Online / Onsite Learning

The ETCIC offers a number of other programs in addition to the weekend school. See below for details.

Arabic Level 1

A comprehensive 8 week beginner arabic class for all-ages children starting 7 years old to adults: Reading and writing arabic.

Details

The Arabic program provides the opportunity for children and adults in the community to read and write with well qualified and experienced staff. The program will be an ongoing after-school program meeting twice a week Monday and Thursday 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Arabic reading fluency is not required to enroll in this program.

Please email Mohammad Battah (education@etcic.org) for any questions.

Schedule

Every Monday and Thursday, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, starting September 27th, 2021 to November 18th 2021.

Fees

One time payment of $55 per student.

Seerah Series

The Seerah program discusses information about the life of the Prophet PBUH in a manner that is not only informative, but also interesting.

Details

Provide information on the life of the Prophet PBUH in a manner that is not only informative, but also interesting.
Kid focused, but adults will also find this Seerah series informative and interesting.
Presented in a manner that is suitable for the kids.
Slides and other interactive means will be used to hold everyone’s interest.
We will also look to employ new ways to maintain interest and evolve as we get along as we learn from our experiences.
Covered in chronological manner from the very beginning.

Schedule

Bi-monthly on 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month, after Ishaa.

Timings will be adjusted with the seasons.

Fees

Free

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Friday Night Halaqah

This program discusses different topics in Islam in order to improve the knowledge base and understanding of Islam for children and adults.

details

The Friday Halaqa is open to families and individuals. The discussion of topics is presented at a level that allows our children to develop their knowledge base of Islam while providing the adults
opportunities to better understand Islam in a setting that addresses the needs and challenges of children learning of Islam. Topics covered include Aqeeda, Fiqh, Seerah, Morals, and others.
Different speakers are invited to lead the discussion on a specific topic.

Topics covered in 2020
1st Friday of the month: Biographies of the Companions
2nd and 4th Fridays of the month: Seerah of the Prophet (pbuh)
3rd Friday of the month: Discussions from the book Meadows of the Righteous by Imam an-Nawawi
5th Friday of the month: Special topic.

Schedule

Winter: Fridays right after Ishaa Prayer

Summer: Fridays between Maghrib and Isha Prayers

Fees

Free

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Quran Recitation

This program teaches the correct recitation of the Quran by emphasizing the mastery of rules of Tajweed. It is offered to youth and adult men.

Details

Attendees read directly from the Quran while observing the rules of Tajweed. The different rules of Tajweed are presented in increments in each meeting and as needed to explain and improve the application of these rules in reciting the Quran. The program is open for youth and adult men.

Schedule

Winter: The Quran Recitation program meets on Wednesdays right after Ishaa Prayer

Summer: After Maghrib Prayers

Fees

Free

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Quran Reading & Hifz

We offer a 100% online Quran program for school-age children: Reading the Quran from cover to cover and Hifz (Quran Memorization).

details

Hifz program provides the opportunity for children in the community to read and memorize the Quran with well qualified and experienced staff. The program will be an ongoing after-school program meeting twice a week. Quran reading fluency is required to enroll in this program. Students will be evaluated at enrollment, and if more reading competency is needed, they will be required to take the Quran Reading Intensive course (Weekend School) before attending.

The program will be taught by eight staff members (Br. Mustapha, Br. Maaz, Br. Adam, Sr. Salma, Sr. Rukhsana, Br. Abdalla, Br. Wa’el, Br. Abdul Jabbar) who have the qualification and experience teaching — combined experience over 20 years in education, reading, and memorization.

Schedule

Every Monday and Thursday, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, starting September 14th, 2020. The total program is for three months.

Fees

$60 per month/student + $30 Administration Fee. Total per-student fees for the quarter (3 months) $210. The monthly payment option is available. Please email Mohammad Battah (education@etcic.org) for any questions and discount options for multiple students.

Quran Tafseer

This program discusses the meaning, or Tafseer, of a set of verses of the Quran with separate classes for both youth and adults.

details

In addition to the Tafseer, the program also supports memorizing the verses of Quran, for which Tafseer is being explained, for those interested in memorizing Quran. Otherwise, people are welcome to just come and learn the Tafseer.

Schedule

Youth: Saturday right after Maghreb Prayer.

Adults: Tuesday night after Ishaa Prayer during the winter months and at 7:00 pm in the summer months.

Fees

Free

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12585 Hudson Rd S.
Afton, MN 55001
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Jum’ah / Friday Prayer Guidelines

Only two Jum’ah sessions are offered:

Session 1:
Khutbah: 1:15 pm – 1:35 pm
Salat: 1:35 pm – 1:45 pm

Session 2:
Khutbah: 2:15 pm – 2:35 pm
Salat: 2:35 pm – 2:45 pm

No registration is required.
Wearing a face mask is now required per the latest CDC guidance.
We will be offering both socially distanced as well as NO socially distanced prayer rows. Community members can then choose between the two options based on their comfort level.

We strongly request that if you are sick or anyone in your household is sick, please avoid coming to the masjid even if your symptoms are not typical of COVID-19.

These rules will be evaluated and subject to change based on changes in COVID-19 cases.

Those coming to the Masjid understand and agree that they are coming to the Masjid at their own risk and the ETCIC, its Board or any of the volunteers cannot be held responsible for any issues including any health issues that may result to anyone directly or indirectly based upon reopening of the Masjid.

For additional information or questions, please contact us.

Eid-ul-Adha Announcement

In shaa Allah, Eid-ul-Adha 1442/2021 will be on Tuesday, July 20, 2021.

The day of Arafah will be on Monday, July 19.

For further details, please see the following link: http://www.fiqhcouncil.org/

The Eid Prayer will be held at the ETCIC, 12585 Hudson Road S., Afton, MN 55001:

There will be two sessions:

Session 1:    Takbeerat starts at 7:15 am
                     Salat starts at 7:30 am
                     Khutbah ends at      8:00 am

Session 2:    Takbeerat starts at 9:00 am
                     Salat starts at          9:15 am
                     Khutbah ends at      9:45 am

Prayers will be held outside under tents. There will be both socially distanced as well as NO socially distanced prayer rows. Community members can then choose between the two options based on their comfort level.

Please, bring your own Prayer mat. Wearing a face mask is highly recommended.

Please, if you are sick or anyone in your household is sick, avoid coming to the masjid even if your symptoms are not typical of COVID-19.

The ETCIC wishes all Muslims a joyous Eid Mubarak, full of happiness and gratitude.

Eid Mubarak

As a reminder, according to the Fiqh Council on North America (FCNA):

Eid-al-Fitr 1442 AH will be Thursday, May 13, 2021

Please CLICK HERE to see a collective announcement on Eid from Islamic Organizations in the Twin Cities that are following FCNA this year.

Eid prayers at the ETCIC are open to the entire family.

Prayers will be held outdoors.

However, sisters will have the choice of being seated inside the Masjid or outside.

Children need to be with their parents and families at ALL TIMES and masked as appropriate < age 2 not required, aged 2-5 – strongly encouraged, >5 masked

Please dress appropriately and arrive and leave on time because the whole Eid Prayer program is shortened this year.

YOU MUST REGISTER FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY – See below

In sha Allah, there will be 2 prayer sessions.

First Session:
Check in:         8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Takbeerat:       8:15 AM
Salah:              8:30 AM
Khutbah:         8:35 AM – 8:50 AM
Departure:       9:00 AM – 9:15 AM

Second Session:
Check in:           9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Takbeerat:         9:45 AM
Salah:              10:00 AM
Khutbah:         10:05 AM – 10:20 AM
Departure:       10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Both prayer sessions will be held at the ETCIC Islamic Center, 12585 Hudson Road S, Afton, MN 55001

For additional information or questions regarding this Eid Announcement please contact Br Mustapha Hammida at hmmd_mstph@yahoo.com.

May Allah accept all our fasts and good deeds, Ameen!

Eid Prayer Registration

We thank everyone for following all the rules and regulations while attending prayers at the Masjid and helping keep us all safe.

Anyone planning to attend Eid Prayers, MUST REGISTER. Registration will be strictly enforced and NO one without registration will be allowed to attend due to limited space.

Registration will open Wednesday at Fajr time.
To register, go to our website at www.etcic.org and click on the link to Register for Eid.
Upon registration, a ticket with a bar code will be emailed.
This ticket will need to be presented when coming for Eid and will be scanned.
Please register for ONE SESSION ONLY.
Registration for multiple sessions, will result in cancellation of all the sessions.

We will continue to enforce all restrictions and protocols that are in place for the protection of all of us from COVID-19. It is critical that each one of us continues to follow them to ensure that we can keep our Masjid open safely.

Violation of these rules will put the entire community at risk and none of us can afford that. We have many community members who are elderly or have other underlying health conditions which make them much more at risk, so please follow the restrictions and protocols that are being outlined for our collective safety and protection.

Restrictions and protocols for Eid Prayer:

You must register for all members of your family who will be attending the Eid prayer through our website at www.etcic.org.
No one will be admitted without scannable ticket issued following registration.
You must register for ONE SESSION ONLY. Registering for more than one session will result in cancellation of all registrations.
DO NOT register from one session and show up for a different one – you will not be allowed to enter
If you are sick or anyone in your household is sick, please do not come to the Masjid even if your symptoms may not be typical COVID-19 symptoms
Face Masks are required – No Face Mask = No entry. There will be NO exceptions. Please bring your own face masks for you and your children
At least 6 feet of physical distancing MUST be maintained at all times, and avoid contact with others, including shaking hands.
Children must remain with their parents or families at ALL TIMES
Please do wudu at home
Please bring your own prayer mats
Only designated praying areas marked based on physical distancing rules must be used for prayers

Additional rules and restrictions may be put in place by the managing team. Please adhere to their directions to ensure we can keep our Masjid open.

Those not following the restrictions and protocols will be asked to leave.
Those coming to the Masjid understand and agree that they are coming to the Masjid at their own risk and the ETCIC, its Board or any of the volunteers cannot be held responsible for any issues including any health issues that may result to anyone directly or indirectly based upon reopening of the Masjid.

Please take the time to review these restrictions and protocols before coming to the masjid, and let us know if you have any questions

Vaccine Information and Appointments

Appointments Required

Eastern Twin Cities Islamic Center (ETCIC) is pleased to announce that it will be offering COVID vaccination at its Afton Islamic Center located at 12585 Hudson Rd S Afton, MN 55001 on Tue April 13th from 9 AM to noon in collaboration with Muslim American Society (MAS) and MN Dept of Health (MDH). A&E Pharmacy in Minneapolis will be administering the vaccination and the single shot J&J Vaccine will be administered.

Vaccination is open to everyone 18+ irrespective of their faith or religious beliefs.

Registration for vaccine can be done by clicking here. Please read the form carefully. The promo code mentioned at the top of the form is a field later on in the form to select the time for vaccination.

As doses are limited, we encourage you to register yourself and your immediate family members as soon as possible. And please register ONLY if you are certain that you will be coming for vaccination to ensure everyone benefits from it as the vaccines need to be used up once opened.

Please share with others who may benefit from it.

Online / Onsite Learning

Arabic Level 1

A comprehensive 8 week beginner arabic class for all-ages children starting 7 years old to adults: Reading and writing arabic.

Details

Schedule

Fees

Seerah Series

The Seerah program discusses information about the life of the Prophet PBUH in a manner that is not only informative, but also interesting.

Details

Schedule

Fees

Friday Night Halaqah

This program discusses different topics in Islam in order to improve the knowledge base and understanding of Islam for children and adults.

details

Schedule

Fees

Quran Recitation

This program teaches the correct recitation of the Quran by emphasizing the mastery of rules of Tajweed. It is offered to youth and adult men.

Details

Schedule

Fees

Quran Reading & Hifz

We offer a 100% online Quran program for school-age children: Reading the Quran from cover to cover and Hifz (Quran Memorization).

details

Schedule

Fees

Quran Tafseer

This program discusses the meaning, or Tafseer, of a set of verses of the Quran with separate classes for both youth and adults.

details

Schedule

Fees

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