Islam's Green

Shahada

by Fatima Barkatulla

www.muslimmotherhood.blogspot.com

Brother ARG I have to tell you about this because I've learnt many da'wah points of wisdom from you and other Du'at:

The message of the Prophet reaches another heart:

Ma sha Allah a few weeks ago in Birmingham I had the opportunity by the grace of Allah to take a sister's Shahadah. It was the first time somebody repeated the Shahadah after me and so I found it very moving as I had been making du'a that Allah would give me that chance. It went something like this (I've called her 'D'):

D had been told that she could attend the tarbiyah programme to get to know more about Muslims, so she was sitting in the tarbiyah programme hall and had been observing us teaching salaah, wudhu and recitation of Suratul Fatiha with Tajweed. Then after my talk I was walking past her when it looked like she wanted to say something. So I went over to her and asked her if all was OK.
"How are you finding it?"
"Good...yeah....er...I just wanted to ask you what a person has to do to become a Muslim."
"Oh." I said, "you think you might like to?"
"Well, I don't really know how to do anything and I don't know if I could do it all..."
"Well you know, it takes time and slowly slowly you learn more everyday and do more. You can't be expected to do everything all at once or know everything all at once. Look at us....even we are still learning." I said. She nodded. "So look, do you believe that there is only One God and He alone deserves to be worshipped?"
"Yeah" she said...she had been reading and learning and she was definitely sure about that one.
"OK, and do you know about the Prophet Muhammad?"
"Well, I've read about him"
"OK, so are you convinced that he was a Prophet of God. The last messenger?
"Yes."
"You accept that?" I was getting excited by now!
"Yes."
"Then you are already a Muslim. You just need to declare it so that you acknowledge it to God and to us Muslims. That's the Shahadah, you're testifying that there is nothing worthy of worship except Allah, the One and Only God and that Muhammad is the messenger of God." She nodded sweetly. "So, D, are you ready? You don't have to do it on the microphone or anything."
A pause.
"The most important thing now is to declare what you believe. So that you'll be counted as a Believer. Because we don't know what could happen to any one of us when we walk out of this place tonight. May Allah protect us but we don't know when death will come."
She looked down, nodding and then raised her head and said "Yeah. I'm ready."
Then I sat down next to her. Some sisters had figured out something big was going on and had begun to congregate around us. Some sat next to her.
"Could you explain what I have to say first."
"Yeah. You say Ash hadu Allaa ilaaha illallah. Wa Ash hadu anna muhammadan rasoolullah. Which means, I bear witness or I testify that there is nothing worthy of worship except Allah. And I bear witness that Muhammad is the messenger of Allah. OK?" She nodded. "What was your religion before this?" I asked.
"Nothing" she said. I'd asked her, to make sure that if she had been a Christian, that she definitely believed that Jesus was a Prophet and not the son of God. Sometimes Christians find that concept hard to let go of, but in her case it wasn't an issue.
"OK so repeat after me. We'll say it in Arabic and then in English."
Then she repeated the Shahadah after me in Arabic. In the middle of it I couldn't stop the tears flowing and had to stop for a moment to gather myself. I found it so moving at that moment to feel that the message of the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam) had indeed reached so far, over the world and that we, in the middle of Rum (Rome as the Arab's called Europe at that time) were sitting here taking a persons declaration of faith in the message that that kind shepherd, the orphan who became the leader and liberator of Arabia had come with (sallallahu 'alaihi wa sallam) How truly momentous each and every Shahadah is. It reminds me of the Prophet Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam at his farewell pilgrimage when he was so careful to ask the people gathered at Arafah "Have I conveyed the message?" And they replied in unison "Yes!" And he said to Allah "Oh Allah bear witness!"

And in this Hadeeth: One day when the Prophet returned from a journey and went to Fatima’s house, Fatima welcomed him and kissed his face, his mouth and his eyes and wept. “Why do you cry?” the Prophet asked. “I see you, O Rasul Allah,” she said, “Your colour is pale and sallow and your clothes have become worn and shabby.” “O Fatima,” the Prophet replied tenderly, “don’t cry for Allah has sent your father with a mission which He would cause to affect every house on the face of the earth whether it be in towns, villages or tents (in the desert) bringing either glory or humiliation until this mission is fulfilled just as night (inevitably) comes.”

How I wished I could tell the Prophet how far his message had come! "Yes! Oh Prophet of Allah...you indeed conveyed the message! The whole world testifies!"

Then she completed repeating the Shahadah after me in Arabic and then in English. By now a large crowd of sisters had gathered around us. All silently observing this miracle. The miracle of Hidaayah or guidance. How Allah turns a person towards Him and guides them and makes them into our Sisters and Brothers in Islam. The sisters embraced her and called out Takbeers. One sister who had embraced Islam just a few months earlier said to her "You've made the right decision sister. You won't regret it!"
I encouraged the sisters not to allow this to be the end of their love and enthusiasm for this sister. That is was our responsibility to open up our homes, to really make this sister a member of our families.

Some responsible sisters took on the role of being mentor to her and exchanged email addresses and phone numbers. We emphasised Salah to her (even just doing the actions and reciting some basic things like Subhan Allah, Alhamdulillah and Allahu Akbar during salah until she learns it properly and keeping away from Major sins....insha Allah over time, by keeping to Salah she will become stronger and do more and more.

I felt like it was the best day of my life so far and when I got home I did Sajdah of Thanks to Allah.

IPO event

I won't be making this a habit, but since I've known Omar Tate for years and the IPO is one organization that is doing some really valuable base level Dawa work I'm bigging up their event on Sunday 7th October.
If your wondering where are the posters, there aren't any, since the're using more ecologically friendly alternatives like mass email and this blog! Well, that's the excuse!

 

"Compassion fatigue" another email for  another charity fundraiser-, yep you know the drill,delete it along with the emails for viagra and the 'cant lose' shares  in northern rock (now renamed northern pebble).

      

Please brothers and sisters make an exception with  this one.
Bab es salaam is a Muslim orphanage that opened in 1985  and it currently looks after 27 boys and 9 girls-39 kids whose lives we can change forever (inshaAllah).This the first fundraiser for this orphanage in the UK.

   

The ipo street dawah table project (registered charity no 1080965)  is the uk's only street based dawah project running since 1993. Over 5500 people have embraced Islam through this project Alhamdulillah.

                     

Please come to our fund raising event  on the 7th of October 2007 which will consist of a clothes sale priced at between 50p and £5 per garment- all clothes are brand new and have been donated by 'street talk'- Redhills premier fashion shop. Entertainment will be provided by rapper and poet Sarok, human beatbox champion, Beat Soulja plus up and coming nasheed artists the Brotherz.
The iftar menu is:subukia soup, Lamb stuffed with mince and rice,homus, plus Lebanese pastries and other cakes. The food is being prepared by Londons foremost Lebanese Chef and Cafe Parisianne specialists in French and north african cuisine(Gordon Ramsey eat your heart out! lol).
We intend this to be a short and sweet event InshaAllah ta Allah 5pm start 7-45 finish. Both charities are zakat applicable- please please please attend and  pass this email on.
Make dua that the effort is a success (it may be your dua that makes all the difference) JazakuAllah khair.
Bab es Salaam and IPO fundraiser 7th October 2007 5pm to 7-45 free entry (we request that you contribute towards the iftar.)
Address: Age concern /freindship club, Oxford road north ,Chiswick London w4 4dn for more info call 07838379505.

 

 

 

wa sallam,

 

 

 

Brother Umar (IPO)

NearFM

Here's the podcast of a show I did for NearFM presented and hosted by Abdul Haseeb in Ireland for his
'Islam in Focus' talk show which goes out every Sunday evening. You can catch it live by logging onto  www.nearfm.ie
The podcast of my interview is at:
http://www.nearfm.ie/podcast/

Advice for "I wanna be a diaee"

A bro sent me an email telling me about how he was all messed up with jahil ways and came back to deen and now wants to be a diaee. He asked for some advice, and below is what I wrote (plus one or two edits.) He said it was more precious than gold, so I thought if he thought that then some of you might think that too....if you get my drift.

Ok some advice:
This may be obvious, but sincerity is tops. Its no good if its not for Allah alone! Don't look for fame or respect or any of that, 'cause you have to learn not to care to much about people. That doesn't mean like some diaee's think that you have to say everything, there's a time and place.
Next is to read the Quran ALOT. I mean you need to KNOW it, know what it's saying, and think hard. For a while I used to read the whole Quran nearly every week. All the answers are there if you look hard enough and think.
Then you need to read the authentic hadith, Bukhari, Muslim. Riyahus Saliheen should be a companion.
Know the correct aqida, which is the aqida of the Salaf. I recommend Yasir Qadi's books as a good start.
Next know the Seerah, know it so you can sit and tell it from memory, and the stories of the Prophets. Learn to tell them. Sit with your young cousins, nieces and nephews and tell them stories so that they are sitting on the edge of their seats. If you can hold their attention its a good start.
If you want to learn to think on your feet go down to Speakers Corner regularly and speak there. If you can speak there you can speak anywhere!
Then read, read, read....philosophy, history, psychology, science, politics, the classics. Watch good documentaries and through all of this TAKE NOTES and analyze. Write your ideas down, for yourself.
One of the most useful tools I use to prepare my lectures is mind mapping. Tony Bezan is the man, check out his books on the subject.
Then listen to the great diaees and use their ideas and make them your own. Alot of my stuff is borrowed and then made to fit my style.  Bilal Phillips, Yusuph Estes, Khalid Yaseen, Dr  Zakir Naik and Ahmed Deedat, Yasir Qadi, Abdullah Hakeem Quick are some of the greats and of course there are others. Hey you can even benefit from old Tony Blair, whatever I think of him he was a great orator!
And then did I mention READ! Then read some more.
You'll need to know the great scholars of our times and access their fataws. There's plenty in English, alhamdulillah, and if you don't know ask! If you have any question first research it yourself and try hard to think what the answer might be and then ask the people of knowledge and  see if you can know what arguments they use and the evidence they bring. When people ask questions don't give your opinions since in fact your not entitled to one, just to state which scholars position you think is correct.
Always be humble in such matters, and although you may be sure you know the answer there could always be something you or someone missed.
Learn and cultivate good manners and a friendly attitude.
Also don't over do it. Gently, moderately, or else you'll be burnt out!
yours in Islam
ARG

Radio phone in Dawa Hints

Guidelines for

 

Radio Phone-in Da’wah

 

 

 

By Fatima Barkatulla (www.muslimmotherhood.blogspot.com)

 

 

 

Radio phone-ins if utilised correctly are an excellent tool for conveying the beauty of Islam and for dispelling fears and misconceptions that many non-Muslims have about Islam and Muslims. One can reach millions of people through radio phone-ins and can tell them something that could stay with them forever.

 

 

 

Phone-ins are particularly good for Muslim women as they allow you to phone in from wherever you are, you could be a busy mum or driving your car somewhere but you can always stop off for a short bit of da’wah and literally reach millions. Often topics arise that are about Muslim women specifically (like the niqab, or jilbab) and many people speak for us and about us and many misrepresent us. So it is imperative that we enter the discussion and inform people about our position. Most presenters really appreciate Muslim women calling up, as it is a voice they don’t often get to hear.

 

 

Radio show audiences reach in the millions because phone-in shows that cover the hot topics of the day are often at peak times like during rush hour in the morning and on the drive home from work in the afternoon. If you phone a national radio station the audience is larger still.

 

 

 

Your potential audience

 

Your potential audience are:

 

· Parents on the school run

 

· People driving to work

 

· Taxi drivers, truck drivers, couriers (all sorts of people who drive for a living).

 

· People who are at home, like mothers, housewives, the elderly, people who work from home.

 

· Many people download radio shows onto their MP3 players and listen to the show later while on the train or elsewhere.

 

· People listening around the world through the internet. (Expatriates for example.)

 

 

 

What happens when you phone in?

 

 

 

When you phone in to a show, the producer or researcher for the show will pick up the phone and ask you what your name is and where you are calling from. You can always use an anonymous name or a middle name that you are not known to many people by, like: Umm X, If you feel more comfortable doing that.

 

 

 

Then they will ask you what you want to talk about and you have to briefly tell them what you will say.

 

 

 

They may take down your phone number and say that they will call you back.

 

When they call you back, they will put you on hold and you will be able to hear the radio from your phone receiver. Turn your radio down or off so that the presenter has no problem hearing you and to prevent feedback.

 

 

 

When it is your turn to speak, the presenter will simply say your name and say ‘hello’ to you and you’ll be heard by everyone listening. They will probably allow you a few minutes unless they really want to continue talking to you, so you have to get to the point. The presenter will know roughly what you are going to talk about because it will be up on their screen in front of them. They will expect you to talk about the subject you said you will talk about.

 

 

 

Sometimes if your point is not very relevant or if they are tight for time, they may not call you back, so try to be as relevant as possible and also try to phone in at least before the last half hour of the show.

 

 

 

If you tell the presenter that you are a first time caller, they are usually more patient with you.

 

 

 

General tips for Radio phone-ins:

 

 

 

· Don’t phone-in to vent your anger about what has been said. Only phone in when you feel you will be calm and measured in your tone. Presenters do not appreciate people raising their voices too much and ranting or insulting people. You will very soon be cut off if you do that. Let people hear your calm and intelligent side. People will see you as a representative of Islam. That doesn’t mean you cannot be passionate about a topic, it just means you have to have good manners.

 

 

 

· Be clear in your own mind what you want to convey and stick to the most important message or you could get sidetracked and then they might cut you off before you get to your main point.

 

 

 

· Jot down some of the main points you want to make and stick to them. Try not to get too distracted by comments that are made by listeners while you are on hold.

 

 

 

· Start off in a positive manner, say something good about the show and mention the presenters name when you speak to them as it has been observed that when a person hears their own name, they relax more and are more attentive.

 

 

 

· Be conversational, not preachy. Speak to the presenter as an individual and be as amicable as you can.

 

 

 

· Acknowledge mistakes that Muslims make and show people that Muslims don’t always do what Islam tells them to.

 

 

 

· Break the argument down and make sure everyone can follow your train of thought.

 

 

 

· Analyse what the issue is and address it step by step.

 

 

 

· You may not be able to cover everything you want to but at least make one good contribution. In sha Allah someone else will build on your contribution.

 

 

 

· If you can phone in regularly, people will get to know you and so be consistent in your good character and points. Don’t just phone in when Islam or Muslims are mentioned. Phone in to talk about any issue you can, because after all, Islam has the solutions to all problems. After becoming a regular caller you don’t even have to mention Islam because people will remember you as the Muslim anyway. It will also make people appreciate that Muslims can contribute to many areas of life.

 

 

 

· Listen to presenters a few times before you phone in, to see what kind of views they have and how they deal with different people. Some can be quite aggressive and anti-religion (like Nick Ferrari, James O’Brien & James Whale). Some can be easier to talk to (like the BBC presenters: Vanessa Feltz, Jumoke Fashola, Eddie Nestor & Kath Milandri)

 

 

 

· Listen to other callers who call in & make a point well. Learn from them & from other people in Da’wah.

 

 

 

· Sometimes you have to accept that you may not be the best person to talk about a particular issue. Perhaps you could call someone you know would be able to contribute and ask them to do so.

 

 

 

· Some popular stations you could call (see websites for latest schedule):

 

BBC Radio London 94.9fm (http://www.bbc.co.uk/london/tv_and_radio/radio/): Morning phone-in with Vanessa Feltz, Drive-time in the afternoons with Eddie Nestor & Kath Melandri, Jumoke Fashola’s show after 10pm (please check websites because schedules and presenters do change)

 

 

 

Talksport 1089am (http://www.talksport.net/): If you don’t ask them to call you back, they usually put you on hold when you phone them, so you have to foot the bill. But if you tell them quickly when you initially phone in, they will call you back. Good shows to phone in to are the morning phone-in with Jon Gaunt, George Galloway’s show on the weekends, James Whale’s show late at night etc.

 

 

 

LBC 97.3fm (http://www.lbc.co.uk/): Presenters are more sensationalist (like when Nick Ferrari asked me if I cover myself because I think all men are lusting after me), so have your answers prepared. They often don’t give you very long to make your point. Nick Ferrari’s show is in the morning, and there are other shows one could contribute to at any time in the day, depending on the topic of discussion. ◊

ARGcomment:
Just to add one point: Be prepered for the unexpected. Once when I rang in they introduced someone else, another caller, into the converstation who was not very well informed abut his opinions on Islam. Keep your cool!

How I can make my family more open minded to Islam?

 

I received this question the other day and I thought the answer might be of benefit.

I am recent convert to Islam and I'm writing you today
to ask you advice on how I can make my family more open minded to Islam
and see it for what it is and not what they see in the media.
They barely talk to me anymore and now a days even my mom throws
negative remarks my way
It pains me so much that they don't see Islam’s message and beauty.
Well the approach I have taken with them is showing that Islam’s  main
fate is to believe that there is only one god and no other above it and
so many other analogies that if I explain them I will never end this
email.

Well that's all for me today I hope that you can provide your great
knowledge on this one
From a sister that seeks help
Thank you,

 

As salam alaikum,

All Praise is due to Allah, who has guided you to this noble and blessed religion of Islam.
May His peace and blessing be upon the final messenger Mohammed, his family and followers. Ameem.

First you should take heart from the fact that such trials and test have been faced by the Prophets and Messengers also. Look at the story of Prophet Ibrahim that is so much in our hearts and minds over these days of Hajj. When he tried to teach his father about the truth of Allah's oneness, his father threatened him with death if he did not stop. Also the Prophet Mohammed's own uncles and tribe rejected him. In fact one of his strongest enemies was Abu Lahab, who was a relative.
So this type of difficulty is to be expected, and inshallah (God willing) you could take this a sign that you are on the straight path.

There are a few things I recommend to new Muslims concerning their families.

The first is to take it easy. When you first become Muslim it is natural to feel full of enthusiasm and to feel that you want everyone to experience the wonderful feelings and knowledge that you are having right now. However, for others this only translates in their minds into a type of fanaticism. One thing that cannot be avoided is that fact that the truth of Islam is always going to be difficult for many people to accept simply because it contradicts much of what they have based their lives on.

Perhaps you should just get on with being a Muslim, and wait until they ask you questions. Act like being a Muslim is the most natural thing in the world (which in fact it is). Of course when they ask questions you can't be accused of shoving Islam down their throat.

When you do get to talk to them, don't make it too long, and make sure you talk about the most important issues, like the Oneness of Allah, and truth of the Quran and Prophethood of Mohammad.
Secondly, try to show Islam through your example, especially kind treatment of parents and good manners.

Thirdly, leave books and videos and DVDs lying around so that can read/watch . Choose subjects that you know they will be curious about.

Fourthly, refuse to compromise on essential matters that Allah has forbidden us from, like worshipping others than Allah, and participating in that, or drinking, serving, carrying etc…alcohol, or not wearing hijab when you need to. People generally do not admire or respect weakness. People will respect you in the end for standing up for what you believe, even if it is hard in the beginning.

Remember that Allah has more right to be feared, and all is in His hands, and life is a test to see how we will behave.

Having said that you should not compromise, you should not also be too strict in front of your family on matters that are not so important. For example you might like to eat with your fingers as the Prophet did, but if your parents expect you to eat with a knife and fork you should do that, because it is not forbidden to do that. These are just some examples.

Finally remember that Shaitaan is doing his best to cause hatred and enmity between us and to take us away from Allah's straight path. So take refuge with Allah, and always ask Him for help in every situation. Indeed He is the best protector and the best helper.

yours in Islam
Abdurraheem Green

Gift of Dawa

We should always be looking for new and innovative ways of giving Dawa.
We certainly generated a few ideas in this section already. See 101 ways to give dawa.
Well I just heard of two excellent ideas in Croydon Mosque this evening.
First was a collection they had made for the Mayday hospital's children section. This has to rank high amoungst great dawa ideas, contributing to the community in a manner that benefits the whole community.
The other idea really impressed me. They were asking for a collection so the could give a gift box on Eid to each of the neighbors around the mosque by way of apology for any inconvenience and annoyance that the musalees might have caused over the previous year!
I don't know what they plan to put in the box, but I hope its as well thought out as the idea itself.
Please suggest this to your local masjid. There is nothing like the giving of gifts to soften hearts and create affection between people.

101 ways to give Dawa

Thanks to Manchester Uni. dawa course attendees and London I.Socs!
Please add your suggestions and implement them!

1. Community Projects
2. Street cleaning.   “Cleanliness is half of faith.”  “There are seventy two branches of faith, the greatest of which is to testify that there is nothing worthy of worship except Allah and that Mohammed is His Messenger and the least is to remove something harmful from the path.”
3. Helping the elderly. “He is not one of us who does not respect the elders and have compassion on the young.”
4. Helping the disabled: Look at those less fortunate that yourself in worldly matters and be grateful to Allah for the blessing he has given you!
5. Youth Work
6. Mountain bike and general trail building (ok, this was my idea!)“The two feet of the son of Adam will not move from their place in front of their Lord until they are asked about five:…your health and how you cared for it…"Mountain biking is a great sport and increasing in popularity. It combines three things, excellent exercise, getting out into the country side and seeing Allah’s creation, and an adrenaline rush! There is huge satisfaction going back to ride a trail that you had a hand in building. And while you digging let ‘em know you'r Muslim…http://www.imba-uk.com/index.php?page=Trailbuilding_FAQs.There are other projects that can take you out into the country side, walking, horse riding, and 4x4 off-roading trails all need maintenance. http://www.transitionsabroad.com/publications/magazine/0001/workings_holidays_britain.shtml. Get out there and be seen and heard!
7. Got a hobby? Join a club and meet and share with others
8. Excel in your exams “Allah has prescribed proficiency in all things..”
9. Visit Prisoners, write to them, and help them to lead a normal life, or even an Islamic one when they get out. http://www.naopv.com/. http://www.icrc.org/Web/Eng/siteeng0.nsf/iwpList265/42B27AF09CAD68E441256C69003E5917
10. Join an anti-war,
11. anti-globalization,
12. protect the environment,
13. make poverty history.....movement-march. See how much we have in common and how many real and practical solutions Islam has to these issues.
14. Give a talk in a school.
15. Get schools to visit your local mosque
16. Arrange "diversity training" for local buisnesess and public sector workers www.i2uk.org
17. Make salah where people can see you.
18. Become school governor
19. Sports……like you need encouragement!
20. Foster children.
21. Interfaith dialogue
22. Start a web site
23. Start a blog
24. Publish a magazine
25. Publish a newpaper
26. Write articles for magazines and newspapers
27. Make documentaries,
28. Write novels,
29. Short stories,
30. Make films... that put Islam in a good light.
31. Knock on doors and tell people about Islam: Just ‘cause the Jehovas do it don’t mean we can’t!
32. To shy to talk…….Post a leaflet/
33. cassette/
34. CD/
35. DVD/
36. Video.... through doors
37. Get involved in politics: Controversial and challenging but desperately needed, but no  more chumchas  please!
38. Write to your MP
39. Write to your MEP
40. Write to PM
41. Write to your family and friends
42. Write to your emenies
43. Look good, smell good and smile..
44. Set up a Dawa table in your hight street, college or university. IPO will help: 020 8994 0720
45. Arrange a lecture
46. Organise an exhibition
47. Invite people to dinner
48. Write poetry
49. Sing nasheeds?
50. Plays
51. Books in libraries and schools
52. A sticker on your car: Any ideas?
53. T-shirts,
54. Mugs
55. Pens
56. Mouse Pads
57. Calenders
58. Post cards
59. E-cards
60. "Isamic~" Screen savers
61. Computer games
62. Do some relief work
63. Open a museum to “Islam in Britain”
64. Internet “dawa” café-bookshop
65. Donate blood
66. Donate bone marrow
67. Posters on Islam,
68. Billboards,
69. Underground etc…..
70. Make du'a
71. Revive your local Speakers Corner (every major city used to have one, not just London!)

OK, OK, so its 71, but did you ever hear of "71 ways to..." do anything?
Please help make it 101...inspiration people, inspiration!

Cartoons: A Dawa Opportunity

With all the controversy surrounding the cartoons, and free speech verses religious tolerance do not forget that this is a golden opportunity again to let people know the truth about Islam and the noble Messenger. Whilst some were demonstrating others were using the opportunity to do just that! They produced a leaflet and were handing it out in Oxford Street.

Download faq_demo.pdf

Inspite of peoples short attention spans, this issue will still be in their minds for some time to come. Why not print this leaflet your self, or make your own and hand it out at your university, college, school, local shopping center or just post it through your neighborhoods doors! This is also a good opportunity to encourage people to read a seerah of the Prophet (saws), and hold discussions on religious tolerance and free speech.
There are some excellent articles about this issue on islamiblog

Dawa Course Main Page

First, May Allah reward you all for taking the time and making the effort to make these one day Dawa Courses a success.
This is where I hope to start going through some of those "Uncomfortable Questions" that either we were not able to answer or that needed more clarification.
I and everyone else needs your input, so we'll make each uncomfortable question a separate "blog" and you can add your comments (at least until I get a bona fide site set up). They will all be grouped under the listing of "Dawa Course" in Categories section (see column on the right).

If you have actually used any of the techniques in real life dawa situations let us know how it went under this main blog.
What worked and what didn't?
Did people come up with objections and questions and issues that we didn't cover?
Let us know about it! The more we share and resource the more we can all benefit.
Here is the power point presentation for download:
Download daawa.ppt
Recommended reading list, useful links and more downloads coming soon, inshallah!

If you are reading this and  would like to attend one of these seminars then send me an email and I'll let you know if there is one happening near you that you can attend, if not we'll see if we can arrange something.