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PETITION TO SHOW SUPPORT FOR PGMA IMAM AHMED AZZAREE AND TO STOP THE SHURA FROM REMOVING THE IMAM AS OUR RELIGIOUS IMAM/DIRECTOR OF PGMA

PETITION TO SHOW SUPPORT FOR PGMA IMAM AHMED AZZAREE AND TO STOP THE SHURA FROM REMOVING THE IMAM AS OUR RELIGIOUS IMAM/DIRECTOR OF PGMA

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Started by PGMA Petition 9 years, 2 months ago

SIGN THE PETITION TO SHOW SUPPORT FOR OUR CURRENT IMAM AND TO STOP THE SHURA FROM REMOVING THE IMAM AS OUR RELIGIOUS IMAM/DIRECTOR OF PGMA. HERE IS WHAT WE BELIEVE WE SHOULD DO:

We believe that there is a fundamental gap in what we believe that is against the decision of the Shura. They have generally felt that they had a better plan to replace the Imam of our community. We believe that this is completely wrong and is against the will of the community expectation. We are neutral community members who are facilitators opposing the Shura plans to fire the Imam and that neutral aspect is an incredibly important of what we must do to stop this action. We truly do not want this community to be disfranchised by the acts of the Shura members and above all to hold onto something like a grudge against our Imam that is not useful or beneficial for our community, but as far as we can tell right now there is no vote of confidence from the current Shura creating turmoil in this community and therefore we are calling for this Shura to stop -they are violating the constitution of PGMA (see section on how to remove the Imam under PGMA constitution). Our argument for broadening the base is not a new one in looking at the history of PGMA, either.

First, we should understand that this Shura was not only within their constitutional authority to fire the Imam, Dr. Ahmad Azzaree, but also that the arguments made by this Shura for firing the Imam make a persuasive case for us as a community to stop them entirely inshaa Allah. Please help us by signing this petition below in support of the Imam against the Shura will because there is no vote of confidence from the current Shura as soon as possible.

Secondly, as we may know that an Imam in our faith is the highest leadership position that can be attained in the Islamic faith. Our Imam provides council to the community, guidance and spiritual education. In addition to providing leadership to individuals in our community, he also provides social leadership at PGMA.

In order to fulfill the mission of PGMA Community, by signing this petition means that you agree that the time has come to stop this action as well as to stop all of the bad actors under this current Shura immediately and expeditiously. Thank you so much in advance.

Updates

Reached 250 supporters

May 29, 2017

May 15, 2017

The level of participation in this effort demonstrates a clear desire for stability and adherence to our constitution. This momentum indicates that the community expects transparency regarding the leadership of our institution.

Reached 100 supporters

May 14, 2017

201 Comments

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Seynabou Diouf
9 years ago Featured

I am disheartened by the Shura's decision . Imam Azzarie has been a true leader in this community he is always available for spiritual guidance and personal advices. I have been a permanent member of PGMA because of him. May ALLAH SWT protect him against his enemies . Amine

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Mariama Jalloh
9 years ago Featured

We experienced this in past with Iman Karim. We hope we don't get a repeat of it. I think from now on forward, they should allow provision for the community to vote on this. PGMA don't only constitute the Shula but also every member of the PGMA community. Thank you.

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AzizA Elbahja
9 years ago Featured

We strongly support our Imam. My family does support the masjid. If you let the Imam go, we will stop supporting the mosque, and will stop praying there....his removal is not in the interest of the community.... Best, Aziza Elbahja, MS

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NADIM KHATIB
9 years ago Featured

Assalamualaykum w r w b I support him as Imam unless shura explain us the community with specific reasons please Ramadan is at corner don't start a fitna and divide the community in two groups Allah knows the best

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Atef Allam
9 years ago Featured

The imam Ahmad el zaree is very active playing an outstanding role in this position. I live in Rockville and have to travel. 75 min to PGMA to listen to his Khulna and to his telawa. Also I come on Sunday to learn Ahkam eltagweed in his halalaka. Please keep him.

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Safei Hamed
9 years ago Featured

I am one of the founders and I have been away for the last 17 years. I am concerned about removing the current Imam since I have been impressed by his abilities, but do not know the reasons behind your decision. May I volunteer to mediate?

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maritza
8 years ago

he is a great leader, he should have stayed, the community needs someone like him.

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maritza
8 years ago

He is a great leader, one of a kind, he should stay, the community needs him.

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