We greet our brothers and sisters with peace and gratitude as the blessed month of Ramadan draws to a close, soon followed by the celebration of Eid al‑Adha. This year, under the guidance of Sheikh Nazım Efendi’s lodges, we are organizing a Kurban distribution that will reach five African countries. The aim is simple and profound: every family should receive its share of the sacrifice in time for the festival, so that the act of giving becomes a bridge across the Sirat.
During recent field work our volunteers witnessed a scene that shows how urgent this work is. In one village a man from another charitable group held a single piece of candy (luçar) in his mouth while dozens of children gathered around, their eyes fixed on it. When he tossed it into the sand, hundreds of children scrambled through the dust to reach it. Even the smallest offering sparks fierce competition where scarcity prevails, and this is the hardship faced by many of the families who rely on our support.
This moves us to act with humility and without delay. Rather than waiting until the last day of Eid, we ask all members to arrange their delegations in advance. When trusted representatives are appointed now, preparations can be completed early and no one is left without meat in the final rush. In this way we fulfil our religious duty and strengthen the unity and compassion that define our community.
We thank Sheikh Nazım Efendi, Mişail Efendi, Daniel Efendi, Haşim Efendi and all whose prayers accompany this effort. May Allah keep our fellowship steadfast, grant us success in serving those in need, Muslim and non‑Muslim alike, and bring us together again in the gardens of Paradise.
If you would like to contribute to the Kurban initiative or another charitable cause, please consider giving through our Sadaka channel. Your generosity brings light to many families in this blessed season.
