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Maintaining the Islamic Center: A Sacred Responsibility The Islamic Center in Stillwater stands as more than just a building in our community; it is a house of worship, a place of learning, and a sanctuary where believers gather to strengthen their faith and connection with Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’aala. Yet, as we walk through its…
Saturday, November 29, 2025, marked the publication of my 100th weekly article in the Stillwater News Press (SNP), a milestone that fills me with gratitude and joy. For one hundred consecutive weeks, I have been writing about Islam, love, unity, and solidarity, with the hope of building bridges of understanding and compassion within our community.…
It is by the blessing of Allah that the Da‘wah, Media, and Technology Group announces the launch of conveyislam.org, a new initiative to help fulfill the command of the Messenger (peace and blessings of God be upon him) to “convey from me, even if it is one verse.” Conveyislam.org is one website among many that…
One of the great blessings Allah, Subhanahu Wa Ta’aala, has bestowed upon this community is our Islamic Center—a house where His name is mentioned, where prayers are offered, and where children and adults learn about their faith. Allah reminds us, “And Cooperate in goodness and righteousness, and do not cooperate in sin and transgression. And…
Thanksgiving, at its core, is a deeply human holiday dedicated to gratitude (Shukr), unity, and shared abundance. For Muslims living in the West, this celebration resonates strongly with fundamental Islamic values. Our faith teaches us that gratitude is half of faith, and acknowledging God’s (Allah’s) blessings, both manifest and hidden, is a continuous obligation, not…
Assiddique Weekly has entered a new chapter. After years of producing a print bulletin from carefully prepared LaTeX source files, the entire project is moving to its new online home at AsSiddique.com. This step preserves everything that has been built so far while opening the door to a richer, more accessible, and more sustainable future for…
Welcome to AsSiddique Post, the online home of AsSiddique Weekly, the official bulletin of the Islamic Center in Stillwater, Oklahoma. AsSiddique Weekly revives the spirit of an earlier monthly bulletin first launched by members of AsSiddique Masjid. Although that project paused when its founders moved away from Stillwater, their efforts inspired a new generation to continue the…
This is the 25th edition of the AsSiddique Weekly. This edition marks a milestone of dedication, dialogue, and progress for our community. For the past twenty-five weeks, the AsSiddique Weekly has delivered thoughtful articles covering the Quran, the hadith, faith, science, and ethics, providing readers of all backgrounds with a window into Islamic values and…
THE recent government shutdown of assistance programs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), has placed increased pressure on local food banks, schools, and community organizations as they struggle to meet the growing need. With SNAP funding lost beginning November 1, facilities like Our Daily Bread Food and Resource Center have seen a significant rise…