Ramadan Around the Corner

Muslims around the world anticipate the arrival of the holiest month of the year. During Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, Muslims from all continents unite in a period of fasting and spiritual reflection, community and family bonds. The Prophet Muhammad said: “For the person who is fasting there are two moments of happiness and rejoicing: when breaking the fast and when meeting his/her Lord.” The first day of Ramadan is expected to be on or around September 24, 2006. The specific date will not be known until the night before, as it depends on the actual visible sighting of the crescent moon that marks the beginning of the Islamic month. (Source: http://islam.about.com/od/ramadan/f/ramadan_faq.htm) Please pray that we will be extra sensitive to the spiritual and relational needs of our Muslim friends during the Ramadan. Pray that we will be instruments of blessings to them at this time.

Your prayers matter,
Mang, Grace & Lian Ed Dousel