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Episode 104: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Christen Amer. Guest: Lara, Lindsay, Gina. Wearing Hijab and Recognizing Privilege: A Group Discussion, Convert Stories Today, host Christen Amer, is joined by three maverick converts: Lara Jennings author of an upcoming book and co-founder of MyMoon Online Lindsay Conrad mother of 2 and student of all things Dr. Gina DeBarthe All have experienced different treatment after deciding to wear the headscarf or hijab. Find out how despite adversity, these ladies still count the headscarf as one of the greatest blessings God has given Muslims. Whether you're struggling with trying to put it on, keep it on or feeling as if you are always "the other" this episode brings wisdom to bear on how to navigate and succeed in maintaining your hijab in a world that still misunderstands its purpose. About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 103: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Gina Marie DeBarthe. Guest: Kadijah Michelle. Today's guest is Kadijah. In this episode we discuss: Information on how she had been involved in her Catholic faith. Her upbringing in the Catholic church. Difficulties with some of the practices in the Catholic church. How she learned about the doctrine changes in the Catholic church over time. When she realized her disbelief in her Catholic faith, she discusses how this impacted her and her values. How she first learned about Islam through her religion class in high school. Her first encounter with Muslims. Her first visit to her local Masjid. How she was able to further learn about Islam through reading and asking questions of other Muslims. Her shahadah and her first Ramadan. The process of learning about Islam and how knowledge in Islam is an ongoing process. How difficult it was to learn to pray and how few other Muslims she initially encountered. Receiving advice from those who may not have knowledge versus those who do. Work/life balance. Building an Islamic library to increase knowledge. Wearing and not wearing the hijab, and the reasons to wear hijab. Judging others and the 'Haram Police'. This is what Kadijah says: My name is Kadijah, but I was born Michelle Kastriba. I converted the day before Ramadan in 2004 when I was 24 years old, and I will be 41 in a couple months. I grew up as an Army Brat. I was born on a Military Installation in West Germany (it was still the Cold War), and moved frequently between the U.S. and Europe as a child until my father retired from the Army and we settled in Pennsylvania in 1995. For several years, I was a pharmacy technician until I decided to go to college to pursue a degree in Economics, and I am currently a Junior at Penn State. I am also a proud and happy homemaker. I am an avid reader, and I love crochet. I am extremely passionate about volunteering and also empowering women. Most of my volunteering has been fundraising activities for Muslim organization including several years that organized and led many campaigns for my local Islamic School. Through the years, I have been asked by different groups in the Harrisburg, PA area to speak about my experiences as a Muslim including a panel at the Harrisburg Masjid and also at Harrisburg Area Community College. Lately, though, I have stepped back from volunteering and fundraising to focus on gaining knowledge. My focus now is to become an Islamic Educator for Women. I believe we desperately need them. I think what is most important about my experience is that I was born and raised Catholic. Even though I went to Church and Catholic school, I always felt something wasn't right, and I would pray for God to guide me. I grew in a military household at the end of the Cold War and the beginning of the War on Terror. Before I became a Muslim, my family and I had a very negative opinion of Islam and it's followers because that was the culture that we were exposed to. Then I started working as a clerk with two wonderful Muslims, and I started learning that Islam is not what happened on September 11, but so much more...it was the answer to my prayers. Alhumdilillah. Links on how to pray that Kadijah used: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6CF3DTTWRC6B3KBN0rCbwQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F78eFQ_Nw-Y Other links mentioned in the episode: https://quranrevolution.com/ Islamic book store: https://darussalam.com/ Mufti Menk https://www.youtube.com/user/MuftiMenkRox Yusha Evans https://www.youtube.com/user/yushaevansmedia Books: What Everyone Needs to Know About Islam https://untoislam.com/book/need-to-know-about-islam Not Without My Daughter: The Harrowing True Story of a Mother's Courage https://untoislam.com/book/not-without-my-daughter The Ideal Muslimah: The True Islamic Personality of the Muslim Woman as Defined in the Qur an and Sunnah https://untoislam.com/book/the-ideal-muslimah The Ideal Muslim: The True Islamic Personality of the Muslim as Defined in the Qur'an and Sunnah https://untoislam.com/book/the-ideal-muslim The New Muslim's Field Guide https://untoislam.com/book/new-muslims-field-guide About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 102: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Christen Amer. Guest: Glory. Islam Opened my Eyes to the Reality of this Life In this episode we talk to "Glory" aka the Muslimah of the West who reverted 5 years ago in spite of several obstacles, including finding someone to help her take her shahada. Find out how Glory finally came to be Muslim and how it has impacted her life. If you are interested in learning more about her please visit her channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrGNRCSTK3c7LV9Yf7zFCqA Here's the description of her channel: Muslimah of The WEST an INFJ shares what it's like to be a solo female American Muslim revert living in the West, and traveling throughout the world. Follow for personal Vlogs, Islamic Fashion, Quran Discussion, Arabic Cooking, Revert Tips for Life, and Travel Adventures. Hello friends, I have been a New Muslim since 2016. I come from a strong lifelong relationship with GOD/ALLAH, the one and only God. I have studied many scriptures from all of the Prophets, but I concentrate on the Quran daily. My family is a mix of Christians and non-believers. With my channel I hope to enlighten people about the life and struggles of a Muslim convert/revert living in the West and share my life experiences and information with other reverts, as well as born Muslims around our world. My hope is to build bridges of understanding, love and acceptance for all people and show the light of Islam to the world. About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 101: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Gina Marie DeBarthe. Guest: Nawal. In this episode we discuss: Islam and its connection to the environment. The importance of the taking care of the environment. The importance of the taking care of plants and animals and reducing our impact on the environment. Over-population and over-consumption. Highlights from the episode: The importance of the environment in our religion. Caring for animals, plants, and water. The concept of the 7th generation in Native American culture. How the Holy Prophet emphasized caring for the environment for subsequent generations. Discussion on pollution, over-consumption, and overpopulation. Christian perspective versus Islamic perspective on the environment. Information on how the environment will serve as a witness to humanity on the day of judgement. Plant and animal communities and communication. The roles of plants and animals in the necessities of life for humanity and other living beings. Extinction of a variety of species, due to over-hunting. How over-consumption impacts human health. How eating less meat, can have a positive impact on the environment, and allow us to feed more people. How over-harvesting our resources, including over-fishing, is detrimental to animals, people, and their environments. Convenience culture of modern society is reviewed, especially the over-production of goods, including food. The current culture norms of over-consumption and the facade of plenty. How humanity has disconnected from the environment, including food production. The connection between one farmer and his farm. Plant and animal husbandry in the current factory farms systems. Overpopulation and it's impact on the environment. About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 100: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Adee Simon Macdowell. Guest: Katherine Garnett. Today's episode is a celebration for two reasons: Katherine CONVERTS to Islam live on the show It is our 100th episode We are also joined by other Becoming Muslim hosts for the episode: Christen Amer Gina Marie DeBarthe Nawal Cedric Du Peloux We had a wonderful time and shared our advice with Katherine after she took a huge step and converted to Islam live on the show during the episode. About Katherine: 20 years old From New York Lives in Jacksonville, Florida Works as a welder Is in the US Navy Interested in learning about other cultures and cooking Passionate about helping the poor and creating self discipline We also mentioned the Top 6 episodes out of 100: (6) Author Of The Book 'How To Be A Happy Muslim' Explains How To Succeed By Converting To Islam (USA) https://untoislam.com/podcast/author-of-the-book-how-to-be-a-happy-muslim-explains-how-to-succeed-by-converting-to-islam (5) Inside The Soul Of Islam: Love, Beauty And Wisdom Of Islam For Spiritual Seekers Of All Faiths (UK) https://untoislam.com/podcast/inside-the-soul-of-islam-a-unique-view-into-the-love-beauty-and-wisdom-of-islam-for-spiritual-seekers-of-all-faiths (4) A Powerful Near Fatal Experience Leaves Tracy Feeling Compelled To Realise Islam. Convert Story (USA) https://untoislam.com/podcast/new-beginning-through-the-eyes-of-the-end (3) Don't Be Afraid To Convert, Do It! Allah Will Find A Way! How To Convert To Islam (USA) https://untoislam.com/podcast/anthony-ginamp3 (2) Convert of 45 Years Explains: Journey Through 10000 Veils; The Truth Shall Make You Free (USA) https://untoislam.com/podcast/convert-of-45-years-explains-journey-through-10000-veils-the-truth-shall-make-you-free (1) Defender Of The Quran And Not A Muslim Yet - Why Does Gina Want To Convert To Islam? (USA) https://untoislam.com/podcast/defender-of-the-quran This is the image that Katherine mentioned in the episode: http://khaledhamid.blogspot.com/2010/02/stairway-to-heaven-modern-art-with.html About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 99: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Adee Simon Macdowell. Guest: Ahmad. Finally Finding the True Way of the Creator About Ahmad: Converted in 2011 at the age of 24 Currently 34 years old Born in Egypt Grew up in NYC Works with IT computer systems Enjoys inviting people to Islam, muay thai, archery, volunteering, soccer Passionate about purifying the religion, helping others, giving talks, teaching youth and Muslims giving back Checkout Ahmad's YouTube channel here (Travelerz way): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_cY2yL0TeEm9uII_kJ7APA/videos The following is taken from there... I was born and labeled as Egyptian Muslim who grew up in a land they labeled as the United States. From there I became agnostic, then an atheist, then a Buddhist to finally finding the true way of the Creator - gaining understanding that there are no labels of division. Let us learn the differences in languages to understand deeper meaning by doing the self work. Welcome to my journey of discovering the path and what I find to be the middle ground, living in 2020 oppression free. Going through life with the laws of the Creator, and taking advice from the previous wise men who came with books from God to guide humanity. There are no labels for God's way of life except submission. I am a son of Adam who sins, but doing my best to live according to the way in 2020 with all the technology. Will you join me on my journey fellow traveler? Oh son and daughter of Eve, will you detach from a world you are surely going to leave? Join me on this blessed journey. Links from the episode: https://www.thesecret.tv/ About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 98: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Gina Marie DeBarthe. Guest: Guadalupe Zamora. Learning About Islam, Lupe Discusses the Impact of Islam on Her Life. Guadalupe Zamora is a mother of six children. She is currently Catholic, but she is exploring Islam. She is married to a Muslim man from Jordan. Several of her children have already converted to Islam, and she encourages them to practice their faith. In this episode we discuss: How Lupe met her husband. His proposal to her. Her family reaction to her new marriage. How supportive her new husband is with her six children. How her children became Muslim, even though she has not yet converted. How Islam has brought her children closer to God. The differences between cultural Islam and the religion of Islam. Her Islamic marriage ceremony and her responsibilities as a wife. During the episode Lupe asked questions about Islam, dating, and marriage. In addition, she noted how different her Islamic marriage ceremony was compared to her previous marriage. We also discussed the idea of polygyny. Lupe also discussed the positive impact of Islamic values on her children. Finally we talk about women covering their hair in the bible, the concept of hijab, and modest dress for men and women. About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 97: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Cedric Du Peloux. Guest: Robby Quinn. Today we talk to Robby Quinn. It all started when Robby had visions of his father's passing away. Then he had more on his grandfather's passing. He would see signs, Arabic symbols and hear voices every night. At first he saw them as nightmares but later he knew they were signs from God. Because of this, he decided to look into Islam. Finally Robby converted at the wedding of family that helped him learn about Islam. About Robby: Converted in 2012 at a friends weddings 9 years since converting Current age is 37 Comes from the suburbs of Boston Currently lives in Boston MA Works as a lead fish clerk since 2003 Likes hanging with his cat and streaming video games Is a part time organiser at a local mosque Is passionate about being active at his mosque as an organizer for thanksgiving lunches and monthly panel talks You can contact Robby here: humanorb2013@gmail.com About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 96: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Adee Simon Macdowell. Guest: Dylan. Today's episode is with Dylan. Dylan converted 7 years ago in 2014 at the age of 19, he's now 25 years old. He is a student of Islamic knowledge with two specializations in: 1) Islamic Law 2) Classical Theology He has been teaching Islam since 2018 and lives in Montana USA. He started the Nations of Faith organisation. In this interview he talks about: General advice about how to go about converting to Islam How rational proofs help to become Muslim How Islam will change your life The inner changes you'll see after accepting Islam The outer changes in your life after converting The obstacles you'll find on your path to Islam The consequences of converting to Islam and how to deal with it Dylan states in the interview, "1.9 billion people believe this is the direct word of God... maybe give it a read." Visit Dylan's website here: https://ihyaalislam.blogspot.com This article of Dylan may be beneficial for you. Salah - Learn to Offer Prayers | Part 1 https://ihyaalislam.blogspot.com/2020/10/salah-learn-to-offer-prayers-part-1.html This is Dylan's Youtube channel with his wife and family. He says, "Thank you for tuning into our channel! Here we will try to produce Islamic content while we let you into to our little world." https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUQRXtrFoVFxxCewUI6asIg/about This is his revert story on his channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgWGDfHZRQM Books recommended by Dylan: The Devil's Deception Imam Ibn Al - Jawzi https://untoislam.com/links/book-the-devils-deception-imam-ibn-al-jawzi The Beginning of Guidance: The Imam and proof of Islam https://untoislam.com/links/book-the-beginning-of-guidance-the-imam-and-proof-of-islam About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 95: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Gina Marie DeBarthe. Guest: Dr. Michael Jewett. It's a Marathon, Not a Sprint. Dr. Michael Jewett was a Christian Minister for over 30 years and earned a PhD in theology. He held many positions in his church. He is also a retired psychologist. He worked for 30 years with the needy, homeless and people with addictions to alcohol and other substances. He was the state of Michigan director of the alcohol and substance abuse program. He would train churches around Michigan to work with alcohol and substance abuse clients. He was also the state of Michigan chaplain overseeing the churches in the state of Michigan for the prison ministry in jail ministry and juvenile ministry. In this episode we discuss the following: How his interest in learning more about Islam began with a rummage sale. The beauty of the Islamic prayer and the positive impact it had on his journey towards Islam. The many years of study that he undertook before becoming Muslim. His difficulty with his fellow Christians and their lack of commitment to their own faith. Our own fears about what other people may be thinking about you. Perceived and real prejudices of others who are not Muslim. The fear of Allah (SWT), and the forgiveness of Allah, and your opinion and perception of Allah. Giving Allah human characteristics and how Allah does not have characteristics of his creation. Learning about Islam in a stepwise fashion. His interactions with the Quran and it's lack of a traditional literacy pattern. The narrative in your head, including your own prejudices and beliefs. Learning about Islam from someone who knows Islam. Differences in the beliefs about other religion's scriptures. About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 94: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Christen Amer. Guest: Lindsay Um Fatima. Sometimes You Just Need a Little Support On today's episode we interview Lindsay U.M. Fatima a 39 year old mother of 2 who reverted to Islam 11 years ago. Although Lindsay wears many hats, currently she spends the majority of her time home schooling her children and developing Islamic resources for others looking to deepen their knowledge of Islam. She holds a BA and MA in Italian Linguistics and a Doctor of Natural Health degree with a specialization in Ayurvedic medicine. She is truly a student of life who loves to learn Quran and Arabic studies, as well as foreign languages and cultures, history, and healthy living. Listen to her story to understand why a muslim's first command of "Iqra" or read is ultimately the road that leads to a deeper appreciation and practice of Islam. See Lindsay's first episode with us here: https://untoislam.com/podcast/introductory-course-on-islam-from-convert-and-former-prom-queen About Lindsay: Converted in February 14, 2010 11 years since converting Age is 39 From South Shore of Massachusetts, USA She's a wife and homeschooling mom of 2 daughters Lindsay's resources: (1) Introductory course - Journey to Faith:Discovering Islam - A FOUNDATIONAL COURSE ON THE RELIGION OF ISLAM AND ITS ADHERENTS https://www.umfatima.com/courses Books: (2) From Prom Queen to Hijabi: My Journey to Faith on a Road Less Traveled - by U.M. Fatima How does a typical American girl from Boston go from being Prom Queen and captain of two varsity sports teams to a proud orthodox Muslim? https://untoislam.com/links/from-prom-queen-to-hijabi (3) The Quran Reading Comprehension Workbook Series - Volume 1 - by U.M. Fatima The Quran Reading Comprehension Workbook Series - FOR KIDS - By U.M. Fatima https://untoislam.com/links/quran-reading-comprehension-workbook-series Lindsay's artwork: https://www.umfatima.com/gallery About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 93: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Gina Marie DeBarthe. Guest: Julia Hanke. This is an inspirational story where Julia discusses her conversion to Islam. She talks about life growing up with a mother who was an alcoholic. She recounts how she was raised a Christian but was confused by the doctrine of the trinity. She reveals how she learned about Islam, and her encounter with several American Muslims. In this episode: Julia talks about her relationship with her parents and how that changed after becoming Muslim. She reveals how she first encountered a group of Muslims. The logic of Islam. She discussed her struggle with the existence of evil. We further learned about her family's reaction to her conversion to Islam She elaborated on her father's obsession with atheism and devil worshipping. She converses about how Islam helped increase her patience and resiliency. She further notes how Islam helped her form a more respectful relationship with her parents. As a new revert in Germany, she dealt with a lot of prejudice, especially since she chose to wear hijab. This impacted her ability to find a job. In addition, she discussed how moving to Dubai has been a relief for her since she deals with less prejudice as a Muslim. We discuss her first Ramadan. About Julie: Converted around the age of 17 Born in 1987 and now 33 years old. Originally from Germany but lived many years in the UK Currently lives in UAE Dubai (last 6 years). Studied education and Islamic Sciences at a popular German University and achieved her Bachelor's degree. Full-time homeschooling mum of three and working part-time as a Copywriter. Julie is also a self-publishing Islamic Children's book author on Amazon and has written several children's books about Islam. Her website is: www.juliahankeauthor.com Here you can find her latest books, and information on an amazing reader and writers group. Her books are: Inspiring Islamic Stories https://untoislam.com/links/inspiring-islamic-stories-kids My First Islamic Book for Children Under 3 https://untoislam.com/links/first-islamic-book-children Social Skills in Islam https://untoislam.com/links/social-skills-in-islam-kids She is determined to write a dawah book for adults dealing with difficult questions like "why is there evil in this world?" What is the purpose of life" etc.? About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 92: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Cedric Du Peloux. Guest: Floyd Morris. About Floyd: Converted a couple months ago officially (2021) 30 years old Comes from Michigan USA Currently lives in Chicago Works as a Manufacturing Engineer Is passionate about spreading awareness of how school can lift families out of poverty He says "I'm of mixed race, brown skinned, and blessed to be exposed to multiple types of backgrounds" Floyd says in the interview: "You don't really know until you look at it yourself, so I became interested." "Let go of any pre-assumptions you have." About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 91: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Gina Marie DeBarthe. Guest: Imam Wisam Sharieff. Listen to a specialist Quran teacher talk about learning the Quran and about converting to Islam. This will help you to comfortably learn to recite the Quran in your first years of Islam after converting. In this episode we are joined by Imam Wisam Sharieff, founder and creator of Quran Revolution, an innovative system for connecting with the Quran. He is also founder of Advocating Quranic Lifestyle and Memorize Mentor. He has taught 25,000 plus students through a variety of in-person and on-line platforms. His charismatic and engaging style has aided many a student in learning complex principles and helped them increase their connection with the Quran. Websites referred to in this episode include: Quran Revolution: https://quranrevolution.com/ Advocating Quranic Lifestyle: AQL Website - New AQL Website https://aqlu.org/ Online Quran apps: https://quranwbw.com http://www.recitequran.com You can follow Imam Wisam Sharieff on Facebook, Instagram @wisamsharieff, and Youtube via the Quran Revolution channel. In this episode we discuss the following: Quran Revolution The love and forgiveness of Allah (SWT). Barriers to learning to read the Quran. Learning the language of Arabic versus learning how to read or recite the Quran. Where to start in learning the basics needed to read the Quran, including Quran Revolution. Transliteration versus learning the Arabic letters and learning to read the Quranic Arabic. Learning from one teacher versus many teachers. Taking a compliment and the importance of taking a compliment from others. Etiquette of the Quran. Don't learn etiquette from a book. Story of Wisam's grandmother's first Hajj. 30 days of going to Jannah. The power of duaa and having your own duaa. Unlocking our life purpose and a trustworthy relationship with Allah (SWT). Modern day slavery and the 200 million women unaccounted for. Using the names of Allah (SWT) for duaa and knowing Allah (SWT) the author of the Quran. Angels being able to read the Quran, and the idea that Allah (SWT) recited the Quran 1,000 years before he created mankind. Ruqiah, trauma, possession, and the three Quls. The current culture and the culture of the Quran. Defining Muslim culture for the next generation with the Quran. Understanding our difficulties in life, and meeting Allah (SWT). About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.

Episode 90: Convert to Islam: https://untoislam.com Podcast: https://untoislam.com/podcast About Us: https://untoislam.com/about-us Contact Us: https://untoislam.com/contact-us Live QA Session: https://untoislam.com/live-qa-session Sponsor|Donate|Support|Help Us: https://untoislam.com/donate Host: Cedric Du Peloux. Guest: Kenny Bomer. Topics discussed include: Why should I convert to Islam? What to focus on before accepting Islam Advice on how to get started with Islam How do you know you're doing the right thing? How will Islam change your life? What I'd have done differently? Nation Of Islam - what is it? Being a Muslim in Texas Easy and hard parts of converting About Kenny: He is an author, public speaker and debater. Converted to Islam in 1987, 34 years ago, at the age of 17. He is now 49 years old. Lives in Houston, Texas in the United States. Works as an inspector for the American Petroleum Institute. Former hip hop artist - signed two record deals, 1986, 2000. Kenny is the author of the book: Author of CONSIDER ISLAM: Disproving the Patriots of Propaganda https://untoislam.com/consider-islam Kenny is working on two books: Everything Is A Test - Truth Is Made Clear From Falsehood You Might Be An Islamophob If Other links: Host of Kenny Bomer Live on Consider This TV - https://untoislam.com/kenny-youtube Website: kennybomer.com Contact: info@kennyboomer.com Kenny's first episode with us - https://untoislam.com/podcast/former-hip-hop-artist-without-allah-i-am-nothing About the Becoming Muslim Podcast Do you have questions about Islam? Are you looking for a new direction in life? The Becoming Muslim podcast at https://untoislam.com is made for those who are in the midst of researching Islam. It also suits newly converted Muslims. Our podcast offers a wide variety of audible resources. From captivating stories of converts to discussions on day to day Islamic practices, Unto Islam allows for each individual to cater to their spiritual needs. Find out: (1) How to convert to Islam (2) What it means to be Muslim (3) Why Islam has helped others As Muslims do not engage in missionary work, our site is only here to help those who want to know more about our faith and creed.