5:16 the idea that if…7:37 how do I protect my…
Family & marriageFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 15, 2025.

A loving home protects Muslim identity

Qalam

“How do I protect my children's identity?”

The khateeb, at 7:37

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In one sentence

Preserving Muslim identity requires families to build a nurturing home, stay involved in education, remain connected to the mosque, choose good companions, and monitor digital media.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Opens by appreciating family life and the blessings of a lively home.
  2. Presents parental example and a safe, loving home as the foundation of Muslim identity.
  3. Urges thoughtful school choices and daily Islamic learning alongside formal education.
  4. Encourages regular mosque connection and participation in communal life.
  5. Warns about social media, gaming, and online content before closing with prayers for families and suffering communities.
Try this week
Create a home marked by kindness, trust, honesty, prayer, and Quran reading.
Stay involved in children's schooling and supplement education with daily Islamic learning.
Attend and participate in mosque life regularly as a family.
Monitor children's friendships and discuss harmful influences.
Monitor social media, games, videos, YouTubers, and movies.
Model ihsan, or excellence, in family life, school, character, and worship.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“the idea that if you're at home and you're with your family you're with your loved ones it's meant to be noisy it's meant to be messy there's meant to be chaos”
Qalam · Carrollton, TX
Play from 5:16
“how do I protect my children's identity I protect it by creating a beautiful atmosphere at home”
Qalam · Carrollton, TX
Play from 7:37
Where it was given

The masjid

Qalam Masjid4200 International Pkwy, Carrollton, TX 75007Jumu'ah Surah Al-Kahf recitation 1:30 PM · khutbah 2:00 PM · salah 2:30 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at Qalam45 khutbahs
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