Dr. Sayed Mostafa al-Qazwini is currently in Karbala, Iraq visiting and lecturing at the shrine of Imam Husayn (as), as well as the various schools, universities, and projects in the city. He sends his regards and is praying for the community. We wish him a safe return back to Southern…
On Saturday, August 20th, the IECOC held a memorial service for the late Sayed Mohammad Reda al-Qazwini, the uncle of Dr. Sayed Mostafa al-Qazwini, who passed away and was buried in Masshad, Iran where he had been receiving treatment. He was born in Masshad into an intellectual and scholarly family…
This past weekend, the IECOC held their 6th annual Junior Youth Camp at the Outdoor Education Center of the Irvine Regional Park in Orange, CA. This year’s camp theme was ‘The Importance of Good Friends.’ The camp included different physical, educational, and spiritual activities such as sports, archery, ziplining, discussions,…
Saturday School to Resume on Sept. 10th The IECOC Saturday School will commence this year on Saturday, September 10th. Registration will be held on the same day from 9 a.m to 10 a.m, and classes will begin from 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Sunday School to Resume on Sept. 18th…
This past weekend, the IECOC youth held their 17th annual summer youth retreat at Camp Ocean Pines in Cambria, California. The camp including a wide variety of activities such as prayers, discussions, youth presentations, sports, skits, and socialization. Over 70 youth and community leaders came together for a weekend of…
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On Thursday, August 18th, the IECOC will be celebrating the birth of the 8th Imam of the school of Ahlulbayt, Imam Ali bin Musa al-Ridha. The program will begin after sunset with maghrib and isha prayers. Imam al-Ridha (as) was born in Medina and lived under the guidance of his…
We are only four weeks away from our annual Summer Youth Retreat, which will take place at the breathtaking Camp Ocean Pines in Cambria, California! Our youth will enjoy spiritual, social, educational, and physical activities with a wide array of programs led by speakers and leaders. Come join us as…
On Sunday, July 10th, the Shia Muslim Council of Southern California held its first Eid Picnic at Mile Square Park in Fountain Valley, California. Hundreds of community members from the Southland gathered to celebrate the joyous occasion with food, games, competitions, and prayers. We hope to see all of you…
The IECOC is pleased to announce the upcoming Junior Youth Camp in August, whose theme is “The Importance of Good Friends.” This camp is especially designed for youths aged 9-14, and will cost only $120 for three days of fun and spiritual enrichment. All information can be found in the…