Muslims in America must build a strong community
“We can have a better appreciation for where we are in this society and what our responsibility is here.”
Muslims in America must accept their responsibility to build an established, morally strong community under Allah’s guidance through spiritual commitment, understanding, courage, and collective action.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Opens with praise of Allah and frames Islam as submission to His will.
- Argues that Muhammad established a political and community order in Medina, giving American Muslims social responsibility.
- Calls Muslims to develop moral, intellectual, and human strength amid competition and oppression.
- Uses Abraham’s sacrifice, the black stone, and human nature to discuss spiritual growth and responsibility.
- Explains Adam, Eve, and the prophet-community relationship as symbols of organized community life and progress.
- Urges scriptural study, parental engagement with public schools, and steadfastness amid social pressure before closing prayer.
In the khateeb's words
“then we can have a better appreciation for where we are in this society and what our responsibility is here”
“the prophet alone by himself cannot establish community establishment community establishment is the destination”
For the dinner table
The khateeb reminded us to be grateful for the opportunity to live our faith and gather for Jumu'ah. He encouraged us to develop moral, intellectual, and human strength as we face life's challenges. He emphasized that building community takes everyone's participation, including people supporting and working with their leaders. He also encouraged us to seek understanding, explaining that even a little understanding can ease confusion and lift a burden. His closing message was to stand firm in our values without feeling that we have to fight or growl to show strength.
- What is one way you could show moral strength at school or with friends this week?
- How could our family help build a stronger community?
- What is something about our faith you would like us to understand better together?
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