On the blessed occasion of Eid ul-Adha, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Dallas gathered in a spirit of worship, gratitude, and unity to commemorate the profound example of sacrifice demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim (as), Hazrat Hajar (as), and Prophet Ismail (as).

More than 550 members of the community attended the Eid prayer, coming together to celebrate a day that reminds believers of complete devotion and obedience to Allah. Families, friends, and neighbors shared in the joy of Eid while reflecting on the timeless lessons of faith, patience, and selflessness that this sacred occasion represents.

Following the Eid prayer, Murabbi Sahib delivered an inspiring address centered on the true meaning of sacrifice. He spoke about the extraordinary hardships endured by Hazrat Ibrahim (as) and his unwavering readiness to submit to the command of Allah, including the willingness to sacrifice his beloved son, Hazrat Ismail (as). The sermon reminded attendees that true sacrifice is not limited to material offerings, but also includes sacrificing personal desires, ego, and comfort in pursuit of righteousness and closeness to God.

Murabbi Sahib also shared beautiful sayings of the Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, the Promised Messiah, emphasizing that genuine faith requires sincerity, humility, and steadfastness during times of difficulty. His words encouraged the congregation to embody the spirit of Eid ul-Adha in their daily lives through compassion, service to humanity, and obedience to Allah.

The celebration served as a powerful reminder that the legacy of sacrifice shown by Prophet Ibrahim (as) and his family continues to inspire millions around the world today. As the community celebrated together, prayers were offered for peace, unity, and blessings for all mankind.

Eid Mubarak from the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Dallas. May Allah fill every home with peace, joy, and countless blessings on this special occasion.

On May 4th, 2026 the Public Affairs department represented Dallas Jamaat at the 15th annual Day on the Hill on Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C. We held direct, productive meetings with our local representatives from both sides of the political aisle, including Representatives Keith Self (TX-03), Pat Fallon (TX-04), Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) and Julie Johnson (TX-32), alongside a walk-in outreach to Beth Van Duyne (TX-24). Our delegation focused on building mutual understanding and introducing our representatives to the teachings of Islam and the Promised Messiah (ah). Alongside sharing our community’s values, we firmly advanced our core policy priorities: 1. Take immediate action to protect Ahmadi Muslims in Pakistan 2. Support a permanent ceasefire and path to peace in Gaza and Iran 3. Join the Ahmadiyya Muslim Caucus to support the rights of all persecuted religious communities Responses varied across the offices. Many met our requests with support and commitments to action. We also encountered pushback, including one office where a staffer declined a photo, which highlights the ongoing need for our localized advocacy. Despite these hurdles, the guidance of our Khalifa was presented unequivocally, and all engagements ended cordially. The event was a success, laying the groundwork for continued dialogue as we invited these offices to visit our mosque and engage directly with their constituents at our local events.

Our students at UT Dallas have been actively organizing the Tabligh Desk initiative on campus. As the semester concludes, the activity is temporarily suspended, but we anticipate its resumption in the fall. If you or your child is a student at UT Dallas or will be attending this fall, please encourage them to contact Faraz Piracha, who is responsible for organizing these desks. This opportunity is not limited to students; non-students are also welcome to participate, as they are needed to engage with visitors.

As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen families and support meaningful connections within the community, members who are seeking rishta are encouraged to register on the Rishta Nata App and make full use of this valuable J amaat resource. The app provides a secure and convenient platform to help individuals and families connect through a trusted community network. We request all eligible members and parents to download the app, complete their profiles, and actively participate in this initiative to help foster successful matches and stronger family bonds.

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Ego is one of natural instincts invested in humans for the grooming of their personality. It can be defined as self-esteem, self-respect, self-worth and self-importance. This is an innate characteristic, which exists even at early phase of human life, as we observe that babies also react negatively to any act of hurting their ego. Therefore, it can be inferred that God considered ego to be necessary natural characteristic of human nature.

Ego plays a very influential and significant role in the health of a society. It can destroy the cohesive and collective fabric of the community, if it is allowed to remain beyond the conscious endeavors to regulate its natural inclinations. Expression of ego towards other members of the community, verbal or implied, can create negative feelings and impulses, which leaves a lasting impact on mutual relationships.

Realization to suppress ego can only stem from self-analysis and consciousness in order to be convinced of the fact that this vice is a major source of straining relationships within our circle of influence. We have to choose between becoming a source of peace and tranquility for the society or become a slave of uncontrolled ego affecting peace of the community.

Responsible and mature choice would obviously be selecting the former option. Worship is an effective way of managing and suppressing ego. This develops a righteous and profound understanding that all perfections belong to God and whatever good we have been blessed with, are merely through Divine Grace.

Enhancing our efforts in worship to develop closer relationship with God does result in more humility and suppression of any expression of ego or arrogance by making us increasingly conscious of our fallibility and vulnerability.

We are blessed to have the ultimate role model in our beloved Holy Prophet (sa), who was the best in worship and the best in humility, being given the title of Mercy for all the worlds by God Almighty.

On April 11, 2026, the Dallas Majlis Ansarullah gathered at the Baitul-Ikram Mosque in Allen, Texas, for its 27th Annual Local Ijtema. The event served as a vital cornerstone for the community, drawing 52 Ansar for a day dedicated to spiritual renewal, brotherhood, and holistic well-being.

The proceedings commenced at 10:30 AM with a solemn opening session. Following the recitation of the Holy Quran and the Ansar pledge. Insightful addresses by the Naib Za’im Sahib and Murabbi Sahib set a reflective tone for the day, which was further cemented by a collective silent prayer.

By late morning, the focus shifted to the Talim competitions. Participants engaged in Quranic recitation and displayed their wit and conviction during impromptu speech contests. These individual efforts were followed by a spirited religious knowledge competition, which sparked intellectual energy and deepened the collective understanding of faith.

After a break for Salat and lunch at 12:45 PM, the atmosphere transitioned from the intellectual to the physical. The afternoon sports session saw Ansar participating in a variety of outdoor and indoor activities, including horseshoe, basketball hoop shooting, table tennis, and darts.

The Ijtema reached its conclusion at 4:30 PM with a final session featuring prize distribution to celebrate the day’s achievements. Following a concluding address and the Ansar pledge, the event ended with a heartfelt dua. This year’s gathering successfully reinforced the bonds of brotherhood, leaving participants spiritually and physically revitalized.

The blessed month of Ramadan is a time of sacrifice, reflection, and service. While many focus on fasting and prayer, there are also those who quietly dedicate their time and energy to serving others. In our Jamaat, a few devoted individuals took upon themselves the responsibility of preparing and organizing food for Iftar throughout the weekdays of Ramadan. Their efforts did not go unnoticed.

Every day, these individuals spent nearly six to eight hours in the kitchen and in preparation, ensuring that members of the Jamaat could gather and break their fast together. From planning meals and cooking to arranging and serving the food, their work required patience, dedication, and sincerity. After long days of fasting themselves, they continued working so that others could experience the joy and blessing of a shared Iftar.

Islam places great value on serving others, especially during Ramadan. The Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said:

“Whoever provides food for a fasting person to break his fast will have a reward like theirs, without that detracting from their reward in the slightest.” (Tirmidhi)

This beautiful teaching reminds us that acts of service carry immense spiritual reward. Preparing food for those who are fasting is not merely a logistical task; it is an act of worship and a form of charity performed for the pleasure of Allah.

The Holy Qur’an also praises those who feed others for the sake of God: “And they give food, out of love for Him, to the poor, the orphan, and the captive, saying:

‘We feed you only for Allah’s pleasure; we desire no reward nor thanks from you.’”(Qur’an 76:9)

On behalf of the entire Jamaat, we extend our heartfelt gratitude and prayers to these dedicated volunteers. May Allah the Almighty accept their sacrifices, multiply their rewards, and shower them and their families with countless blessings. May their sincerity inspire all of us to serve our community with the same spirit of humility and devotion. Ameen.

Letter to editor: Strength in a perfect Union This past Saturday, -Feb 28, 2026- local mayors, law enforcement, & faith leaders gathered with the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Allen to break the Ramadan fast together. Sitting shoulder-to-shoulder, we were reminded of a beautiful and unifying truth: God does not see us as divided. We as humans divide ourselves. All scriptures point us in the same eternal direction; In the Bhagavad Gita, we are taught the wise see with equal vision, recognizing the same divine essence within all beings.

In the Bible, we read that all humans are created in the image of God, and that God shows no partiality. In the Qur’an, we are reminded that the most honored in the sight of God is the most righteous. These different scriptures all teach us one Moral truth. That true spirituality removes arrogance. True faith removes prejudice. True knowledge produces compassion. If we claim to love God, we must honor His creation.

If we claim to be righteous, we must uphold justice. If we claim to be spiritual, we must treat others with dignity. In a divided world, our shared scriptures yearn for a higher calling— to act with mercy and build communities rooted in respect. Let us all pray to not only believe in equality, but practice it. May we not only speak of unity, but embody it.

Reflections from Ramadan: an Interfaith Iftar Dinner held at Baitul Ikram Mosque in Allen, Texas – Feb 28,2026