MCCGP Podcast

Friday September 27, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 23, 1446   This episode marks the khatam -- the conclusion and seal -- of our exploration of the Sira. It covers the Prophet's final days in this worldly life, his last words, his passing, how the Companions responded to this tragedy, and how they conducted his burial. It concludes with a final reflection and prayer for acceptance and connection to the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) and his timeless teachings and wisdom.

Friday September 27, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 23, 1446   In his last Khutba as the Religious Director of MCCGP, Imam Abdul Aziz offers some parting advice.

Tuesday September 24, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 20, 1446   The penultimate episode of this series continues the discussion on the Prophet's preparation for al-Rafiq al-A'la (leaving this world), discussing his final address to the Umma, the intention to write a document, and the last prayer he offered in the Masjid with his Companions.

Sunday September 22, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 18, 1446   This episode begins the discussion on the most painful period of the Sira: Preparation for al-Rafiq al-A'la, discussing the signs of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) nearing the end of his physical life and tracing the steps from the onset of his final illness to his passing.

Friday September 20, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 16, 1446   This episode continues the discussion on the Farewell Hajj of the Prophet, the Prophet's departure from Mecca after performing the Hajj, the famous incident at Ghadir Khum and the emergence of the false prophet Musaylima al-Kadhhab.

Friday September 20, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 16, 1446   In this Khutba Imam Abdul Aziz speaks about the importance of priorities.

Tuesday September 17, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 13, 1446   This episode covers the Farewell Hajj of the Prophet and traces the steps of the Hajj with reflection over the Prophet's Farewell Sermon.

Sunday September 15, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 11, 1446   This episode ushers the entry of the Sira into the 10th year after the Hijra and explores 'Ali's mission to Madh-hij, Abu Bakr's Hajj and the delivery of the verses of Sura al-Tawba marking the removal of paganism from the Arabian Peninsula.

Friday September 13, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 9, 1446   In this Khutba Imam Abdul Aziz explores the hadith 'Whoever saw him unexpectedly would be filled with awe, while whoever interacted with him will fall in love.'

Wednesday September 11, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 7, 1446

Wednesday September 11, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 7, 1446   This edition of Ask The Imam answers the following questions:   00:00 1. How to dispose papers with Allah's name on them?   12:58 2. Correcting a child during Jumu'a prayer?   24:40 3. What was the daily routine of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace)?   54:28 4. What the purpose of the bridal gift (mahr) in Islamic law?   Please donate to support this and other programs. To donate, please go to http://mccgp.org/donate

Tuesday September 10, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 6, 1446   This episode continues the discussion on delegations that came to Medina to embrace Islam and also discusses the death of Umm Kulthum, the death of the chief of the hypocrites 'Abdullah b. Ubay, and the death of the Prophet's son Ibrahim.

Sunday September 8, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 4, 1446   This episode explores the 'Year of Delegations' and discusses multiple visits undertaken and the events that unfolded as tribes embraced Islam.

Friday September 6, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 2, 1446   This episode looks at the divine names of al-Wasi', al-Majid, and al-Ba'ith.   Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate

Friday September 6, 2024 Rabi al-Awwal 2, 1446   As we enter the month of al-Rabi' al-Awwal, Imam Abdul Aziz reflects on the importance of knowing the person, personality, and qualities of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) and the danger of not knowing him properly.

Wednesday August 28, 2024 Safar 23, 1446

Wednesday August 14, 2024 Safar 9, 1446

Sunday September 1, 2024 Safar 27, 1446   This episode explores the fate of those who remained behind in Medina without excuse, particularly the story of Ka'b b. Malik.

Friday August 30, 2024 Safar 25, 1446   This episode looks at the divine name al-Wadud   Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate

Friday August 30, 2024 Safar 25, 1446   In this khutba, Imam Abdul Aziz explores the many lessons derived from the verse, 'And my brother Harun is more eloquent than I, so send him with me as a helper to support what I say, for I truly fear they may reject me.'

Sunday August 25, 2024 Safar 20, 1446   This episode continues the discussion of Tabuk and covers various incidents that occurred, the Prophet's return to Medina, the assassination attempt along the way, and Masjid al-Dirar, or 'The Mosque of Harm and Division' built by the hypocrites.

Friday August 23, 2024 Safar 18, 1446   This episode looks at the divine name of al-Mujib (The Answerer of Prayers).   Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate

Sunday August 18, 2024 Safar 13, 1446   This episode discusses the lead up to the journey to the battle of Tabuk, the collection of charity, excuses given by some, their departure and some of the important events that occurred on the way.

Friday August 16, 2024 Safar 11, 1446   This episode looks at the divine names of al-Karim (The Generous), al-Raqib (The Watchful) and al-Mujib (The Answerer of Prayers).   Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate

Friday August 16, 2024 Safar 11, 1446   In this khutba, Imam Abdul Aziz Suraqah reflects on modern nihilism and moral relativism, and how Allah enjoins Muslims to respond to what gives us life and call others to it.

Monday August 12, 2024 Safar 7, 1446   After discussing the battle of Hunayn and the siege of Ta'if, this episode looks at the events at the end of the eighth year after Hijra and the ninth year, discussing the repentance of Ka'b b. Zuhayr, delegations, letters to rulers, the birth of Ibrahim, and the beginning of the battle of Tabuk.

Friday August 9, 2024 Safar 4, 1446   This episode looks at the divine name of al-Hakim (The Wise).   Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate

Friday August 9, 2024 Safar 4, 1446   In this khutba, Imam Abdul Aziz Suraqah explores the virtues of wisdom (hikma), what it is and how one can become wise.

Wednesday August 7, 2024 Safar 2, 1446   This edition of Ask The Imam answers the following questions:   00:00 1. What is the Islamic ruling on euthanasia?   17:08 2. The fiqh of using the duff drum.   28:04 3. Coming to the mosque without hijab.   32:45 4. Working at a job that came as a result of cheating on exams.   39:09 5. On administering medicines made with impure or unlawful ingredients.   Questions are submitted anonymously. If you wish to submit one, please go to http://mccgp.org/ask-the-imam.   Also, please donate to support this and other programs. To donate, please go to http://mccgp.org/donate

Wednesday July 31, 2024 Muharrum 25, 1446

Sunday August 4, 2024 Muharrum 29, 1446   This episode continues the discussion on the Battle of Hunayn, then exploring the siege of Ta'if and the Prophet's 'Umra.

Friday August 2, 2024 Muharrum 27, 1446   This episode looks at the divine names of al-Muqit, al-Hasib, and al-Jalil.   Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate

Wednesday July 24, 2024 Muharrum 18, 1446

Wednesday July 10, 2024 Muharrum 4, 1446

Wednesday July 3, 2024 Dhu al-Hijja 27, 1445

Wednesday June 12, 2024 Dhu al-Hijja 6, 1445

Wednesday May 22, 2024 Zul Qa'da 14, 1445

Friday July 26, 2024 Muharrum 20, 1446   This episode looks at the divine name al-Hafiz (The Guardian).   Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate

Friday July 26, 2024 Muharrum 20, 1446   Envy is one of the worst diseases of the heart. What is its nature and causes, and how do we remove it from our hearts. These and more are explored in this Khutba.

Sunday July 21, 2024 Muharrum 15, 1446   Venturing into the post Meccan Conquest environment, this episode looks various events that took place in the immediate aftermath of the Conquest of Mecca and the leadup to the battle of Hunayn that taught the Muslims to never feel confident in victory due to large numbers and resources.

Friday July 19, 2024 Muharrum 13, 1446   This episode looks at the divine names of al-'Ali and al-Kabir.   Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate

Friday July 19, 2024 Muharrum 13, 1446   This Khutbah intends to emphasize how brotherhood is more than theory or feelings - it's also practical.

Sunday July 14, 2024 Muharrum 8, 1446   This episode looks at some of the broader lessons of the conquest of Mecca and examines the cases of those individuals who were not granted Prophetic amnesty, Bilal's athan, and some of the prominent conversions to Islam that took place post-conquest.

Friday July 12, 2024 Muharrum 6, 1446   This episode looks at the divine names of al-Ghafur and al-Shakur.   Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate

Friday July 12, 2024 Muharrum 6, 1446   As we enter the new Islamic year of 1446, this Khutba reflects on the lessons of the Hijra and new beginnings.

Sunday July 7, 2024 Muharram 1, 1446   This episode covers Prophet's victorious entry into Mecca and how Allah fulfilled His promise of a 'clear victory,' and allowed him to cleanse the Ka'ba of idols. It also reflects on how Allah created reconciliation between him and his people.

Friday July 5, 2024 Dhu al-Hijja 29, 1445   This episode looks at the divine name al-'Azim (The Tremendous).   The slides for this class are available at (to be posted later)   Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate

Friday July 5, 2024 Dhu al-Hijja 29, 1445   This Khutba addresses the blessing of time and how it is our most valuable resource, and the dangers of time-wasting and how to seize time and not be seized by it.

Wednesday July 3, 2024 Dhu al-Hijja 27, 1445   This edition of Ask The Imam answers the following questions:   00:00 1. Being forced to work in a family business that is haram.   04:38 2. Question on marriage when one of the spouses falls into apostacy (ridda).   12:34 3. Do the angels question those whose bodies are cremated after death?   22:55 4. Question on food cross-contamination in restaurants.   29:53 5. Is it permissible to have credit cards? 36:31 6. What are some of the best tafsirs for everyday Muslims?   46:50 7. Is there any special merit to the 27th of Rajab and the 15th of Sha'ban, and what is the ruling on special acts of worship on those nights?   Questions are submitted anonymously. If you wish to submit one, please go to http://mccgp.org/ask-the-imam.   Also, please donate to support this and other programs. To donate, please go to http://mccgp.org/donate

Sunday June 23, 2024 Dhu al-Hijja 17, 1445   This episode continues the discussion on Fath Mecca and explores the Prophet's march to Mecca, al-'Abbas' migration and pre-conquest conversions.

Friday June 21, 2024 Dhu al-Hijja 15, 1445   This episode looks at the divine names of al-Khabir (The All-Aware) and al-Halim (The Clement).   The slides for this class are available at (to be posted later)   Donate to support this and other programming at MCCGP: http://mccgp.org/donate