Monthly Newsletter (Golden Jubilee Number) Memon Welfare Society Saudi Arabia (MWS) Issue # 50 August 2013 EID AND GOLDEN JUBILEE OF NEWLETTER MUBARAK پوری برادری کو ميمن ويلفيئر سوسائٹی کی طرف سے عيد مبارک عيد مبارك Dear Brothers and Sisters, Eid Mubarak in advance We are pleased to bring out Golden Jubilee Number of the Newsletter of Memon Welfare Society (MWS) for the month of August 2013. Hope it will be interesting & informative to the community. Several community members have sent us their encouraging feedback after knowing about completion of 50 th month of issuance of Newsletter. In fact this was an idea of one of our newsletter committee member Mr. Nasir Ibrahim, who presented it in May 2009 to issue a monthly bulletin that could provide our community with day to day social and welfare activities of the society. The precious idea was unanimously acceded to by MWS and implemented with effect from 1 st June 2009. Al Hamdo Lillah, we have now gone across 4 years and 2 months issuing the newsletter every month regularly. All members of Newsletter Committee deserve appreciation equally. We have also received congratulations from readers and well wishers for issuing Golden Jubilee Number. No doubt, the newsletter has been a great source of updating our community with valuable and interesting information every month regularly. Newsletter Committee feels pleasure to expresses its gratitude to the entire community, particularly to it s regular readers for their kind support, cooperation and guidance through their feedbacks from time to time. As usual, we kindly request our community brothers and sisters to keep sending us their valuable advices and constructive ideas, without hesitation. Your suggestion & ideas identifying the welfare programs that can be carried out MWS to benefit our community shall be warmly welcomed. Sincerely, Newsletter Committee ***********************************************
Ramadan is departing Alhamdo Lillah, we have just completed first two parts of Holy Ramadan and last part is going on. In fact the whole month of Ramadan is a period of spiritual training wherein believe rs devote much of their time to fasting, praying, reciting the Quran, remembering God, and giving charity. May Allah almighty accept our fasting, recitation of holy Quran, prayers and all good deeds performed by us. Since Lailatul Qadr (last 10 days of Ramadan) and Eid Al fitar are falling during this month, we on behalf of Memon Jamat, express our good wishes to all community members. The significance of the last 10 days of the Ramadan cannot be expressed in few words. However because of the revealed importance of Lailatul Qadr, we the Muslims strive harder in the last ten days of Ramadan since this night could be one of the odd numbered days in these last ten (the first, third, fifth, seventh or ninth) which is the Night as better than one thousand months. Moreover, some of Muslims from various communities also perform an i'tikaf during these days: they remain in the mosque for the last ten days of the month for prayers and recitation. At the end of Ramadan, Eid for Muslims is a time of celebration but of a unique kind. It is a celebration of gratefulness to Allah by responding to His call through fasting this month. Eid for Muslims is a time when they remember the poor by giving charity before the Eid prayer so the poor can use it to enjoy on such a day what they might be missing on other days. Let us promise ourselves to be more careful and caring while dealing with our brothers in Islam as well as non Muslim, cleanse our hearts and tongues and perfect our current and onward dealings. Let us make a pledge to continue performing it for the rest of the year. May Allah almighty bless us and our families with peace, tranquillity, strong Iman, and healthy and active lives. May He give us the best of this world and the Hereafter. Ameen.
The Welfare Services of Memon Welfare Society Helping poor students for education fee Helping Community members for health care for those who cannot afford Helping in Coffin & Burial Services Helping & guiding unemployed in seeking employment Voluntarily Matrimonial services Beside above we are assisting some Madrassa by paying fees of needy students and school where the students will receive free education who cannot afford even the nominal fee. We also hold other social & welfare activities for our community such as Seminar, Families get to gather together, Career guidance sessions, evening with scholar, and also help financially and materially the victims of natural disaster such as flood in Pakistan and Earth quake etc. During last one year we have sent five shipments of used clothes for poor people in Pakistan & India. We also collect unused medicines for free medical camps organized by Pakistan welfare Society in Consulate General of Pakistan Jeddah. No doubt, Memon Welfare Society is playing a significant role by providing an opportunity to the community families to meet, greet and eat together from time to time, which is a piece of good fortune. It is worth mentioning that we have various committees to undertake their respective responsibilities and assignments. In brief MWS is purely social and welfare forum to serve the community and humanity.
Brief Report An Ifter & Dinner held on 22 nd July 2013 corresponding 13 th Ramadan 1434H at La Sani Restaurant, Madina Road, Jeddah As usual, this year also an iftar with dinner was arranged by MWS for male members of our community which was attended by almost 125 brothers that include doctor, engineer and businessmen and servicemen. Some well wisher of MWS offered their apology for not being able to attend due to prior official or personal commitment. However, we express thanks to all who attended the event. After Iftar and Magrib prayer but before Dinner, a small session of 15 minutes took place wherein GS of MWS gave a detailed report to the audience about collection of Zakat in Last Ramadan (76K) and its complete utilization during the year in different areas such as Education, Medical Care, frequent Shipment of used clothes for poor and needy in Pakistan and India and Iqama renewal or transfer assistance to very needy, poor and genuinely deserving brothers. Among them the case referred by the Consulate General Pakistan is also included. GS also explained the audience about the transparent procedure of receiving application for help and processing it through a nominated committee for this purpose who gives approval and then finally treasurer disburse help with consultation of President and GS. Honesty is on the top in processing a application, however, unintentional human error can occur any time. May Allah forgive us. Al hamdo lillah, this Ramadan we were able to collect enough Zakat during Iftar event (53K). We do also expect some more from businessmen. President and all board members convey heartiest thanks to all brothers who have contributed generously and always extend their support and kind cooperation to MWS. Iftar Party was sponsored by Khaskhia Market. Thanks to Khaskhia Market.
Pictorial view of Iftar & Dinner organized by MWS held on 22 July 2013.
Just to update community,,,,,,,,,,,,,, MWS Current Activities: 1. Assistance being provided to needy students of Private School and Madrassa Hifzul Quran. 2. Collecting and delivering unused medicines to Pakistan Welfare Society for their free medical camp take place every alternate Friday. If anyone has unused medicines, please contact Ahmed Kamal Makki at STAR (Ex. Al Shifa) Center for Fresh Chicken & Meat Opp Marhaba Super Market, Near Souk Minarah, Azizia,(Ahmed Kamal Makki Tel:6754078/0541299786) 3. Collecting used clothes for poor and needy people in India and Pakistan. Five shipmenst have so far been dispatched to Pakistan and India. Please deliver used clothes at STAR (Ex. Al Shifa) Center for Fresh Chicken & Meat Opp Marhaba Super Market, Near Souk Minarah, Azizia,(Ahmed Kamal Makki Tel:6754078/0541299786) 4. Helping very needy & deserving people from Zakat fund. 5. Matrimonial service WITHOUT ANY FEE is being enhanced day by day. Cont,,,,,,,,,next page,,,,,,,must read fyi and response if applicable to you,,,,
Just to update community,,,,,,,,,,,,,, MWS Events/Programs in Near Future: ANNOUNCEMENT 2nd Back to School & Prize Distribution Event As per approval of Board of MWS, a back to school event and 2 nd Prize distribution to meritorious students of the year 2012 & 2013 as well as 5 th Anniversary of MWS Celebration will take place some time during September 2013. THIS WILL BE FAMILY EVENT. Please send copy of result of your children (male & female) until 5 th September 2013 if your children meet following criteria to receive an award: 1. Student must be Iqama holders regardless of the place of their studies. 2. Those who have completed Hifz-e-Quran, Engineering, Doctorate in any discipline, CA, MBA during 2012/2013. 3. Those who have completed grade 10 (matric or O Level) and grade 12 (intermediate or A Level) with more than 90% Marks during 2012/2013. 4. Those who have completed grade 1 to grade 8 with more than 90% Marks during 2012/2013 must have achieved rank 1 st 2 nd or 3 rd in his or her class. 5. Please scan copy of transcript of your children and send us by email to our email address: masa@memonassociation.com with cc to rashidkasmani@yahoo.com Attn: Education Committee of MWS latest by 5 th September 2013. 6. Please note that all certificates will be verified from the concerned institute. 7. Exact date and venue of the event will be notified through circular to the community in due course of time.
Little smile A Businessman approach An old Lady died in USA, where she was staying with her daughter. Daughter made arrangements for the body to be sent back to Pakistan. On top of the coffin was a letter which said; " " Dear Bhai, I am sending AMMA's body to Pakistan, as it was her wish to be buried in Pakistan. Under AMMA's body are 12 cans of cheese for your little boy Ali, 10 packs of chocolates for your cute little Meena & 8 packs of perfumes for your wife. AMMA is wearing a brand new pair of REEBOK shoes for Rafiq bhai and there two pairs shoes stuffed on left-side of the coffin for Jubaida & Jabeen. AMMA is wearing 6 brand new NIKE t-shirts, large one is for Sattar bhai other four are for his boys. She is also wearing two LEVI'S jeans for the boys. She is also wearing Swiss made ROLEX watch on her left hand for Johra Baji and gold necklace and earings for Kulsoom Aunty. If you need anything else do let me know, because ABBA is also not feeling well. Regards From Juleikha, Abdul Gafphar & Chokra (Kids)
Health Corner: Monthly Newsletter Golden Jubilee Number Miracle Drink : Carrot, Beet Root and Apple This MIRACLE DRINK has been circulating for a long time long ago. It is worth your while to take note. There is a celebrity Mr. Seto who swears by it. He wants to make it public to draw the attention of people who have cancers. This is a drink that can protect bad cells forming in your body or it will restrain its growth! Mr. Seto had lung cancer. He was recommended to take this drink by a famous Herbalist from China. He has taken this drink diligently for 3 months and now his health is restored, and he is ready to take a pleasure trip. Thanks to this drink! It does not hurt for you to try. It is like a Miracle Drink! It is simple. You need one beet root, one carrot and one apple that combine together to make the JUICE! Wash the above, cut with the skin on into pieces and put them into the juicer and immediately you drink the juice. You can add some lime or lemon for more refreshing taste. This Miracle Drink will be effective for the following ailments: 1. Prevent cancer cells to develop. It will restrain cancer cells to grow.
2. Prevent liver, kidney, pancreas disease and it can cure ulcer as well. 3. Strengthen the lung, prevent heart attack and high blood pressure. 4. Strengthen the immune system 5. Good for the eyesight, eliminate red and tired eyes or dry eyes 6. Help to eliminate pain from physical training, muscle ache 7. Detoxify, assist bowel movement, eliminate constipation. Therefore it will make skin healthy & LOOK more radiant. It is God sent for acne problem. 8. Improve bad breath due to indigestion, throat infection, 9. Lessen menstrual pain 10. Assist Hay Fever Sufferer from Hay Fever attack. There is absolutely no side effect. Highly nutritious and easily absorbs! Very effective if you need to loose weight. You will notice your immune system will be improved after 2 week routine. Please make sure to drink immediately from the juicer for best effect. WHEN TO DRINK IT; DRINK IT FIRST THING IN THE MORNING WITH THE EMPTY STOMACH! AFTER ONE HOUR YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST. FOR FAST RESULTS DRINK 2 TIMES A DAY, IN THE MORNING AND BEFORE 5 P.M. YOU WILL NEVER REGRET! IT DOES NOT COST YOU MUCH MONEY! PLEASE CIRCULATE TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Summary of MWS Activities 2012 13 (other than day to day activities) No Activity When Where Source of Funds Attendance Remarks 1 Family gathering with gifts to all attendees children Jan 12 La'Sani Restaurant, Card Charges SR.25/person + 500 Male & Female Gifts presented to each and every child wh Madina Rd. Jeddah Sponsorship attended the event. Gift sponsored by a b 2 Board Members Families Picnic Mar 12 Sea side in North of Person Contribution 60 Male and Female Only Lunch was arranged Jeddah 3 Prize Distribution to Hafiz-e-Quran and gifts to all students May 12 Madrasa Abu Baker Sponsorhip 100 males incl.students Awards given to Hafiz e Quran and gifts gi of Madrassa, supported Madrassa with required assistance Bin Hafas Al Rehab Dist. students of Madrassa 4 Introduction of MWS at International Forum through it s Jun 12 WMO Office London UK Patron himself 700 VIPs Dr. Hamid was invited to deliver a speech participation in 9th and 10th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of MWS and put up his suggestions. WMO held in London which was attended patron Dr. Hamid A.Khader who introduced MWS and interacted with almost 700 VIPs 5 Family gathering Jul 12 Al Shallal Park, Jeddah Sell of discounted entry tickets 225 No fund was required, We had No loss No 6 Iftar Party for Male Members of the Community Jul 12 La'Sani Restaurant, Sponsorship of businessmen 225 Male Members For the bachelor of the community only Madina Rd. Jeddah 7 Iftar Party for families of Board Members and Reception to Aug 12 Al Rahamaa Restaurant Members Contributions 70 Haji Anis Arfa, Well known Social Worker from Pakistan Faisalia, Jeddah
8 Prize Distribution to meritorious student Sep 12 Joharatul Firdous Card Charges SR.20/person + 700 Dinner was prepared by Jamil Restaurant a and Back to School event and family gathering Wedding Hall, Jeddah Sponsorship + Members rates Contributions 9 Family Gathering, turned into farewell of Consul Gen. Pak. Dec 12 Fine Grill New Restaurant Card Charges SR.30/person + 500 Azizia, Jeddah Sponsorship + Members 10 Introductory Session with all social and welfare groups of Feb 12 La'Sani Rest. Madina Rd Sponsorship 70 only two or three key post holders of diff g community in Jeddah Jeddah association invited. 11 Board Members and their guests Family's Picnic Mar 13 at Coast near Jeffali Personal Contribution 120 It was encouraging event and members re Masjid North Jeddah hold such pleasant event frequently. 10 An education evening Short & Sweet gathering Apr 13 at Residence of Mansoor Shivani 30 Board Members and other guests attende sponsored by Mansoor Shivani 11 Family Event with Memon Celebrity Rauf Lala May 13 La'Sani Rest. Madina Rd Card Charges @ 50/each 150 Gifts offered to the guest from Souk Khask Jeddah No loss no profit Souk Alaway 12 An Iftar Party for Male members of community Jul 13 La'Sani Rest. Madina Rd Sponsorship 120 Event Sponsored by Khaskhia Market Jeddah 13 Back to School, Prize distribution to Meritorous Student During Sep. Big Wedding Hall Sponsorship Expected 500 TBD of our community and 5th Year Aniversary, to give honor to seniors
ميمن ويلفيئر سوسائٹی کی فالحی خدمات *************************** - تعليم اور مدرسے کی فيس کے لئے غريب طالب علموں کی مدد - ان لوگوں کو جو طبی عالج کے اخراجات کا متحمل نہيں ہو سکتے کی مدد - کميونٹی کے رکن کے انتقال کے بعد تدفين ميں مدد - روزگار کی تالش ميں بے روزگار کی رہنمائی و مدد - بچوں کے لئے رشتے کی تالش ميں مدد - اس کے عالوه اپنی کميونٹی کے لئے اکثر ديگر سماجی اور فالحی سرگرميوں کا اہتمام - مختلف موضوعات پر سيمينار کا انتظام - خاندانی اجتماع - مستقبل کے کيريئر کے لئے طالب علموں کو مشوره - مشہور عالم شخصيات کے ساتھ شام - ہم پرانے لباس جمع کر رہے ہيں - ہم بھی مفت طبی کيمپ کے لئے غير استعمال شده ادويات جمع کر رہے ہيں کوئی شک نہيں ميمن ويلفيئر سوسائٹی - مختلف خاندانوں کومالقات کرنے سالم ودعا کرنے - ايک ساتھ کھانا کھانے کے مواقع فراہم کر کے کميونٹی ميں اہم کردار ادا کر رہی. اس کے عالوه ہم نے اپنی اپنی ذمہ داريوں اور فرائض کو انجام دينے کے لئے مختلف کميٹياں تشکيل دی ہيں. مختصرا ميمن ويلفيئر سوسائٹی خالصتا سماجی اور برادری کی فالح و بہبود اور انسانيت کی خدمت کرنے کے لئے ايک فورم ہے. جسکی پوری کميونٹی کو حمايت کرنی چاہئے
Well known dignitaries of Memon Community in Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and India who have attended various events of Memon Welfare Society Saudi Arabia as a guests of honor and also outgoing and incoming Consul General of Pakistan Jeddah, during last 4 years. 1. 2. 3. 4 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15 16 17 Names on next page,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
1. Mr. Yahyah Pollani, Chairman FPCCI Aviation Committee Pakistan, 2. Dr. Iqbal Lohya, Khali Idrees Hospital, Jeddah, 3. Dr. Mohammed Younus, Private Clinic, Makkah, 4. Dr. Mohammed Umer Chapra, Scholar & Islamic Economist and Recipient of King Faisal Award Saudi Arabia, 5. Mr. Ahmed Chinnoy, President All Pakistan Memon Federation, 6. Mr. Arif Moosani, Vice Chairman Pakistan Haj Committee, 7. Mr. Iqbal Memon (Officer) Trustee WMO and Vice President All India Memon Federation, 8. Mr. Abdul Majeed Ranani Trustee World Memon Organization India, 9. Mr. Abdul Sattar Musani President Chanderpur Memon Jamat, India 10. Mr. Akhtar Younus President Opleta Memon Jamat, Pakistan 11. Haji Masood Parekh, Chairman Memon Khidmant Forum & Recipient of Presidential Award of Pakistan Tamga e Imtiaz, 12. Haji Anees Arfaa, Patron of Upleta Memon Jamat and 13. Dr. Nasir Fulara, President All India Memon Jamat 14. Haji Amanullah Surmawala, Industrialist and writer of Islamic Books 15. H.E. Abdul Salik Khan, CG of Pak, Jeddah (Farewell Dec. 2012) 16. H.E. Aftab A Khokher, CG of Pak, Jeddah (Reception Feb 2013) 17. A.Rauf Lala, Well know memon stage artist and king of comedy
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