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Marriage

Marriage

We are excited to present a marriage workshop for converts to Islam. Learn how your unique story can illuminate the path to finding your ideal spouse.

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Not Ready

Islam, you keep pulling me in
Allah is pulling me closer

And how will I navigate through
The waters of islamophobia

How would I live in a majority non-Muslim Country and thrive as a convert

So many worries but also,
So much comfort as my path begins to unfold

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Retreat 2022

Retreat 2022

Join us for our first-ever New Beginnings spiritual retreat. We will spend 3 days praying, reconnecting with nature, and nourishing ourselves in the beautiful breathtaking lands of the Peak District.

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Mam Tor Hike

Mam Tor Hike

Looking for an adventure this summer? Meet like-minded people, make memories whilst raising funds for a worthy cause, take on this superb challenge in the heart of the Peak District, climbing Mam Tor where spectacular views await us at the top.

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Silja’s Story

Silja’s Story

I grew up in a secure and loving home in a tiny village in the Swiss countryside. This village gave me the best childhood memories and until now, it is the place I call home...

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Eid al-Adha Party

Eid al-Adha Party

Eid al-Adha, the "Greater Eid" is a special time for Muslims to come together and celebrate. We know from first-hand experience how hard it is for new Muslims around Eid...

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Eid al-Fitr Party

Eid al-Fitr Party

Eid al-Fitr, the "Eid of breaking the fast" is a special time for Muslims to come together and celebrate. We know from first-hand experience how hard it is for new Muslims...

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video stories

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New Beginnings - Who we are

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Our aim at New Beginnings is to empower people with authentic and holistic knowledge of Islam whilst offering a service of the highest quality possible.

Please get in touch with us if you have any queries.

https://beginnings.org.uk/
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The Retreat

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In November 2022, New Beginnings held its first-ever retreat in the Peak District for 3 days. This short documentary showcases some of the activities that New Beginnings offer and the feedback from participants of the retreat.

Find out more about what we do at https://beginnings.org.uk/
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Tosin's Message

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Heartfelt advice from Tosin who took his shahadah and become Muslim officially last year on Mount Snowdon during the New Beginnings community hike.

Find out more about what we do by visiting https://www.beginnings.org.uk/
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Eid al-Adha 2022 - Fatiha El-Ghorri

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Comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri joined us to perform at our annual Eid al-Adha Party this year. Here's what she had to say... ...

Eid al-Adha Party 2022 - Dinner and Show

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New Beginnings hosted around 250 people for their annual Eid al-Adha party. The event was held in Oldham this year and met with positive feedback all-round. Listen to the feedback from some of our attendees.

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New Beginnings hosted over 300 people for their annual Eid al-Fitr party. The event was held in Salford this year and met with positive feedback all-round.

https://beginnings.org.uk/

- "Salam just wanted to say a Hugh thank you for the Eid party today, it was our first time coming and what a blast me and my children had, even my mother who is a non-Muslim loved to see what had been put on for revert Muslims and was astounded to see what such a beautiful event was pulled off today for all these new converts alhamdulillah."

- "I very much enjoyed my time at the event! SubHanallah the generosity may Allah reward you.
My non-Muslim nephew, sister and his girlfriend came. He made a comment at the ice cream van that is it free? I said yes. He said who would do something like that I cant believe it.  I think it was something that many overlook in other events but how that just being free was a form of Dawah to him as he was set back by the generosity of the event."

- "We all had a brilliant time, it was so nice to be around other converts and our children to play too. The food, entertainment, decor, were all really good quality especially since it was a free event, which was inclusive and appreciated. There was zero mention or pressure for money unlike at most paid ticket events, but equally, we said we would have loved to donate and contribute towards the costs or to pay for extras like the ice cream van.

That said, if there was ever an event again I'd absolutely invite my non-Muslim family and the little things like ordering from the ice cream van, face painting etc and realising it had all been paid for, blew us away, that kindness and generosity never happens at fun day events anywhere so it's something I'd like them to see that would inshaAllah promote Islam to them, and then I'd contribute/donate separately."

- "This was not just an Eid party though. For converts, this is an opportunity to not be the odd one out and affirm that even though it seems like a lonely path there are others walking it too. It creates memories for our children and connects them to Eid which is something that can be hard for us adults to do when we are still trying to navigate our own way with faith and identity. How can I possibly find the words to express my gratitude for providing children with a sense of Islam? Alhamdulilah.
Again, this is not just an Eid party. This is opening doors, opening hearts, welcoming people home, guiding people on their way and watering the seeds that Allah has planted.
Did I mention the cake?

May Allah bless you all working behind the scenes at New Beginnings."

- "Thank you so much for such a wonderful party. I brought my mum along who isn't a Muslim and it was really nice to show her that I'm not the only one, and have made a few connections that hopefully will result in us meeting up so a lot of good came from it. I only wish I'd asked someone to speak to my mum to try and get her heart to incline!"

New Beginnings hosted over 300 people for their annual Eid al-Fitr party. The event was held in Salford this year and met with positive feedback all-round.

https://beginnings.org.uk/

- "Salam just wanted to say a Hugh thank you for the Eid party today, it was our first time coming and what a blast me and my children had, even my mother who is a non-Muslim loved to see what had been put on for revert Muslims and was astounded to see what such a beautiful event was pulled off today for all these new converts alhamdulillah."

- "I very much enjoyed my time at the event! SubHanallah the generosity may Allah reward you.
My non-Muslim nephew, sister and his girlfriend came. He made a comment at the ice cream van that is it free? I said yes. He said who would do something like that I cant believe it. I think it was something that many overlook in other events but how that just being free was a form of Dawah to him as he was set back by the generosity of the event."

- "We all had a brilliant time, it was so nice to be around other converts and our children to play too. The food, entertainment, decor, were all really good quality especially since it was a free event, which was inclusive and appreciated. There was zero mention or pressure for money unlike at most paid ticket events, but equally, we said we would have loved to donate and contribute towards the costs or to pay for extras like the ice cream van.

That said, if there was ever an event again I'd absolutely invite my non-Muslim family and the little things like ordering from the ice cream van, face painting etc and realising it had all been paid for, blew us away, that kindness and generosity never happens at fun day events anywhere so it's something I'd like them to see that would inshaAllah promote Islam to them, and then I'd contribute/donate separately."

- "This was not just an Eid party though. For converts, this is an opportunity to not be the odd one out and affirm that even though it seems like a lonely path there are others walking it too. It creates memories for our children and connects them to Eid which is something that can be hard for us adults to do when we are still trying to navigate our own way with faith and identity. How can I possibly find the words to express my gratitude for providing children with a sense of Islam? Alhamdulilah.
Again, this is not just an Eid party. This is opening doors, opening hearts, welcoming people home, guiding people on their way and watering the seeds that Allah has planted.
Did I mention the cake?

May Allah bless you all working behind the scenes at New Beginnings."

- "Thank you so much for such a wonderful party. I brought my mum along who isn't a Muslim and it was really nice to show her that I'm not the only one, and have made a few connections that hopefully will result in us meeting up so a lot of good came from it. I only wish I'd asked someone to speak to my mum to try and get her heart to incline!"

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Eid al-Fitr Garden Party 2022

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New Beginnings hosted over 300 people for their annual Eid al-Fitr party. The event was held in Salford this year and met with positive feedback all-round.

https://beginnings.org.uk/

- "Salam just wanted to say a Hugh thank you for the Eid party today, it was our first time coming and what a blast me and my children had, even my mother who is a non-Muslim loved to see what had been put on for revert Muslims and was astounded to see what such a beautiful event was pulled off today for all these new converts alhamdulillah."

- "I very much enjoyed my time at the event! SubHanallah the generosity may Allah reward you.
My non-Muslim nephew, sister and his girlfriend came. He made a comment at the ice cream van that is it free? I said yes. He said who would do something like that I cant believe it. I think it was something that many overlook in other events but how that just being free was a form of Dawah to him as he was set back by the generosity of the event."

- "We all had a brilliant time, it was so nice to be around other converts and our children to play too. The food, entertainment, decor, were all really good quality especially since it was a free event, which was inclusive and appreciated. There was zero mention or pressure for money unlike at most paid ticket events, but equally, we said we would have loved to donate and contribute towards the costs or to pay for extras like the ice cream van.

That said, if there was ever an event again I'd absolutely invite my non-Muslim family and the little things like ordering from the ice cream van, face painting etc and realising it had all been paid for, blew us away, that kindness and generosity never happens at fun day events anywhere so it's something I'd like them to see that would inshaAllah promote Islam to them, and then I'd contribute/donate separately."

- "This was not just an Eid party though. For converts, this is an opportunity to not be the odd one out and affirm that even though it seems like a lonely path there are others walking it too. It creates memories for our children and connects them to Eid which is something that can be hard for us adults to do when we are still trying to navigate our own way with faith and identity. How can I possibly find the words to express my gratitude for providing children with a sense of Islam? Alhamdulilah.
Again, this is not just an Eid party. This is opening doors, opening hearts, welcoming people home, guiding people on their way and watering the seeds that Allah has planted.
Did I mention the cake?

May Allah bless you all working behind the scenes at New Beginnings."

- "Thank you so much for such a wonderful party. I brought my mum along who isn't a Muslim and it was really nice to show her that I'm not the only one, and have made a few connections that hopefully will result in us meeting up so a lot of good came from it. I only wish I'd asked someone to speak to my mum to try and get her heart to incline!"
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becoming a
muslim

Once you believe that Islam and the Quran
are the truth, the only step is to declare
that belief by stating, “I bear witness that
there is none worthy of worship except
Allah and that Muhammad is the
Messenger of Allah.” This is called the
“Testification of Faith (shahadah)”…

certificate of
conversion (shahadah)

This will be issued only to those people who
take their shahadah and convert with us. Proof
of identity and address will be required as well
as a signature. If you cannot be present to
provide a signature, then we can post the
certificate to you…

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