As we approach the end to Ramadan this week, learn more about Eid al-Fitr!
Finding Community during Ramadan
One of the most important parts of Ramadan is its spirit of community and togetherness. Read this piece about how Muslims in NewJ ersey come together during this time.
Muslims Organize Food Packages to Help Families in Need During Ramadan
Ramadan is a time of charity and spiritual growth, and food delivery initiatives for those in need is an excellent way to show love and caring during this sacred time. At Cordoba House, we salute members of the American Muslim community who work to make their communities better, stronger, and more compassionate. These are expressions of both Islamic values and American values.
Muslim Moms make Moon-Shaped Ramadan Trees… and They’re a Hit!
A group of Muslim moms in Dearborn, Michigan have hit on a novel idea: moon-shaped trees for Ramadan. The decorative trees are meant to help children—and adults alike—get into a festive mood during Ramadan. And, the trees are selling quickly, with orders coming in from across the country!
Imam Feisal on Interfaith Panel Following “Flight of the Ibis”
Imam Feisal participated via video response in a panel discussion April 29 following a special one-night-only performance of Flight of the Ibis in the Theatre of The Riverside Church. Imam Feisal was joined by Foreign Service Officer and former Director of Religion and Global Affairs at the U.S. State Department, Rachel Leslie; Minister of Justice and Advocacy at The Riverside Church Reverend Bertram Johnson; Associate Rabbi, Congregation Rodeph Sholom, Benjamin Spratt; and playwright Alan Roland. The panel was moderated by Professor Katherine Pratt Ewing who is Director of the Institute for Religion, Culture, and Public Life, Columbia University. With original music by Yo Yo Ma’s Silk Road Ensemble member Kinan Azmeh and direction from Beth Greenberg (formerly with NYC Opera), the lead cast member was The Metropolitan Opera star Lauren Flanigan.