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New Beginnings

Al Hijra, Muslim New Year

Reflection

“May Allah this New Year bring many opportunities your way, to explore every joy of life and may your resolutions for the days ahead stay firm, turning all your dreams into reality and all your efforts into great achievements.”
~ Source Unknown

Prayer

God of life, the beginning of a New Year is often a time of great optimism and hope. As our Muslim sisters and brothers celebrate the birth of a New Year, may we dedicate ourselves to the exploration of joy and the firmness of resolution. Open our hearts and minds to your presence and truth that we might pursue the year ahead with compassion and love. Amen.

Call to Action

Treat today as if it is the start of a new year. Commit to one action or habit that will make the coming year one of profound faith and service.

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