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 […]
Ramadan Prep Workshops, Sundays through April 4
Join The Mecca Center for Ramadan Prep Workshops live on Facebook every Sunday through April 4! Learn how to nurture spirituality within our homes, how to work out and what […]
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 […]
Women’s Pre-Ramadan Workouts Spring 2020
Women’s Bootcamp begins for six weeks every Sunday starting March 8, 2020 from 10am to 11am. JUST FOR THIS (March 8 – April 12) session, the class will consist of […]
Mecca Center Ramadan Interfaith Iftar strengthens alliances for peace
The Mecca Center held its Ramadan Interfaith Iftar on Wednesday, May 15, entitled “Strengthening Alliances for Peace.” The Interfaith Iftar is an annual event where the Mecca Center community breaks […]
MVMT Ramadan Gatherings for High School & College Girls
The Mecca MVMT invites High School and College Girls to Qiyams Saturday evenings at 12 midnight during Ramadan. Suhoor is provided. The themes of the Provisions for Paradise (A Sound […]
MVMT Ramadan Gatherings for High School & College Guys
The Mecca MVMT invites High School and College Guys to Weekly Iftars every Friday at 8pm and weekly Qiyams every Friday late night 12 midnight until Fajr. Suhoor is provided. […]
MVMT Ramadan Meet Ups for Middle School Girls, May 26
The Mecca MVMT invites Middle School Girls ages 11-13 to a special Ramadan gathering on Sunday, May 26 for Iftar and Taraweeh starting at 8pm. For more information, please contact […]
MVMT Ramadan Meet Ups for Middle School Boys
The Mecca MVMT invites Middle School Boys ages 11-13 to Ramadan gatherings of spiritual revival at The Mecca Center. Join the MVMT on Sunday, May 26 for Qiyam at 10pm […]
RSVP for our Buddy System during Taraweeh for special needs children
The Mecca Center is pleased to offer a Buddy System provided by Muhsen-trained Volunteers Saturdays in Ramadan. Volunteers will shadow or buddy with our special needs children during the first hour […]
The Mecca Center: Annual Ramadan Dinner, May 15
The Mecca Center invites community members to its Annual Ramadan Dinner (Iftar) on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at 6:30pm with keynote speakers Bishop Sally Dyck and Mark Siljander. Bishop Sally […]
Prepare and Donate Ramadan Food Baskets, May 19
The Mecca Center and Mecca MVMT are partnering with ICNA Relief and the Madina Community to prepare food baskets for local families in need this Ramadan. This project aims to […]
MQI Young Ladies Ramadan Quran Program, May 6 – June 3
The Mecca Quran Institute (MQI) is offering a Young Ladies Ramadan Quran Program Thursdays through Saturdays from 5pm to 6:30pm between May 6 and June 3 on the second floor […]
Ramadan Community Iftars: May 7, 14, 21, and 28
The Mecca Center invites community members to our Community Iftars at Maghrib on May 7, 14, 21, and 28. Break your fast with the Mecca Center community during the holiest […]
The Mecca Center: 2019 Ramadan Newsletter
Asalamu Alaikum, Dear Community Members, Ramadan is upon us! We are pleased to share with you our Special Edition Ramadan Newsletter which includes our Ramadan Prayer Schedule, Taraweeh Guidelines, as well as […]
MQI Women’s Ramadan Quran Program, May 6 – June 3
The Mecca Quran Institute (MQI) is offering a Women’s Ramadan Quran Program from May 6 to June 3, 2019 on Mondays through Fridays from 11am to 1pm in the first […]
Annual Ramadan Gingerbread Masjid Building Event, May 11
The Mecca Center Family Programming Committee presents its Annual Ramadan Gingerbread Masjid Building Event on Saturday, May 11 from 3pm-5pm at The Mecca Center. Create beautiful Ramadan memories together as […]
Jewels of the Quran, May 5 through June 2
The Mecca Center invites community members to Jewels of the Quran, every night from May 7 to June 2, 15 minutes before Isha Adhan. Join us for daily reflections on […]
Chronicles of the Quran, May 7 through June 2
The Mecca Center invites college students and adults to Chronicles of the Quran, Sundays through Wednesdays, from May 7 to June 2 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. Led by Sheikh Hassan […]
MQI Bazaar & Exhibit about the Life of the Prophet Mohammad (PBUH), May 4
The Mecca Quran Institute (MQI) invites community members to a Bazaar and Exhibit about the Life of the Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) on Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 7:30pm to 9pm […]
Mecca MVMT: Pre-Ramadan BBQ Bashes
The Mecca MVMT invites youth to three separate Pre-Ramadan BBQ Bashes to enjoy great food and company before the holy month. Please see the dates and event info for each […]
Dawra Al-Quran Urdu program for Women, April 29 through May 30
The Mecca Center is offering a Dawra Al-Quran Urdu program for women with Ustazah Iffat Maqbool, Mondays through Thursdays 11am-1pm, from April 29 through May 30. Enrich your mind and […]
Community Night: Cultivating Spirituality within the Self, Home, & Community in Ramadan, April 27
Join us for Community Night: Cultivating Spirituality within the Self, Home, & Community in Ramadan with guest speaker Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans on Saturday, April 27 from Maghrib to Isha (7:45pm […]
Spring Into Ramadan: Children’s Craft Fair, April 21
Join us for Spring Into Ramadan, a children’s craft fair on Sunday, April 21, and get the whole family ready for Ramadan! There will be crafts for kids as well […]
MVMT Recharge: Pathway to Prayer, April 28
The Mecca MVMT invites College and Young Professionals to “Pathway to Prayer,” a salat workshop and special edition of Recharge, on Sunday, April 28 at 6pm with Sheikh Hassan Aly, […]
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 […]
Eid al-Fitr Prayers to be held at Hinsdale South High School on Friday, June 15
Eid al-Fitr Prayers will be held on Friday, June 15 at Hinsdale South High School football field in Darien, Illinois. Takbeerat will begin at 8am and prayer is at 9am. Hinsdale South High […]
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 […]
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.
Thank you for attending our Community Night Iftar!
Thank you for attending our special Community Night Iftar on Thursday, June 7. The enriching evening included breaking our fast together, taking part in prayer as a community, and listening […]
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 […]
Prepare and Donate Food Baskets this Ramadan!
The Mecca Center and Mecca MVMT are partnering with ICNA Relief and the Madina Community to prepare food baskets for local families in need this Ramadan. This project aims to engage the youth […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for Eid al-Fitr prayers this Sunday!
Asalamu Alaikum, Dear Mecca Center Community, Jummah Mubarak! Eid al-Fitr will be on Sunday, June 25th. We will host Eid prayers at the Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street, Willowbrook, Illinois 60527. […]
Lailatul Qadar: The Last 10 Days of Ramadan Program
Please join the Mecca Center for the last 10 days of Ramadan program!
Ramadan Newsletter available now!
Asalamu Alaikum, Dear Mecca Center Community, Jummah Mubarak! The Mecca Center Ramadan Newsletter is available now! This month, get Azan times, Isha & Taraweeh Prayer Guidelines, info on Ramadan and […]
The Word & Spirit of God: Lessons from the Quran, May 29 – June 23
In the past four years, we have explored the themes of surat al Kahf and the stories of Yousuf (AS), Musa and Haroun (AS), and Ibrahim (AS). Join us for […]
Register for the Ramadan Daily Quranic Reading program for girls!
This Ramadan, the Mecca Center presents the Ramadan Daily Quranic Reading program for girls ages 8 and up! The goal of the program is for reciters to complete one khatm of […]
Announcement: No double parking during Ramadan
Attention Mecca Center community: Please note that there will be no more double parking during Jummah prayers at the Mecca Center starting Friday, May 12 through Ramadan! Please park at […]
Volunteer for the Mecca Center this Ramadan!
Serve your community and gain blessed rewards during the holiest month of the year! The Mecca Center is looking for people like you this Ramadan. Sign up to volunteer with the […]
Join us for our Annual Ramadan Dinner on June 1
Asalamu Alaikum, Dear Mecca Center Community, Join us in welcoming the holiest month of the year, Ramadan, on Thursday, June 1 for our Annual Ramadan Dinner. The special guest speakers for […]
May Newsletter available now!
Jummah Mubarak! The Mecca Center May Newsletter is available now! This month, read about our recent Grand Opening as well as special feature articles by Sh. Hassan Aly on the […]