Ford, Muslims and mosques in Dearborn, Michigan
Dearborn is the hometown of Henry Ford and the world headquarters of the Ford Motor Company. Many years ago Muslim immigrants to the United States (US) were drawn to the relatively high-paying jobs associated with the auto industry in the area.
Dearborn, Michigan now has the largest single concentration of Arab Muslims in North America. There are 32,000 Arab Muslims from Lebanon, Yemen and Iraq living in East Dearborn, making up almost 1/3 of the population. In some districts it is common to see store signs and billboards written in Arabic.
Shi'a Mosque
The Islamic Centre of America in Dearborn, a Shi'a mosque frequented mostly by Lebanese Muslims, is the largest mosque in the US. The Centre's attractive website has several good photos: http://www.icofa.com/.
Mosques and Islamic Centres play an important role in the life of American Muslims. They are places of refuge and of rest; places where a Muslim can experience the Islamic community and learn about Islam. Many Muslims feel safer and more relaxed within the centres which are somewhat isolated from outside influences. Dearborn is one of the few places in the US where one can actually hear the call to prayer publicly over a loudspeaker.
Making Christ Known
There have been a number of efforts to make Christ better known to Muslims in Dearborn. However, many believers say that in general, it can sometimes be even harder to discuss believing in Jesus with Muslims in Dearborn than elsewhere. Muslims in Michigan have a fortress mentality manifested in community pressure to conform to Muslim ideals.
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Prayer starters:
* Pray that the Muslims in Dearborn will respond to the Gospel message they have heard (Acts 28:26-28).
* Pray for the Arabic speaking Muslim background believers who live in the area. May they have God's grace in the Yemeni, Iraqi and Lebanese neighborhoods to start new communities of believers.
* Pray for the new adult male believers in the Messiah to openly profess their faith in the context of their families, as well as in the larger Muslim communities. Their influence and authority in the home and society will pave the way for the Gospel to be heard and obeyed by others.
From Thief to Giver
Ali (not his real name) was a man with a very hard heart. In the past he would ride trains and befriend people. When they fell asleep, he would steal their belongings, jump off the train and sell the things. He tried Islam but it did not change him. When his sister-in-law became a Christian he persecuted her. Later, however, he acknowledged Jesus as Lord and he is now one of the main leaders of the church! The transformation in his life has been nothing less than incredible! He is one of the most humble and loving men we know. This is especially seen in how he cares for his wife and daughters!
Thoughts that disturb ...
* Muslims often believe that the Bible has been altered and corrupted. They will deny its authority because they see it as not being authentic.
* Muslims believe the Holy Trinity implies a belief in three gods. Many Muslims believe that the Christian Trinity is made up of the Father, Mary (the virgin) and the Son (Jesus).
* They believe it is blasphemy to affirm the divinity of Jesus and to give Him the title “Son of God”. Many believe this implies that God had sexual relations with Mary and that a son was born physically through the union. (This idea is also unacceptable for Christians.)
Video: Muslims in Dearborn
Dearborn, Arab Capital of America, history and info about Islamic Center in Dearborn [3:26]
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interesting,,,,,perhaps this way...?
1) actually,this is not YOUR country...as YOU have stolen this land from the rightful owners
of this land/country...>> the native tribes <<
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I am a native of this land, I am an active member of a tribe and an active American citizen. I don't feel anything has been stolen from me, I am a very important part of this country. Don't speak for me al.Caswa. I am not a victim. I am so tired of hearing this rhetoric, oh you Americans stole from and murdered the natives....guess what? I have a grandfather...3 to 4 times great who envisioned a great future and helped the US Military. I am an American and the only person who wants to steal my heritage from me is you. Get a new cause.
I was "searching" information on Muslim life in America..when I came across this page..I read through most of the comments posted on here and could not believe some of the things that..supposedly mature adults were saying.. I am an American Catholic who was raised in a Catholic environment my whole life..I was never taught to pass judgment on anyone for who they were, what they had, what religion they were or what they wore..people have opinions and are free to say what they will..but there is only one being who has the right to judge..and whether he is called "God" or "Allah" you will stand "alone" before him one day and answer for all "YOU" have done that was right or wrong..not anyone else..I was taught to pray for "peace"..whether if it was for myself, family..or this world..
There are people in this life that do bad things..and they come from all types of backgrounds, race and religion..but that doesn't make "Everyone" of their race and religion a bad person..with bad intentions...
May God "Allah" watch over each one of you.
Maybe kristi is not aware of what all muslims intents are for this Country, and I mean,... it's not good!
@ Tom...
somehow i fail to understand how YOU..of all people would have any information EVEN IF......
muslim intend to do anything in this country...
And for the record, all muslim want to do,is live in peace without having ANYONE spreadding
lies in a hope to create more hate between people..
tell me Tom..when was the last time the Muslim INVADED ANY COUNTRY..??
I an sure that Kristi is sensible enought to be able to come to her own conclusions
and see the hate and malice generating from some comments here..
Do remember that in time we ALL have to stand before our Creator..and explain our
words and actions..and the REAL intention behind our words and actions....
May Allah have Mercy on you,and may He guide you on the Straight Path..
@ Tom,i think the question was>>WHEN was the last time...etc..etc..so, we are talking here the year 700..some...when the muslin conquered Spain,it is now the year 2011..and we (america) still in Iraq,Afghanistan,Libya...and we are still working hard on Iran..and not only...not keeping track here..but the question is WHY....??
But if you wish to talk about events of the past..shall i mention Pope Urban II
as in the Crusaders.? which by the way,when the muslin "invaded" spain,they did not slaughter people and children like the crusaders did...
You are only "american" because your ancestors migrated to this country...not unless you are a native indian american...which i doubt..
So you said >>muslims have contributed nothing to this world, <> http://tinyurl.com/7d67sap <<
May Allah take the hateful torment from your heart,
and grant you Tom, a moment of Solace that you may know how it feels..
Lord knows you are in desperate need..
i cannot come close to immagine myself living day in,day out with so much hate inside of me, like you have...i truly pity you...
I just wonder why you hate Islam so much....
hmmmm..it seems that for some reason something was "cut' from ny post..
lets try again..
>> So you said >>muslims have contributed nothing to this world, <> http://tinyurl.com/7d67sap <<
Muslims invaded Kuwait in 1990. Or were you not old enough to remember that?
@ Kristi..
If you wish to learn about Islam..
Its very important to learn from the right sources,...
much out there that is incorrect about Islam..i to grow up Catholic,therefore i know
Christianity very well..there is really very little differance between Islam,Christianity and
Judaism...if only people would take the time to learn and understand that...
instead of putting all their effords in hating eachother..
Here is a link to the stories of the lifes of the Prophets and Messengers of Allah/God
from Adam to our last Prophet...all in english,you can listen at the site
or download to your pc...
http://tinyurl.com/7ht9t23
it will enjoy listening to this i am sure of it...click on the drop window and,you will find info
about Sharia Law, principles of Jurisprudence,history of Islam..etc..ect..
this is a very good site for anyone who wish to learn about Islam..
the narrator is brother Bashar Shala,( he is a cardiac surgeon)
he explain in detail..
May Allah/God open your heart to the Beauty of Islam....
There is a huge difference in those religions. Christianity is the only religion that accepts and believes that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and is God, and has been here as a man over 2000 years ago and is coming back again. He is the only way to the Father.
@ Steve, i can see by your first few words that you have very limited knowledge about Islam,Christianity and Jadaism..no offense meant, just stating a fact.
If you read the Old Testament (the Torah) the books of the Bible,and the Quran,you will find that the Message of the Prophers/Messengers of Allah/God is the same..what changes is the law's..why? because the difference in times..new things,new events etc..etc=new laws..About believing in Jesus,a muslim is NOT a muslim if he does not accept and believe in Jesus..And you are right,Jesus said :the only way to the Father/Allah is trough Me..meaning,follow and obey the Message the Father/Creator sent me with..He also said: i was not sent BUT for the lost sheeps=the house of israel= the jews..Jesus never claim Divinity,He is not,and never said "i am God..never...please dont take my word for it..but do read the Bible..even better,read the Quran..
read John 14:16-15:16-16:7-16:13..Jesus message its right there..do you not believe in what he said..?
in the Old testament read Haggai ii7,in read Deuteronomy 34:10..to mention few..i will reply later to your other posts Insha Allah
Look around the world..Your prayers for peace have fell on deaf ears.
Islam is a false religion. Allah is one of many Muslim Gods. he is not THE God of Christians. He is not the God of the Jews. He is not the creator of the universe or anything. If your Allah is anything, then why is it that 95% of Muslims world wide are dirt poor and illiterate? Your hidden agenda for the destruction of Christians and Jews and for the take over of the world by Shariah law is not welcome here in America. Americans and Christians alike will not accept your tyranny, threats, or polluting of God's Holy Word, the Bible, by your satanic driven false religion. Read the Biblical account of Isaac and Ishmael, and you will see where Ishmael is not the chosen of God and he is the direct source of your Islamic movement which is by Biblical accounts, prohesied to be at odds with the line of Isaac. Seek Jesus.
False religion is CORRECT!!!
allah is the moon god and that's all it is, a moon deity!
Allah is God. "Allah" means "God" in Arabic. There is no God but God (Allah) himself. That's what Muslims believe. The fact that you think Islam has many dieties shows that you are sadly misinformed. So before you express your thoughts, with all due respect, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE ACCURATE INFORMATION. Islam says to respect others' religions and their views. It tells us to respect even those who hate. So I will respect you, and not retaliate with bigotry against your religion in response to your comment. And whatever tribe is at odds with whichever- honestly, what does it matter?
@ Amna..
Salam Alaikum sis..
"lâ ilâha illâ allâh"= there is no god but Allah
Allah is the name of God
Ilah=deity=god
So His name is not ilah="God"
But His name is Allah
If we say.."there is no god but God"..which god are we talking about..as you know there are many gods..
Salam Alaikum Wa RahmatuAllah...
asalam!
Please tell me if there are any Sufis in your community and their lineage? There is something about modernity and transcendence above dogma that seems very helpful for our times AND the ecumenical spirit of your community (from watching TLC). I would be grateful for the community's feeling on this subject, insha'allah.
Alhumduliallah (please excuse my spelling),
PK Aziza in Denver, CO.
PS. I know only a few words of Arabic and Farsi
Again, tashakur!
Aziza..this is a Christian site not a muslim site.
About dearborn..i cannot say for sure,as i do not live there,but i doubt if there are any sufi there..it's a predominantly Shia community.
one of these days these people are going to start killing the good people
so your one of the good people when your accusing people of doing something that you have no evidence of?
Islam has no hidden agenda, except to promote peace- that may be hard for you to believe because the media has distorted the image of Islam so much. Funny how history repeats itself: not too long ago, Jews were persecuted by Christians and (still are) accused to have a hidden agenda, too. What next- Hindus will be accused of having a hidden agenda? it depends on whom the us govt. and media hates at the time.
I wish to speak to Amna, who has posted comments.
I am a devout follower of Jesus. Jesus came to show God's love, not His hatred. I am ashamed of some of the other posts I have read which claim to be written in Jesus' name. You are certainly correct in asserting that the term "Allah" is simply the word "God" in Arabic; just as you, I am saddened by the ignorance of many regarding Islam, as well as regarding true Christianity. I have many Muslim friends and regret the hatred and fear with which many American "Christians" view Muslims.
The reason that I felt compelled to write this to you (as well as to others who might be reading) is to say that my belief in Jesus causes me to see you with neither hatred nor fear, but rather with compassion.
I have read both the Bible and the Qur'an entirely. In doing so, with a heart of seeking God, I have found truth in the Bible's presentation of Jesus that I can find no where else. I hope that the hateful attitude of so many "Christians" will not prevent you from doing the same.
As any caring person who has found the source of water in the midst of the desert would want all those around to know how to find it too, I wish everyone would know Jesus as I know Him. Yet, regardless how you view Jesus, I will respect you as one created in the image of God and will continue to have Muslim friends, whether they ever...
I too am ashamed at some of the comments from so-called "Christians", very sad
@ TDI...
Thank you...
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oh..Tom...you are indeed an empty and lost soul..
how can one person harbour so much hate in is/her heart..?
how can one live day in ..day out with a heart so filled with hate...
Who you are, comes across so vey clear..
and all i can say is that i feel sorry for you..
but i am so glad i do not kow you...
There is no hate in my heart,... I'm simply stating fact!
It certainly comes across as hate. I have removed your other comments. Admin.
@ Tom...when one speak without the right knowledge..
nothing is a fact...and yes,it is hate that shows in your words...
Tell me Tom..why dont you try to learn what Islam is really about..and not what others "opinions are of Islam"..?
I will guarantee you that if you ever will try,you will understand so much that your hate prevent you from understanding....
Dont follow the crowd..it is leading you astray...
For whatever is worth..knowledge is one email away..
Al_caswa@yahoo...
Everyone is always welcome..
All questions are welcome...
But i tell you Tom..and everyone..may Allah open your heart that you may see the straight path...
No one should live with such hate/turmoil inside..
And to that i say..Ameen..
Well @ Tom.. there was a reply by you (that at the moment i cannot find..) that read
"you are a fool,... I know what islam, It will not be in this Country long, it will be dispatched very soon!"
Well i rather be considered a fool by everyone in this world,
"did someone not came to you with My Truth ?"
and not been able that day to find excuses..because that day
none of us will be able to lie..
About Islam fading from this country,or from anywhere..
well, dont count on that,,Jesus came to the jews and the Jews only..telling them to....wise up because they were gone astray..
He also said that he will send the Spirit of Truth=Mohammad..(not the Holy Spirit) you will find his name in the Torah..
He..the Spirit of truth=Mohammad..(he never told a lie in His life) He will abide with you forever..etc..etc..
That makes Prophet Mohammad our=mine & yours=the Prophet for whole of Humanity ..
When Jesus came to the Jews,he did not bring any new laws, but he said" i came not to change the law of Moses,but to uphold the Law..that is why Jesus is the "Messenger" of God
and not a Prophet..
But Prophet Mohammad came with the Law and the Message from God..and the final Message and Laws from God are found in the Quran..
We dont have to believe anything..but just because we choose
not to..it does not mean that God will just say..oh well..you poor thing...i understand...
** line missing** it should read"Well i rather be considered a fool by everyone in this world than finding myself standing before Our Creator asking me..etc...
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2)The Message of the Quran is very clear...
Every Prophet came with different Laws, because everything changes as the time passes..therefore the new Law abrogates the Law that came with the previous Prophet.
But the Message has been the same from Adam to Mohammad..and Prophet Mohammad is the last of the Prophets..
Here is some knowledge for you and it is a fact! Here is your religion of peace,
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Tom, we try to let everyone have their say here, but this is a site which tries to share the love of Christ and encourage Christians to pray. I have complaints from both Christians and Muslims about your comments. I will pray for you too, but I cannot allow antagonistic statements here. Thank you!
@ Tom..i've read the now removed comment..so i will say this..
Tell me Tom..do you blame Christianity when a priest molest a child..or do you blame the priest..?
The west has been into the mid east region for centuries...
perhaps everyone could live in peace with eachother IF...we live here..
and they live there..IF..we live our lifes our way..and let them live their lifes their way..But we cant do that..there was a time when jews christians and muslim lived in harmony with eachother..thats when we were all smart...then man got greedy..
Iran 1950...as an example..Mohammad Mossadeq to mention one event that still cause big problems today because america was defeated..it was all about taking/do what was not ours to take/do..
What is the definition of terrorism= someone who terrorise others
If i was to come to your home and terrorise/kill your children/family..that would make me a terrorist..and it will be your right to defend yourself by whatever mean are available to you..for as long as you have to..
If you come to my home and terrorise/kill my children/family..
you would be the terrorist,and i would have the right to defend myself by whatever means are available to me..for as long as i have to..
So..who is a terrorist..is it me..or is it you..?
i guess it depends on which side you find yourself....
But you know Tom..Judaism,Christianity and Islam are..you can...
hmm..
@tom..2)
But you know Tom..Judaism,Christianity and Islam are..you can say..three peas in a pod..as the Messages and Laws in it, have been sent from God..and that is a reality that cant never changed..
So..who does know better..is it God..or is it us..?
Islam is no ones enemy..shame that to many are blinded by hate and
just cannot see it..
tell me Tom..what do you think about the Bible saying that homosexuals have to be stoned to death..?(this is a question)
either way Tom..may Allah remove the hate from your heart before it destroy your Soul..hate is a tool of Satan..
and in time it will destroy you..
And to that i say..Ameen..
The Pope is under attack. Once again, riots, demonstrations, and "retaliations" have sparked throughout the Muslim world. Major Muslim figures — political and religious — have condemned the Pope. The "Muslim Street" is burning his effigy.
What great crime did the Pope commit, exactly? He quoted history. In a speech about faith and reason, he quoted a debate between 14th-century Byzantine emperor Paleologus II and a Muslim theologian, where the former asked, "Show me just what Mohammad brought that was new, and there you will find things only evil and inhuman — such as the command to spread by the sword the faith he preached." In the context of the Pope's speech, the point in evoking this anecdote was twofold: 1) to show how even centuries ago, there was inter-religious dialogue — a good thing to be preserved; and 2) to show that there is no room for violence where faith is concerned.
Twice the Pope clarified that he was quoting. He also described the Byzantine emperor's remark as "brusque." Moreover, the Pope made it a point to mention one of the Koran's most tolerant verses — "There is no compulsion in religion" [Koran 2:256].
Had the Pope really wanted to defame Islam, he could have quoted from the much more numerous "sword-verses" of the Koran, which most Muslim theologians are agreed have abrogated the more tolerant ones: "Fight those of the People...
you asked this question; tell me Tom..what do you think about the Bible saying that homosexuals have to be stoned to death..?(this is a question)
here's your answer; people in the intellectual countries don't stone anyone!! muslims in the middle east stone people to death every day that's a fact you con not refute!
And how about the way they treat thier women? Pretty sad I think.
I love women and they should never be treated as property or slaves etc...
This is an apologists site to excuse the atrocities of Islamic oppression.
It is unbelievable that anyone can see what is happening today in Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Egypt as Christians are being threatened, murdered, churches burned.......and still tout that Islam is a religion of peace and harmony. The only time Islam will be peaceful is when all of it's percieved enemies are dead. Mark my words. One day you will wake up and see muslims taking over America. They will break into your home with no regard to you. They will be intending to force you to convert on the spot...or be beheaded. You and your entire family will be slaughtered without mercy. Cuddle a snake and you will be bitten in the end.
i feel so sorry for you... you live if a fixed reality of your own and refuse to see what is really in the world. There are bad Muslims, there are good Muslims, there are bad Christians there are good Christians. There are bad people there are good people. One must explore both the good and evil sides of your world, but don't let what you see on the evil side change your thought of rationality!
JESUS is KING!
Interesting thread. It's good to see that there are a few moderate voices out there. Unfortunately the loudest voices on all sides are the ones of hate and intolerance. I was raised a Christian but have become an atheist because I'm convinced that as long as there is religion there will be hatred and wars. I envision a world filled with love, understanding and tolerance among all mankind but sadly religion will never allow that to be.
As a fellow christian we need to respect all faiths muslims believe in jesus
note i am not claiming myself as a christian so if you fell as i threatin you or your page admin in any way feel free to delete it i will only just post more and more and more untill the truth is known.....