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Ansar Leadership Conference Held in Dallas, TX

This year's Ansar Leadership Conference (ALC) for Majlis Ansarullah USA was hosted by the Dallas Majlis on February 26 and 27 at Baitul Ikram Mosque. 49 Majalis were represented at the ALC and the total attendance, including Zo'ama and National Amila members, was 89.

The opening session commenced on Saturday morning with the recitation of the Holy Quran followed by the Pledge of Majlis Ansarullah led by respected Sadr Majlis, Imran Hayee Sahib. In his opening address, respected Sadr Sahib impressed upon Zo'ama the importance of "Taqwa" in their success as leaders of local Majalis.

During the ALC proceedings, several breakout and general sessions were held. Qaid Umumi, Mahfooz Sheikh Sahib, announced the names of the recipients of the "Dedicated Services Award" which are as follows:

• Munir Malik Sahib who served the Majlis as Qaid Ta'limul Qur'an from 2016-2021
• Mooda Shiraz Mantara who served the Majlis as Qaid Waqf-e-Jadid from 2016-2021
• Lamin Sanyang Sahib who served the Majlis as Qaid Tarbiyat in 2020 and as Muawin Sadr in 2021

Respected Sadr Sahib then presented Alam-e-Inami for the year 2021 which was awarded to Detroit Majlis. Barakallahulakum. The top three Majalis in each category (small, medium, large) as well as their Zo'ama were also announced, which are as follows:

• Small Majalis

1st: Oshkosh Majlis - Saad Mian Sahib
2nd: Syracuse Majlis - Badar Munir Ahmad Sahib
3rd: Fitchburg Majlis - Masood Ashraf Sahib

• Medium Majalis

1st: Detroit Majlis - Mahmood Qureshi Sahib
2nd: Bay Point Majlis - Muhammad Javed Khan Sahib
3rd: Boston Majlis - Muzaffar Chaudhry Sahib

• Large Majalis

1st: Los Angeles Majlis - Fawad Khan sahib
2nd: Dallas Majlis - Naseer Tahir sahib
3rd: New York Majlis - Mohammad Kamruz Zaman sahib

Afterwards, Murabbi-e-Silsila, Zaheer Bajwa Sahib, delivered a faith inspiring speech on the "Status of Khilafat" followed by concluding remarks by respected Sadr Sahib. The final session of the ALC concluded with the silent prayer followed by Zhur and Asr prayers and lunch.

For more detailed report, including pictures from the event, please visit the Ansarullah USA website at https://www.ansarusa.org/alc2022.

Long Island Majlis – Archery Event

(Zeeshan Hameed, Zaim Long Island, NY Majlis)

Majlis Ansarullah Long Island held an event recently to bring members of the Majlis together, encourage sportsmanship and increase brotherhood. The First indoor archery event was organized by Muntazim Health Kashif Chaudry sahib and the local Ansar Amila. The event was held indoors in Patchogue NY on Saturday February 19th; the middle of winter in New York.

By the Grace of Allah the attendance was much greater than expected. The archery range was booked exclusively for our group with a dedicated instructor. However we ran short on space. Members of the Majlis, some of whom brought their children experienced two hours of great sportsmanship and brotherhood. We had archers as young as 10 years old and as old as 70 years old who were standing side by side trying to hit their target. The event ended with congregational salat and dinner.

Our intention was a brotherhood activity however we were able to do Tabligh through our actions as well. The 72 year old owner of the range was there for the whole event along with his staff. He asked several questions and seemed interested in who we were. The Ansar told him about what Majlis Ansarullah is and naturally he asked about wether we have a similar women organization. After the event ended he asked for permission to speak and said “ thank you for coming, I learned a lot about your culture and you are welcome here.” They respectfully watched us pray together and shared our meal with us enjoying Pratha chicken tikka and Mithai for the first time.

It is a blessing of Allah that folks who had limited interaction with Muslims were introduced to Islam through the actions of the members who participated.

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Department of Publications Majlis Ansarullah USA

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