Welcome, Chicago Progressive Muslims!

Location
Chicago, IL 41.89-87.63 60601US
Meetups
31 so far
Rating
The Chicago Progressive Muslim Meetup Group 4.50 4.509

Assalam-alekum (Peace)

GOALS

** To encourage American Muslim engagement in the greater American society.
** To explore true and pure Islamic values of fellowship and peace, regardless of religion, sect or ethnicity.
** To help non-muslims or new muslims gain knowledge about American Islamic culture through discussion and dialogue.
** To foster a community of support among those sharing these values.

These goals will be addressed via discussions within religion and scripture, art and music, culinary and cultural events, and scientific and educational discourse pertaining to Islam and muslims. The group is not exclusive and invites muslims and non-muslim supporters to join us in building bridges between anyone who seeks guidance from the Creator and is in the quest for spiritual growth.

WHAT IS PROGRESSIVE MUSLIM

It means different things to different people, and we are not affiliated to any group. The most common definitions would include - advancing, improving, enhancing, promoting....a process towards improved conditions, or actively favoring or striving for progress towards improved conditions". Please note - although we are progressive, and like to have fun, the Group subscribes to core Islamic values.

TERMS & CONDITIONS OF JOINING

* We MUST have at least 5 attending 24 hours prior or the event is automatically cancelled.
* Obscene, vulgar, offensive or inappropriate pictures, text or material will disqualify/remove you from Membership.
* Meetups are strictly non-Alcoholic and halal/kosher.
* In order to meet the goals and maintain the quality of our Meetup Group, New Members MUST answer Required questions to qualify.
* Prayer provisions will be made whever the Event is close to prayer time, prayer however is a personal choice.
* Meetup 3-Strikes Rule: no-shows, without contacting the Organizer, for ANY 3 events that you RSVP-'Yes' will remove you from the Group.
* RSVP's will be closed 24 hours prior to the Event.
* Professional photography of member content is NOT permitted.
* Based on requirement, Terms and Conditions may be revised.

KEY ISLAMIC EVENTS 2010

Meilad un Nabi (Prophet Mohammed's* Birthday) Feb 26, 2010
Israa'/Me'raj (Prophet Mohammed's* Journey to Heavens) July 10, 2010
Lailatul-Bara'at (A Night of Salvation) July 27, 2010
1st Ramadan (Fasting Begins) August 11, 2010
Lailatul-Qadr (A Night of Blessing & Prayer) September 6, 2010
Eid-al-Fitr (Festivity, Celebrating Accomplishment of Fasting) September 10, 2010
Eid-Al-Adha (Commemoration of Prophet Abraham's* Sacrifice for God) November 16, 2010
Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year commences) December 7, 2010

* Peace upon all God's Messengers including Mohammed, Jesus, Abraham, Moses, Ishmael, Isaac and Jacob, as well as Noah, Job, Jonah, Aaron, Solomon and David.

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Where?
Downtown Chicago
Downtown
exact address TBD
Chicago, IL 60601
Who’s coming?
3 Yes / 0 Maybe
(RSVP deadline: December 10, 2009 7:00 PM)

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REGISTRATION
Registration Cost $3.00 covers the cost of materials and validates contact information through Eventbee/PayPal. Note: Online Registration required, please use the link provided: http://www.eventbee.c... Read more

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What members are saying

 It is a great and interactive way to discuss the Qur'an in a friendly, open and social environment. 

Mir Ali

 First impressions are the most lasting and I had an enjoyable first impression. I look forward to participating in more meet ups in the future inshallah. ... 

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What's new?

  • Dec 6
  • Dec 4
    • New member
      “We came to the Nov meeting and thought it was very interesting and want to come again.”
    • New member
      “I am interested in the definition of "progressive muslims"”
  • Dec 3
    • New Greeting for
      “Thanks for joining. I might take up your suggestion of organizing an online event that could get people from all over. Worth trying, will definitely look into it -:)”
      posted by feis
    • New member
      “To learn more and to communicate.”
  • Dec 2
    • New member
      “Salaam, I am Subhan.”
    • New member
      “To meet other Muslims in the Chicago area as I am newly reverted to Islam.”
  • Nov 29
    • New member
      “Want to meet more progressive muslims.”
    • New member
      “My family and I are new to the area and would like to find a community and friends with some like interests. We are muslim and moved here from Egypt.”
  • Nov 19
    • New member
      “I'm a Muslim from Jordan looking to interact with people with similar interests and views.”

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