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This Friday, join us at IOST for an evening of reflection, inspiration, and community connection. We are honored to host Brother Ahmad Alsardary, who will deliver a special talk titled:
“Placing Your Trust in Allah”
Tawakkul—reliance upon Allah (SWT)—is a cornerstone of our faith. In this talk, we will explore how true tawakkul strengthens our hearts, brings tranquility in difficult times, and guides us through life’s challenges with certainty that Allah is the Best of Planners.
📖 Event Details
– Date: Friday, September 12, 2025
– Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM (Please note that our program will start immediately after Maghrib Prayer)
– Location: IOST Masjid, 161 Grand Ave, Johnson City, NY 13790
🍽️ Following the program, we warmly invite you to our annual Welcome Back Dinner, free for the entire community. This will be a wonderful opportunity not only to enjoy a meal together but also to reconnect with friends and welcome families who are new to the area. We will also have some fun and games for children and a chance to win prizes!
✨ A special announcement will also be shared during the evening—don’t miss it!
PS: Are you a caterer or would like to cook for our welcome back dinner? If so, please contact us at 607.729.7265 so we can get a dish made from you!
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📢 Now Hiring A Cleaning Person 📢
The Islamic Organization of the Southern Tier (IOST) is looking for a professional and reliable part-time cleaning person to help maintain our masjid.
If you are a detail-oriented, trustworthy, and hardworking individual, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Position Details:
🔹 Hours: Flexible, part-time schedule (approx. 25-30 hours/week).
🔹 Salary: Competitive and based on experience.
Responsibilities include:
🧹 Performing general cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
🧽 Dusting and wiping down all surfaces.
💧 Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms and prayer areas.
✨ Ensuring all areas of the masjid are tidy and presentable.
Requirements:
✔️ Proven experience in professional cleaning.
✔️ Ability to work independently.
✔️ Must be reliable and trustworthy.
✔️ Open to both brothers and sisters.
How to Apply:
Please contact Imam Anas to discuss the position and schedule an interview. You can reach him at 607.729.7265 or 607.821.9409 or email anas@iost.org.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Another Janazah Today at IOST at 6 PM.
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji‘un
(“Indeed, to Allah we belong and to Him we shall return.”)
With deep sorrow and complete submission to the will of Allah ﷻ, we announce the passing of our beloved community member, Dr. Syed Ahmed. He passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, at the age of 94.
Dr. Syed Ahmed was a long-time resident of Binghamton, having moved here in 1970. He was a deeply respected and cherished member of our community and was instrumental in the establishment of the Islamic Organization of the Southern Tier (IOST). His kindness, wisdom, and significant contributions will be remembered and deeply missed.
He is survived by his beloved children, Yasmath Fathima Ahmad and Siraaj Ahmad.
We pray that Allah ﷻ forgives his shortcomings, grants him light in his grave, and elevates him to the highest ranks of Jannatul-Firdaus. May Allah ﷻ also bless his family with patience and strength during this difficult time.
Janazah & Burial Details
📍 Reception: Thursday, September 4, 2025 | 4:30 – 5:45 PM
The family will be accepting visitors at the masjid to pay their respects.
Islamic Organization of the Southern Tier (IOST) Masjid
161 Grand Ave, Johnson City, NY 13790
📍 Janazah Prayer: Thursday, September 4, 2025 | 6:00 PM (Immediately after Asr Prayer)
IOST Masjid (everyone is welcome, regardless of religion)
📍 Burial: Immediately following Janazah
IOST Cemetery
100 East Maine Road, Johnson City, NY 13790
We ask Allah ﷻ to envelop our beloved brother, Dr. Syed Ahmed, in His vast mercy; to make his grave spacious and filled with light; to make it a garden from the gardens of Paradise; and to purify him of all sins as a white garment is purified of dirt.
We pray that Allah ﷻ grants him Jannatul-Firdaus without reckoning and reunites him with his loved ones in the company of the Prophets, the truthful, the martyrs, and the righteous.
Please keep him in your sincere du‘as.
Janazah Today at 6 PM at IOST
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji‘un
(“Indeed, to Allah we belong and to Him we shall return.” – Qur’an 2:156)
With deep sorrow and submission to the will of Allah ﷻ, we announce the passing of our beloved community member, Dr. Mohammad Ikramul Haq, father of Dr. Nabia Ikram, on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. May Allah ﷻ forgive his shortcomings, illuminate his grave, and grant him the highest station in Jannatul-Firdaus.
Janazah & Burial Arrangements
📍 Janazah Prayer: (Today) Wednesday, September 3, 2025 | 6:00 PM at IOST Masjid (open to all) 161 Grand Ave, Johnson City, NY 13790
📍 Burial: Immediately following Janazah
IOST Cemetery
100 East Maine Road, Johnson City, NY 13790
We ask Allah ﷻ to envelop our beloved brother, Dr. Mohammad Ikramul Haq, in His vast mercy. We pray that He expands his grave and illuminates it, makes it a garden from the gardens of Paradise, and purifies him from all sins and shortcomings, just as a white garment is purified from dirt. We ask Allah ﷻ to grant him the highest station in Jannatul-Firdaus without any reckoning, and to reunite him with his family and loved ones in the company of the prophets, the truthful, the martyrs, and the righteous. May Allah ﷻ grant immense patience and strength to his daughter, Dr. Nabia Ikram, and all his family and friends during this difficult time. Please keep him in your sincere du‘as.
Your Child’s Spiritual Journey Starts Here: New Classes & Registration Live at IOST!
Link to Register: www.iost.org/childrensclasses
Alhamdulillah! The new school year is just around the corner, and we are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for IOST’s Sunday classes and IQRA After-School program!
This year, we have some incredible additions to our curriculum, designed to help your children connect with their faith in a meaningful way. We are especially excited to introduce two new programs:
– Muslim Explorers: A fun and engaging class for our youngest learners, children ages Pre-K 3 to Kindergarten.
– Deen Connect: A dedicated program for high schoolers (grades 9-12) to delve deeper into Islamic topics and build a stronger connection with their peers and their deen. This program is completely free, and no registration is required! Students can simply show up and attend.
Full Program Details
Here’s a look at our full lineup of children’s classes:
*Muslim Explorers: Pre-K 3 to KG on Sundays from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM.
*Al-Nur Academy: Grades 1-5 on Sundays from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
*Ma’rifa Program: Grades 6-8 on Sundays from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
*Deen Connect: Grades 9-12 on Sundays from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM.
*IQRA After-School: Quran classes held Monday through Thursday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Registration is Live!
For all programs except Deen Connect, spots are limited, so we encourage you to register soon to secure your child’s spot. Registration will close on September 6th.
Ready to register? Visit our website at www.iost.org/childrensclasses to learn more and sign up today!
Islamic Org. of the Southern Tier (IOST)
- 833-607-IOST
- office@iost.org
- 161 Grand Ave, Johnson City, NY