Eid ul Fitr Announcement
About
Our Community
Welcome to our vibrant community center located in the heart of Lehigh Valley in Whitehall. We are a 501c(3) non-profit organization dedicated to serving the religious, educational, and social needs of the Muslim community in Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton and surrounding areas. Our center provides a welcoming space for prayer, Quranic studies, Islamic education, and community events. We strive to foster a sense of unity and belonging among our diverse community members, promoting understanding and cooperation. Join us in our mission to create a strong and thriving Muslim community in Lehigh Valley.
Our Core Values
In all its activities, the Muslim Association of Lehigh Valley is guided by the Qur’an and the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him (PBUH), and the traditions of the four rightly guided Khaliphas. The sources and stipulations of our Constitution and Bylaws are in compliance with the principles and guidelines of the Holy Qur’an and the established, honorable, pure Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad, PBUH.
Our Services
MALV represents a multi-ethnic and vibrant community of Muslims residing in Lehigh Valley. The center is built on 7 acres of land and includes a mosque, library, full-time Islamic school and weekend Islamic school.
Religious Services
Our Mosque is open for five daily prayers, juma and special prayers during the month of Ramadan. Mosque is led by our Imam Daniel Hernandez and Imam Ahmed Nawaz Uddin.
Social Services
Our social service initiates include distribution of zakat funds to the needy in Lehigh Valley, working with our community physicians and offering Free Health Clinic, providing assistance in filing for federal and state assistance.
Interfaith & Dawah Services
We diligently promote dialogue with individuals with diverse belief practices, which makes us more active in developing positive relationships with our neighbors and community.
Educational Services
Education is one of the cornerstone of MALV. Our educational services include: Daily Halaqas after Fajr and Isha by the Imam Weekly community Dars Monthly Sister’s tea time once a month.
Health & Wellness Services
MALV Free Clinic is a non-profit free-of-charge clinic open for all regardless of their ethnicity, social, religious, or economic status, which will strive to provide quality healthcare to the Lehigh Valley community.
Online Services
Access our YouTube channel at the convenience of your home. We publish our reminders, juma khutba’s and other major events online.
Programs & Events
1
Maktab
Our new afterschool program for Quran and Islamic studies. This is designed to equip our kids to deal with a rapidly changing and confusing world.
2
Night Inspiration from Riyadus Saliheen
Daily Readings of Riyad us Saliheen compiled by Imam Nawawi to serve as an inspiration and means for spiritual exercise.
3
Exploring Quran
Every Wednesday after Maghreb join us for Tafsir of Quran. series begins with an emphasis on Revelation in general pertaining to the message brought by all the Prophets of Allah.
Community News & Activities
Here are the latest opportunities to strengthen your faith and connect with the community.
- Multiple DatesSat, May 04WhitehallMay 04, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMWhitehall, Whitehall, PA, USA
Imam Daniel Abdullah Hernandez
Our Imam
Imam & Religious Director
Imam Daniel was born and raised in Queens, New York which gives him the unique ability to understand the challenges of Muslims living in America.
He is a revert to Islam which gives him a different perspective, additionally, he experienced some of the challenges of youths in this country which gives him a unique advantage to easily relate with our youths.
Imam Daniel has many years of experience serving as imam in the USA including: Islamic Society of Triplex and Pearland Islamic Center where he served for the past eight years as the Imam. Prior to his career as an Imam, he has served as Islamic school teacher and principal