401 Washington Ave. Carnegie, PA 15106

Joint Statement on Racism

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم​
​In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

“All mankind is from Adam and Eve. An Arab has no superiority over a non-Arab, nor does a non-Arab have any superiority over an Arab; a white has no superiority over a black, nor does a black have any superiority over a white; [none have superiority over another] except by piety and good action.” 
- Prophet Muhammed (Peace Be Upon Him-PBUH)

This is one of the last pieces of wisdom that Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) gave us in his final message. In light of recent events, this message rings especially true. George Floyd is not the first black person to be murdered due to the color of his skin in this country. This tragedy is terrible, but even more horrifying is that it is not unique. Many other black people have been killed for the color of their skin. Their lives have systematically been treated as inferior, which goes directly against our beliefs. 

Allah has decreed that all of mankind come from one place and are equal except for two things: Piety and Action. Thus, we must take action in the wake of this horrific crime. It is imperative that we do all that we can to apply our teachings and beliefs to the real world. This means fighting racism side by side and doing what we can to make our society equal for all. We understand that the COVID-19 Pandemic may have limited our ability in many ways, but we implore everyone to do what is in their capacity.  

We must engage in conversations with our children about race relations, equality, and civic duties. This must happen not only at home, but in our schools and places of worship. Collectively our dialogues must reach across the social spectrum. We must use our unique abilities to make our voices heard. This includes speaking, writing, or protesting. Moreover, the ballot must overpower the bullet: vote for representatives that will listen to our voices and will work with us to implement institutional change.  Allah is the all-seeing and the most merciful; we will be rewarded for the good deeds in this life no matter how small. 

We profoundly express our sadness to the family and friends of George Floyd and all the other victims of this injustice. As a Muslim community, we condemn the continuing subjugation and degradation of human beings based on their race and ethnic background.  We ask our creator for forgiveness and guidance to do better in this life and to be prepared for the hereafter. 

Allah subhanahu wa taalaa says in Surat Alhujurat (Chapter 49):

يَا أَيُّهَا النَّاسُ إِنَّا خَلَقْنَاكُمْ مِنْ ذَكَرٍ وَأُنْثَى وَجَعَلْنَاكُمْ شُعُوبًا وَقَبَائِلَ لِتَعَارَفُوا إِنَّ أَكْرَمَكُمْ عِنْدَ اللَّهِ أَتْقَاكُمْ إِنَّ اللَّهَ عَلِيمٌ خَبِير

“O mankind, indeed We have created you from a male and a female and made you nations and tribes that you get to know one another; indeed, the most gracious/noble amongst you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous of you; indeed, Allah is Knowing and Aware.”

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Jumu'ah Prayers at AIC
By Registration Only!

We are pleased to announce that Jumu'ah Prayers have resumed at the Masjid. Please carefully read the instruction and guidelines provided below before registration.

Instructions

1. To attend the Friday prayers YOU MUST REGISTER USING THE LINK PROVIDED BELOW.
2. No one who has a fever, cough, or had contact with a COVID-19 patient is allowed to register or attend.
3. Please note, admission for Friday prayer will not be allowed unless you are registered.
4. Please note that you have to register and attend for the right prayer time-slot. Registration will end upon reaching full capacity of every time-slot or at 11:59 pm Thursday night altogether, whichever happens first. 
5. Only up to 50% capacity will be allowed at any given time in the Masjid, per PA Green Phase guidelines.
6. AIC has moral commitment to protect the health and safety of all patrons, particularly the most vulnerable to the be affected by an infection. Therefore, AIC will abide by the PA Governor’s rules and by the guidelines from health experts.

disclaimer

It is your understanding and agreement that coming to the Masjid is up to your own will and consent, and you understand that there is a risk of being infected by someone in the congregation.  As a result, you agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Attawheed Islamic Center, its employees, directors, affiliates and agents from any and/or all claims arising out of or related to any possible infection.

conditions for attendance

To begin phased reopening on June 5, 2020 for Friday prayer (which will be reviewed weekly), AIC has instituted
the following guidelines for everybody safety in our community:

1. Men only between the ages of 16-65 allowed to register and attend.
2. No kids allowed or Sisters allowed at the present time, those with high risk health conditions, or men older than 65 to safeguard their safety and the safety of others.
3. You MUST bring your own prayer rug and face mask. No one will be allowed to enter the Masjid, if they do not have a prayer rug with them and a face mask.
4. Hand sanitizer will be provided at the door. Please use it before entering the Masjid and when leaving. If you have your own mini hand sanitizer, please bring. 
5. Abide by the 6ft separation between brothers while entering or leaving the Masjid. Do not crowd to try to enter ahead or leave early.
6. Abide by the 6ft separation between brothers during prayer areas that are marked in the prayer hall for everybody’s convenience
7. Wudu (Ablution) should be done at home. Wudu area/bathrooms will be opened only in emergency situations
8. No hand shaking or hugs – reminders will be posted at entrances. There will be verbal reminders from volunteers to each individual as they enter,
9. No books or literature should be handled while in the Masjid, including Qur’aan books. Please bring your own.
10. No congregating before or after prayers. Please exit as soon as the prayer is over to allow for cleaning and disinfecting for the next prayer. 
11. There will 3 Jumu'ah prayers each Friday (12 pm, 1 pm, & 2 pm). The doors will open 10 mins before each prayer.
12. We emphasize for Jumu'ah prayers: you must register online. When allowed registration capacity is reached, the sign up/registration form will be disabled. In shaa Allah you will receive confirmation email that you will need to show at the door to gain entry. You have to attend at the prayer time for which you successfully registered for.

Guidelines for the State of Pennsylvania

Governor Wolf has released a plan to reopen Pennsylvania and to start lifting stay-at-home orders beginning May 8, 2020. This will occur in three phases (red, yellow, and green) and certain precautions must be taken in each stage. Regions of the state may move from the red phase to the yellow phase if averaging less than 50 COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents over a 14-day period.
It was then further announced on 5/29/2020 that that most counties in southwestern Pennsylvania, including Allegheny, are to be designated as green June 5, which further allows their economies to reopen and with fewer restrictions. However, CDC guidelines are still encouraged to be observed.

registration

Register for 1st Jumu'ah Prayer at 12:00 pm
Register for 2nd Jumu'ah Prayer at 1:00 pm
Register for 3rd Jumu'ah Prayer at 2:00 pm

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Prayer Times

Fajr 4:45 am

Isha 10:30 pm

1st Jumu'ah 12:00 pm

1st Jumu'ah 12:00 pm

2nd Jumu'ah 1:00 pm

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About Us

Attawheed Islamic Center (AIC) today is located in Carnegie, PA and attracts more ~700 patrons, serving the Muslim Community of West Pittsburgh.  Its serving areas include Carnegie, Heidlerberg, Greentree, Scott Township, Collier Township, Dormont, Mt. Lebanon, Upper St. Clair, South Fayette, North Fayette, Oakdale, Bridgeville, McDonald, Robinson Township, Findlay Township, Moon Township, Baldwin Township, Bethal Park, and other nearby areas. Read More...

Our History

Attawheed Islamic Center (AIC) was established by graduate students from Saudi Arabia attending University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University and registered on June 12, 1995 with the State of Pennsylvania as a non-profit religious organization providing religious services for Muslims residing in the western areas of Pittsburgh and the western suburbs. At the beginning, it attracted mostly Arab speaking patrons. Read More...

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Mission & Values

• Providing religious and related services to Muslims residing in West Pittsburgh and within reaching distance
• Connecting with Muslims and making dawa in Western and Southern suburbs of Pittsburgh
• Providing Islamic environment and education to children
• Participating in and fostering brotherhood among various Islamic centers and Masaajid as an essential prerequisite component of unity
• Providing dawa (invitation to Islam) to non-Muslims