1. Majlis Ansarullah Monthly Meeting
April 2018
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2. AGENDA Recitation of the Holy Qur'an (Verse 16:126) Pledge
Priorities of the year 2018
Sermon of the month: Invite to Allah with wisdom and goodly exhortation (September 8, 2017)
Health Tip
General Tip
Reminders/announcements
Du'a
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3. Click to listen the recitation
[16:126] Call unto the way of thy Lord with wisdom and goodly exhortation, and argue with them in a way that is best. Surely, thy Lord knows best who has strayed from His way; and He knows those who are rightly guided.
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4. Ansar Pledge Say this part three times:
Ash-hadu • alla ilaha • illallahu • wahdahu • la sharika lahu • wa ash-hadu • anna Muhammadan • ‘abduhu • wa rasuluh
Say this part once:
I bear witness • that there is none worthy of worship • except Allah. • He is One • (and) has no partner, • and I bear witness • that Muhammad (peace be upon him) • is His servant • and messenger.
I solemnly pledge • that I shall endeavor • throughout my life • for the propagation • and consolidation • of Ahmadiyyat in Islam, • and shall stand guard • in defense of • the institution of Khilafat. • I shall not hesitate • to offer any sacrifice • in this regard. • Moreover, • I shall exhort my children • to always remain dedicated • and devoted • to Khilafat. • Insha’allah.

5. Priorities of the Year
At least 50% of Tajnid to attend monthly meetings where we discuss how to benefit from our Khalifa’s Friday sermons by making it part of our everyday lives.
Fulfilling the wish of our Khalifa of having 50% of Chanda- paying and earning members to do Wasiyyat.
Help establish a culture of congregational Salat and love of the Holy Qur'an.
Involve everyone in the noble task of Tabligh through a variety of Tabligh activities.
More than 50% Tajnid to attend National Ijtima. The National Ijtima and Shura will take place at BRM on Sep 21-23, Please start planning now.

6. Invite to Allah with wisdom and goodly exhortation
Friday Sermon, September 8, 2017
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7. Synopses of the Sermon
Today, terrorist organizations and so-called Muslim scholars have—in their fanaticism, senselessness, and use of irrational arguments—defamed Islam to such a degree that the non-Muslim world believes that Islam is deprived of wisdom and is a religion lacking rationality and is for foolish and crazy people, God forbid.
These prevailing circumstances place a very significant responsibility upon every Ahmadi to carry out Tabligh. Secretary Tabligh, every office bearer, and every member of the Jama‘at should carry out Tabligh—according to the Qur’anic injunction—with wisdom and goodly exhortation.
While conveying the message, be factual, truthful, and be kind and patient. Talk to a person according to his level of understanding in keeping with the circumstances.
Mere talk has no meaning in the eyes of God. It is essential that there is conformity in our words and deeds. Your very example will draw others towards you, and in this way without even formally doing any Tabligh, the avenues of Tabligh open up. May Allah the Almighty enable us to do this.
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8. Share your thoughts! Open Discussion Question
As a Nasir, which aspect of this Friday Sermon, can I benefit the most from?
Share your thoughts!
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9. Discussion Scenario I
While talking casually with your non-practicing Christian next-door neighbor about the weather, the conversation moves to today’s news headlines, about a tragic race-bias incident. You only heard a little about the incident but you still don’t know the specifics.

10. How would you respond?
You tell him that as a Muslim, who believes in Mirza Ghulam Ahmad of Qadian, we believe in complete equality of races.
You ask him for the details on the matter and then respond based on what he tells you, guiding him to your central belief that all races are equal.
You listen to him, asking him deeper questions regarding his concerns about this issue. You then invite him to your house, a couple of days later, after doing your own research.
Any other response

11. How will your response change?
… if he tells you that “All Lives Matter” and he’s tired of these protests?
… if he is African-American?
… if he shows you the details of the incident on his smartphone from an ultra-conservative news source?
… if he has complained to you in the past about how you don’t mow your lawn regularly?
Za'im Sahib, please if you or any member has any question or concern.

12. Guidance from Friday Sermon
We need to make efforts towards Tabligh in the manner taught to us by Allah the Almighty. Firstly, Allah the Almighty says to carry out Tabligh using wisdom (Hikmah). What is Hikmah? Hikmah has wide-ranging meanings which, to be successful in Tabligh, are essential for us to be aware of and to keep in view. One meaning of Hikmah is knowledge. Knowledge is required to carry out Tabligh. Therefore, firstly, you need to increase your knowledge so that when you have an intellectual discussion with someone you can speak to them in a manner based on their level of understanding. Secondly, you should be aware of where, in our literature and websites, the intellectual responses to various questions can be obtained from. Then, arguments should be given to the people of different religions and deniers of the existence of God, according to their mentality, outlook, and viewpoints. 'Hikmah' (wisdom) also denotes 'a resolute and firm word' and 'a conclusive argument, not requiring yet further proofs to establish its validity.'

13. Discussion Scenario II
Your boss is taking the team out for lunch to celebrate Adam’s (your co-worker’s) upcoming marriage with his boyfriend. This has been a tradition in your office, as you have attended other lunch marriage celebrations before. Everyone else on the team is going.

14. How would you respond? Attend the lunch celebration.
Meet with Adam privately and tell him that as a Muslim, you cannot take part in this celebration.
Tell your boss that you cannot attend the event.
Any other response.

15. How will your response change?
… if you don’t know Adam very well, being that he joined the company in the past year?
… if you know that Adam was kicked out of his family due to his relationship with his boyfriend?
… if, previously, Adam has written letters to his congressman about the plight of Ahmadis in Pakistan?
… if you and Adam have to work closely together the next month to complete an important project before he gets married?
Za'im Sahib, please if you or any member has any question or concern.

16. Guidance from Friday Sermon
Therefore, we should always keep this distinction in mind and not show any kind of pliancy whereby we completely lose our sense of integrity and honor simply because we feel we have to preach and convey the message to others. Though we are not to quarrel and create disorder but at times it is necessary to rebut and counter what is being said. In any case, to use wisdom is necessary; it is important to adopt a soft tone and to demonstrate good morals but at the same time it is also important to actually say wrong to what is wrong. Thus, one should always remember that wisdom does not mean to show cowardice and nor to testify to something incorrect in order to draw someone closer to yourself. For instance, nowadays the worldly people have enacted such laws in the name of freedom which the Shariah [Islamic law] completely forbids. If we speak out against them, they say that though Ahmadis claim to be free from any kind of extremism and speak out against it and demonstrate that they are not extreme, however they are also extreme in regards to certain issues. The examples they give is the issue of shaking hands with women or homosexuality. We do not need to fight but we must say wrong to what is wrong.

17. Take Home Message

18. What to discuss with your family?
Pick one of the following topics from this Friday sermon to discuss with children/family (where appropriate) during casual discussion:
What is the Islamic stance on homosexuality, including getting a full understanding of counter arguments.
In light of what Huzoor (aba) said in this sermon,
should we celebrating Halloween or Valentine’s Day.
how should we behave in mix gatherings at school or work regarding shaking women's hands, alcohol and pork consumption, etc. r
Tips to engage youth in conversation: (1) Give them more talking time, and (2) use examples from Huzoor’s (aba) sermon to make a point.

19. Pull out your smart phone To-Do list
Pick one:
Get ahead of the game. Find a reliable news app or read the daily newspaper and keep on top of the main events.
Sit with Ansar in your Majlis and discuss the top issues and investigate the Islamic response.
If you haven’t done so yet, register to be a Da'i Ilallah and commit yourself to Tabligh.
Invite your neighbors over to your home. Find out their viewpoints now– don’t wait for a news event to spark the conversation.
if you have a different idea.

20. Health Tip Prevent Flu and Colds
Get your flu shot as soon as possible. It takes a few weeks for immunity to kick in
It's OK to get a flu shot during a cold (no fever or severe symptoms).
Cover your sneeze & cough with a tissue or cough into your elbow.
Wash your hands often and keep your distance from others. Disinfect but don’t be a germophobe
Colds and flu spreads in winter since people stay indoors and flu virus spreads in cold-humid weather
Eat-healthy and stay well hydrated
Za'im Sahib, please have someone with healthcare background answer questions or any specific questions to

21. General Tip Helpful Quick Reference Guide to prepare 2017 tax return
Child and dependent care credit: The amount of eligible expenses is $3,000 for one child and $6,000 for two or more.
Child tax credit: The maximum child tax credit is $1,000 for each qualifying child under age 17 at the end of the tax year.
Annual gift tax exclusion and exemption: For tax year 2017, the annual gift tax exclusion is $14,000 to each person.
Earned income credit: Depending on your filing status, income, and number of children and age, minimum credit $510 and maximum is $6,318.
Education credit: American opportunity credit $2,500, lifetime learning credit $2,000.
Foreign earned income exclusion: A qualified individual may exclude up to $102,100.
Za'im Sahib, please have someone with relevant background answer questions or any specific questions to

22. Reminders/Announcements Du'a Jazakumullah for Participating
Reminders/Announcements Du'a Jazakumullah for Participating! If you enjoyed it, please convey to those brothers who are not here today!