Shaykh Saifullah Muhammad

On my way to the blessed land of our beloved Prophet ﷺ al-Madīnah al-Munawwarah.

A city not defined by its streets, but by the light that once walked upon them. A place where every corner echoes with mercy, where hearts find rest, and where the soul returns to what it was always searching for.

As I journey there, I carry all of your duʿās, names, and hopes with me. One duʿā that our teachers used to teach us is the following:

اللهم ارزقنا زيارة نبيك ﷺ، وارزقنا شفاعته، ولا تحرمنا من جواره.

Which translates to:

O Allah, grant us the blessing of visiting Your Prophet ﷺ, grant us his intercession, and do not deprive us of being in his proximity.

There is something about Madinah… it does not just welcome you, it embraces you. That is why we all feel so different when entering the sacred city. Hence our beloved Prophet ﷺ told us:

َالْمَدِينَةُ خَيْرٌ لَهُمْ لَوْ كَانُوا يَعْلَمُون

Madinah is better for them, if only they knew.

Narrated in Sahih al-Bukhari (1875) and Sahih Muslim (1388)

May Allah allow us all to be written among its visitors, Amīn.

Join ETCIC and Salam Community with Shaykh Saifullah for Awaken: Returning to the Light of Ramadan. An evening of reflection and renewal as we prepare our hearts for the blessed month ahead.

🗓 Saturday, Feb 7 | 4:30–7:00 PM
📍 East Twin Cities Islamic Community Center (Afton)

All are welcome — we’d love to see you there, in shā’ Allah!

Join ETCIC and Salam Community for Awaken: Returning to the Light of Ramadan with Shaykh Saifullah Muhammad. An evening of reflection, renewal, and community as we prepare our hearts for the blessed month ahead.

🗓 Saturday, Feb 7 | 4:30–7:00 PM
📍 East Twin Cities Islamic Community Center (Afton)
🍽 Community potluck afterwards

All are welcome — bring a dish and a friend, in shā’ Allah!

More than fasting… let’s talk about the deeper meaning of Ramadan.

Join myself and the East Twin Cities Islamic Center (ETCIC) community for a halaqa & potluck as we reflect on what this blessed month is truly meant to awaken within us.

📍 Eastern Twin Cities Islamic Center
🗓 Feb 7 | ⏰ 4:30–7:00 PM

All are welcome — scan the QR code to confirm, in shā’ Allah!

Alḥamdulillāh, I just finished speaking at a press conference at City Hall on behalf of NWICC, standing firmly with our Somali American brothers and sisters during this challenging moment.

Our message was clear:
🟦 Somali Minnesotans are not a threat.
🟦 They are an essential, beautiful, and inseparable part of our state.
🟦 No family deserves to live in fear because of rhetoric or raids.

As Muslims, we are commanded to uphold dignity and justice for all.
Allah reminds us:

وَلَقَدْ كَرَّمْنَا بَنِي آدَمَ
“Indeed, We have honored every child of Adam.” (17:70)

Today, we honored that divine command.
NWICC will continue to be a home of compassion, safety, and solidarity for every member of our community.

May Allah protect our families, grant us unity, and allow us to be a source of light and strength.
Āmīn.

Shaykh Saifullah Muhammad
Resident Scholar | NWICC

New Weekly Class: Al-Adab al-Mufrad

Join us every Wednesday after Maghrib Salah as we journey through Al-Adab al-Mufrad— the timeless masterpiece of Imam al-Bukhārī, dedicated entirely to the Prophetic manners, character, and etiquettes that shape a believer’s life.

Under the guidance of Shaykh Saifullah Muhammad, we’ll explore how the Prophet ﷺ embodied adab (refined conduct) in his dealings with family, friends, and even those who opposed him — and how we can revive that beauty in our homes and hearts today.

📖 Open to all — men, women, and youth
📍 NWICC Main Musallah
3300 Plymouth Blvd, Plymouth MN 55447

Let’s grow together in akhlaq and Prophetic character.

Join us each month at NWICC as we journey through the blessed life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ — from his early years to his mission as the final Messenger. Together, we’ll uncover the timeless lessons in his character, actions, and words, and learn how to relate them to our daily lives on a practical level.

🗓 Every 3rd Sunday of the Month
🕔 5:00PM – 7:00PM
📍 Main Musallah, NWICC – 3300 Plymouth Blvd, Plymouth MN 55447

Come to reflect, connect, and be inspired to embody his example in our homes, communities, and hearts.

🍽 Dinner will be provided after the session.

📩 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/NWICCSEERAH2025

Sincerely,
Shaykh Saifullah Muhammad
Resident Scholar | NWICC

📢 New Class at NWICC: The Scholar’s Circle

Join us every other Wednesday evening for an academically focused journey into the science of Usūl al-Fiqh (Legal Theory) with Shaykh Saifullah Muhammad.

This class will explore the principles behind Islamic law and how scholars derive rulings at a beginners level, giving you a deeper understanding of the methodology that shapes our tradition.

🗓️ Starting Wednesday, October 1st
⏰ 5:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 NWICC Youth Room
3300 Plymouth Blvd, Plymouth, MN 55447

Come ready to engage, learn, and deepen your connection with the intellectual heritage of Islam.

📖 Tafsir of Surah Yusuf

Join us every Sunday at NWICC for a special class with our Resident Scholar, Shaykh Saifullah Muhammad, as we journey through the beauty of “Ahsan al-Qasas” (the best of stories).

Together we will explore the trials and triumphs of Prophet Yusuf (ʿalayhi al-salām) and reflect on timeless lessons of patience, resilience, and trust in Allah—brought to life for our world today.

🗓 Start Date: Sunday, September 21st, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: NWICC Main Musallah (3300 Plymouth Blvd, Plymouth, MN 55447)

All are welcome—don’t miss this chance to deepen your connection with the Qur’an!