Community & unityFrom the masjid's own video, Feb 27, 2026.
Every believer must help build the community
In one sentence
The Muslim community grows when every person accepts responsibility to welcome newcomers, serve the masjid, learn and teach, and contribute time, effort, intellect, and resources.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- The khutbah recalls that the ummah is renewed through Qur'an, purified hearts, unity, and service.
- The Prophet's masjid, built through collective labor, is presented as the community's beating heart rather than merely a prayer stop.
- The People of the Canopy and companions sent to teach illustrate dedicating time to learning, teaching, and serving without seeking status.
- A companion who remained at his guard post illustrates fulfilling one's duty and responsibly passing it on when needed.
- The khutbah closes by urging everyone to help build a lasting, exemplary community through practical involvement, followed by a brief 50-for-100 announcement.
Try this week
Welcome immigrants and new Muslims through personal time, effort, and practical help.
Contribute time, intellect, expertise, money, and ideas to improve the masjid and community.
Take initiative instead of waiting for others to act.
Teach and share Islam with people around you.
Consider joining the 50-for-100 monthly masjid campaign.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“This is also contribution, this is also giving, and this is subhanAllah what's lacking Alhamdulillah from the resources Allah Azza wa Jalla will provide.”
“Everyone needs to be responsible for that. We need to feel that responsibility.”
“My call to you right now is imagine. If you have the responsibility to be a pioneer where you are, in this community.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khutbah reminded us that strong Muslim communities are built by ordinary people who accept responsibility. The Ansar welcomed newcomers by sharing their homes, wealth, time, and effort. The Prophet's masjid was a living center of worship, learning, service, and community life. We are encouraged to contribute through our skills, ideas, time, money, and care for others. Even small acts of responsibility can benefit people for generations.
- What is one way our family can serve the masjid?
- What responsibility could you take without waiting for someone else?
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