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MILA & MAS Colorado present...
Muslim Family Retreat!
"Embracing Our Differences"
Adab Al-Ikhtilaf
May 22-25, 2008
Dar Al-Islam - Abiquiu, New Mexico
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what people say about the beauty and spiritual vibrance of Abiquiu, NM!-
(Pictured above, from left to right: Dar Al-Islam mosque, hiking in Abiuqiu,
the white stone hills of Plaza Blanca, Dar Al-Islam mosque interior)
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Register Here Online!
Overview & Theme
Why go?
Location:
Dar Al-Islam
Accommodations & Cost
What kinds
of activities will there be?
Who should
go?
Transportation
FAQs &
Contact Info
Overview &
Theme
Escape from the hectic day-to-day life of
the city to the enchanting hills of
Abiquiu,
New Mexico.
You and your family can enjoy a 3 night stay at the amazing
Dar
Al-Islam
Center—a
beautiful madrasa and mosque nestled in a remote desert where the days are
bright and full of possibility, and the night skies will simply take your
breath away. There’s something
for everyone: hiking, sports, recreation, arts & crafts, delicious food,
time to relax and get closer to Allah, time to enjoy your family and meet
other Muslims, and not to mention amazing guest speakers to help revive the
spirit!
This year’s theme,
Embracing Our Differences, Adab Al-Ikhtilaf,
will feature short talks, practical workshops and games to help you and your
family learn new ways to improve your relationships and enrich your lives
with Islam in the home!
Learn about important
topics like:
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Bridging the culture and
generational gap
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Making Allah & Islam the
center of your home life
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Communication, trust and
having a happy, safe environment at home
Why go?
This year’s retreat will be
better than ever, insha’Allah!
We listened to your suggestions from our past retreats and are catering to
your needs. You don’t want to
miss out on this event!
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A Mini-Vacation at a SUPER Low Cost:
3 nights stay in the blessed Dar Al-Islam center, 3 delicious meals a day,
hiking, recreation and fun, guest speakers to revive your spirit, and MUCH
MORE—all for less than $100 per person!
You just can’t beat that!
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Enjoy a one-of-a-kind Islamic retreat that is offered NO
WHERE else in the country! And the retreat center, Dar Al-Islam, is
absolutely amazing.
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It’s perfect for people of all ages & backgrounds!
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You will get to have fun, relax away from the city, bond with
your family, meet new people and enjoy Allah’s creation!
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Special guest speakers include: Imam Taha
Hassane!
Location: Dar
Al-Islam
Dar Al-Islam is a spiritual haven that
looks like a picture from a postcard in Northern Africa! Nestled just
between the awe-inspiring hills of Plaza Blanca and the valley of the
Rio Chama, this nonprofit mosque and retreat center was built in the 1980’s,
with the mission of hosting conferences and retreats for Muslims and
nonMuslims, in order to enrich the lives of Americans with the beautiful
message of Islam. They are
located on a vast, pristine desert of
Abiquiu,
New Mexico—1357
acres of land—where tourists and groups visit every year.
The madrasa
was built in 1980 by renowned architect Hassan Fathi in an Adobe
North African style.
It’s simply breathtaking—quite a sight to behold here in
North America!
It has served as a spiritual oasis and MILA is proud to host our
annual retreat there.
The small town of Abiquiu is a famous
retreat spot for artists, spiritual seekers and vacationers and has been an
inspirational muse for people, like painter Georgia O'Keefe, for centuries.
The madrasa
features a beautiful mosque with handmade craftsmanship throughout, cozy
courtyards, a lovely garden and much more! You can find
out more information at their website:
www.daralislam.org
Accommodations & Cost
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Rooms:
Women will enjoy their
stay in the private madrasa dormitories, where every sister gets a
nice, comfy bed and a storage space for her clothes &
belongings--and there's convenient access to restrooms. Men will
stay separately in the yurt dormitories, where they also get comfy
beds and storage bins. Clean public restrooms are available
throughout the retreat center, as well as showers. There are no
laundry facilities.
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Food:
Delicious, healthy meals
will be served to retreat guests, at no extra charge. And the food
is always one of the best parts that guests always rave about. :-)
Please e-mail us if you have any dietary restrictions we should know
about. There are no stores within the immediate vicinity of Dar
Al-Islam. You may bring water bottles and wrapped, non-perishable
snacks but we must be sure to dispose of our waste properly and keep
our dormitories free of all food.
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Registration Fee:
Only $89.99 per adult; $159.99 per
couple. Students are just $79.99, Youth (ages 11-17) $59.99 each,
and a child (age 3-10) is just $49.99. For 3 days and 3 nights, You
can't beat that price!
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Thanks to generous donors and community
sponsors, you can enjoy this fabulous retreat for BELOW actual
cost. That includes room, food, recreation, plus an educational
program.
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No refunds will be given. No further discounts can be given,
e.g. a guest cannot receive a discount if they plan to stay for
less than 3 days/3 nights. No exceptions. We appreciate your
understanding and cooperation.
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Babysitting will cost
extra. More details to come...
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If Allah has blessed you with the money and
desire to help out, we welcome any donations to can
offer to help offset the costs. See the registration form.
Jazakum Allahu Khair!
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What kinds
of activities will there be?
Hiking, dynamic discussions, workshops, games,
recreation, sports, and entertainment at night! And there will also be
plenty of free time, relaxation, worship and remembrance of God too.
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Lil Kids (~4 & under):
Baby sitting will be provided for young kids so parents and
youth can enjoy the retreat program. More details to come...
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Big Kids (~5-11):
A separate kids program will keep your children busy and
having fun while you are in retreat sessions & activities. They'll
have arts & crafts, games & lots of room to play outside!
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Youth
(~12-17): There will be a fun and engaging
program for youth with socializing, sports and skits!
Who should go?
Anyone!
The program is designed for Muslims of all ages and backgrounds.
There will be separate programs for kids, youth and adults (17+), but
also activities for families to do together.
Singles and couples will also find tons of stuff
to enjoy as well! Folks from all ethnicities, perspectives and
backgrounds are invited—there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Transportation
Ever seen the stunning landscape of the
southwest? Well, the road trip
down to Abiquiu is the perfect chance to do just that!
Retreat guests are required to provide their own transportation
(as families generally prefer traveling together anyway), but if you’d like
to carpool with someone else, contact us and we’ll arrange a ride for you!
Carpooling helps save you money by keeping retreat costs
down.
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FAQ
Please read carefully all the information
provided on this site—it just
may be your question has already been addressed.
If not, we’d be more than happy to answer any question or concern you
have, to the best of our ability!
Questions?
E-mail us at
retreat@milacolorado.org
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