A Letter from an Incarcerated Brother!
A heartfelt letter from an incarcerated brother
Christopher, at Keen Mountain State Prison, deeply moved the Islamic Leadership Institute of America (ILIA) team. He is currently navigating life within the confines of the notorious level 5 facility, recently received and embraced ILIA's premiere issue of "Muslim Connector.” His heartfelt words resonate with a yearning for connection, education, and spiritual growth, creating a profound impact on the ILIA community.
Connecting through Faith
Muslim Connector, exclusively designed for inmates, seeks to foster personal growth, spiritual development, and a deeper connection to their faith. This initiative is pivotal as many inmates, located hours away from Muslim communities, face challenges in frequent visits. Functioning as a vital lifeline, Muslim Connector helps inmates stay connected with their faith and community.
Islam emphasizes unity and support for those connecting with their faith, fostering positive transformations during challenging chapters of their lives. Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) aptly said, If a person relieves a Muslim of his trouble, Allah will relieve him of his troubles on the Day of Resurrection.
Muslim Connector is more than a newsletter, it's a lifeline for those seeking redemption and self-improvement. Delivered to correctional facilities in Virginia and Maryland by ILIA, it offers various essential services, including private counseling, group halaqas, Quran reading sessions, Friday Jummah khutbah, and a new distance learning program.
Our monthly newsletter, Muslim Connector, holds the potential to significantly impact the lives of 4,000 inmates in Maryland and Virginia. By assisting inmates in finding peace and acceptance, it ensures they are equipped with educational tools to strengthen their connection with Islam.
Contributing to a Better Community
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Service Request: Chaplains at correctional facilities can complete a service request to order copies of the newsletter in print by emailing ss@islamicleadership.org
About Islamic Leadership Institute of America (ILIA): ILIA is a 501c(3) nonprofit, dedicated to youth development and leadership education across America. Our mission is to inspire and nurture responsible youth leaders, empowering them to address community needs through experiential programs, self-initiated projects, and impactful contributions. Over the years we touched the lives of over 5,000+ youth from diverse backgrounds and partnered with 200+ organizations in the public, nonprofit and private sectors. To learn more about ILIA, visit us at https://www.islamicleadership.org.
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