH: Ramadan Greetings from the Mecca Center!
Ramadan Mubarak! The Mecca Center is pleased to share with you a new video of Ramadan Greetings from the Mecca Center. See how we are preparing for a blessed and […]
“Back to the Beginning: Reflections on the story of Adam & Eve” with Sh. Hassan Aly
Join us for “Back to the Beginning: Reflections on the Story of Adam and Eve” with Sheikh Hassan Aly on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30pm to 7pm, and Fridays from […]
The Fiqh of Fasting & Zakah every Friday with Sh. Hassan Aly
Join Sheikh Hassan Aly for the Fiqh of Fasting & Zakah every Friday from 12:20pm – 12:50pm at the Mecca Center. #MeccaRamadan
Join us for Mecca MVMT Ramadan programs for youth!
Join the Mecca MVMT for youth programs throughout the entire month of Ramadan! Iftars for High School & College Brothers & Sisters Friday, May 18 • Thursday, May 24 • Thursday, May […]
Attend the MWA Words to Live By Workshop on May 20
The Mecca Center and Muslim Women’s Alliance (MWA) invite you to attend a free sisters workshop on Sunday, May 20 about building spirituality through God’s Word, God’s Names, and God’s […]
Ramadan Potluck Iftars every Wednesday during Ramadan
The Mecca Center invites the community to Ramadan Potluck Iftars every Wednesday at Maghrib on May 16, May 23, May 30, June 6, and June 13. Break your fast with […]
Attend the Annual Muslim-Catholic Iftar on May 25
The Mecca Center, in collaboration with CIOGC and the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago, cordially invites you to the Annual Muslim Catholic Iftar, “Overcoming Hate Through Acts of Faith,” with special […]
Mecca MVMT: Special Edition of Purification of the Heart & Soul, May 12
The Mecca MVMT invites college and young professionals to a special edition of the Purification of the Heart and Soul series as we discuss the role of spirituality in the […]
Thank you for attending the Mecca MVMT Celebration of the Arts!
The Mecca Center and the Mecca MVMT thank you for attending the Celebration of the Arts event held last Saturday, April 28. The event aimed to bridge the gap between […]
Contribute to the Mecca Center’s “Voices of the Community”
As the Mecca Center community grows, so does the number of voices within it. The Mecca Center believes in providing a platform for community members to express their thoughts and […]
Community Night with guest speaker Mazen Atassi, May 10
The Mecca Center invites you to Community Night on Thursday, May 10 at the Mecca Center with guest speaker and holistic health counselor Mazen Atassi. The title of Mazen’s presentation […]
Attend the MVMT Pre-Ramadan Youth BBQ Bash, May 11
High School and college youth are invited to attend the Mecca MVMT’s Pre-Ramadan Youth BBQ Bash on Friday, May 11 from 6pm to 9pm at the Mecca Center. Along with delicious BBQ and […]
Workout Sessions for Women, April 22 to May 6
Workout Sessions for Women will be available for three weeks every Sunday from April 22 through May 6 at the Mecca Center. Half zumba, half yoga classes will be held […]
Registration for MQI Quran Blossoms program extended to April 16
There are only a few spots left for our MQI Quran Blossoms program and we are opening registration again on Monday, April 16 from 9:30am to 12:30pm. The MQI Quran Blossoms program […]
Come to MVMT Recharge: Purification of the Heart & Soul, April 14
Join The Mecca MVMT this Saturday, April 14, from 6pm-8pm for Purification of the Heart & Soul – a series for college and young professionals discussing the diseases of the heart, their […]
Participate in a Community Safety Workshop, April 21
The United States Department of Justice, in conjunction with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and Cook County Department of Homeland Security, is partnering with Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater […]
April Newsletter & Prayer Schedule available now!
We are pleased to share with you our April Newsletter which includes our April prayer schedule and feature articles by Sh. Hassan Aly, Mecca Center President Dr. M.A. Hamadeh, as well as updates from […]
Join us for our Daily Tafseer Halaqa after Fajr prayer, Monday through Friday
What better way to begin your day than with the Qur’an? Join us for our Daily Tafseer Halaqa every morning, Monday through Friday, after Fajr prayer at the Mecca Center. […]
Join the Mecca Center Convert Support Group every Saturday morning
We invite you to join us for the Mecca Center Convert Support Group every Saturday morning at 9am with Sh. Hassan Aly. The group conducts activities, events, and other general initiatives […]
Attend Mecca MVMT: A Celebration of the Arts, April 28
The Mecca MVMT invites you to a celebration of the arts on Saturday, April 28 at 6pm at the Mecca Center! As part of our celebration, we will be showcasing […]
Refugee Status: Mecca MVMT & Zakat Foundation unite for charity, April 13
In a collaboration with Zakat Foundation of America, the Mecca MVMT will be revealing a fundraising competition between the boys and girls of the MVMT! Using whatever resources and ideas […]
Register for the MQI Quran Blossoms program, April 9
Registration for the MQI Quran Blossoms program begins on April 9, 2018 at the Mecca Center. The MQI Quran Blossoms program at The Mecca Center is for children 3-5 years […]
Lewis University visits the Mecca Center to build interfaith bridges
The Mecca Center and Lewis University came together recently for a meeting aimed to help create a welcoming environment for Muslim students at the university. Lewis University, a private Roman Catholic […]
Vote in the General Primary Election: Tuesday, March 20 at the Mecca Center
The Mecca Center encourages you to vote in the Illinois Gubernatorial General Primary Election on Tuesday, March 20, 2018. We are also pleased to announce that the Mecca Center is […]
Meet Former NBA Superstar Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, March 25
The Mecca Center and Muslim Legal Fund of America cordially invite you to an upcoming event featuring Former NBA superstar, Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, on Sunday, March 25, at The Mecca Center. In […]
Mecca Quran Institute holds “Fun Day” for students
March 5 was not the typical day for the Mecca Quran Institute students. It was a “Fun Day” that many students were anticipating. The sound of laughter and happiness could […]
The Mecca Center receives Silver Certification from MUHSEN
The Mecca Center has received Silver Certification from MUHSEN (Muslims Understanding and Helping Special Education Needs) for special needs accommodations, accessibility, and dedicated khutbahs to create awareness that is needed […]
Join us for our Basa’er program every Wednesday before Isha
Join us for our Basa’er program every Wednesday, one hour before Isha, as we address and discuss contemporary topics and issues relevant to the Muslim community. This program is presented […]
Attend the Ladies Community Nasheed Celebration, March 17
The Mecca Center invites ladies ages 10 and above to attend a special Community Nasheed Celebration on Saturday, March 17, 2018 from 3pm-6pm. This is an opportunity for girls and women […]
Sh. Hassan Aly to share Islamic perspective on social, medical issues at upcoming events
The Mecca Center’s Imam and Religious Director, Sh. Hassan Aly, will be leading discussions and sharing the Islamic perspective on social and medical issues at upcoming events in the greater […]
Khalil Center Community Wellness Conference to be held at the Mecca Center, April 7
The Khalil Center and the Mecca Center invite you to attend the 4th Annual Community Wellness Conference “An Agenda for Psychological and Spiritual Reform” on Saturday, April 7, 2018. This […]
Attend the annual MYNA Midwest Spring Camp
Muslim Youth of North America (MYNA) will be holding a weekend camp for youth (ages 12-19) dedicated to examining and applying lessons from the life and legacy of Malcolm X. […]
March Newsletter & Prayer Calendar available now!
The Mecca Center March Newsletter and Prayer Calendar are here! In this issue, we reflect on our Annual Fundraiser “Building A Bright Future,” with special messages from our President Dr. […]
Workout Sessions for Women begin March 4
Workout Sessions for Women begin for six weeks every Sunday starting March 4, 2018 at the Mecca Center. Half zumba, half yoga classes will be held from 10am to 11am […]
Join us for “A Real Exercise in True Democracy,” on March 11
The Mecca Center encourages community members to attend a “A Real Exercise in True Democracy,” on Sunday, March 11 from 4:00pm-5:15pm at Maine High School in Park Ridge (2601 W. […]
Mecca MVMT: Ping Pong & Dodge-Ball Tournaments, March 10 & March 18
Join us as the Mecca MVMT presents two Ping Pong and Dodge-Ball tournaments to raise funds for Rohingya refugees! • Sisters Ping Pong & Dodge-Ball tournament: Saturday, March 10 from […]
A Night At The House of God: Basketball Tourney & Qiyam, March 9
Do you remember late nights spent with good company, quality food, and an energizing game of basketball? Rekindle those memories, and join us on Friday, March 9 at 10:00pm for […]
Join us for “The Supreme: Confidence in the Perfect Faith,” on March 9
Join The Mecca MVMT for “The Supreme: Confidence in the Perfect Faith” featuring Sh. Mohammed Elshinawy on Friday, March 9 at the Mecca Center! This event is for high school […]
Join us for Community Night, March 8 with Lena Tleib
Join us for Community Night on Thursday, March 8 from 6:30pm to 8pm at the Mecca Center with guest speaker Lena Tleib. Her talk, “Shukr: The Missing Ingredient for a […]
Attend “Through The Fire” with Sh. Omar Suleiman, March 2
The Mecca Center invites you to attend “Through the Fire: The Journey of Salman the Persian” with Sh. Omar Suleiman on Friday, March 2 from 7-10pm. Imprisoned by his father, […]
“Dribbling Down Barriers” Basketball Clinic with Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir, Feb. 25
The Mecca Center encourages you to attend the “Dribbling Down Barriers” Basketball Clinic for youth with Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir, on Sunday, February 25 in both Hyde Park and Mount Prospect, Illinois. […]
Watch: A Special Thank You Message from Sh. Hassan Aly
Watch: A Special Thank You Message from Sh. Hassan Aly See photos from our Annual Fundraiser “Building A Bright Future” Asalamu Alaikum, Dear Mecca Center Community, We express our deepest […]
Journey Into the Life of the Beloved: A Fiqh & Seerah class for young women
The Mecca Center presents “Journey Into the Life of the Beloved,” a class for young women on the fundamentals of faith. During this halaqa, we will focus on Fiqh and […]
Read the Mecca Center February Newsletter
The Mecca Center February Newsletter is here! Learn about the Mecca Center “Building A Bright Future,” how the values preached by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. parallel Islamic way of […]
A special video message from Sh. Hassan Aly
Watch: A Special Video Message from Sh. Hassan Aly Asalamu Alaikum, Dear beloved Sisters and Brothers, It’s been one year since we moved to our new building, for which we […]
Attend the Gubernatorial Candidates Forum, Jan. 27
Join us for a gubernatorial candidates forum featuring Senator Daniel Biss, Chris Kennedy, and Tio Hardiman on Saturday, January 27 from 10:30am to 1pm at The Mecca Center. Organized by […]
Dr. Asra Ali elected to ISNA Executive Committee
See the ISNA statement The Mecca Center congratulates board member Dr. Asra Ali who has been newly elected as an executive committee board member of the Islamic Society of North […]
Youth Quran classes begin February 5 at the Mecca Center
The Quran Institute will offer Quran classes for youth starting February 5 at the Mecca Center. Youth Quran classes are offered for Middles School students (ages 11-14) as well as High School […]
Attend the SAMS-Mecca Center Community Health Fair, Feb. 10
The Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) and the Mecca Center invite you to attend a free community health fair on Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 1pm to 4pm at Anne […]
Join us for MVMT Recharge: Purification of the Heart & Soul every other Saturday
The MECCA MVMT presents its first edition of the Recharge series: Purification of the Heart and Soul – a program for college students and young professionals. During the bi-weekly sessions, […]
Read the Mecca Center January Newsletter
The Mecca Center January Newsletter is here! Read Youth Director Sh. Tariq Musleh’s message about the Mecca Youth MVMT, learn about a Christian’s experience at the Mecca Center, and get […]
Mecca MVMT: Feed the Homeless Day, January 26
There’s no better way to revive the Prophetic tradition of service than through bringing the community together, to serve the rest of the community. That’s why MECCA MVMT Impact is […]
Annual Fundraiser online tickets now available
We are pleased to announce that online tickets are now available for our Annual Fundraiser Dinner: “Building A Bright Future” on Sunday, February 11 at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace! We encourage you to […]
Mecca Center to open Baraem program for children ages 3-5
The Mecca Center is preparing to open its Baraem program in 2018 which will be affiliated with the curriculum in Bridgeview and Orland Park. The program will be for children […]
Save the Date for our Annual Fundraiser: February 11
Asalamu Alaikum, Dear Mecca Center Community, The Mecca Center will hold its Annual Fundraiser on Sunday, February 11, 2018 at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. Please save the date and […]
Workout Sessions for Women begin January 7
Workout Sessions for Women begin for six weeks every Sunday starting January 7, 2018 at the Mecca Center. Half zumba, half yoga classes will be held from 10am to 11am […]
Mecca MVMT makes an impact with launch event
Thank you for joining us to celebrate a momentous occasion in Mecca Center history, the Mecca MVMT Launch on December 8. Hundreds of community members gathered to learn about the Mecca Center’s youth […]
MVMT Recharge: Purification of the Heart & Soul
Join us for MVMT Recharge: Purification of the Heart & Soul, a series for college and young professionals addressing the diseases of the heart, their symptoms, and treatment. The discussion is […]
Meet the Mecca Center’s newly elected Board Members
Top Left: Salam Atassi, Top Right: Salwa Sunbulli, Bottom Left: Dr. Linda Hamadeh, Bottom Right: Mazen Asbahi The Mecca Center recently welcomed four new board members as part of its […]
The Legacy of the Prophet Muhammad: Family potluck and lecture, Dec. 3
Join us tonight for the Legacy of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) family potluck and lecture with Sheikh Hassan Aly from 4:30pm – 8pm at the Mecca Center!
Read the Mecca Center December Newsletter
The Mecca Center December Newsletter is available now! This month, read about the Prophet Muhammad’s (sa) unwavering mercy to mankind, how you can support the Mecca Center, as well as […]
Mecca Center Board Elections and General Assembly to be held December 1
The Mecca Center will hold Board Elections on Friday, December 1 from 7pm-9pm at the Mecca Center. Early voting is available on Tuesday, November 28 from 9am-12pm. Only Mecca Center […]
Mecca Center Ladies Get Together creates new friendships
The Mecca Center recently held a Ladies Get Together in the banquet hall to provide an opportunity for women in the Mecca Center community to meet, engage, and grow friendships. […]
Attend the Mecca Youth Launch Event on Friday, December 8
Asalamu Alaikum, We are excited to invite you to a momentous occasion in Mecca Center history, the Mecca Youth Launch Event this Friday, December 8! The program will feature a MVMT launch presentation, a TED-style talk by Ustadh […]
Sh. Hassan Aly appointed to HCS Family Services Board
Muslims believe in serving the greater good, and at the Mecca Center, its Imam and Religious Director serves as a great example. The Mecca Center’s Imam and Religious Director, Sh. […]
Mecca Center November Newsletter available now
The Mecca Center November Newsletter is available now! This month, read about Sh. Hassan and the Mecca Center’s work to serve the greater good, making the Mecca Center more inclusive, […]
Family Counseling offered at the Mecca Center
The Mecca Center offers family counseling with Imam and Religious Director, Sh. Hassan Aly. If you are seeking support and guidance, please schedule an appointment with Sh. Hassan Aly by […]
Alif Lām Mīm: Learn Islamic sciences through scholarly text
Attend Alif Lām Mīm with Sh. Hassan Aly every Wednesday at the Mecca Center at 6:45pm to learn the Islamic sciences through scholarly texts. This program is for college students […]
Come to Community Night with Ahmed Rehab, Friday, Nov. 3
Join us for a special Mecca Center Community Night on Friday, November 3 from 6:30pm to 8pm with Ahmed Rehab, Executive Director of CAIR-Chicago, as he presents a lecture on […]
Learn about the latest Travel Ban on Oct. 28
The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago (CIOGC) is presenting a Travel Ban Seminar hosted by the Mecca Center on Saturday, October 28 from 11am-1pm. We encourage you to come […]
Attend our Foster Parents Workshop on Dec. 2
Mark your calendars for a special Foster Parents Workshop on Saturday, December 2, from 10:30am to 12pm at the Mecca Center. The event will be led by Sheikh Hassan Aly and representatives […]
Attend Community Night, Friday Oct. 6
Asalamu Alaikum, Dear Mecca Center Community, We invite you to join us for Community Night, this Friday, October 6 at the Mecca Center. We will share lessons and reflections on […]
Attend the Adhan Workshop at Mecca Center, Sept. 20
Join us for an Adhan Workshop at the Mecca Center on Wednesday, September 20 from 7:15pm to 8:15pm. The workshop will be led by Fateh Riyal and Sh. Hassan Aly. […]
Help the Mecca Center help you by taking this survey
Asalamu Alaikum, Dear Mecca Center Community, The Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU) is working with the Mecca Center to better understand the needs of the community in order […]
Sunday School at maximum capacity, new registrations waitlisted
Thank you for making the first day of Sunday School a success, alhamdulillah! We are at maximum capacity and all school registrations are currently waitlisted. Students will be added on an […]
Thank you for attending our Eid Celebration!
As-Salamu ‘Alaikum Warahmatu Allah Wabarakatuh, In the authentic narration, our beloved messenger Muhammad (pbuh) said: “He does not show gratitude to Allah, who does not show gratitude to people.” Alhamdulillah, […]
Register for the Mecca Center Quran Institute
The Mecca Center is launching its Quran Institute programs for both youth and adults in the coming months ahead! The Quran Institute will offer classes in recitation, memorization, and targets […]
Join us for our Eid Celebration, September 10!
Join us for our Eid Celebration on Sunday, September 10 at the Mecca Center! The event will feature fun for the entire family including BBQ, games, activities, sports, and a […]
Read the Mecca Center September Newsletter!
The Mecca Center September Newsletter is here! Read the President’s message about sacrifice this Eid Al-Adha, learn about the lessons of Hijrah from Sheikh Hassan Aly, and get youth updates […]