hodman Posted April 13, 2006 Assalamu Alaikum [greetings of peace] MAS Convention Starts Tomorrow Thousands of Minnesota Muslims breathlessly await the start of the MAS convention tomorrow. The convention will feature over 60 lectures in English, Arabic, Somali & Oromo; a film festival and entertainment session. Over 55 vendors will be present in the bazaar with a large selection of items. A professional daycare including a Kids Carnival will be available for the children. An unofficial program schedule is now available online!!! Have you registered yet? Last day for online registration is TODAY at 5PM. So Register Now So You Don't Have To Wait On The Long Line At The Convention!!! You can register at www.MASmn.org A Few Reasons To Attend The MAS Convention Attending the convention on April fourteen, Will surely leave you with higher deen. Imam Mahid Bray of the Freedom Foundation, Promotes human rights through conversation. Dr. Ahmed Shahin is a great scholar, He’ll leave you breathless and in a holler. If you want to be truly inspired, Hearing Sheikh Sayyid Mitwally AlSharqawi speak is required. Farheen Hakeem is an amazing speaker, She will tell you the history of the oppressor. Sheikh Hassan Jamee is an attorney, He’ll intrigue you by taking you on a journey. Whether you speak Arabic, Oromo, English or Somali, Come listen to Johari, AbdiNasir & Elbenni. If you want experience and activism in practice, Dr. Souheil Ghannouchi is as sharp as a cactus. Have some fun and stand on your toes, The entertainment session and comedy show you will not oppose! ____________________________________________________________ 3rd Annual MAS Minnesota Convention By the grace and mercy of Allah, the Muslim American Society announces the 3rd Annual MAS Minnesota Convention to be held on April 14-16, 2006 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. The theme of the convention is “American Muslims: Divine Guidance & Contemporary Challengesâ€. Click here for more information. The MAS convention will feature a basketball tournament for young men. The championship title and other prizes will be awarded to the winning teams! Sign up your team today! The list of visiting Sheikhs and speakers include: · Sheikh AbdiNasir Haji Hassan Visiting scholar from Kenya · Imam AbdulMalik Johari Chaplain; Georgetown University · Dr. Ekram Beshir Author & parenting expert · Sheikh. Muhammad Garyare Visiting scholar from Canada · Dr. Reda Beshir Renowned speaker & author · Dr. Souheil Ghannouchi Executive Director; MAS · Imam Mahdy Bray Executive Director; MAS Freedom Foundation · Sheikh Ahmed Elkhaldy Imam; Cedar Rapids Masjid · Plus many many local speakers In addition many prominent political leaders are scheduled to participate in the MAS convention. A partial list of those who have confirmed are listed below: · Mike Hatch MN Attorney General Candidate for Minnesota Governor (Democrat) · Mary Kiffmeyer MN Secretary of State (Republican) · Chas Anderson Deputy Education Commissioner; MN Department of Education · Keith Ellison MN Representative Candidate for Congress – Minneapolis (Democrat) · Coleen Rowley Candidate for Congress – CD2 (Democrat) · Jeff Johnson Candidate for MN Attorney General (Republican) · Connie Bernardy MN Representative - Blaine (Democrat) We hope this year to continue building from the successes of the previous two years. Alhamdulillah, last year's convention welcomed over 2200 attendees. It featured thirty eight lectures and seminars in four languages (English, Arabic, Somali and Oromo), including a concurrent youth program and a special women's program. Over 45 vendors participated in the bazaar. Click here to see a photo album of our previous convention. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information or to provide advice. Please send suggestions to 651-457-7170 or info@masmn.org. Hundreds of people have already registered. Register Today!! Sincerely, The Convention Planning Committee 3rd Annual MAS Minnesota Convention “American Muslims: Divine Guidance & Contemporary Challenges†__________________________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
