Volume 2 Issue 21
UK - Genocide Memorial Day 2011
14th January 2011
The Muslim Seeker
The Islamic Human Rights Commission, IHRC, is proud to present its annual event entitled „Genocide Memorial Day‟ in remembrance of all man‟s inhumanity to man in the perpetration of genocides and genocidal acts. Two years on from the genocidal acts in Gaza, this event combines the past with the present so that this day is a call not
just to commemorate the past but also the present genocidal tendencies together with building a resolve to stop genocides from ever happening again. This event consists of a variety of short presentations on the world's many victims. This year we will be covering a number of atrocities including the heart rending plight of the peoples of Hiroshima and
Nagasaki, the suffering of the genocide in Cambodia and accounts from the victims of the Jewish Holocaust. Please come to support and remember the innocent victims of all genocide and genocidal acts. Let us emphasise never again is all inclusive. Date: Sunday, 16 January 2011 Time: 4pm – 8pm Place: Abrar House, 45 Crawford Place, London W1H 4LP Nearest Tube Stations: Edgware Road (Bakerloo Line) and Marble Arch (Central Line) Guest Speakers include: Gregory Stanton (Genocide Watch - USA) Bruce Kent (Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament) Ahron Cohen (With messages from Holocaust Survivors) Lauren Booth (Human Rights Activist and Journalist)
Refreshments will also be served. Entrance is free.
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Examine your life 23 Youth under shade 4 2 minute madrasah 5 Mercy to the worlds6 Trust me
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Bronx Muslim Centre Stop Smoking Dawn Foundation China Black Magic Khadija Al Kubra Islamic Councelling and Mediation Service Dawah T Shirts iPoet Anjum Nasheeds Winter Walk 2011 Newham Run Y-Learn
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Poetry Corner
Quranic Love -----------------Doses of love capsuled within a rainbow Burnt candle sparkled out light Sprinkles of air captured within a rose Petals flew before lions cried Fire burnt Ice froze Biscuit dried Water became wet Couplets of gold Within verses Pages turn to sliver Ink dried Pen lifted The words of Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala Commentary The poetry of Imam Al Shafiâ€&#x;ee inspired me to write this short poem. How words can be so few, yet carry so much meaning behind them. With fire burning and ice freezing, I wanted to express how our love for the Quran can not be measured by normal love.For deep love goes beyond the surface and deeper beyond the eye. For the words of Allah are far beyond in wisdom than the words of the creation. Subhanallah. iPOET www.islamicpoet.com
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£30,000 urgently needed to save Gaza’s only hospital for war-affected children Inadequate facilities and destruction of medical buildings has meant the hospital is no longer capable of meeting the need of young Gazans. The sad reality is that children are most affected by a lack of routine medication, shortage of medical supplies and dilapidated hospital conditions. Al Dora Paediatric Hospital – which last year treated 35,000 cases– is the only of its kind in Gaza to specialise in the treatment of children. In urgent need of maintenance, the hospital struggles to provide a service to more than 250,000 childrenin the surrounding area. Your contribution will provide sanitary and well-equipped medical facilities for thousands of Gaza‟s children insha‟Allah.
Winter Walk 2011 A 5 mile sponsored walk or run in aid of Gaza‟s children The Date: Saturday 22nd January 2011 The Challenge: Walking or running for 5 miles through Hyde Park, London The Cause: Gaza‟s war affected children This January, we‟re going to brave the cold and frost to raise money for many of Gaza‟s forgotten waraffected children. Are you up for the challenge? Bring the family, grab some friends and wrap up warm for this day out in the heart of London. Over 250 people from across the country have taken part in the Gaza Winter Challenges and have raised more than £50,000 for the children Gaza. This year we‟re asking you to continue to support Gaza‟s war-affected children by taking part in our sponsored winter funrun or walk. If you‟re feeling a little more adventurous then why not start earlier and join our team of runners? It‟s strictly a fun-run but 5 miles in the cold weather will still be a challenge. Be sure to tell us when registering.
JIHAD & WARFARE IN ISLAM - A DETAILED ACCOUNT Date: Saturday 29th January 2011 Time: 10am - 6pm Venue: Muslim World League, 4th Floor, 46 Goodge St, London, W1T 4LX (on the corner of Charlotte Street) DEADLINE: MONDAY 25TH JANUARY 2011 after which prices increase Allah says in the Qur'an: "And why should you not fight in the cause of Allah and of those who, being weak, are ill-treated and oppressed? Men, women, and children, whose cry is: 'Our Lord! Rescue us from this town, whose people are oppressors, and raise for us from Thee one who will protect; and raise for us from Thee one who will help'." (Surah An-NisĂƒÂ˘', verse 75) This is arguably the most talked about topic whenever the subject of Islam is brought up amongst non-Muslims and Muslims. However, its true and comprehensive meaning has sadly been hijacked and abused either by the pacifists, who are more inclined towards bending over backwards and pleasing others, or the warmongering riff-raff of the Ummah, who are unable to channel their frustrations constructively and fail to attribute half-baked justifications for transgression to any legal scholarship. But what about the situation today? How should we understand Jihad in our current timespace context. This short course aims to cover the following areas, in light of classical and contemporary jurists: Types of Jihad, Reality of Jihad al-Nafs, Issue of Forcefully Converting People to Islam, Jihad as Armed Combat, Dar al-Harb or Dar al-Islam, Defensive and Offensive Jihad, Rules of Engagement and Civilian Inviolability, Role of the Head of State in Political Affairs and Jihad, Peace Treaties and the UN Declaration of Peace, Ethical Considerations in a Nuclear Age, Prophet Muhammad's (pbuh) Overall Attitude to War, Shari'ah Definition of Terrorism, Reality of 9-11 & 7-7 according to Foundational Texts and Juristic Rulings, Multiple Muslim States, Islam's Foreign Policy, Social Contract and Muslims of the UK. A lot of material is to be covered during the course in significant depth, with the teacher commonly referring to related subjects so as to address the subject in a more well-rounded manner. Participants are therefore encouraged to attend with the right frame of mind and the necessary level of alertness. Whilst many may speak passionately about jihad, its inner and outer aspects, its rulings and relevance in today's context, very few are able to articulate this in a way that is true to both its practical and psycho-spiritual dimensions on an experiential level. Inshallah, this course will go some way towards providing a more honest and balanced representation of the subject, insha'Allah. * Notes and light refreshments will be provided * All welcome To book a place or for more information contact: Tel: 07956 983 609 E-mail: courses@islamiccircles.org
Newham London Run 2011
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Y-Lead "Learn..Educate..Aspire..Deliver.." Nida Trust ~ Calling Communities Together ~ Presents: (Young Muslim Beacon Award Winner 2010) Programme? * Effective Communication * Team building * Motivation * Influencing Others * Developing An Effective Campaign * Best of Leaders- Muhammed (SAW) * An educational trip to Cambridge University and Houses of Parliament Refreshments will be provided. It's For Free! All we ask is for you to commit yourself for the entire 6 weeks .3 Hours A Week. For 6 Weeks.
ONLY 20 PLACES AVAILABLE PER COURSE OPEN TO BOTH MALE AND FEMALE AGE CRITERIA: 14-19 East London: Course begins Friday 28th January 2011 at 5pm at Ebrahim Community College West London: Course begins Saturday 29th January 2011 at 2pm at Muslim Cultural Heritage Centre (AlManaar)
Vacancy Board of Trustees Are you passionate about helping young British Muslims? Would you like to contribute to a social service based project that makes a difference in individualâ€&#x;s lives everyday? If you are someone who can problem solve, take on challenge, a thinker with a can do attitude then this is the opportunity for you. The Muslim Youth Helpline (MYH) is a national award winning charity providing faith and culturally sensitive support services to young Muslims in the UK. Its core services are a free and confidential Helpline and an advocacy department which runs research, delivers training and pro actively engages young people in campaigns on issues affecting British Muslims. The Board of Trustees is currently recruiting new Trustees to join the organisation. Trustees are legally responsible for the Charity and for ensuring the organisation is able to operate effectively. Trustees are also expected to represent the organisation at public forums, attend external meetings with funders and other support agencies, raise awareness of MYH and develop a network of contacts to support the work of the charity. Whilst the position of trustee at MYH is one of heavy responsibility, it is also one which will support and nurture personal growth and development. MYH is a youth led organisation which aims to put young people at the forefront of service delivery and at the centre of strategic decision making at all levels of the organisation. The engagement of young people at strategic levels is invaluable to ensuring the organisation remains tuned to the needs of the young people we seek to serve. In particular we are seeking Trustees to fill the roles of Treasurer, and leads for Fundraising and Strategy. Role descriptions are attached. To apply, please send your CV including details of two referees and a supporting statement/cover letter explaining which role you are interested in and why you are suitable for the role to: Muslim Youth Helpline, 1st Floor, 18 Rosemont Road, London, NW3 6NE Telephone: 0207 435 8171 E-mail: info@myh.org.uk Closing Date: Ongoing Interviews for the next round of recruitment will take place w/c 17th January. Deadline for applications for this round is 9th January 2011 Applications will be acknowledged upon receipt.
Group building cohesion gets top award Written by Faith Matters
A COMMUNITY organisation which was set up to ease religious tension has scooped the title of Enfield‟s Business Of The Year. Founded in 2007 by former Haringey councillor Fiyaz Mughal OBE, Faith Matters was praised for its conflict-resolution work in the UK and across the Middle East. Judges were impressed with the organisation‟s social programmes, research, events and publications. Mr Mughal said: “People have this perception that community organisations are not actually businesses even though we operate exactly like a business. “It was a fantastic honour to be named business of the year and even more so because the competition we were up against was so high.” The runner-up was named as Elite Feet Football Development, a football coaching firm run by Daniel Larner and based in Green Road, Southgate. Source: North London Today. Islamic Community Food Project: Upcoming Event 23 January 2011 - 23 January 2011 (11.00am to 4.00pm) Spitalfields City Farm, Buxton Street, London, E1 5AR Awareness, Grassroots Organising, & Action.. Organised by Wisdom In Nature (WIN) with Spitalfields City Farm As more people organise from the grassroots, community food initiatives are on the rise. These small steps not only empower, but offer alternatives to the globalised food system that favours multinationals. At the same time, within Muslim communities awareness is growing that Islam offers ecological principles that extend beyond the term 'halal'. The programme will include: A workshop with Wasi Daniju & Muzammal Hussain from Wisdom In Nature. A practical on the land with Naomi Glass from Spitalfields City Farm. Please dress for the weather and bring sturdy footwear. Tea/coffees/refreshments will be provided. Please bring food to share for lunch. COST FOR EVENT: £5 per person to be paid in advance. Reduced rate for regular donors to Wisdom In Nature and regular participants. See registration form for more details. REGISTER: There are a limited number of places. Wisdom In Nature - Islamic Ecological & Community Activism: Web: www.wisdominnature.org.uk ; tel 0845 456 3960 (local rate).
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Henna (Mehendi) is a Great Healer By Dr. M. Laiq Ahmed Khan The Henna plant is not only extensively grown throughout India, but cultivated as well. It is planted as hedges around houses, buildings and sometimes fields. It is two-meter long when fully grown and emission of a typical fragrance is also noted during nights. It is cultivated throughout India. For ages. The Mehndi of Faridabad is very much popular and liked by the users. The different parts of the plant viz. leaves, stems, flowers and fruits are being used for cosmetic as well as medicinal purposes. Umme Salma (R) narrates: "In the life of Prophet Muhammed (saws), no injury or thorn piercing was treated on which Henna was not applied." (Tirmizi, Sanad-e-Ahmed) "Whenever somebody came to Prophet Muhammad (saws) with complaints of headache, he directed him to undergo cupping and whosoever complained of pain in legs, was advised to apply Henna." (Bukhari, Abu Dawood) In another narration Henna was prescribed for headache also Hazrat Abu Huraira narrates: Nabi-e-Akram (saws) said that Jews and Christians did not use Khizab, you oppose that. The same verse is narrated by other narrators in Nisai and Tirmizi. Osman bin Abdullah Ibn Mohib narrates: "My family sent me to Ummul Momineen, Hazrat Salma (R), with a bowl of water (the narrator of this Hadith, Israil closed his three fingers and said the bowl was of silver). A few holy hairs of Prophet (saws) were there in the bowl. If some one fell ill with evil sight or with any other ailment would send the water in a bowl to
Umme-e-Salma. She would dip the plate in it. I looked into the water and found that the colour of the Prophet’s hair was red." (Bukhari) Jahzma (R) the wife of Bashir Bin Khasasia (R) narrates "I saw Prophet Muhammad (saws) coming out of the house. He was coming after taking bath, therefore, he was shaking his hairs. The colour of Henna was visible on his head." (Tirmizi) Wasila (R) narrates that Prophet Muhammad (saws) said "Use Henna, it makes your head lustrous, cleanses your hearts, increases the sexual vigour and will be witness in your graves" Abi Rafai narrates, "I was present before Prophet (saws). Passing his hand over his head he said that the head of all dyes was Henna which added a glow to the face and increased the sexual vigour." (Abu Naim) The scholars of Hadith paid a great attention towards its use keeping in view the repeated sayings of Prophet Muhammad (saws). Sahaba and Tabayeen like Abu Bakr, Umar, Abu Ubaida, Mohammed Ibnal Hanifa, Mohammed Ibn Al Sirin used to apply Henna on their hairs. Mohaddis Abdul Latif Baghdadi says that its red colour is very attractive and its colour and smell is a nerve stimulant. The fact is well understood in today’s scenario, from the impact of colour and odour on personality and physiology. Mohd. Ahmed Zahbi says that there are three essential factors for healing i. Expulsion of fluids from the wounds ii. Cessation of production of any more fluids Formation of healthy flesh (granulation tissue) to fill the gap. Henna contains all these three factors and possesses very good healing properties. If Mehndi leaves are soaked in water throughout the night and this decanted water, if taken in morning for 40 days, is effective in leprosy and heals the wounds. Ibu al Qayyim in the light of his experiences describes it a good healing agent for burns. Its gargles are beneficial in stomatitis and all ulcers of tongue, cheeks and lips. Its local application has soothing effects on acute inflammations and hot abscesses. Henna levels’ extract in oil mixed with natural wax and oil of rose, if applied locally in conditions of backache, is highly effective. It is a clinically tested fact that if Mehndi leaves paste is applied on the soles of the patients of small pox and chicken pox, the eyes remain unaffected with the disease and besides become dry very soon. Dry leaves of Henna if kept in clothes, serve the purpose of insect repellent. If the paste of Henna is applied on nails, the lustre of the nails increases and if applied on feet and soles, is effective in burning feet syndrome. If the nails become disfigured after getting fungal infection, it is advisable to use Henna with vinegar to restore it to normalcy. The paste of Henna is very effective in Burns and scalds. It heals the boils of scalp if applied with Roghan-e-Zaitoon. The physicians of Unani Medicine describe it as a good blood purifier. Hakim Ajmal Khan once used the paste of Henna on the palms of a female patient who was suffering from Menorrhagia and she got cured. Inhaling the scent of its flowers cures headache from heat. The oil prepared from olive oil and leaves of Henna is very much effective in muscular rigidity. If Henna leaves are soaked in a sufficient quantity of water and kept throughout the night and the decanted water is taken in morning it is effective in Jaundice and Splenomegaly. (The writer is director, Shah Faisal Institute of Hadith and Medical Sciences, Kasganj)
The Productive Muslim Habitator 7 Daily Spiritual Productive Habits to Develop by ProductiveMuslim You should aim to develop the following 7 Spiritually Productive activities into habits so that you can hopefully continue benefitting from them throughout your life. I consider these activities as the spiritual „bread and butter‟ of any ProductiveMuslim. To develop them as habits is the essence of embarking on your journey towards the love of Allah (Subhanahu Wa Ta‟ala) and constantly increasing in your eman, inshaAllah: 1) Pray the Sunnah Prayers before and/or after Prayer: I know it‟s easier to just pray the obligatory prayers and rush out of the mosque! However, when we realise the rewards we‟re missing from not praying these Sunnah prayers we won‟t leave them. Over the years I have learnt there‟s only ONE way of getting yourself to pray these Sunnah prayers constantly: Get into the habit of praying them! They‟ll soon become part and parcel of your Salah and your Salah will feel incomplete without performing these acts. 2) Remembrance of Allah after Salah: Again, it‟s easy to rush out after Salah due to our busy lives, though if we are honest, how long does it take to recite the supplications after Salah? (The Answer: 5-7 minutes!). If you‟re not sure what I‟m referring to, you may find the supplications at MakeDua.com. Nowadays you‟ll find pocket notebooks/or phone applications with these supplications. Get into the habit of reciting them daily after each Salah to enrich your Salah experience. 3) Morning/Evening Remembrance of Allah: Step 2 is also included in this habit. There exists a beautiful set of duas/remembrances from the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) which he used to say before sunrise and after sunset. They are true stress relievers and energy boosters which never fail to make my days and evenings feel blessed. [You can find the duas at MakeDua.com] 4) Night Prayer: Hamdulillah, during Ramadan we have the wonderful Taraweeh prayers to attend. However, outside of Ramadan there are many opportunities to still obtain the reward of the night prayer. If you‟re new to night prayer or you don‟t pray it constantly during the year, make sure you try to attend prayers each and every night in congregation at the mosque (particularly brothers), and give yourself a „no-excuse‟ policy. Develop a habit of praying Tahajjud and continuing to pray them for an entire 30 days; this will set you on better footing to continue with the Night Prayer for the rest of the year inshaAllah. 5) Duha Prayer: Here‟s a Productive Muslim‟s top secret to a productive day: 2 rak‟ahs known as the Duha prayer which you may pray at anytime after sunrise till before the sun reaches it‟s zenith (around 30 minutes before Dhuhr). The reward of this prayer is similar to giving charity on behalf of every bone in your body, and the energy and buzz you feel during the day is amazing. 6) Supplications before you Sleep: You‟ve just had a long day and you‟re super tired. You climb into bed and you want to hit the sack… but wait! Before you do, can you give yourself just 10 more minutes to recite the supplications before sleeping? That‟s all. Try them and find yourself experiencing the most beautiful sleep ever and waking up for Fajr easily, inshaAllah. For more information on waking up for fajr, constantly, everyday, without fail Read How to Wake up for Fajr. 7) Reciting one hour of Quran each day: Notice: I said here recite one hour of Quran each day and not one juz‟ or one Surah. The amount of Quran you read is not as important as the quality of your understanding. If you spend one hour reciting one verse but understand it fully, that‟s more important and beneficial then reciting lots of Quran at break-neck speed yet not understanding a word.
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Dawud Ali Wharnsby
The Things We Want To Say
God gave us daad, “duha” the Guiding Morning Light And Ta, “tawaf” around the Ka‟ba, such a stunning sight.
There're only 28 letters that we really need
The sun so bright above, Dha, “dhuhr” prayer is
and we mix them and we match them, making words
near.
so carefully.
Ain, Joy and celebration “Eid” comes twice a year.
The words we put together, help us make our way
Ghain, “ghusl” wash our hearts and bodies pure.
with the things we want to say, every single day.
And Fa, “Al-feel” a splendid story you should hear.
Alif, “Allah”, one god to whom I pray
There're only 28 letters that we really need
Ba, “Bismillah”, In God‟s name each step of the way
and we mix them and we match them, making
Ta, “Tilawa”, words of Qur‟an I will say
words so carefully.
To gain Tha, “Thawab” reward only Allah can pay.
The words we put together, help us make our way
Jeem , “Jama`ah” shoulder to shoulder toe to toe
with the things we want to say, every single day.
Ha, “Halal & Haram” good and bad things we must know.
Qaf, “Quran”, holy words from Allah‟s grace,
Kha, “Khutbah” I listen quietly in the row,
Kaf, “kabah”, the holy mosque that we all face,
and make dal, “dua” calling upon Allah alone.
laam, “labbayk” to answer Allah‟s call we‟ll race. meem, is for “masjid” the whole world‟s a worship
There're only 28 letters that we really need
place!
and we mix them and we match them, making words
Nun, “noor” is light in our souls from Al-Rahman,
so carefully.
Ha, “hilal”, the smiling moon which welcomes
The words we put together, help us make our way
Ramadan
with the things we want to say, every single day.
Wow, “wahid”, is One. One God for woman and for man.
Dhal, “dhikr” think of Allah everywhere
And Ya, is for “yasin” the very heart of God's
And ra, “ruku‟” bow to God in prayer
Qur‟an.
za, “zakat” we give and learn to share and seen, for “sajdah” to show Allah we care.
There're only 28 letters that we really need and we mix them and we match them, making
Sheen, “shukr”, thanking God is only right
words so carefully.
God gave us sawd, for “salat” prayers we make day
The words we put together, help us make our way
and night.
with the things we want to say, every single day.
Newham Muslim Community Directory O you who believe! Eat not up your property amongst yourselves in vanities: but let there be amongst you traffic and trade by mutual good-will: nor kill (or destroy) yourselves: for verily Allah has been to you Most Merciful. [Al Qur‟an 4:29]
ACCOUNTANTS Zareef Kahloon & Co. Chartered Certified Accountants 343 High Street North Manor Park London E12 6PQ 020 8548 4095
CAR REPAIRS St Stephens Garage 133 St Stephens Rd East Ham London E6 1AT 020 8472 0325
CHARITY Kashmir International Relief Fund 577 Lea Bridge Rd, E11 0208 521 3220 07904119954
CITIZENSHIP CTS-UK 806 High Road, Leyton E10 6AE 02085328462
COLLEGE COURSES BITE British Institute of Technology & E-commerce 258-262 Romford Road, London, E7 9HZ 02085523071
FURNITURE Al Mirage Furniture 252 High St North Manor Park E12 6SB 02084700099
FASHION Meena Bazaar 341 High St North, E12 6PQ Ready made garments 02084722595 Uzma Creations 145 Green Street, E7 8JE UP TO 50% OFF 02084721313
HEATING AND MEDIATION ESTATE Muslim Mediation Service INSTALLATION 2a Streatfield Ave AGENTS Flame Heating C/H Systems and Boilers Repair –Service – Installations 0208 552 7698 07774 152272 07903 765755
HEATING, PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES Wellworth (London) Ltd 2-4 Tudor Road London E9 7SN Bath Showroom Trade & DIY Counter Huge Range of Fittings Heating & Gas Supplies Electrical Supplies & Goods Pipes, Valves & Pumps
KITCHENS Net Kitchens Direct 87 Wood Street London E17 3JX 020 8521 2171
E6 2LA 0208 432 2805
Islamic Counselling Marriage Mediation Service for Muslims Women 07909941179
PEST CONTROL Bed Bugz Exterminator Newham Wide 07515424918
SPORTS Football Muslim5aside Beckton Power league Norwegian Playing Fields, Jenkins Lane, Newham, IG11 0AD 07886275209 DM Football Club Plashet Park Manor Park E12 07515789068
MASJIDS SUPPORT
London APSA
Indian Muslim Federation (Newham Branch) 6 Lincoln Road Forest Gate London E7 8QW
07956556382
WRESTLING USB Leytonstone School Sports Centre 07949588196 07958251945 www.teamusb.com
BEAUTY Maira Hair & Beauty Salon 341-343 High St North London E12 6TN 02084722595
Football Club Years 1,2,3,5 07539647837
TUITION KiPP2 Tuition Centre 56-62 Church Road, E12 6AF 07886020071
XLR8 Tuition Home tuition by qualified teachers CRB Checked Strictly 1-2-1 07949641815
Wisemove London Ltd 250 High St North Manor Park E12 6SB
TRAVEL Your Travel Shop 197 Cranbrook Road, IG1 4TA www.travelshop.com 02085547070
FINANCE SA FINANCIAL SERVICE 197 Green Street, E7 8LL Mahmood Akhtar 02084714444
SWAP SHOP If you have items that you would like to swap or gift then please do email us and we will include in the next edition.
THANK YOU If you wish to send a message to a family member or someone who workds hard in the community then email us with your message
ADVERTISE If you would like to advertise and support us then please do ring us or email us: 07886020071 info.nmo@gmail.com If any local businesses or bighearted people wish to support us and believe that we are attempting to do good for the community, then please contact us and support us in any way you can.
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HMC was born essentially out of one concern and one concern only; to be able to provide assurance that we are eating genuine Halal, not just “because it says Halal… it must be Halal!" HMC is the product of a particular, prolonged situation – a situation of deceit and treachery. Muslims are being betrayed by individuals & corporations whose only concern is making fast, easy money. Using 'blessed blades', pre recorded Bismillah, captive bolts, electrified water and even pork proteins; the hard-earned Halal cash of many is being used to buy Haram. HMC has therefore, shouldered the enormous responsibility of discharging an obligatory duty on behalf of you, the community at large. Help HMC to Help You! Barkat & Sons Halal Meat 645 Romford Road Manor Park, E12 5AD Tel: 020 8911 8509 A M & Sons 84-88 Belgrave Road Ilford, IG1 3AL Tel: 020 8554 4030 A M & Sons (2) 397 Green Street Upton Park, E13 9AU Tel: 020 8472 7267 Amaan Halal Butchers 42 Upton Lane Forest Gate, E7 9LN Tel: 020 8470 1514 Bismillah Fresh Halal Meat & Poultry 70 Upton Lane Forest Gate, E7 9LN Tel: 020 8548 0992 Mob: 07932 836 696 Bismillah Halal Meat 370 Ilford Lane Ilford, IG1 2LZ Tel: 020 8478 9900 Budget Fair Cash & Carry 51 - 53 Upton Lane Forest Gate, E7 9PA Tel: 020 8552 2888
Butt Halal Meat 209 Ilford Lane Ilford, IG1 2RU Tel: 020 8220 7775 Hamza Halal Butchers 115 Altmore Avenue East Ham, E6 2BX Tel: 020 8471 2325 Iman Halal Meat 319 Green Street Plaistow, E13 9AR Tel: 020 8472 3308 Kashmir Halal Meat & Foodstore 120 - 122 Katherine Road East Ham, E6 1ER Tel: 020 8472 8669 Khan Halal Meat 103 Burges Road East Ham, E6 2BL Tel: 020 8552 7175 Lala's Quality Halal Meat & Poultry 89 Belgrave Road Ilford, IG1 3AL Tel: 02000 114 055
Noori Halal Butchers 328 High Street North Manor Park, E12 6PH Tel: 020 8472 1667 Quality Halal Meat 126 Barking Road East Ham, E6 3BD Tel: 020 8552 1122 Stratford Mini Market 48 Romford Road Stratford, E15 4BZ Tel: 020 8534 7281 Sunnah 457 Romford Rd Forest Gate, E7 8AB Tel: 020 8555 1441 Taqwa Fresh Quality Halal Meat 123 Green Street Forest Gate, E7 8JF Tel: 020 8552 2036 TSB Convenience Store 428 Katherine Road Forest Gate, E7 8NP Tel: 020 8586 6999 Unique Cash & Carry 418 Katherine Road Forest Gate, E7 8NP Tel: 020 8472 5705
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Abu Bakar 47 Upton Lane Forest Gate, E7 9PA Tel: 020 8470 2300 Ahmed's Perfect Fried Chicken 61 Vicarage Lane Stratford, E15 4HG Tel: 020 8522 4377 AJ's Chicken & Pizza 221 Ley Street Ilford, IG1 4BL Tel: 020 8553 1125 A'la Pizza 28 Upton Lane Forest Gate, E7 9LN Tel: 020 8586 6688 Aladdin BBQ & Grill 121 Ley Street Ilford, IG1 4BH Tel: 020 8553 3357 Al-Farooq Kebabish 435 Barking Road, East Ham, E6 2JX Tel: 020 8472 0917 Al-Farooq Kebabish 84 Upton Lane Forest Gate, E7 9LW Tel: 020 8472 3049 Al-Farooq Kebabish 395 Green Street Upton Park, E13 9AU Tel: 020 8471 1452 Al-Firdous Restaurant & Takeaway 187 Plashet Road Forest Gate, E13 0QZ Tel: 020 8503 5340 Bar B Q Base 832 Romford Road, Manor Park, E12 5JG Tel: 020 8514 2989 Chicken 2 Go 418 High Street North Manor Park, E12 6RH Tel: 020 8475 0003 Dixy Chicken 282 Barking Road East Ham, E6 3BA Tel: 020 8471 0900
Dixy Chicken 198 High Street North East Ham, E6 2JA Tel: Dixy Fried Chicken 372 High Street North Manor Park, E12 6PH Tel: 020 8548 1336 Euro Fried Chicken & Pizza 90 Upton Lane Forest Gate, E7 9LW Tel: 020 8471 4488 Griller (6) 649 High Road Seven Kings, IG3 8RA Tel: 020 8590 6400 GrillFellas 88 Katherine Road East Ham, E6 1EN Tel: 020 8471 9454 Hyderabadi Spice 309 High Street North Manor Park, E12 6SL Tel: 020 8472 0255 Jumbo's 66 Plashet Road Upton Park, E13 0RQ Tel: 020 8472 7637 Jungle Braai Barbeque 115 Wood Street Walthamstow, E17 3LL Tel: 07886 184442 Khana Khazana Restaurant 249 Green Street Forest Gate, E7 8LJ Tel: 020 8503 4200 Lahore Xpress 99 Green Street Forest Gate, E7 8JF Tel: 020 8471 3353 Madina Kebabish 85a Upton Lane Forest Gate, E7 9PB Tel: 020 8586 7027 Mai'da Indian Eatery 148-150 Bethnal Green Rd London, E2 6DG Tel: 020 7739 2645
@ Manish 23 Queens Market Upton Park, E13 9BA Tel: 020 8472 2441 Noor Fried Chicken 284 Barking Road East Ham, E6 3BA Tel: 020 8472 5555 Pandoo's Family Restaurant 112 Cranbrook Road Ilford, IG1 4LZ Tel: 020 8518 6677 Pizza Pan 16 Terrace Road Plaistow, E13 0PB Tel: 020 8548 1144 Salt & Pepper Lahori Cuisine 704 Romford Road Manor Park, E12 5AJ Tel: 020 8514 3145 Sheikh's Restaurant 89 Green Street Forest Gate, E7 8JF Tel: 020 8471 3366 Shiowari 229-231 Cranbrook Road Ilford, IG1 4TD Tel: 020 8554 2022 Signature Hyderabad 107 Green Street Forest Gate, E7 8JF Tel: 020 8552 2646 Tandoori Nites 235 East India Dock Road Poplar, E14 0EG Tel: 020 7531 4331 Taste Of India 340 High Street North Manor Park, E12 6PH Tel: 020 8471 2122 The Grill Restaurant 392 High Street North Manor Park, E12 6RH Tel: 020 8470 0093 Zu's Sizzlers 83 Green Street Upton Park, E7 8JF Tel: 020 8471 1212
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Champions League Tournament At The London Soccer dome: 31 teams turned up on what was a very cold, snowy night. Lucky for the teams and the organisers that the event was indoors nonetheless it was still FREEZING. LONDON ALEAF (pictured above) won the Champions league tournament beating Jhelum FC (3 times Muslim 5aside league winners) in a nail biting penalty shoot out Controversy unfortunately scarred the Uefa cup tournament with the eventual winners being ASIANO'S who beat Bengal Tigers in another penalty shoot out.
Beckton Season Kicking Off Friday 7th Jan see's another season kick off: With the familiar 2 tier football division (premiership & championship) hosting 122 teams we are in for another EXCITING 10 weeks. Our current CHAMPIONS seem to think that there is not another team out there that can take this crown from them.
Sports Keep It Simple Triathlon Club Triathlon is the fastest growing Olympic sport. Put a spring, swim and cycle in your step this New Year with the Keep It Simple (KIS) Tri Club at Newham Leisure Centre, Prince Regent Lane, E13. Starting 10 January, KIS is offering training sessions for all ages and abilities. Led by British Triathlon Federation qualified coaches, these sessions are a great way to get into the sport while burning off some turkey trimmings. Join the club before March 2011 and get free membership; or if youâ€&#x;re aged eight to 18 and join the Juniors your first six sessions are free. For more information call Jon on 07739 526 558 or email the club secretary at jane.triclubsecretary@gmail.com
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Memories in Newham: NewComm League Champions 2010 The inaugural season of the Newcomm Community Football League has come to an end and after 12 competitive games Abhi Javan United came out victorious.
The season had many twists and turns and the title was decided on the last game of the season. Ilford Rangers, who had dominated in the early part of the season, were up against the experiThe league was set up by Developing Minds Football enced side of Abhi Javan United. The first game beClub (DM FC) in order to tween these two teams get local people playing ended 6 – 2 to Ilford Rangfootball in a friendly yet ers, but since then Abhi competitive manner. 4 teams entered the first sea- Javan United got several son and were given the op- key players back into the squad. Amongst them was portunity to play 11 a side their star striker Ali who football in East Ham. For many of the players it was went on to score several goals in the final game. That the first opportunity for them to play 11-a-side foot- game ended with a victory to Abhi Javan United who ball with full FA rules. went on to lift the trophy.
was too great for us but we had fun along the The season also brought to way.” the forefront the talents of several players. Ali went The season brought toon to secure the golden gether people from difboot for scoring 16 times ferent communities and over the season but youngdifferent age groups to sters Arman and Naz also impressed by each scoring share a common interest. 14 times. Goalkeeper An- Some special rules were introduced for the league tony Piper made several crucial saves and went on such as a „no swearing to win the best goalkeeper rule‟ which allowed award. teams to play in a Ilford Rangers left winger, friendly environment. The league also allowed Fayaz, stated “it was a teams and players to gain good opportunity for my team to play with full some experience and to rules. In the end the exgo on and progress their perience of the opposition footballing adventure. Players from Newham AllStars and East London United have decided to combine forces and enter a team into the East London and Essex League. Season 2: will be starting in April. Any teams interested in taking part, please do contact DM FC (07515789068)
NMO are looking for volunteers who wish to make a positive difference in Newham. Our main aim is to see walls being broken down, those walls that we have built in our hearts and minds. Please email us with any feedback: info.nmo@gmail.com
We are on the web: www.newhammuslimorganisations.com Website still under construction!