Youth Collective Kickoff Event
Youth Collective Kickoff Event We recently held a presentation highlighting past and upcoming Youth Collective events, creating an opportunity for networking and building connections. The evening featured fun activities like Kahoot and Bingo, live music, and a shared dinner. It was also the first time the Youth Collective was introduced to the community, and we […]
Cooking Club
Cooking Club At BAYCC, our Muslim sisters are hosting a Cooking Club — but it’s so much more than just coming together to cook. This gathering is about knowing Allah and following the footsteps of our beloved Prophet ﷺ. Every recipe shared and every meal prepared is accompanied by reflections that fill the heart with […]
Youth Collective – Movie Night
Youth Collective – Movie Night Movie Night Reflection: Faith Lessons from a Galaxy Far, Far Away Our community of young professionals recently gathered for an inspiring movie night featuring Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. Together, we followed the journey of a young explorer discovering courage, purpose, and destiny — and reflected on […]
Visiting San Francisco Muslim Community Center
Visiting San Francisco Muslim Community Center We visited the San Francisco Muslim Community Center, which was formerly the mosque of the late Imam Abu Qadir. The community is now led by Imam Na’il, and we had the chance to meet him. Imam Na’il warmly explained to us the investments and improvements made to the mosque, […]
Kintsugi Workshop
Kintsugi Workshop Art of Kintsugi BAYCC recently hosted a heartwarming community gathering centered around the art of Kintsugi, offering attendees a unique opportunity to build friendships and deepen connections through shared hands-on experiences. The event provided a peaceful and inclusive space where participants could reflect, create, and heal while engaging in meaningful conversations and enjoying […]
Cleaning the Coast, One Bag at a Time
Cleaning the Coast, One Bag at a Time On July 19, 2025, our youth team rolled up their sleeves and joined the Pacific Beach Coalition for a community beach clean-up that blended purpose with camaraderie. From high schoolers to recent graduates, our 10-person team brought energy, teamwork, and a shared mission: to care for the […]
In a Digital Age: Can AI Help Us Reflect More, Not Less?
In a Digital Age: Can AI Help Us Reflect More, Not Less? Exploring AI, Presence, and Purpose with Dr. Murat Baday We were honored to host Dr. Murat Baday, researcher at Stanford University, for a thought-provoking conversation on the intersection of artificial intelligence, human attention, and spiritual well-being. The event brought together a rich mosaic […]
Serving Hot Meal with Interfaith Community
Serving Hot Meal with Interfaith Community Interfaith Hot Meal Service On June 22, 2025, Abrahamic Alliance International (AAi) partnered with Pacifica Institute, Bay Area Cultural Connections (BAYCC), Congregation Sinai, and River Church Community to serve meals to unhoused neighbors in San Jose. This interfaith effort brought together Muslim, Jewish, and Christian volunteers to act in […]
Boys Summer Camp 2025
From June 14–20, BayCC held its Boys Summer Camp at Redwood Alliance, bringing together students and mentors for a week of spiritual reflection, learning, and outdoor adventure. With a full daily schedule—including early morning prayers, Qur’an study, book discussions, and group reflections—the camp balanced focused spiritual development with fun activities like soccer, volleyball, and swimming. […]
Congressional Awards 2025
From June 10–13, six outstanding students from our community traveled to Washington, D.C. to receive the prestigious Gold Congressional Award Medal, the highest honor Congress bestows upon youth. As part of the national ceremony, students had the opportunity to meet and network with Senators, Congress members, and fellow awardees from across the country, while also […]