Subject: [Masjid Tucson] Submission weekly reminder In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful Peace be upon you, The month of Ramadan began this week (new moon was on 8 July 7:14AM UTC, and most places started fasting July 9th). God provides us Ramadan as an opportunity to grow our souls by observing His commandment to fast, and being appreciative for His guidance. [Quran 2:185] Ramadan is the month during which the Quran was revealed, providing guidance for the people, clear teachings, and the statute book. Those of you who witness this month shall fast therein. Those who are ill or traveling may substitute the same number of other days. GOD wishes for you convenience, not hardship, that you may fulfill your obligations, and to glorify GOD for guiding you, and to express your appreciation. May we all have a blessed month of Ramadan, by God's leave, and take advantage of this gift He has given us to grow our souls. References: Religious Duties, A Gift from God: http://www.masjidtucson.org/quran/appendices/appendix15.html Introduction to Ramadan, http://www.masjidtucson.org/submission/practices/ramadan/ramadanintro.html Ramadan: Month of Fasting and Feasting, http://www.masjidtucson.org/publications/books/SP/2011/aug/page1.html Ramadan--A Christian Perspective, http://www.masjidtucson.org/publications/books/sp/2013/may/page3.html Peace. PS: Places that began fasting on July 9th, will have the Night of Destiny beginning at sunset on 3 August 2013, God willing. For more information on Ramadan 2013 dates and information, please see: http://www.masjidtucson.org/submission/practices/ramadan/ PS2: The annual Submitters conference will be in Tucson this year, August 16-18, God willing. As usual, attendance will be by invitation only. To help us organize a successful conference—and God has always been generous and gracious towards us—please let us know of your plans as soon as you know (you can email us: info@masjidtucson.org). More information is at: http://www.masjidtucson.org/conference/