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Ramadan & fastingFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 31, 2026.

Prepare now for a transformative Ramadan

FVAMC · Khizer Ali

“Make the Qur'an your best friend in these next three weeks because we're in Sha'ban and in Ramadan.”

The khateeb, at 21:53

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In one sentence

Because Ramadan is a uniquely transformative month in which Allah makes the impossible possible, believers should prepare now by recognizing their dependence on Him, deepening their relationship with the Qur'an, making private dua, and repairing wrongs.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Preparation reveals what we value, so believers should approach Ramadan with the eagerness of the companions.
  2. Ramadan displays equality, generosity, and shared dependence on Allah beyond wealth, race, or status.
  3. Personal struggles and the companions' humility show why Ramadan should be welcomed as a month of repair.
  4. The Qur'an's revelation, Badr, the opening of Mecca, and fasting illustrate Ramadan's extraordinary blessings.
  5. Listeners are urged to prepare now through Qur'an, secluded dua, and seeking forgiveness from those they have wronged.
  6. The khutbah closes with prayers to reach Ramadan and for suffering people in Palestine, Sudan, and worldwide.
Try this week
Begin preparing for Ramadan now rather than postponing preparation.
Make time each day for the Qur'an and study it seriously.
Spend at least five minutes alone making heartfelt dua to Allah.
Seek forgiveness from people you have wronged and make amends.
Feed hungry people and give generously without restricting charity selectively.
Sources the khateeb cited
Sahih al-BukhariSupports the description of immoral practices in pre-Islamic Arabia.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Race doesn't make you better than anyone else, or the amount of money you make, it's actually your good deeds.”
FVAMC · Avon, CT
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“The only thing you need to do and I need to do is to wake up and realize how in need we are.”
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“Make the Qur'an your best friend in these next three weeks because we're in Sha'ban and in Ramadan.”
FVAMC · Avon, CT
Play from 21:53
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The imam said that how we prepare shows what we value, so we should begin preparing for Ramadan now. Ramadan brings people together as equals and reminds us that our real worth is in good deeds and dependence on Allah, not wealth, race, or status. He described four signs of Ramadan's power: the revelation of the Qur'an, the victory at Badr, the peaceful opening of Mecca, and the strength found in fasting. He encouraged us to give the Qur'an daily attention, spend at least five quiet minutes making private dua, and seek forgiveness from anyone we have wronged. He closed by praying that we reach Ramadan with faith and good health and that Allah help people suffering in Palestine, Sudan, and around the world.

  1. What is one small Qur'an habit we can start before Ramadan?
  2. When could we spend five quiet minutes making private dua?
  3. Is there someone we should apologize to or make peace with?
Where it was given

The masjid

Farmington Valley American Muslim Center35 Harris Road, Avon, CT 06001Jumu'ah 12:30 PM & 1:30 PMKhateebKhizer AliMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at FVAMC23 khutbahs
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