Jalsa Bulletin L A J N A I M A I L L A H — U S A M A Y 1 5 , 2 0 0 8

60 T H JALSA SALANA, USA

June 20th—22nd, 2008

Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg, PA

IN THIS ISSUE:

Welcome to Jalsa

Salana

Program with Huzoor

Site Map

Etiquette

Information for Guests

Children & Elderly

Hazri Nigrani

(Volunteerism)

Handicraft & Other

Booths

Urdu Bulletin

Local Sadrs’ Checklist

Alhamdoli l lah! Alhamdoli l lah! Alhamdolillah! All praise belong to Allah, the Almighty, for blessing Jamaat USA with the glorious opportunity to welcome our beloved Huzooraba on American soil. How fortunate we will be to have the presence of the Khalifa amongst us in our Jalsa this year, as we step into 2nd century of Khilafat-e-Ahmadiyya! How peaceful a feeling will it be when we all stand in straight lines waiting for the arrival of our spiritual leader in the ladies' Jalsa Gah! How humbling to experience our body language reflect the voice of our hearts: "Labbaik Ya Imamana Labbaik Sayyadi", our eyes filling up with tears as we see his first glimpse when he enters the Jalsa Gah. How soothing for our ears when he says Assalamo Alaikum to the Lajna and Nasirat of USA. And how disciplined and united will we look when, upon his signal, we all take our seats again—together, practicing complete silence! How spiritually uplifted

will we feel in the company of the holy and righteous ones, with the presence of angels around us, our hearts increasing in love of Allah through Khilafat. And our sisters making every effort to hold fast to the rope of Allah, by pledging in their hearts to take his advice—the message of Islam—back with them to implement it in their daily lives! And how touching and comforting to feel our souls being drawn towards the One and Only God when our beloved Huzoor leaves our Jalsa Gah with melodious songs of La Ilaha illallah and echoes of Nara-e-Takbeer from al l corners—Allaho Akbar!

By Samrah Ahmad Objectives of Jalsa Salana in the blessed words of Promised Messiahas: "The major aim of the gathering is that the sincere members of the Jamaat should be able to derive religious benefits and at

Assalamo Alaikum Dear Sisters! Jamaat USA is blessed to have Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaba attend our Jalsa Salana. This Jalsa Bulletin has been prepared to inform and guide you as you prepare to attend the Jalsa Salana, InshaAllah! We are expecting a large number of guests at Jalsa and I am happy to see that a large number of Lajna have already volunteered their services for this purpose. Always remember that no duty

should be considered low or below one’s dignity. Surely all reward is with Allah and He does not like arrogance. Always remember that it is Allah’s blessing that He gave you this opportunity to serve His people. It is an honour and therefore please perform your duties with enthusiasm. Please make sure that these instructions reach all the members. If we all work together, all Jalsa participants will be able to derive maximum

benefit from this blessed occasion. May Allah Bless all of you. Please pray for the safety and good health of our beloved Huzoor and his family as well as all Jalsa workers. Let us pray for the success of this blessed event. I look forward to seeing you at Jalsa Salana, Jazak Allah. Shanaz Butt Sadr, Lajna Imaillah-USA May 2, 2008

D e a r e s t H u z o o r , We l c o m e !

M e s s a g e f r o m S a d r L a j n a U S A

the same time they should acquire more knowledge and advance in their God realization. One advantage is that meeting their friends will broaden their circle of brotherhood and it will strengthen the mutual ties."

(Asmani Faisla) A Prayer of Promised Messiahas: I pray to Allah that He may be with all those who are coming to attend the Jalsa and that He may grant them great rewards and He may show mercy and His grace to them. O God! O You Who are the Greatest Granter, the Benevolent and Merciful, and the Remover of hardships, do listen to all these prayers of mine and grant us victory over our opponents, with great glaring signs, for, you have the power to do whatever you like, Ameen.

(Ishtihar, 7th December, 1891)

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Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifat-ul-Masih Vaba

P r o g r a m s w i t h H u z o o r — M u l a q a a t

Programs with Huzoor—Ameen & Nikah Ceremonies

Inshallah, On June 22nd, 2008, Sunday, 8:00 PM Huzoor will perform Jamaat children’s Ameen Ceremony (completion of 1st reading of the Holy Qur’an). At 9:00 PM, after Maghrib/Isha’a prayers, Huzoor will also be there for Jamaat m e m b e r s ’ N i k a h Ceremony at Baitur Rahman Mosque, Silver Spring, MD.

Members are requested

to provide Nikah forms completely filled and signed by required s i g n a t o r i e s a n d witnesses to Mubarik Ahmad Malik by 15th May 2008 as well as the legal marriage papers under local law.

Please ensure that only those members request participation in these program who are certain to be at Baitur Rahman on 22nd

June 2008, Sunday, by 7:00 PM for Ameen and/or by 8:00 PM for Nikah. In the time management a n d t r a v e l t i m e ca lcu lat ion, p lease consider it at least 2 hours drive from Jalsa location to Baitur Rahman on a traffic free road.

(As advised by Respected Amir Sahib from letter dated 04/10/08)

of time, Huzoor has directed that only those members will have the opportunity to meet him, who have never met him before.

Also during his visit, a time slot has been reserved on 18th June 2008, for Collective Mulaqaat with Huzoor. Men would have the privilege of Musafa (hand-s h ake ) . S ep a r a t e l y Huzoor wi l l have collective mulaqaat with

ladies, at Baitur Rahman Mosque.

The Musafa time for men starts at 10:00 AM and collective mulaqaat time for ladies starts at 5:00 PM . Member s a re requested to be at the Mosque at least 30 minutes earlier than the actual time to make arrangements for proper lines and otherwise.

(As advised by Respected Amir Sahib from letter dated 04/08/08)

Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaba is blessing Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya USA with his presence at our Jalsa Salana scheduled for 20—22 June 2008 at the PA Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg, PA.

Inshallah, during Huzoor’s visit, a time slot has been reserved on 17th June 2008 , f o r J amaa t members’ mulaqaat with Huzoor at Baitur Rahman Mosque, Silver Spring, MD. Because of shortage

Mulaqaat June 17th, 2008 Collective Mulaqaat June 18th, 2008 Ameen & Nikah June 22th, 2008

Arrive at Jalsa and other Masjid programs on time so that you do not disturb others during the proceedings.

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www.expedia.com, etc. Transportation For any transportation requests please visit www.ahmadiyya.us and use the transportation form provided. Forward all r e q u e s t s t o N a z i m Transportation as soon as possible. Transportation between hotels and the Jalsa Site will be provided. The schedule of shuttle pick up/drop off from and to the Jalsa site will be available at the Information/Transportation desk.

Parking and Entrance ◊ The Jalsa site has open

marked parking ◊ It is requested that each

incoming vehicle park and then walk or take the shuttle to the Jalsa s i te to e l iminate congestion.

◊ Drop-o f f w i l l be available for elderly, disabled or other persons unable to walk from the parking lot.

◊ C o o p e r a t e w i t h Khuddam on duty to help you with parking and in directing you to the entrances.

is imperative that Jamaat members bring the card that is sent out to them. With larger than usual number of people expected at the Jalsa, if we receive a major influx of members around critical time who either did not register or forgot to bring their card, it can cause severe strain on the system hence longer lines and processing time. Accommodation This year, we strongly recommend booking your hotel reservations from w e b s i t e s l i k e w w w . t r a v e l o c i t y . c o m ,

“It is essential that those who are able to afford to travel should attend the Jalsa which is in so many ways a source of blessings. They should not mind minor losses in the way. God gives ample rewards to sincere believers at every step and no hardship or trouble goes to waste (it is definitely rewarded by God). I should like to make it clear that this Jalsa must not be taken like other gatherings. This is a special event that has been based on the succor of God.” (Ishtihar, 7 December 1891)

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Children’s Jalsa Gah/Northwest Hall

Main Jalsa Gah/ Large Arena Ziafat/

Northeast Hall

Men’s Hall/ Exposition Hall

Registration The 60th Jalsa Salana USA will be held at the PA Farm S h o w C o m p l e x i n Harrisburg, PA from June 20th—22nd, 2008, Inshallah. www.agriculture.state.pa.us/fscomplex/site/default.asp. Please be sure to register for Jalsa Salana at www.ahmadiyya.us. Please c o n t a c t N a z i m Registration, Athar Malik S a h i b a t jalsausa@jalsasalana.org with your questions. P lease br ing your registration cards to Jalsa so that new cards do not have to be printed again. It

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M u l a q a a t E t i q u e t t e

K e e p i n g S i l e n c e f o r J a l s a Two effective ways of keeping silence during proceedings at Jalsa are: ♦ Out of respect for those in prayer, if our prayer is completed we should wait with those who are praying in prayerful silence. ♦ Out of respect for those giving a speech we should listen quietly and not engage in our own conversations. In order to increase in our capacity for this important discipline, it will be helpful to practice keeping silence in groups. During such time e n g a g e y o u r s e l f i n remembrance of Allah. A large group of people keeping s i lence whi le gathered together is an extraordinary

experience. Each of us in that group connects deeply within ourselves to be in quiet conversation with Allah, and it fills each heart with intense satisfaction. The silence becomes a powerful presence that no one wishes to break. As we achieve this kind of c o n t e n t m e n t w i t h i n ourselves we will want to use it during prayer times when others are praying or when there is a need for silence. We will also increase our capacity to be listeners. We will realize that distractions of any kind during the proceedings harm our Jalsa experience, and in fact may deprive us

of it altogether. Let us all work together in our practice of keeping silence so that we may: ♦ Derive much benefit for ourselves ♦ Keep the privilege of attending Jalsa ♦ Continue to enjoy our beloved Huzoor’saba address to the Lajna When you arrive at Jalsa and you hear the Adhan for Jummah, come quietly in to the Jalsa Gah, making your rows straight and leaving no gaps. Engage in prayer and remembrance of Allah. Save your greetings for later. Remember the silence you found in your heart!

National Tarbiyyat Secretary

the father/mother and in what order for the Mulaqaat.

Respect the limit given to you for a Mulaqaat

Do not mention any disputes or complaints (e.g. marital, family etc.). Such issues can be submitted in writing as they require more time and attention.

If the Mulaqaat is in the form of participating in a c l a s s , m a k e p r e p a r a t i o n s b y learning Prayer, its t r a n s l a t i o n , a n d correct recitation of the Holy Qur’an.

Revise your knowledge of religion and basic history with your children as you may be asked questions about it in children’s class or otherwise.

If Huzoor calls, proceed towards him w i t h a d i g n i f i e d m a n n e r — n e i t h e r running, nor sluggish.

If offered a gift/prize, accept it with both hands. Say JazakAllah and return to your seat

Keep invoking blessings u p o n t h e H o l y Prophetsaw while in the meeting place

Cooperate with the organizers and come prepared

Dress in neat, clean and modest clothes and have proper head covering

C h i l d r e n s h o u l d proceed towards shaking hands with Huzoor with both hands

Stand upright and pay ful l attention to Huzoor. Complete the Mulaqaat with dignity.

Large families should h a v e a c l e a r understanding of who is going to sit next to

J A L S A B U L L E T I N

Talk to Your Local

Lajna Sadrs about

“Stand Up & Stay Silent”

Plan!

P A G E 5 Instructions for All Lajna Members attending Jalsa are various booths that you can visit

♦ As the Jalsa Gah is our prayer ha l l , please remove your shoes upon entering. A bag will be provided (keep all your belongings with you)

♦ Please listen to the speeches during Jalsa proceedings. Every speech is carefully chosen and prepared for your benefit.

♦ Constant movement causes disturbance to others. Try to remain seated during each session. The intervals between the sessions give us time to do other things.

♦ We have the responsibility to maintain the Jalsa site in a clean and tidy state. It is our duty to follow the Islamic advice “Cleanliness is part of faith” and make sure to respect the rights of our ne ighbors . Our behav ior shou ld be exemplary. Please maintain cleanliness both inside and outside the Jalsa Gah. You are advised to keep a plastic bag with you to collect your trash.

♦ If you find any trash lying around, please pick it up immediately. Do not wait for a person on duty to do so. According to a tradition of the Holy Prophetsaw, to remove a thorn or something which could cause harm, is also an act of goodness.

♦ A separate area has been a l l o c a t ed f o r baby c h a n g i n g i n t h e Children’s Jalsa Gah. Please do not change baby diapers in the Jalsa Gah. Unwrapped baby diapers are a health hazard and a nuisance for other guests.

♦ To prevent children from getting lost during Jalsa (causes a great deal of distress to child), every child should wear their ID card or a note showing their name and the contact phone numbers of the parents.

♦ F o o d s h o u l d b e collected in a dignified manner and with patience. Please follow directions and create organized lines for efficiency

♦ Please make sure that food is not wasted. There is plenty of food for us all, so please come back for more rather than throw the excess in the trash later.

♦ If there is a slight delay in the delivery of food, please be patient.

♦ Food is not permitted in the Jalsa Gah and prayer areas . P lease fol low guidelines carefully.

♦ The booths will open during intervals. Please refrain from visiting booths during the Jalsa sessions. For young children, keep some snacks with you. Please make sure that you bring a water bottle so that water is readily available if the need arises.

♦ O n l e a v i n g t h e bathrooms, please ensure that you leave them clean, dry and tidy for the next person. Please do not dispose of sanitary towels or babies diapers in the toilets as these can cause blockages. Please use the cans provided.

♦ Please switch off your mobile phones during Jalsa programs.

♦ The Jalsa Site is huge, so please wear comfortable shoes .

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H a z r a t A b u Hurairara relates that the Holy Prophetsaw said, ‘the food of two suffices for three and food of three suffices for four (Bukhari and Muslim)

“Cleanliness is part of faith”

“We hear and

we obey .”

♦ Maximum time should be spent in Zikre lllahi i.e. Remembrance of Allah. We should pray for the victory of Islam and Huzoor's long and healthy life. Engage in Khilafat Centenary Prayers, advised by Huzooraba

♦ Try not to stay up late at night. Abstain from useless talk and gossip. Go to bed early, so that you are able to offer Tahajjud and Fajr prayers. Please pay special attention to Salat times.

♦ Please cooperate with those on duty. Even if their requests may not be to your liking please act according to instructions.

♦ Cameras or any sharp objects will not be allowed into the Jalsa Gah. Use of cameras (including those on mobile phones) are not permitted. Our security team will take your cameras and sharp items from you at the gates.

♦ Identity cards will be checked at the point of entry. Your handbags and other items will also be checked. Please be patient.

♦ To avoid standing in long lines during registration, please remember to bring your registration badge from home.

♦ Report any suspicious activity to a person on duty immediately.

Main Areas ♦ Main Jalsa Gah/Large

Arena—The main Jalsa program will be held here

♦ Children’s Jalsa Gah/North West Hall—Mothers are responsible for maintaining their child's/children's discipline

♦ Ziafat/North East Hall—Dining Area for everyone

♦ Around the Main Jalsa Gah

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I n s t r u c t i o n s

B o o t h s a t J a l s a S a l a n a various snacks, drinks and other delicious goods at the Fundraising booth during breaks. The Fundraising booth will not be open during the Jalsa proceedings. Book Stall Department of Lajna Imaillah-USA will provide literature and books of Silsila Aliya Ahmadiyya. Humanity First Humanity First focuses to preserve and safeguard human life and dignity. Drawing strength from their global resources,

they aim to relieve suffering caused by natural disaster and human conf l ict , promote peace and u n d e r s t a n d i n g , a n d strengthen people’s capacity to help themselves. Please stop by their booth and make a donation. First Aid/Homeopathy Please visit the First Aid and Homeopathy booths for medical advice. Rishta Nata For matrimonial matters be sure to stop by the Rishta Nata Booth.

change directions at the appropriate time, doing so as quietly as possible.

Of fer Sa l a t i n congrega t ion a t designated times, standing shoulder to shoulder in neat rows.

Observe appropriate mosque etiquette when in the prayer area.

Ladies who are not o f fer ing prayers should kindly watch the children so that

they do not run around causing

At the time of Huzoor’s address to Lajna on June 21st, 2 0 0 8 , entry to the Main Jalsa Gah/Large Arena will close at 11:00 AM. After 11:00 AM, guests are welcome to join the Children’s Jalsa Gah/Northwest Hall. We humbly request all sisters to come early to the Jalsa Gah.

We have now been assigned a new seating area in the Jalsa Gah which reduces the inconvenience to face Qibla during Salat. Ear l ier , you were informed that you will face completely in the opposite direction during Salat. However, under the new seating plan you will need to face only a few degrees to the right from where you are sitting to face the Qibla. You are requested to:

C o o p e r a t e a n d

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On Saturday June 21st, plan on arriving early to ensure

seating in the Main

Jalsa Gah! Huzooraba

will be addressing

the Lajna on that day.

Exhibition/Handicraft Visit the Handicraft booth to see the exhibition of arts and crafts items donated by Lajna Imaillah-USA. Due to a change of venue for Jalsa Salana, it is r e q u e s t e d t h a t n o donations be sent to Baitur Rahman Mosque. Donations may be dropped off at the convention facility as early as June 18, 2008. As always, the competition items must be delivered before Jummah to be eligible for judging.

Fundraising Please come and enjoy

children in the Children’s Jalsa Gah at all times. Mothers will be responsible for taking their children to Ziafat hall for lunch/dinner. Mothers will also be responsible for the special needs of their children (i.e. medical etc.). Mothers with more than one child should keep the family together in the Children’s Jalsa Gah unless the child is 11 years or older and is responsible/c apab l e o f h and l i n g themselves in the main Jalsa Gah. No prior registration is necessary for the services of Children’s Jalsa Gah! We pray that these services wi l l make the Ja lsa experience a positive one for both children and parents. Please contact Sister Farzana Safiullah at 7 1 7 - 6 7 1 - 9 0 9 1 o r LajnaKids@yahoo.com if you need any additional in format ion regard ing Children’s Jalsa Gah.

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Elderly Resting Area If you would like to attend Jalsa this year but are concerned that your health might now allow you sit through the duration of Jalsa, worry no more and pack your bags! In the Children’s Jalsa Gah/North West Hall, a separate area will be set up where elderly sisters, expec-tant mothers and others with spe-cial needs can rest. However, please remember that this area is part of Jalsa Gah as well. And those who are using this area must quietly listen to proceedings of Jalsa so that you and those who are sitting around you can reap maximum benefits from attending the Jalsa. JazakAllah!

C h i l d r e n ’ s J a l s a G a h

J A L S A B U L L E T I N

“Show respect to your elders

and act in a kind manner to those younger

than you”

H o l y Q u r ’ a n C o m p l e t i o n s We will, Insha Allah, recognize Nasirat who have completed their first recitation of the Holy Qur’an during this coming Jalsa Salana as we have done during the past few years. The recognition will take place during the afternoon session on Saturday, June 21st, 2008, with Begum Sahiba presiding, Insha Allah. In order to have a smooth process, we request you to follow the guidelines below. Requirement of the date when the Holy Qur’an was completed: Nasirat should have finished the Holy Qur’an between September 2007 – May 2008. Nasirat that participated in last year’s recognition at Jalsa Salana should not register their name. Registration: If your Nasira has completed the Holy Qur’an since September 2007 or is presently reading the Qur’an and will be finished by the end of May 2008, Please send her name on the form emailed to the local Sadrs. Registrations must be sent in by June 10, 2008 to muavinsadr@yahoo.com Photograph Submission: This year we would like to display the pictures of the Nasirat while they are being recognized. To facilitate this process, please be sure to send a picture of the Nasira along with the form, If possible. Jazak Allah!

By the Grace of Allah and according to Huzoor’s (aba) instructions, children and mothers with young children will have their own Jalsa Gah this year. For the past few years, we have been offering a special program for children ages 5—10 in the children’s tent at Jalsa. However, with growing interest and increasing number of children registered comes challenges. Children’s Jalsa Gah will be a full size, air conditioned hall with it’s own stage set up as well as other amenities available in the Ladies Hall. (i.e. Large screen audio/video setup, carpeted and chair-seating areas etc.) Convenient stroller parking will be provided and the hall is in close proximity with Ziafat (dining) hall for mothers and children’s convenience. An enclosed private area will also be set up in this hall for nursing mothers.

Again, we plan to have a well structured program for three age groups (5—6, 7—8, and 9—10). The objective is to gradually train our children to listen and appreciate the Jalsa while a l lowing for a fun , educational, and Islamic environment. The following are just some of the activities planned for this year: ☺ Listening to & discussing

select Jalsa topics ☺ Islamic etiquettes ☺ Islamic songs and poems ☺ Islamic stories/Creative

writing ☺ Islamic projects ☺ Arts & Crafts ☺ Prayers and Ahadith ☺ Sports & Games ☺ Snacks & Lunch The children will be in a supervised environment at all times with at least one leader and one assistant for each group in activities area. However, all mothers of children under the age of 7 will remain with their

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D i d Yo u K n o w ? The first Jalsa Salana of Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya was held on Dec 27th 1891 in Qadian. Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya was established

on Mar 23rd 1889. 75 people attended the first Jalsa in Aqsa Mosque, Qadian. During the life of Promised Messiahas seventeen Jalsas were held Khalifatul Masih IIra allowed the women to attend the Jalsa for the first time in 1914 The first separate Jalsa for women was held in 1917 The Jalsa held in 1939 was celebrated as the Golden Jubilee of Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya Rabwah’s first Jalsa Salana was held in 1949 The Jalsa of 1989 was celebrated for completion of 100 years since establishment of Ahmadiyyat. Hazrat Maulvi

Mohammad Hussainra who was a Companion of Promised Messiahas especially attended this Jalsa on the request of Khalifatul Masih IV, Hazrat Mirza Tahir Ahmadra.

A n n u a l Aw a r d s InshaAllah, we will be giving out awards for the 2006-2007 Lajna year on Saturday, June 21, 2008 in the afternoon session. As last year, we will not have trophies. Majaalis that will be getting an award will be contacted before Jalsa and will be re-quested to take designated seats during the second session of Ladies program on Saturday. Awards winning Majaalis will receive a cer-tificate at the stage and a book when they return back to their seats. Local Sadrs, if you are not planning to at-tend Jalsa this year, please let us know at gslajna@yahoo.com or LajnaJalsaOf-fice@yahoo.com.

As has been the tradition of Lajna Imaillah-USA for the past few years, Insha Allah, we will be welcoming our new sisters to the fold Ahmadiyyat during Jalsa this year as well. During the 2006-2007 Lajna year, 26 new baits were ob-tained, Alhamdolillah! We welcome our new sisters from the depths of our hearts and pray that may Allah en-able to us help each other in

We l c o m i n g N e w A h m a d i S i s t e r s t o J a l s a S a l a n a

case we run out of these DORMS, a hotel room will be reserved providing you have returned guest information by May 15th, 2008. You will have to make accommodations for your guest after this date at your own expense.

♦ J a m a a t w i l l p r o v i d e accommodation from the night of June 20th until the night of June 21st. Additional nights will be at the expense of the guest. Any room reserved and not filled on the reserve date, expense will be borne by the sponsor.

♦ I f a g u e s t r e q u i r e s

Please keep in mind the following important stipulations: ♦ Every guest must have a

Jamaat sponsor/host along with contact information.

♦ Guests will be sent welcome packets and invitations to attend the Guest Dinner on Saturday, June 21st.

♦ If a guest is requesting accommodations, they must specify the dates they plan to attend Jalsa.

♦ J a m a a t w i l l p r o v i d e accommodations in the DORMS. One Dorm has 4 rooms, 2 bathrooms, living area and a kitchenette in it. In

A r e Yo u B r i n i n g N o n - A h m a d i G u e s t s t o J a l s a ?

Please bring

your guests to

hospitality booth

for welcome

packets and gifts.

(Hospitality Team)

transportation assistance to Jalsa, that cost should be met by the local Jamaat. If the local Jamaat is unable to accommodate, please contact Naib Amir, Zaheer Bajwa Sahib at Zabajwa@verizon.net or call 301-879-0110 or 202-689-4258.

♦ Please send guest forms to tabligh@alislam.org. You will be contacted via email to confirm receipt.

Brother Ali Murtaza, Secretary Tabligh USA

our journey towards our Creator, Ameen. Local Sadrs, please send us the names of the new Sisters who will be attending the Jalsa this year at LajnaJalsaOf-fice@yahoo.com by June 10, 2008. JazakAllah!

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Turning up late and leaving early without permission affects the whole organization. If for a genuine reason you are unable to attend, please give enough notice so alternative arrangements can be made.

◊ Please work only in the areas assigned to you. Do not change duties on your own accord, as it causes confusion.

◊ It cannot be emphasized enough that we should be patient and polite at all times. Our guests have spent time, money and effort to attend this Jalsa. If a guest complains about inappropriate behavior from a volunteer, her duty badge will be taken

◊ You are fortunate to have the privilege to serve the guests of the Promised Messiahas. The examples of the Holy Prophetsaw and the Promised Messiahas are guidelines for us. We expect all duty holders to abide by these guidelines.

◊ Seek Allah's help through prayer so that He enables you to perform your duty in the best possible manner.

◊ A duty list has been prepared by Nazima Hazri Nigrani. Members will be informed of their duties individually. If for any reason you cannot do the duty allocated to you, please inform her immediately.

◊ Punctuality is important. Your presence during the time of duty is a must.

away. ◊ All volunteers have only

one purpose, and that is to make the Jalsa a success. Please do not interfere with each other's duty.

◊ Any complaints or feedback should go through the proper channels. If you have suggestions, inform your Nazima.

◊ While on duty, keep the dignity of the office in mind. Consider yourself as a role model and a representative of the USA Jamaat. Unnecessary talking sets a bad example, please refrain from it.

◊ No jobs should be considered below one’s dignity. Surely all reward is with Allah and He does not like arrogance.

during Jalsa Salana. For your duty shift time,

please confirm it at Hazri Nigrani at the Jalsa Gah

Your Nazima and/or Naiba w i l l , I n shaA l l ah be contacting you soon. But if you have any questions p lease contact her directly.

Also, note that all workers must register before they are assigned their duties and have their ID with them at all times.

Please do not hesitate to contact me or my core team members if you have any general questions regarding your duty. Jazakamullah Ahsanul Jaza for your willingness to serve and anticipated cooperation. Please continue to pray for the safety of Huzooraba and success of Jalsa. Wassalam Rizwana Khokhar rsmidnortheast@yahoo.com (973) 320-8863

Dear S isters Assalamo Alaikum, On behalf of Hazri Nigrani department I would like to express my gratitude for your offer to volunteer at the Jalsa Salana USA. May Allah Almighty enable you to serve to the guests of the Promised Messiahas to the best of your ability and may He accept your services in His cause and reward you abundantly, Ameen. Please be aware of your duties

M e s s a g e f r o m N a z i m a H a z r i N i g r a n i ( Vo l u n t e e r i s m )

Do You Know:

◊ Your duty

department?

◊ Your duty

shift/times?

◊ Nazima &

Naiba’s

contact

information?

I n s t r u c t i o n s f o r A l l Vo l u n t e e r s

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J A L S A B U L L E T I N

Lajna Imaillah USA

15000 Good Hope Road

Silver Spring, MD 20905

For additional information, please

visit www.ahmadiyya.us/lajna

LajnaOffice@yahoo.com

Lajnakids@yahoo.com

L o c a l S a d r s ’ C h e c k L i s t Register for Jalsa Salana if you have not already done so Send names of girls who have completed their first reading of the Holy Quran to

muavinsadr@yahoo.com Send names of New Ahmadi sisters that will be attending the Jalsa Salana this year to

LajnaJalsaOffice@yahoo.com Please communicate with the hospitality team if you are planning to bring non-Ahmadi

guests. Make sure that your handicraft competition item reaches before Jummah on June 20th, 2008. Please make sure that all volunteers are aware of their duty place, shift and times. Please

confirm that they are attending the Jalsa and remind them of their respective duties. Local Sadr is responsible for all the workers in their Majlis; please make sure all the shift

workers arrive 20—30 minutes before shift time, sign-in, get badges and report to the Nazima. At the end of shift, please have all workers sign-out and return badges. Local Sadrs, if you will not be attending the Jalsa this year, please inform us at

LajnaJalsaOffice@yahoo.com ASAP and let us know who will represent you to coordinate activities for volunteers with Hazri Nigrani Practice moments of silence with your Lajna & Nasirat in every gathering and remind them

about the importance of keeping silence