World Muslim Congress hosts Naatia Mushaera in Richardson Friday

DALLAS: The World Muslim Congress, a think tank of Muslims in Dallas, announces a poetry session honoring Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), known as Naatia Mushaera.

"It is a purposeful event with three clear goals; to share Prophet's work with fellow Americans, to focus on how Muslims can adopt his teachings to benefit the society at large, and to bring Muslims of different denominations together for the common purpose- celebrate Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) birthday"- said Mike Ghouse, president the organization.

The program is set to start at 8:00 PM and end at mid night on Friday, February 21, 2014 at Richardson Civic Center in Richardson, Texas.

The evening is divided into two sessions. The first segment will highlight the Intrafaith and interfaith aspects of the program. Muslims of different denominations would share Naats (poetry singing). Then our friends from other faiths will also share their Poetry about the Prophet (PBUH).

The second segment after the tea break is assigned to poets and they will recite the purposeful poetry to reflect on Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) work and how we can make that meaningful in our day to day life.

"Throughout the program, we will be highlighting the inclusive teachings of the Prophet's wisdom. The values embedded in the Madinah constitution will be shared, where the prophet signed a declaration with Jews, Christians, Pagans and others. Each member of community was guaranteed the freedom to practice his or her faith freely,” said Mike Ghouse.

Refreshments, tea, and snacks will be served in addition to the special treat - the king of desserts; Laddu.

Shazia Khan will be the master of the ceremonies, and the event will be chaired by a mystery guest of honor, and special guest OS Modgil with host Mike Ghouse.