Mubarak Mosque Chantilly, VA USA

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1 Volume 4 Issue 4 Oct-Dec Mubarak Mosque Chantilly, VA USA

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3 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Nawa`e Waqfe Nau A Quarterly Publication of National Waqfe Nau Department - USA Ameer Jama`at USA Dr. Ahsanullah Zafar Na ib Ameer & Missionary In- Charge Maulana Naseem Mahdi National Secretary Waqfe Nau Hafiz Samiullah Chaudhary Chief Editor Imran Jattala Editors Mansoor Ahmad Madiha Qureshi In This Issue Al-Quran 4 Hadith 5 Friday Sermon 6-7 Writings of the Promised Messiah (as) 8 Chicago Regional Waqfe Nau Ijtema Report 9 PA/NJ Regional Waqfe Nau Ijtema Report Head Quarters Regional Waqfe Nau Ijtema Report Jamia Trip Advertisement 14 Hazoor s Message in Japan 15 Upcoming Events 16 Please send any information, comments, suggestions or articles regarding Waqfe Nau To: wnnewsletter@waqfenau.us Online Waqfe Nau Classes

4 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 4 Al-Quran 2. Whatever is in the heavens and the earth glorifies Allah: and He is the Mighty the Wise. 3. His is the kingdom of the heavens and the earth; He gives life and He causes death; and He has power over all things. 4. He is the First and the Last, and the Manifest and the Hidden, and He knows all things full well. 5. He it is Who created the heavens and the earth in six periods, then He settled Himself on the Throne. He knows what enters the earth and what comes out of it, and what comes down from heaven and what goes up into it. And He is with you wheresoever you may be. And Allah sees all that you do. 6. His is the kingdom of the heavens and the earth; and to Allah are all affairs referred. 7. He causes the night to pass into the day and causes the day to pass into the night; and He knows full well all that is in the breasts. 8. Believe in Allah and His Messenger, and spend in the way of Allah out of that to which He has made you heirs. And those of you who believe and spend will have a great reward. Chapter 57: 2-8

5 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 5 Al-Hadith Try to Remove Evil Narrated by Hadrat Abu Sa id, Allah be pleased with him: I heard the Prophet of Allah (peace be on him and the blessings of Allah) say: Whoever of you sees something repugnant to morals or faith, he should change it by his hand. If he has not the strength to do so, then by the word of mouth. And if he cannot do so, then dislike it at heard ( and endeavor to reform through prayer), but he would say that this was the weakest of faith.

6 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 6 Hadhrat Khalifatul Masih V ABA s Friday Sermon Summary Friday Sermon: The Essence of Being a True Ahmadi Muslim Delivered by Hadhrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad ABA, the Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community on October 9, 2015 On 9th October 2015, Hazrat Khalifatul-Masih V (May Allāh be his Helper) delivered the Friday Sermon at Masjid Nur, Nunspeet, Holland. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) said that most Ahmadīs in Holland are either born Ahmadīs or those whose parents accepted Ahmadiyyat while they were still young, and they have been allowed to stay in this country because of the adverse condition in Pakistan. This has brought about a positive change in their circumstances. Since all this is through the blessing of the Jamā at, they should be cognizant of this favour and realize their responsibilities in this regard. In order to do so, it is essential to read carefully the writings and sayings of the Promised Messiah and to act upon them. It is likewise essential to learn about the life and holy character of the Promised Messiah. As gratitude for the positive change in their circumstances, they should try to bring about extraordinary transformation in their lives and teach your children to do the same. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) said that old Ahmadīs should also present a good example so that they don t become the means to mislead others and so that new Ahmadīs should not complain about the character of old Ahmadīs. Keep attached to the teachings of Ahmadiyyat and the pledge of Bai at and become strongly attached to the Jamā at and have a sincere and devotional relationship with Khilāfat. Those who have believed in the Promised Messiah with full conviction are showing lofty examples. They reflect on the pledge and the conditions of Bai at and write fervent letters to me. We should all reflect over our conditions and try to understand the meaning of Bai at and try to act upon it. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) said: Today I will present some extracts from the writings of the Promised Messiah. The tenth condition of the Bai at reads: That he/she shall enter into a bond of brotherhood with this humble servant of God, pledging obedience to me in everything good for the sake of God, and remain faithful to it until the day of his/her death. That he/she shall exert such a high devotion in the observance of this bond as is not to be found in any other worldly relationship and connection that demand devoted dutifulness. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) said that in these words the Promised Messiah has described the way to love for the sake of God and has required obedience in ma ruf. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) said that all the Promised Messiah s injunctions fell under the purview of ma ruf. These words make us responsible to establish a relationship of devotion, sincerity and fidelity and take it to higher and higher levels. One can only truly obey if one has knowledge. Therefore we should strive to read the Promised Messiah s writings and sayings and then act upon them. And we must establish such a relationship with him as has no equal in this world. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) said that in view of the gratitude we owe to the Promised Messiah for the great zeal he had for our spiritual training and all the means he used to bring this about, we ought to obey him and also establish a relationship of sincerity and love with Khilāfat. Let us not rest content with verbal professions but strive to bring about inner transformation. Let us strive for inner purity. Let us offer prayers and supplicate and give in charity. Let us employ all these means in a powerful effort to establish a relationship with God. Let us employ our reason and make full effort to find God. But for this to happen it is essential to have a true and sincere relationship with the Promised Messiah and with Khilāfat. We should watch MTA, listen to the sermons, and teach our children of their importance. The Promised Messiah says that in order to establish a relationships with God it is essential to gain knowledge and to spread this message. When we spread this message, we will also become mindful of reforming ourselves. Recently when I made a speech at the inauguration of a mosque, a lady guest said that what the Khalīfa has said is very good, but it remains to be seen whether his followers act upon them or not. Hence people s eyes are on us. Let us bring about inner transformation. Let us become one with Khilāfat. We are fortunate that in this age God has brought about innovations that have made the task of Da wat Ilallāh very easy. Let us make use of TV and internet. One means of the unity of Ahmadiyyat is through association with MTA. May Allāh enable every Ahmadī in every household to make full use of it. At the end of the sermon, Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) informed the Jamā at of the sad demise of Hafiz Muhammad Iqbal Ahmad Warraich, missionary and secretary of the Yak-

7 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 7 Hadhrat Khalifatul Masih V ABA s Friday Sermon Summary Continued... sad Yatam Committee. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) led his funeral prayer in absentia after the Friday prayer. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) also appealed to the Jamā at to pray for the early release of his brother Tāhir Mahdī Imtiaz Ahmad Waraich and other Ahmadīs who are imprisoned in Pakistan. Friday Sermon synopsis by: Ch. Hameedullah, Wakīl A lā, Tahrīk Jadīd Anjuman Ahmadiyya Pakistan Dated: October 15, 2015 Friday Sermon: The Promised Messiah and True Islam Delivered by Hadhrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad ABA, the Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community on December On 11th December 2015, Hazrat Khalīfatul-Masīh V (May Allāh be his Helper) delivered the Friday Sermon at Baitul Futūh Mosque, London. In this sermon Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) addressed the objection raised by people of other faiths that the teachings regarding Jihad and other strict commandments contained in the teaching of Islām are responsible for extremism or inclination towards extremism among its adherents. They say that just as people of other religions have modified their teaching in keeping with the demands of the age and the conditions, there is a similar need to adapt the teachings of the Holy Qur ān. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) said these statements prove that the teachings of those religions are no longer the teachings of God and have become the teachings of mortals, because God did not promise to safeguard those teachings, whereas with regard to the Holy Qur ān He says, Verily, We Ourself have sent down this Exhortation, and most surely We will be its Guardian. Accordingly, he provided the means for its safeguarding. This verse clearly shows that there will be a people who will want to wipe the Holy Qur ān off the face of the earth, but God will safeguard it by sending a chosen one from heaven. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) said that Islām teaches peace and harmony, and we need to demonstrate these qualities to the world in the light of the Holy Qur ān. We have to tell the critics that their claiming, without any knowledge, that the Holy Qur ān teaches extremism and that this is why its believers become extremists, is rooted in their own ignorance and naivety. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) said that today it is of vital importance that we show to the world the pristine face of Islām, and it is the work of every Ahmadī to convey this message to people of every level and every disposition. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) cited some verses which demonstrate the beauty of the Holy Qur ān s teaching of peace. The Promised Messiah says that the Holy Qur ān contains the clear injunction not to raise arms for spreading the faith and to draw people towards you through your own good example. Do not think that in the beginning Muslims were commanded to raise arms for the faith, for then the swords were not raised for the spreading the faith but as defence against the enemy or for the establishment of peace. Coercion in the name of religion was never the intent. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) said that it is the duty of every Ahmadī to gain knowledge of the Holy Qur ān in order to demonstrate the inherent excellences of Islām and to attract people through our good example. It is through such knowledge and deeds that, as servants of the Promised Messiah, we can take part in the safeguarding of the Holy Qur ān and Islām in this age and telling the world that true peace can only be established through the Holy Qur ān. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) read out some verses of the Holy Qur ān with regard to peace and harmony and said that only Islām can guarantee peace in the world, and that it is only the Holy Qur ān that teaches peace and opposes extremism. The need is to acquire its knowledge and to practice it. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) said that the correct interpretation of the Holy Qur ān is important in terms of safeguarding its contextual aspect. Allāh has sent the Promised Messiah in this age and has chosen us for this task by giving us the opportunity to accept him. Thus it is the responsibility of every Ahmadī to spread this beautiful teaching in the world. The world is standing on the edge of a pit of fire, and at such a time it is the duty of all Ahmadīs to save the world from this fire and to work towards peace and harmony. To achieve this purpose it is vital to establish a special relationship with God, to obey him, and to become righteous. Only in this way can we bring about security for our future generations and for the world. At the end of the sermon Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) informed the Jamā at of the sad demise of Inayatullah Ahmadī Sahib, retired missionary, and led his funeral prayer after the Jumu a prayers. Huzoor (May Allāh be his Helper) also offered the funeral prayer in absentia of Maulvi Bashir Ahmadī Sahib, dervish, of Qādiān, and of Syda Qanita Begum of Orissa, India (Hameedullah) Wakīl A lā, Tahrīk Jadīd Anjuman Ahmadiyya Pakistan, Dated: 17 December 2015

8 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 8 Writings of the Promised Messiah (as) The Holy Prophet (saw) David, on whom be peace, affirmed the greatness and grandeur of the Holy Prophet, may peace and blessings of Allah be on him, when he said in Psalm 45: You indeed are far more handsome than the sons of men. Charm has been poured out upon your lips. That is why God has blessed you till eternity. Gird your sword (upon) your thigh, O mighty one, (With) your dignity and your splendor. And in your splendor go proceed to victory. Ride in the cause of truth with humility and righteousness, And your right hand will instruct you in fear-inspiring things. (Surma Chishm Arya: Roohani Khaza in, Vol. 2, p ) Take note how the Holy Prophet of Islam remained resolute and steadfast in his claim to prophethood from beginning to end in the face of thousands of dangers and a multitude of enemies and threatening opponents. For years on end he endured such hardships and sufferings as increased from day to day; enough to make one despair of success. It is inconceivable for a man with ulterior wordly motives to have shown such prolonged and steadfast endurance. Not only that, by putting forth his claim to prophethood, he even lost the support he previously enjoyed. The price he had to pay for his one claim was to confront a hundred thousand contentions and invite a multitude of calamities to befall upon his head. He was exalted from his homeland; pursued with intent to murder; his home and belongings were destroyed. Several attempts were made on his life by poisoning. Those who were his well-wishers began to harbor ill for him. Friends turned into foes. For an age which seemed eternity he braved such hardships as are beyond a pretender and impostor to suffer through. (Braheen Ahmadiyya: Roohani Khaza in, Vol. 1, p. 108)

9 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 9 Chicago Metro / Wisconsin Regional Waqfe-Nau Ijtema Report October 17, 2015 Alhamdulillah on Oct 17 th, 2015 the the Regional Waqfe-Nau ijtema took place at Baitul Qadir Mosque Milwaukee WI. Following registration and breakfast the program started with the recitation of the Holy Quran and Urdu poem followed by the welcome note by Nasirullah Ahmed sb. president Milwaukee Jamaat and program overview by the Regional Secretaries Mohammad Azhar Ahmad Sahib. This was followed by address by the National Waqfe-Nau sec Hafiz Samiullah Chaudhry sb. In which Hafiz sahib expounded upon the significance of learning syllabus, and learning Urdu and how parents can start teaching Urdu when the kids finish Qaidah Yassarnal Quran. Inaugural session ended with Dua. Session with Waqfeen children under the age of 5 years was conducted on the men side in which Waqfeen and Waqifat presented surahs, dua and urdu poem. The second session started off with academic competitions for the ages of 5 to 16. Then lunch was served followed by Salaat. group Photo session followed by letter to Huzoor (aba) in which Waqfeen wrote letter to our dear Khalifa. Which is followed by fun activity in which all Waqfeen had a chance to participate in some fun activities. Then Final Session began with a short presentation about ANN Atfal News Network. The Waqfeen were given awards and chocolates for the academic competitions. By Allah s grace and mercy our program ended successfully on time. We had an attendance of 35 Waqfe-Nau boys, 38 Waqfe-Nau girls, a total of 120 members, and 7 out of 8 Jamaats participated. Our ijtema ended with Dua lead by the National Secretary Waqfe-Nau. Hafiz Samiullah sb.

10 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 10 Regional WaqfeNau Ijtimā West Midwest Region October, 17, 2015 Waqifat-e Nau Chicago Northwest portion Report Regional Waqf-e-Nau Ijtema was held at Bait-ul Qadir mosque, Milwaukee. It was a combined Ijtema of Wisconsin Region and Chicago Metro Region. Waq-e-feen from 6 Majalis attended this event. Namely: Chicago Northwest, Chicago Southwest, Oshkosh, Zion, Milwaukee, and Bloomington. Information about Regional Ijteam and venue was received a month prior to Ijtema from Regional Waqf-e- Nua Secretary Mohammad Laiquddin Sahib. As Waqifat-e-Nau classes are regularly commencing in our majlis, our Muavina waqifat-e-nau started working diligently with all waqifat to prepare them for this upcoming Ijtema. Chicago Northwest majlis was also appointed the responsibility of a nazm and to prepare a panel discussion for the Ijtema. One of our older Waqifah was assigned to prepare all waqifat for the nazm. She also worked alongside Mauvina Waqifate Nau to select a topic and appoint waqifat for the panel discussion. We also sent a lot of reminders to all waqifat and parents so that they register on time fr the event. As the Ijtema was at Bait-ul-Qadir mosque in Milwaukee, we also arranged for the transportation of all the waqifat. Several vans and cars were assigned to carpool waqifat and their mothers to the event. Alhamdulillah, 12 out of 15 of our Nasirat were present at the Ijtema. Ijtema started with a combined session of all waqifeen.after the recitation and translation of Holy Quran and a nazm, a welcome speech was delivered by Secretary Waqf-e-Nau Chicago Metro Region Mohammad Azhar Sahib. Alhamdulillah, our National Secretary Waqf-e-Nau respected Hafiz Samiullah Sahib was in attendance and delivered a very insightful speech regarding Waqf-e-Nau parents and their responsibilities. In his speech he also stressed the point of importance of teaching Urdu to our Waqifeen., 10 out of 12 Waqifat present from Chicago Northwest majlis participated in the competitions along with the waqifat from both the regions. The competitions continued till Zuhr and Asr combined prayers and lunch break. After the break the separate session of Waqifat continued and Chicago Northwest Waqifat presented a panel discussion on the topic of Importance of being a Waqifah. Panel discussion was moder-

11 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 11 Regional WaqfeNau Ijtimā Chicago Northwest October, 17, 2015 Waqifat-e Nau portion (Cont d) ated by older waqifah from our Majlis and on panel waqifat age 9-14 took part in a very engaging and interesting discussion. The panel discussed what does being a Waqf-e-Nua child means, history of the blessed scheme and responsibilities of being a Waqifah. Alhamdulillah, the discussion was enjoyed by both the mothers and the Waqifat, and everyone participated with interesting comments and insightful questions. After the panel discussion the concluding combined session started with Chicago Northwest Waqifat presenting reciting nazm (from women side through microphone) Hum Waqifat-e-Nua hain, Dunya fatah karein gay. An English translation of the poem was also presented. After a short message of Secretary Waqf-e-Nau Wisconsin Region Mohammad Laiquddin Sahib, concluding address was delivered by respected Hafiz Samiullah Sahib. We were fortunate that Bibi Amatul Salam, who is granddaughter of Hazrat Mir Mohammad Ishaq Sahib (ra) was also present on the occasion. Waqifat received their awards with prayers from Bibi Amatul Salam Sahiba. Alhamdulillah all 11 waqifat from Chicago Northwest received one of three top awards in their age category. The list is as follow: Shumaila Zakria First Position ( age12-13 ) Sayeda Sabahat First Position (age 11-12) Alina Akhtar Second Position (age 11-12) Kashmala Ahmad Third Position (age 10-11) Saeeda Waseema First Position (age 9-10) Palwasha Ahmad Third Position (age 9-10) Sabika Akhtar First Position (age 8-9) Luna Mir First Position (age 6-7) Eesha ahmad First Position (age 5-6) Sayeda Malahat First Position (age less than 5) The Ijtema ended with combined silent Prayers.

12 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 12 PA/NJ Regional Waqfe Nau Ijtema November 7th 2015 Willingboro, New Jersey, Al-Nasr Mosque The Combined Pennsylvania and New Jersey Regional Waqfe Nau Ijtema was held on November 7, 2015 at Al- Nasr Mosque, in Willingboro New Jersey. About people attended this Ijtema of which 89 were Waqifeen-e-Nau. We were honored to have present National Waqfe Nau Sec. Hafiz Samiullah Chaudhry Sahib. The first session began with Talawat by Hisham Ahmad and Nazm by Masroor Ahmad and Translation by Farhan Mabroor Ahmad. Next, the welcoming address was given by Willingboro President, Farooq Padder Sahib. Next, there was a session for children under 5 years to present any new thing the Waqafeen have memorized; medals were presented with the Yasanal Quran and chocolates. Next, Opening address was given by Hafiz Samiullah Chaudhry Sahib. Next, the second session for academic competitions for ages 5-17 years began. Educational competitions in all the age groups were being held separately for boys and girls and were done simultaneously. All the competitions went smoothly. MashAllah.

13 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 13 PA/NJ Regional WaqfeNau Ijtema Continued... After lunch and Salat, a group photograph was taken of the Waqifeen, fathers and honored guests with Hafiz Samiullah Chaudhry Sahib. Next, Waqifaat 18 and above were given 30 minutes time to do their presentations separately. Waqifaat Presentations: Presentation by Sithra Ghazala Chaudhary on topic of What Hazoor (atba) desires from a Waqfe Nau?, Presentation by Adeeba Sadaaf Ahmad on topic of How to fulfill the responsibilities of a Waqfe Nau?. Waqfe Nau Boys Presentations: Presentation by Mubaraiz Ahmad on topic of Why we need to do the re-dedication? After the presentations, we began the Urdu workshop by Hafiz Samiullah Sahib. Next, rededication workshop was conducted by Assistant National Secretary, Mahmood Hanif Sahib. He conducted the quiz in his workshop. Special prizes were given to Waqfeen upon their right answers. Near the end, the prize distribution ceremony was held and prizes were given for various competitions to the Waqifeen by Hafiz Samiullah Sahib on the men s side and prizes were distributed to the Waqifaat on the women s side by Taseen Padder Sahiba. The ziafat team prepared very delicious food for our ijtema attendees. Everyone liked the food. The Ijtema program ended with Dua. Report submitted by: By Mansoor Ahmad PA Regional Waqfe Nau Secretary

14 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 14 Head Quarters Regional WaqfeNau Ijtema November 14th 2015 Mubarak Mosque Chantilly VA By Dr. Faheem Ahmed, Regional Secretary HQ Region Alhamdu Lillah, three WN HQ regions had combined WN Ijtema at Mubarak mosque in Chantilly VA on Saturday Nov. 14, Here is brief report of various activities. Waqfeen, Waqifaat and parents started coming Masjid Mubarak, around 10 am. Separate breakfast arrangements were made for Lajna and Men sides Ijtema Program started around am. National Sec. WN, Hafiz Sami Ullah Sahib presided the session. After recitation of the Holy Quran, Poem and brief welcome note of Dr. Faheem Ahmed sahib, Regional Sec. WN, National Sec. WN Hafiz Sami Ullah Sahib addressed both Waqfeen and Waqfaat. Local missionary Rizwan Khan Sahib also briefly addressed the audience and led in silent prayer. Hafiz sahib conducted under 5 waqfeen & Waqfaat presentations and gave them chocolates. About 15 under 5 Waqfeen and Waqfaat participated. Three WN Regions Maryland, Northern VA/DC and SVA participated in Ijtema NVA, CVA, Washington DC, SVA, Silver Spring, Laurel, Potomac, and Baltimore Jamats participated Central VA was host jamat for this ijtema, however other regional and local WN secretaries, equally helped to make this Ijtema successful Waqfeen and Waqfaat had separate competitions as directed by Mansoor Ahmad Sahib. Waqfeen side competitions and prize were organized by Hameed Ch. Sahib, Regional Sec. of Maryland and Ijaz Qamar Sahib Regional Sec. SVA, while Waqfaat side activities were led by sister Zahida Choudhary Sahiba, Muavana WN of CVA Jamat Dr. Muhammad Zafarullah Khan Sahib, Assistant Sec. WN gave presentation on learning Urdu. In afternoon session, Waqifaat and Waqfeen had separate presentations for about half an hour

15 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 15 HQ Regional WaqfeNau Ijtema Continued... At the end, Hafiz Sami Ullah Sahib distributed prizes and gave concluding address and Ijtema program ended by silent prayer by Missionary Rizwan Khan Sahib around 4:00 pm. Lunch was prepared by local Ziafat team, led by Tahir Ch. Sahib and Mirza Abdul Jabar Sahib Attendance from the Lajna side was 148, which includes 65 mothers and 83 Waqifaat and siblings. On Waqfeen side around 80 Waqfeen and siblings and about 75 /100 parents and other guest participated. Some guests attended part of the program. National Sec. WN, Hafiz Sami Ullah Sahib had separate, very interactive meeting with fathers to discuss different Waqfe Nau related issues. Overall attendance was about 300 to 325, but regardless the exact count, I believe this ijtema was very helpful to motivate the waqfeen and Waqfat for their waqif and also to remind parents their responsibilities. May Allah bless all who participated and make them beneficial fruits of Jamat of Massihe Maud (AS).Ameen Report submitted by Dr. Faheem Ahmed Regional Sec. WN

16 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 16 Waqifat Corner Short supplemental Ijtimā reports West Midwest Waqfe Nau Regional Ijtema: October 17, 2015: A West Midwest Regional Waqf-e-Nau Ijtema was held at Bait-ul Qadir Mosque, Milwaukee. Waqifat from 6 Majaalis attended this event: Chicago Northwest, Chicago Southwest, Oshkosh, Zion, Milwaukee, and Bloomington. Local Muavina Waqifat-e-Nau worked diligently with all Waqifat to prepare them for the Ijtema. Various educational competitions were held according to age group from 5 to 17: Holy Qur'an, Hadith, Prayers, Nazm, Attributes of Allah, Salat, and Religious Knowledge. The total attendance from the Lajna side was 65, which includes 38 Waqifat and 25 mothers/siblings. Chicago Northwest Waqifat ages 9 to 14 presented a panel discussion on the topic of The Importance of being a Waqifah, which was moderated by an older Waqifah. It was a very engaging and interesting discussion. PA/NJ Regional Waqfe Nau Regional Ijtema: On November 7, 2015, Regional Waqf-e-Nau Ijtema was held at Al-Nasr Mosque Willingboro, NJ. Waqifat participated in the competitions with great zeal. The competitions were divided by age groups, varying from ages 5-17 years. Waqifaat Presentations: Two older Waqifat made presentations on the following topics:

17 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 17 Waqifat Corner short Ijtimā reports (cont d.) What Hazoor (atba) desires from a Waqfe Nau? How to fulfill the responsibilities of a Waqfe Nau? MD/VA/DC Regional Waqfe Nau Ijtema: Alhamdolillah, the central region had a very successful WN Ijtema on November 14, 2015 at Masjid Mubarak in Virginia. The total attendance from the Lajna side was 148, which includes 83 Waqifat and 65 mothers/siblings. All the Waqifat according to their age groups participated in competitions, which included recitation of the Holy Qur'an, Hadith, Poems, Attributes of Allah and Prayers. The highlight of the Ijtema was an informative presentation prepared by Waqifat who attended the 1st National Waqifat Camp in NY. They shared their experience and found the event to be spiritually uplifting. South Region - Waqfe Nau Ijtema: December 12, 2015: The South Regional Waqf-e- Nau Ijtema was held at Bait-us-Samee Mosque Houston, TX. About 40 Waqifat from six Majaalis attended this event: Houston Cypress, Houston North, Houston South, Austin, Dallas and Fort Worth. The competitions were divided by age groups, varying from ages 5-17 years and all Waqifaat participated in the competitions with great zeal. Waqifaat Presentations: Two older Waqifat made presentations on the following topics: My Responsibility as a Waqifah by full filling Hazrat Khalifatul Masih's expectations from Waqfeen My Experience of the First National Waqifat Camp The presentation by an older Waqifah from Houston North " My Responsibility as a Waqifah by full filling Hazrat Khalifatul Masih's expectations from Waqfeen" was the highlight of the Ijtema, where she took points from Huzoor -e-anwar's khutbas and classes. She also gave examples of women who were recognized because of their sacrifices in Islam. Muavina Waqifat of the Regions were actively involved with their Waqifat preparation and mothers were really appreciative for this. Attendance and participation from the Waqifat side has improved from the previous year. Alhamdolillah!

18 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 18 WAQFE NAU BOYS ANNUAL TRIP TO JAMIA AHMADIYYA, CANADA Register online at APRIL 8-10, 2016 (FRI - SUN) Experience a full day at the Jamia along with sports competitions and sightseeing APPLY FOR ADMISSION TO JAMIA AHMADIYYA, CANADA Jamia Ahmadiyya Canada is seeking US applicants for admission into the 7- year Shahid degree program beginning in fall, The applicants for admission must fulfill the following prerequisites: The applicant must be between 17 and 20 years of age. The applicant must have finished high school. The applicant must apply for Waqfe Zindagi (life dedication) also. The applicant must be able to recite the Holy Quran correctly. For detailed information, please contact info@jamiaahmadiyya.ca or call (706) Hafiz Samiullah Chaudhary National Secretary Waqfe Nau, USA

19 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 19 Hazoor Delivers Message of True Islam in Japan Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad conducts various media interviews in Japan During his recent visit to Japan, the World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa (Caliph), His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad held interviews with Japanese media outlets: Asahi newspaper, Chugai Nippou newspaper, Chukyo TV and the Shingetsu news agency. In the interviews, His Holiness was asked about various Islamic teachings; about the inauguration of the Baitul Ahad Mosque and about the increasing conflicts in the world, particularly in light of the recent Paris terrorist attacks. Asked by ChukyoTV about the inauguration of the Baitul Ahad Mosque, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad said: Just to physically construct a Mosque is not enough, rather the true purposes of a Mosque will only be fulfilled when it is used for the worship of the One God, to discharge a person s duties to others and to spread the true and peaceful teachings of Islām Asked by ChukyoTV about the recent terrorist attacks in Paris, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad said: The recent terrorist attacks in Paris can only be condemned in the strongest possible terms. It can only be classed as extreme cruelty and barbaric. Groups like ISIS or other terrorist groups are acting completely against the teachings of Islam because Islam invokes nothing but peace and love rather than brutality and injustice. All such terrorist groups are achieving is to defame the name of Islam. - Asked by the Shingetsu news agency about the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community s hopes for Japan, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad said: Weare a missionary organisation and so our task is to preach the true teachings of Islam. I have seen that the Japanese people are quite pious and have good etiquettes and so I am not pessimistic. I believe that one day many Japanese people will accept Islam. In an interview with Chugai Nippou, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad was asked what measures could be taken to curb extremism and terrorism. Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad said: It is necessary that the authorities remain vigilant to the threat of terrorism and extremism. I have been calling for this for a very long time. In an interview with Asahi newspaper, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad was asked what message he sought to convey to the Japanese nation and people. Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad said: The world is moving towards another world war and the Japanese people know better than others the devastating consequences of warfare. Thus, as a nation Japan should seek to establish peace in the world and to bring an end to all forms of conflict.

20 Waqfe Nau Newsletter USA Page 20 THREE PRIORITY ACTION ITEMS FOR LOCAL, REGIONAL SECRETARY WAQFE NAU AND MUA`WINA SADR LAJNA FOR WAQIFAA`TE NAU Update Waqfe Nau Tajneed with care & extreme responsibility. 2. Rededication for age 15 and above with the help of Parents, President Sahib & Murrabi Sahib. For Waqifaat with the help of Lajna. 3. Gauging the progress of syllabus learning and online testing Waqfe Nau USA Upcoming National and Regional Events 1ST QUARTER 2016 Jan 31 Sun. Regional Waqfe Nau Ijtema at Miami, FL FLORIDA Region Feb 13 Sat. Regional WN Ijtema at Baituz Zafar, NY NY METRO Region Feb 27 Sat. Regional Waqfe Nau Ijtema at San Jose, CA NORTHWEST Feb 28 Sun Regional WN Ijtema at LA Metro Area, CA SOUTHWEST Mar 05 Sat. Jamia Awareness Programs Baitur Rahman MD-PA Regional Mar 06 Sun. Jamia Awareness Programs Masjid Mubarak VA-DC Regional Mar 19 Sat. Jamia Awareness Programs Philadelphia PA-NJ Regional Mar 20 Sun. Jamia Awareness Programs New York NY-NJ Regional Editor s Note All Regional and Local Waqfe Nau Secretaries We are looking for extra talented Waqfe Nau and their extra curricular activities or educational achievements. Please send us the picture of the Waqfe Nau with the details of his/her achievement at wnnewsletter@waqfenau.us. PLEASE SEND PICTURES AND REPORTS OF REGIONAL IJTEMAS OR ANY AC- TIVITIES RELATED TO WAQFE NAU AT wnnewsletter@waqfenau.us Please encourage Waqifeene Nau & Waqifaate Nau to submit content for this newsletter. Love For All Hatred For None