Glen Ellyn, Chicago, Illinois: Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Glen Ellyn Chapter celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr on July 29th which marked the end of 30 day fasting in the month of Ramadhan.

Imam Shamshad Nasir delivering Eid Sermon

In Ramadhan Muslims fast from dawn to dusk. Through fasting they learn the lesson of being tolerant and patient. These qualities help to have a sympathetic heart for humanity.

Imam Shamshad A Nasir of Baitul Jammay

“Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Glen Ellyn chapter wants to convey the message of peace, love, understanding and harmony not to our membership only but to our fellow citizens throughout USA”, said Imam Shamshad A Nasir of Baitul Jammay (Ahmadiyya Muslim Mosque on Rt 53 in Glen Ellyn) in his Eid sermon to approximately 500 people.

He further added, “We want to thank God Almighty for His blessings and favor which He has bestowed upon us by enabling us to freely practice our religion in this country, while our brothers back in Pakistan are punished just because they have accepted the Promised Messiah whose advent has been prophesied in various Holy scriptures. Just a few days back three innocent people including an 8 month old were burnt alive just because of their faith”.

After the sermon and Eid prayers members of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community socialized, and kids enjoyed while having moon walk, snow cones, cotton candy and pizza!

Later, an award distribution ceremony was held to recognize those kids who have finished reading the entire Quran in the month of Ramadhan and those who have graduated from Elementary to University level. These rising stars were given awards and cash from Imam Shamshad A. Nasir on behalf of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.

Rising stars recognized

The session closed with Zuhr (afternoon prayers) in congregation at 1:30pm.