M.G.T. & G.C.C.(Muslim Girls in Training & General Civilization Class)
By Sister Caisha X
The Importance of a Healthy Self Image
Children form opinions of themselves early in their lives, and that opinion is shaped by the most important people in that child*s life: the parents. It is incumbent that children see themselves in a positive light so that they will not go through life thinking they are less than, not able to cultivate the best parts of themselves, and accept sub par treatment not only from others outside of themselves. They will not indulge in behavior that is self destructive.
Most young girls learn from their parents self love and self respect, in particular from the father figure in her life. This man teaches her what is acceptable behavior from other males, he shows her how she should be treated by a man, and he shows her how valuable she is by offering her a certain type of protection only a father can give.
If young women don*t see the value that God has placed on them by the attitudes and lessons learned at home through loving and strong parenting, then they will begin to accept disrespect from others all the while disrespecting themselves.
F.O.I.(Fruit of Islam)
By Brother Leonard X
Media 1: a medium of cultivation, conveyance, or expression.
Mass medium: a medium of communication (as newspapers, radio, or television) that is designed to reach the mass of the people.
Im*age: a popular conception (as of a person, institution, or nation) projected especially through the mass media.
Have you noticed how we are being presented to the public? Occasionally, media has reported that we are deeply concerned about our community. However, the majority of the coverage has painted a different picture. It appears that reporting negative images is the order of the day.
If this is true, what can we do about it?
By Brother Leonard X
Media 1: a medium of cultivation, conveyance, or expression.
Mass medium: a medium of communication (as newspapers, radio, or television) that is designed to reach the mass of the people.
Im*age: a popular conception (as of a person, institution, or nation) projected especially through the mass media.
Have you noticed how we are being presented to the public? Occasionally, media has reported that we are deeply concerned about our community. However, the majority of the coverage has painted a different picture. It appears that reporting negative images is the order of the day.
If this is true, what can we do about it?
Major Issues
By Brother Earl Muhammad
Greetings Brothers and Sisters.
Do you know that *No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury?**
Do you know that *In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed?**
Finally, *Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.*
How many of us can be categorized as being either a modern day slave or ex-slave?
By Brother Earl Muhammad
Greetings Brothers and Sisters.
Do you know that *No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury?**
Do you know that *In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed?**
Finally, *Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.*
How many of us can be categorized as being either a modern day slave or ex-slave?
Education
By Brother DeAndre' L. Muhammad
A true and proper education secures the natural essentials of life for the human being which is freedom, justice and equality. It frees the human being mentally to see their unlimited potential for excellence and mastery. It also opens the door for us to justify our existence as the crown of the Creator*s creation. Therefore as a result of the aforementioned, it provides the equality for all of us to equally express the uniqueness that is in all us. We need this kind of educational system to replace a corrupt educational system that is designed to dumb down the masses for the benefit of the elite classes.
By Brother DeAndre' L. Muhammad
A true and proper education secures the natural essentials of life for the human being which is freedom, justice and equality. It frees the human being mentally to see their unlimited potential for excellence and mastery. It also opens the door for us to justify our existence as the crown of the Creator*s creation. Therefore as a result of the aforementioned, it provides the equality for all of us to equally express the uniqueness that is in all us. We need this kind of educational system to replace a corrupt educational system that is designed to dumb down the masses for the benefit of the elite classes.
To Your Health: "The Berry Benefits"
By Sister Valerie L. Muhammad
*As summer approaches, so many of us look forward to the arrival of fresh berries. Blueberries, strawberries and many others are not only tasty and naturally sweet, but are loaded with tons of nutritional benefits as well. Strawberries are packed with vitamin C which helps our immune system. Blueberries are loaded too with minerals and antioxidants. Remember the expression, *The blacker the berry, the sweeter the juice.* There*s truth to it. The pigments that give berries their color, especially the blues and reds, contain substances called phytochemicals and flavonoids that help reduce and prevent some diseases like cancer. Additionally sisters, don*t forget those cranberries. They*re wonderful at helping to prevent urinary tract infections.
So, let*s eat some tasty berries!
By Sister Valerie L. Muhammad
*As summer approaches, so many of us look forward to the arrival of fresh berries. Blueberries, strawberries and many others are not only tasty and naturally sweet, but are loaded with tons of nutritional benefits as well. Strawberries are packed with vitamin C which helps our immune system. Blueberries are loaded too with minerals and antioxidants. Remember the expression, *The blacker the berry, the sweeter the juice.* There*s truth to it. The pigments that give berries their color, especially the blues and reds, contain substances called phytochemicals and flavonoids that help reduce and prevent some diseases like cancer. Additionally sisters, don*t forget those cranberries. They*re wonderful at helping to prevent urinary tract infections.
So, let*s eat some tasty berries!
Youth Generation
By The Youth of MMOC
As you can see the economy continues to fall. Not just one person is affected. Failures and closing of businesses are spreading like a virus. Most people who were barely getting by are struggling now. The government tried to give unemployment to most workers who got laid off, but you have to qualify for it. Each day the unemployment rate increases rapidly. All around the county major businesses are closing
Day after day many people are trying to find jobs but most companies can*t afford to pay them to find jobs but most companies cant afford to pay them so what*s going on to happen to those who have a four year degree. We as a people need to open our own businesses to create jobs for our people.
By The Youth of MMOC
As you can see the economy continues to fall. Not just one person is affected. Failures and closing of businesses are spreading like a virus. Most people who were barely getting by are struggling now. The government tried to give unemployment to most workers who got laid off, but you have to qualify for it. Each day the unemployment rate increases rapidly. All around the county major businesses are closing
Day after day many people are trying to find jobs but most companies can*t afford to pay them to find jobs but most companies cant afford to pay them so what*s going on to happen to those who have a four year degree. We as a people need to open our own businesses to create jobs for our people.
Healthy Recipe
By Sister Veronica H. Muhammad
Bean Pie
1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup evaporated milk
2 cups cooked and pureed navy beans
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cornstarch
whipped cream(optional)
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Combine eggs and evaporated milk in a bowl. Add beans, sugar and all spices. Beat at low speed of a mixer until well blended. Pour into unbaked pie shell. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for another 35 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Serve warm with whipped cream or you can even enjoy it cold:-).
Yields 1 Pie
By Sister Veronica H. Muhammad
Bean Pie
1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup evaporated milk
2 cups cooked and pureed navy beans
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cornstarch
whipped cream(optional)
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Combine eggs and evaporated milk in a bowl. Add beans, sugar and all spices. Beat at low speed of a mixer until well blended. Pour into unbaked pie shell. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for another 35 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Serve warm with whipped cream or you can even enjoy it cold:-).
Yields 1 Pie
Famous Black Quotes
By Brother Ozinder X
We would like to share with you some famous quotes from the many brilliant minds that helped to shape the black community as well as the world.
*Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die life is a broken winged bird that cannot fly.* -Langston Hughes. Writer and Poet-
*Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.*
Martin Luther King Jr. Civil Rights leader.
*Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done it*s always your choice.* Wayne Dyer, Doctor
By Brother Ozinder X
We would like to share with you some famous quotes from the many brilliant minds that helped to shape the black community as well as the world.
*Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die life is a broken winged bird that cannot fly.* -Langston Hughes. Writer and Poet-
*Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.*
Martin Luther King Jr. Civil Rights leader.
*Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done it*s always your choice.* Wayne Dyer, Doctor