The ummah & current eventsFrom the masjid's own video, Oct 17, 2026.
Al-Aqsa calls Muslims to civic action
“Anyone who is able to vote must vote and must make sure that whoever they're voting for is standing on the right side.”
In one sentence
Al-Aqsa is central to Muslim faith and heritage, so American Muslims must strengthen their relationship with Allah, learn what is happening, and use their civic influence to stand for justice and protect it.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Opens with praise of Allah, blessings on the Prophet, and Qur'anic calls to taqwa and truthful speech.
- Explains Al-Aqsa's Qur'anic and prophetic significance through the Night Journey, the first qiblah, the prophets, and the three-mosque hadith.
- Connects current threats to Al-Aqsa, Palestine, Gaza, and the West Bank with a special responsibility for American Muslims.
- Calls listeners to build inner faith, follow the news, educate themselves, vote, and pressure politicians.
- Closes with prayers for justice, relief for oppressed Muslims, and Qur'anic recitation from Surah al-Isra.
Try this week
Strengthen one's connection with Allah and willingness to sacrifice for His sake.
Follow the news and educate oneself about developments concerning Al-Aqsa, Jerusalem, Gaza, and the West Bank.
Vote in the November election and research candidates' positions on these issues.
Call elected officials directly and pressure them to oppose annexation and abuses.
Teach children and others about Muslim history, justice, and the significance of Al-Aqsa.
Sources the khateeb cited
Quran 17:1Establishes Al-Aqsa's blessedness, the Night Journey, and a warning-and-restoration framework.
Quran 17:4-8Establishes Al-Aqsa's blessedness, the Night Journey, and a warning-and-restoration framework.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“when Umar ibn Khattab stuck to the values that he inherited from Muhammad sallallahu alayhi wa sallam this is what gives strength”
“this election anyone who is able to vote must vote and must make sure that whoever they're voting for is standing on the right side”
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