Creating a space for individuals to SHAPE faith
(A joint program between the students of UC Berkeley and the Graduate Theological Union)




In the Name of God, The Most Gracious, The Most Merciful

The QSC's regular events include:

( Note: This student group is not currently active )


Topic Discussions
1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursdays of the month, 8:00 - 9:30 pm

Topic discussions take place in a cozy room, gathered around a coffee table, at the Graduate Theological Union. For each week a topic of interest related to spirituality is chosen. We open with a related reading, and the conversations develop therefrom.
We invite people of all different faith-traditions to share their insights. The subject is also presented and discussed from a Quranic perspective.
In the past we have had many interesting discussions, which included people from a wide array of faiths.
Refreshments are present as well.
We usually start arriving at 7:30 and begin discussion at 8:00
For directions click here and check upcoming topics in our Events Calendar

Quran Study
Mondays, 8:00 - 9:15 pm
During our studies we read from the Quran as a group and discuss as a group, seeking to grow and benefit from the guidance therein.
"O people, enlightenment has come to you herein from your Lord, and healing for anything that troubles your hearts, and guidance, and mercy for the believers." (Quran 10:57)

Location: Cafe Strada
For the most up-to-date information go to the Events Calendar and click on "Quran Study"

Friday Prayer
Fridays, 1:15 - 1:45 pm
Friday prayer is held at 2441 LeConte St. in the Graduate Theological Union. There is reception and seating from 1:00 to 1:15 (to allow people to make it from work or class ending at 1:00) and the sermon starts at 1:15 pm. Friday prayer is open to all.
For directions to Friday Prayer, click here



Using the Quran as our reference, we seek to:

Share spiritual insights

Hear diversity and dissent

Appreciate the wisdom of different beliefs

Practice worship of God

Educate faith communities & the curious about Islam



What makes our group unique?

Given the diversity of beliefs in Islam, we feel it is important to share our viewpoint:
  1. In regards to the practice of Islam, we look only to the Quran as our source of guidance and religious law.


     
  2. Our declaration of faith (Shahadah) is "La ellaha ela Allah" or, "There is no god but God."


     
  3. We do not call upon or mention any other names but God in our prayers and other religious rites.

This said, we welcome the participation and presence of different perspectives.

Upcoming Events




Featured Articles
  • Terror Of Islam
    [Word doc | PDF]
    An insightful look into the ideals of Islam in the Quran vs. the ideals that have taken shape in some Muslim communities.
Search the Quran
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With the option of using multiple English translations at the same time.