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Muslims across the world to celebrate Earth Day with Green Khutbah Campaign

Muslims across the world to celebrate Earth Day with Green Khutbah Campaign

Muslims across the world will commemorate Earth Day on Friday, April 22, 2022 with the Green Khutbah Campaign [http://www.khaleafa.com/green-khutbah-campaign] as religious leaders deliver a sermon to raise awareness on the environmental challenges facing humanity. “We are encouraging mosques, schools, universities and Islamic Institutions to devote their

Muslims urged to embrace environmental side of Islam

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Muslims urged to embrace environmental side of Islam

By Beatrice Ekoko Eight years ago, Toronto-based Muslim environmentalist Muaz Nasir was looking for a way to combine his background in environmental science and his passion for community activism with the goal of furthering an Islamic perspective on the care of the Earth. He wanted to offer Muslims Canadians across

Muslims to celebrate Earth Day with Green Khutbah Campaign

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Muslims to celebrate Earth Day with Green Khutbah Campaign

Muslims across the world will commemorate Earth Day on Friday, April 19, 2019 with the Green Khutbah Campaign as religious leaders deliver a sermon to raise awareness on the environmental challenges facing humanity. “We are encouraging mosques, schools, universities and Islamic Institutions to devote their Friday Khutbah to celebrate the

Celebrating volunteerism in the Muslim community

Celebrating volunteerism in the Muslim community

CivicMuslims [http://www.civicmuslims.ca/] celebrated their 5th anniversary at a luncheon in Toronto on Sunday, December 3 with a major announcement about the future of the non-profit organization. “Today, we are announcing that CivicMuslims will become Canada’s first Muslim Volunteer Centre,” Mohamed Awad, founder of CivicMuslims [https://twitter.

Multi-faith event raises awareness on climate change

Multi-faith event raises awareness on climate change

“No one can do everything, but everyone can do something.; it’s not too late,” was the message of Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner Dr. Dianne Saxe to a multi-faith gathering on climate action held on Monday evening at Jaffari Community Centre in Thornhill. The event titled, ‘Supporting Multi-Faith Climate Action’

All My Relations: Uniting Muslim and Indigenous Voices

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All My Relations: Uniting Muslim and Indigenous Voices

By Muaz Nasir Faith leaders and community activists gathered in Toronto yesterday evening for a discussion on strengthening the bond between the Muslim and Indigenous communities. United Muslim and Indigenous Voices [https://www.facebook.com/events/258259284619867/]is the first of a series of events focusing on solidarity and reconciliation

Muslims to celebrate Earth Day with Green Khutbah Campaign

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Muslims to celebrate Earth Day with Green Khutbah Campaign

Muslims will commemorate Earth Day on Friday, April 22nd, 2016 with the Green Khutbah Campaign as religious leaders deliver a sermon to raise awareness on the environmental challenges facing humanity. “We are encouraging mosques, schools, universities and Islamic Institutions to devote their Friday Khutbah to celebrate the blessings, graces and

Stewards of the Earth: Fulfilling Our Environmental Trust

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Stewards of the Earth: Fulfilling Our Environmental Trust

The Muslim Chaplaincy at the University of Toronto [https://www.facebook.com/mcuoft/] in collaboration withkhaleafa.com – A Sacred Trust [https://www.facebook.com/khaleafacom-A-Sacred-Trust-254338534578391/] and BlossomPure Organic [https://www.facebook.com/BlossomPureOrganic/] brings you this Winter 2016 Symposium, titled “Stewards of the Earth: Fulfilling Our Environmental Trust.” We’re

Muslim initiatives in support of climate justice

Muslim initiatives in support of climate justice

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/muslim-initiatives-in-support-of-climate-justice/climate-ifatr1/] Muaz Nasir, Publisher of Khaleafa.com and a founder of the Green Khutbah Campaign[An extraordinary Iftar gathering sponsored by Faith & the Common Good [http://greeningsacredspaces.net/], a national interfaith network, and Noor Cultural Centre [http://www.noorculturalcentre.ca/] and supported

Five Ways to Green your Ramadan

Five Ways to Green your Ramadan

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2012/five-ways-to-green-your-ramadan-2/greeningramadan-2/] By Muaz Nasir Ramadan presents the perfect opportunity to recharge our spiritual batteries for the year. It is a time to seek forgiveness for our misgivings and to reflect upon the signs of creation from Allah, which includes those present around

CivicMuslims join Earth Day tree planting at Rattray Marsh

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CivicMuslims join Earth Day tree planting at Rattray Marsh

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/civicmuslims-join-earth-day-tree-planting-at-rattray-marsh/civicmuslims5/] (May 3, 2015) – CivicMuslims [http://www.civicmuslims.ca/] volunteers took part in a community tree planting on April 25th at Rattray Marsh in Mississauga to mark Earth Day’s 45th anniversary. “The invasive emerald ash borer beetle is killing Rattray Marsh’

Muslims to Mark Earth Day with Green Khutbah

Muslims to Mark Earth Day with Green Khutbah

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2015/muslims-to-mark-earth-day-with-green-khutbah/greenkhutbah/] (April 14, 2015) – Marking the 45th anniversary of Earth Day (April 22), Muslims world-wide plan to mark the annual event by participating in the Green Khutbah Campaign on Friday, April 24, 2015, with religious leaders delivering sermons to raise awareness on

Growing interest in environment among Canadian Muslims

Growing interest in environment among Canadian Muslims

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/growing-interest-in-environment-among-canadian-muslims/iit-hike-1/] (October 29, 2014) – Canadian Muslims are eager to reconnect with nature and learn more about environmental issues, according to environmentalist, Muaz Nasir [http://www.greenprophet.com/2012/10/muaz-nasir-interview/]. “There is a real desire within the Muslim community, especially among the

Interfaith hike held in Toronto

Interfaith hike held in Toronto

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/interfaith-hike-held-in-toronto/hike1/] (August 18, 2014) – An interfaith stewardship activity that delved into the spiritual perspective on environmental and ecological stewardship took place on Sunday, August 17 at Taylor Creek Park in Toronto. The guided hike was organized by Greening Sacred Spaces [http://www.

Green Leaders: Fizza Mir

Green Leaders: Fizza Mir

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/green-leaders-fizza-mir/fizzamir/] By Muaz Nasir Green Leaders is new online series by Khaleafa.com [http://khaleafa.com/], profiling Muslims who are involved in the environmental movement. The goal is to highlight the achievements of those within our community and provide role models for

Green Leaders: Siraj Berhan

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Green Leaders: Siraj Berhan

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/green-leaders-siraj-berhan/gso-crew-2014mar23-1/] By Muaz Nasir Green Leaders is new online series by Khaleafa.com [http://khaleafa.com/], profiling Muslims who are involved in the environmental movement. The goal is to highlight the achievements of those within our community and provide role models for

Muslims to celebrate Earth Day with Green Khutbah Campaign

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Muslims to celebrate Earth Day with Green Khutbah Campaign

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/muslims-to-celebrate-earth-day-with-green-khutbah-campaign/greenpollutedfinal31-816x450/] (March 24, 2014) – Muslims across the world will commemorate Earth Day on Friday, April 18th, 2014,with the ‘Green Khutbah Campaign’ as religious leaders deliver a sermon to raise awareness on the environmental challenges facing humanity. “We are encouraging mosques, schools,

Islamic Gardens in the UK

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Islamic Gardens in the UK

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/islamic-gardens-in-the-uk/islamic-gardens/] By Muaz Nasir (January 20, 2014) – Are there community gardens operated by your local mosque? Is there such a thing as an Islamic or Quranic garden? What are the Islamic principles regarding gardening and agriculture in general? These questions and more

Sacred Science and the Environmental Crisis

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Sacred Science and the Environmental Crisis

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2014/sacred-science-and-the-environmental-crisis/dr-seyyed-hossein-nasr-2/] By Muaz Nasir (January 4, 2014) – Last weekend marked the 12th annual Reviving the Islamic Spirit [http://www.revivingtheislamicspirit.com/] Conference in Toronto, Canada. The conference brings together academics and scholars from across the world and engages participants in lectures ranging

Green Ramadan Switch

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Green Ramadan Switch

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/green-ramadan-switch/zerotrashiftarkit/] Recently Khaleafa.com [http://Khaleafa.com] had the opportunity to the interview Kori Majeed, the founder of the Green Ramadan Switch [http://greenramadan.com/], an innovative initiative aimed at increasing awareness about waste during the month of Ramadan. She shares with

Interfaith Gardening Initiative Empowers Youth

Interfaith Gardening Initiative Empowers Youth

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/interfaith-gardening-initiative-empowers-youth/poster/] By Muaz Nasir (April 21, 2013) – Although it may not feel like we are entering the final stretch of April, Spring is definitely in the air and gardeners across the country are eager to get the planting season underway. Faith communities

Muslims across the world to celebrate Earth Day by ‘Greening their Deen’

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Muslims across the world to celebrate Earth Day by ‘Greening their Deen’

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/muslims-across-the-world-to-celebrate-earth-day-by-greening-their-deen/go-green-gk-white/] (April 14, 2013) – Muslims across the world will be encouraged to ‘Green their Deen’ on Friday, April 19th, 2013, as religious leaders will deliver a sermon as part of the Annual Green Khutbah Campaign to raise awareness on the environmental challenges

Canadian Muslims join millions worldwide for Earth Hour

Canadian Muslims join millions worldwide for Earth Hour

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/canadian-muslims-join-millions-worldwide-for-earth-hour/img_1590/] Canadian Muslims marked Earth Hour on Saturday evening in Toronto with a candlelit dinner and conversation about climate change and the current state of the environment. “Earth Hour is a global movement that unites individuals in protecting the environment,” Muaz

CivicMuslims join Habitat Team Build Day

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CivicMuslims join Habitat Team Build Day

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/?attachment_id=8546] A recent collaboration with Habitat for Humanity Toronto by the CivicMuslims [http://www.civicmuslims.ca/]organization helped their volunteers appreciate the importance of safe and accessible housing. “We hope that volunteers take home the importance of advocating for accessible housing and

National Preach-In on Global Warming

National Preach-In on Global Warming

[http://127.0.0.1/wp/2013/national-preach-in-on-global-warming/preach_in_giant_banner/] By Muaz Nasir The issue of climate change has become more prominent in recent years. Large storms have wreaked havoc across many urban centres this past summer and a series of droughts throughout the prairies have resulted in