muslim youth

Some people dread the thought of going to school, but for me it has always brought joy to my life. Yet, I never imagined that an experience in college would change my life, and my faith forever.

Here is a Muslim Teen's Journey towards practicing Islam and her struggles with explaining her faith to others. 

The next time you have an argument with your parents, really try to talk to them, and understand that, from their perspective, not only do they want to protect you, but they have the duty to guide you.

Our parents care for us, and we must care for them. They have been places and learned things that we should seek to understand their wisdom and not make the same mistakes. We should appreciate them.

The last time I went to Jummah, I had to keep shifting positions so I wouldn't fall asleep during the Khutbah. The Khateeb was as usual tying in his discussion of the Quran and Sunnah with the state of the Muslims in the world today.

He was like a kind friend. To two little boys (5 and 6 years old) who knew little English and were outcasts in the schoolyard, he always offered a comforting smile. To me, he seemed like an example of what a good Muslim should be. 

While the role of parents and the family is unmistakably the first in helping Muslim youth keep their Islam and practice it throughout their lives, Imams and community leaders play a role as well, we will look into example of Shabir Ally's life.