When is Ramadan 2022? Those celebrating spoke about break fast, called iftar, and services held in Oak Brook and other Chicago area locations.
OAK BROOK, Ill. -- The Friday prayers at the Downtown Islamic Center took place hours ahead of the start of the holy month of Ramadan, time of self-reflection and self-sacrifice with all-day fasting and helping others.
Abdullah Mitchell of the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago said they're"expecting to once again resume a form of religious services that have been suspended the last two years."While mask may be required in some places, Muslims are welcomed to worship and break fast together. The Qazi family in Oak Brook is looking forward to seeing more friends and family during the Muslim holiday.
Doctor Baseer Qazi is a gastroenterologist and recalls Ramadan two years ago, when he was using extreme care around his family. Now, he is grateful to be preparing to break fast, called iftar, with relatives and friends.
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