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  • 17th Annual ICP Humanity Day

    Posted August 15, 2011 by ICP Admin


    For Immediate Release:


    Islamic Center of Pittsburgh Announces
    The 17th Annual Humanity Day Celebration
    4100 Bigelow Blvd. Pittsburgh Pa 15213
    Saturday August 20th 2011
    6:00pm


    "Duty to the Neighbors: Excellence of Islamic Law in the Days of Turbulence"

    The Islamic Center of Pittsburgh (ICP) welcomes the public and media representatives to its 17th Annual Humanity Day celebration. Every year, during the month of Ramadan, members of the public are invited to share in the breaking of the fast with our congregation on Humanity Day. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet with members of the eclectic Muslim community of Pittsburgh and to observe the ritual ceremonies of the holy month of Ramadan. The ICP recognizes the significance of building bridges of understanding between the Muslim community and the Pittsburgh community at large.

    This year, we are delighted to have Imam Ramez Islambouli as our keynote speaker. Imam Ramez Islambouli has an undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering and a graduate degree in Bioethics, both from Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH. He is an adjunct professor of Islamic law at the Law School and Islamic Studies in the Dept. of Religious Studies and a full-time lecturer and section head of Arabic language in the Dept. of Modern Languages and Literature at CWRU. Imam Ramez is currently working on his doctorate degree at Duquesne University. He has worked with different interfaith groups in Cleveland like Interact Cleveland, WeBelieve Ohio and others.

    In Islamic Law or Shariah, the neighbors are given a very high regard, be they are Jews, Christians, Muslims or non believers. Our keynote speaker would explore the provisions in the Islamic law than guarantees the members of the public the right to safety and security in their homes and properties.

    The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "By God, he does not believe! By God, he does not believe! By God, he does not believe!" When asked who he was referring to, the Prophet (peace be upon him) replied: "That person whose neighbor does not feel safe from his evil." - Sahih Al-Bukhari, Volume 8, Hadith 45

    Quran (49:13): "O mankind! We created you from a single (pair) of a male and a female, and made you into nations and tribes, that ye may know each other (not that ye may despise (each other). Verily the most honored of you in the sight of Allah is (he who is) the most righteous of you. And Allah has full knowledge and is well acquainted (of all your doings)"

    We are honoring this year:
    1. Bishop David A. Zubik, Bishop of Diocese Pittsburgh PA
    2. Lois Campbel, Executive Director of Pittsburgh Interfaith Impact Network (PIIN)
    3. Rev. Glenn Grayson, Pastor of Wesley Center African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, Pittsburgh and the Founding President of PIIN
    4. Deborah Fidel, Executive Director of Pittsburgh Area Jewish Committee (PAJC)
    5. David J. Hickton, U.S. Attorney of the United States Attorney's Office, U.S. Department of Justice

    Contact: Imam AbduSemih Tadese
    Cell: 412-330-9252
    Email: imamabdusemee@gmail.com
    Website: www.icp-pgh.org

  • 15th Annual ICP Humanity Day

    Posted August 10, 2009 by ICP Admin


    For Immediate Release:


    Islamic Center of Pittsburgh Announces
    The 15th Annual Humanity Day Celebration
    4100 Bigelow Blvd. Pittsburgh Pa 15213
    Sunday September 6th 2009
    7:15 pm


    The Islamic Center of Pittsburgh (ICP) welcomes the public and media representatives to its 15th Annual Humanity Day celebration. Falling in Ramadan every year, on this day everyone is invited to share breaking the fast with our congregation. Visitors will have the opportunity to personally interact with the diverse Muslim community of Pittsburgh and to observe the ritual ceremonies associated with the holy month. As is customary in this event ICP will also recognize outstanding citizens who have been instrumental in building bridges of understanding between the Muslim community and the Pittsburgh community at large.

    This year we are delighted to have Imam Yahya Hendi as the keynote speaker. Imam Yahya Hendi is the Muslim chaplain at Georgetown University. A renowned scholar and avid traveler, Imam Hendi is well known for his interfaith activities (www.imamyahya.com). His topic will be:

    Unity above Diversity, God, the Universe and the Spirit of Ramadan

    Quran(49:13): "O mankind! We created you from a single (pair) of a male and a female, and made you into nations and tribes, that ye may know each other (not that ye may despise each other). Verily the most honored of you in the sight of Allah is (he who is) the most righteous of you. And Allah has full knowledge and is well acquainted (of all your deeds)."

    All visitors are welcome. Both men and women are kindly asked to observe a modest dress code.

    Contact: Imam AbduSemih Tadese
    Cell: 412-330-9252
    Email: icp.imam1@gmail.com
    Website: www.icp-pgh.org

  • Children's Playground Dedication

    Posted July 31, 2009 by ICP Admin


    For Immediate Release:


    Islamic Center of Pittsburgh and Schenely Farms Civic Association Announce
    Children's Playground Dedication and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
    4100 Bigelow Blvd. Pittsburgh Pa 15213
    August 7th 2009
    2:00 pm


    Guest of Honor Councilman Bill Peduto.

    Islamic Center of Pittsburgh (ICP) welcomes its neighbors, media professionals and the public to the new children’s playground dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony. The ceremony will take place immediately after the Friday congregational prayer. In attendance will be our neighbors, representatives of the Schenley Farms Civic Association and guest of honor councilman Bill Peduto.

    ICP obtained the approval of the Zoning Board of Adjustment and the Historic Review Commission with the full support and backing of its immediate neighbors and SFCA. After meetings between ICP members and neighbors, presided over by Councilman Peduto, the current design was arrived at. In its current shape the playground is aesthetically pleasing, is in line with surrounding architecture, ensures the safety of the children and respects the privacy, noise and light levels in the neighborhood. Despite our initial differences we find the ultimate result to be a shining example of neighborly cooperation and respect in our beloved city.

    ICP extends its heartfelt thanks to our neighbors for their genuine collaboration, to Councilman Peduto for his leadership and, last but not least, acknowledges the generous contribution made by SFCA toward the playground furniture.

    Quran(5:2): "Help ye one another in righteousness and piety, but help ye not one another in sin and rancour..."

    Contact: Alaa Shalaby
    Cell: 412-303-2286
    Email: imbolus@yahoo.com
    Website: www.icp-pgh.org

Come and Visit!

If you are a part of a group (church group, school group, and etc.) or would like an individual tour of the masjid, please contact Imam Tadese for more information, 412-330-9252. More Info

4100 Bigelow Blvd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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