Each month, with the guidance of qualified teachers, we connect scripture to the lived experience of becoming Muslim; the changes, challenges, and long-term realities. The aim is to offer converts and their companions protected time to study and reflect on what we and our families need (and what we can offer) as an emerging 'community between communities'. Family and friends are warmly invited, Muslim or not. No previous study is required.  🕊️

In our previous session, Wellbeing & Character, we turned inward. Imam Issarar introduced the Prophetic understanding of wellbeing as just balance within the self, exploring how our natural appetites, temperaments, and intellects are gifts to be directed towards a higher purpose. ⚖️

We now find ourselves in the month of Rajab, with Ramadan only seven weeks away. The teaching of inner balance naturally leads into Ramadan preparation. It is about cultivating inner order and increasing God-consciousness by learning to name, gently tame, and honour the movements of the mind, body, and soul: to realise a life of devotion beyond the shahādah.

Imam Issarar al-Azhari will continue this teaching through the Prophetic tradition, offering guidance for entering Ramadan with clarity, balance, and intention.

3:00–3:30 PM — Doors open & reception
3:30–5:30 PM — Main session (with parallel children’s programme)
5:30–6:30 PM — Meal

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