Shelter serve - September 5, 2015 at Mercy shelter - thank you to all our volunteers!
Welcome to Muslim Coalition of Connecticut
Building Bridges in Community
Latest AnnouncementPRESS RELEASE September 2, 2016
This September, Muslims across the world will observe Eid-ul-Adha, or the “Festival of Sacrifice.” Muslims follow the lunar calendar and the first day of Eid may fall on either September 11 or September 12 depending on the sighting of the moon. This sacred holiday follows the annual pilgrimage to the Islamic holy city of Mecca, and commemorates the Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son, as an act of submission to God's Decree, before God intervened, demonstrating that it is a sin to take human life, especially in His name.
We reflect upon this message in light of the 15th year anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Centers and all of the human tragedy that followed, both at home and abroad. We at the Muslim Coalition of Connecticut strongly reaffirm our commitment to building bridges in our statewide community. Through peaceful dialogue and mutual cooperation, we continue to value and respect each other as members belonging to the same great diverse nation that's rich in race, culture, and religious practice. We stand united with our interfaith community in support of the fight against religious extremism, discrimination, and the spread of fear through hatred, in all of its manifestations. ##### Muslim Coalition of Connecticut is a non-profit organization based in Bloomfield, Connecticut. Its mission is to promote a peaceful understanding of Islam and to encourage dialogue between Muslims and people of all faiths and backgrounds. 
Taste of Ramadan June 19, 2016
Thanks to all who attended the Taste of Ramadan which was held at Avon Senior Center on June 19th 2016. It was a wonderful evening with great company, food and discussion!
Statement on the Shootings in Florida June 12, 2016The Muslim Coalition of Connecticut would like to convey our deepest sympathies to those who have lost loved ones in this brutal attack in Orlando, Florida. We add our voices to those Muslim organizations who have taken a stand against this horrific mass shooting/act of terror by a deeply troubled individual. Our prayers are for victims and their families. We mourn the loss of innocent lives. Islam does not allow the killing of innocent civilians. We would like to express our sorrow and solidarity with all Americans in mourning this tragic loss of life.
Statement from Islamic Networks Group, ING
"As we learn of the horrific attack in Orlando this morning we express our deep shock and sorrow, mourn the loss of innocent lives, and extend our deep condolences to families and friends who have lost their loved ones. Our prayers and thoughts go out to all those impacted by this brutal attack." Statement from Council for American Islamic Relation CAIR-FL
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Upcoming Events
Shelter Serve October 1, 2016
MCCT Volunteers serving at Mercy Shelter
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: elvira@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.
LEADERSHIP BANQUET October 22, 2016
Title : Journey to a New Life - the Refugee Experience
Date: October 22, 2016
Time: 5:00pm-9:00pm
Place: Farmington Marriott, 15 Farm Springs Rd, Farmington, Connecticut 06032
Past events:
Taste of Ramadan event - June 28, 2015 - Where we heard about fasting from the Christian, Jewish and Muslim Perspectives! Great discussion!
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Senator Richard Blumenthal and Senator Chris Murphy attend our 8th Annual Leadership Banquet
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