Walking in Allah's Light
A special retreat with Sufi Master and Teacher Amany Shalaby
Hosted by Sufi Center MN
LIVE IN-PERSON AT SUFI CENTER MN AND BY ZOOM
8120 Penn Ave., S., Suite 455
Bloomington, MN 55431
Is your heart longing:
- for a deep rest and renewal?
- to rekindle and deepen your connection with the Divine?
- to be in the warm and safe container of a loving community with an advanced teacher?
IF YOUR HEART IS SAYING YES to any of this, then join us for a profound Sufi retreat where we will embark on a journey to walk in the light of Allah.
Here is what you will receive by participating in this retreat:
1. Help in Walking in the Light of Allah:
Amany will guide participants through the essence of walking in the divine light, a central tenet of Sufism. Through insightful teachings and reflective exercises, you will learn how to align your life with the divine presence, fostering a deep connection with Allah that permeates every aspect of your being. This session emphasizes living a life of faith, compassion, and spiritual awareness.
2. Guidance in how to Live in Harmony with Reality, People, and Nature:
Amany will explore the Sufi perspective on living harmoniously with the world around us. This will include discussions on the importance of balance and interconnectedness, providing practical ways to cultivate peace within yourself and extend that harmony to your relationships with others and the natural world. This theme promotes a holistic approach to life, grounded in spiritual principles that nurture both the individual and the collective well-being.
3. A New Understanding of Holy Beings as Role Models:
In this session, Amany will share the inspiring stories of prophets, saints, and holy figures who embody the virtues and qualities we aspire to attain. Through engaging storytelling and group discussions, you will gain insights into how these revered figures navigated life’s challenges and exemplified the highest ideals of human nature. Their lives serve as beacons, guiding us towards a deeper understanding of ourselves and our spiritual potential.
4. The Healing Power of Sacred Prayers and Sounds:
Experience the transformative and healing effects of sacred prayers and sounds in Sufism through Amany’s guidance. This lecture focuses on the recitation of sacred texts, chanting, and listening to spiritual music that soothes the soul and refines awareness. These practices are designed to elevate your consciousness, heal emotional wounds, and foster a sense of inner peace and spiritual clarity.
EVENT DETAILS
When
October
19th - 20th
Saturday
9:30am - 5:30pm
Central Time
Sunday
9:30am - 4:00pm
Central Time
Tuition
Special Offer
Pay What You Can
Suggested Fee
$95
Location
Online & In-Person
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About Amany Shalaby, M.A.
Amany is the Founder of Universal Chaplaincy, a Certified Clinical Chaplain by Adventhealth and Member of The Association of Muslim Chaplains.
– Amany obtained her certificate of clinical pastoral chaplaincy from Adventhealth, FL, 2020.
– In 2015, she earned her master’s degree in comparative philosophy of religion from Middlesex University in London.
– She earned her post-graduate diploma in Islamic studies from the Islamic College of Advanced Studies in London in 2002
– She obtained an ijazah (license) from Sidi Shaikh Muhammad Sa’id al-Jamal, who was the Imam for al-Masjid al-Aqsa and the Head of the Sufi Counsel in Jerusalem for thirty years. She served for twelve years as the Shaikh’s simultaneous interpreter and she translated twenty books on Islamic spirituality, written by the Shaikh.
– She has eighteen years of experience providing Islamic Sufi education and spiritual care for several Shadhiliyya Sufi communities across the states, and she is a faculty member at the University of Spiritual Healing and Sufism.
– She is currently serving as a chaplain and gender equity coordinator for Muslim Women’s Organization.
– She is the author of The Essence of Creation, and The Emanation of Consciousness
– She also wrote Hidden Pearls, a book of poems.
. She also authored two children’s books published by Richard Ownes Publications Inc.:
Goha and His Donkey
The Little Puffer Fish
– She lives in Florida and is a mother of three children, a son, and two daughters.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact Rahma Kate Nielsen at 612-719-8114 or nielsen2420@gmail.com
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