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Senator Richard Blumenthal and Senator Chris Murphy attend our 8th Annual Leadership Banquet

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The Muslim Coalition of Connecticut had a congregational prayer service Friday afternoon at the Islamic Association of Greater Hartford mosque in Berlin to pray for those slain in North Carolina this week. Holding a photoof those slain is Ghoufran Allababidi, left, of Berlin. At center is Mohammad Barakat, Imam of the New Britain Alsahaba Mosque, and at the right is Dr. Reza Mansoor, President of the Berlin Mosque.
Link to article in the Hartford 
Press Release and prayer service for the victims of the Chapel Hill murders
(Newington, CT, 2/12/15) The Muslim Coalition of Connecticut together with the Islamic centers in the Greater Hartford area wish to express our profound sadness and deepest condolences to the families of Deah Barakat, age 23, his wife of one month Yusor Abu-Salha, age 21, and her sister Razan Abu Salha, age 19.
 
From their activism and community service, it is clear that the Muslim community in North America has lost three bright stars. Deah Barakat, a dental student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, raised funds for helping Syrian refugees. His wife Yusor and her sister Razan were also university students at the University of North Carolina and North Carolina State University, respectively. When students are killed in a horrific manner like this, the whole nation mourns the loss of innocence and should ponder the reason for these deaths. Within a few moments the dreams, lives, and aspirations of these fine youth were shattered by a man whose rage and hate overcame him. Blinded to the preciousness of human life, he killed not only three innocent human beings but has also shaken the spiritual lives of their friends, parents, and community. Addressing the cause of this hate is vital for a nation that values life.
 
Their vicious “execution style” murder by an anti-religious extremist highlights the need to educate the public on extremism in all communities. The truth is that hate, terror, and murder have no religion.
 
As the White House hosts a summit on violent extremism we ask that the White House address the alarming rise of Islamophobia in our country. If we do not take a stand against the perpetuation of hateful speech we will all lose out. We appeal to all faith leaders to lead the way in combating the fear, mistrust and hate and be a part of the healing that all our faiths call us to. We encourage our elected leaders to stand against hate and racism in all its forms.
 
As a nation that values mutual respect and diversity, we pray to Almighty God that through this tragedy we are brought closer together.
 
Contact – Reza Mansoor, MD – Board member Muslim Coalition of Connecticut and President Islamic Association of Greater Hartford – 860-794-4011

Date - Friday, February 13th 2015
 
Venue – Islamic Association of Greater Hartford – 1781 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, CT 06037.
 
Time – Congregational service – 1:00pm
        Congregational prayer time – 1:40pm
        Congregation prayer for the deceased in absentia – 1:50pm
        Reading of Press Statement – 2:00pm
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Dalia Mogahed autographs her book for an attendee at our Leadership Banquet November 16, 2014
Leadership Banquet                           November 16, 2014
This year the theme was "Beauty in Diversity - Fostering Understanding." Thanks to all who joined us for a lovely evening with a spectacular keynote delivered by Dalia Mogahed. Poster and info link.

PictureVolunteers serving at Mercy Shelter September 6, 2014
Shelter Serve                                          September 6, 2014
Thank you to all our incredible volunteers! Everyone did an awesome job!  Please check this link for photos etc.

Habitat Build                                           September 6, 2014
Thank you to those who came to build with us! We all have an incredible time!!  Link
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Habitat Build with MCCT August 9, 2014


Concern for the Environment                       September 2, 2014


Eid Carnival 2014                                               August 3, 2014
More than 1,000 Muslims attended the Eid Carnival this year! It was wonderful to be able to enjoy the festival together - thank you for supporting this event with your presence!
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Eid Carnival at Lake Compounce 2014
Taste of Ramadan                                                 July 13, 2014
Thank you to all who participated in the Taste of Ramadan in West Hartford town hall this year. For photos of the event and other info: Link
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Taste of Ramadan 2014
Letter about Eid ul Fitr
For those who require a letter concerning Eid ul Fitr to provide to schools and colleges please see link.
RAMADAN MUBARAK TO EVERYONE! 
Have a blessed month!
Please check out our Ramadan Guide

Upcoming Events

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Call for Photographs                      Now til March 1, 2015
"Beyond the Veil" - You may submit your photographs til March 1st 2015 Link








Wesleyan Student Project                Now til April, 2015
The Muslim Coalition of Connecticut is looking to connect Wesleyan students and Muslim Women as part of their Muslim Women's Voices project check link for further details.

Habitat Build date                               February 28th 2015
Please contact us if you would like to build on this date Link

Shelter Serve                                            March 7, 2015
We will be serving lunch at Mercy Shelter. If you would like to serve, cook or both please contact us. Please check this link for further details. If you would like to participate please contact: rebeccaminor@mcct.us. Hours serving at the shelter can be used towards community service hours (high school students) so please bring your forms in for confirmation signatures. As the weather gets colder we will be distributing socks to the homeless.

Habitat Build date                                  March 28th 2015
Please contact us if you would like to build on this date Link

MCCT ANNUAL FUNDRAISER                     April 18, 2015
SAVE THE DATE!


Habitat Build date                                   April 25th 2015
Please contact us if you would like to build on this date Link


Muslim Coalition of CT featured in US Department of State Video:
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Events Calendar
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President's Corner
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CT Islamic Events
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Prayer Time

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR VOLUNTEERS

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MCCT Shelter leaders:Rebecca Minor and Mukhtar Suleiman serve at shelter July 6, 2013
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Summer Intern Ahmad Hassan volunteers at Mercy shelter July 6, 2013

MCCT - Monthly Shelter Serve                                                                                                          

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On behalf of the Muslim Coalition of Connecticut I would like to thank every individual who served at the shelter. We served 160 men, women and children and all were so grateful for the good quality food we served. Many asked when we were returning! Thank you so much for your continued support in this venture.
Also thank you to all who donated soap which is an item in great demand at the  shelter.
Please let us know if you would like to serve or cook for the next shelter serve which will be on March 7, 2015.