About ICCP

Sheikh Mahmoud has invested more than 33 years in studying Islam. He memorized the Qur’an at the age of eleven. He attended Al-Azhar Preparatory Institute of Demmiette, Egypt, from 1968 till 1971, followed by Al-Azhar Secondary Institute of Demmiette, Egypt until 1975. In 1977, after two years of studying business at Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt, he joined the University’s Faculty of Islamic Theology (College of Usool Al-Din), where he focused on the sciences of hadith. He learned from well-established hadith scholars and obtained his Bachelor’s degree in 1981.

In 1989, he joined the graduate program of the Faculty of Islamic Theology at Al-Azhar University and in 1992, gained his “Diploma in the Sciences of Hadith.” He continued his studies, achieving his Master’s degree with distinction in 1995. He then attended the Institute for the Preparation of Muslim Teachers, Port Said, Egypt, completing the program in 1996.

From 1996 to 1997 he also worked as an instructor at the Institute for the Preparation of Muslim Teachers, Port Said, Egypt, specializing in training teachers to give Islamic speeches. He attracted many students with his unique approach to teaching methodology.

Sheikh Mahmoud established four organizations while he worked at the Ministry of Awqaf, Demmiette, Egypt. The first organization was “The Village Youth Center,” established in 1989. He chaired this organization with the help of others. They established a new building located on the Nile. The center offered both sports activities as well as religious programs. The second was “The Society of Patients’ Friends” in 1991. The main purpose was to help needy patients by providing them free medical treatment and medications. The third organization was the “Finance House” or “Baitul Maal” in 1995. This was instrumental in supporting many poor people by providing them with educational programs, offering interest-free loans, providing professional training for poor people, and helping orphans, etc. He was effective in attracting many youngsters to the center. The fourth organization was the Association for Facilitating Hajj for the community of Kafr Saad.

From 1997 to 1998, he worked as a visiting Imam for the Islamic Center of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico. As a result, he was offered a full-time Imam position from 1999 until 2001. He played a vital role in community outreach following the 9/11 terrorist attacks. As a participant in several panel discussions at the University of New Mexico and in meetings with representatives of governmental organizations, he explained how Islam teaches against violent acts and the killing of innocent people. In 2002, he joined the Islamic Community Center of Phoenix, Arizona.

Sheikh Mahmoud gives the Friday khutbah with new topics weekly. He covers a wide range of subjects such as Islamic beliefs; Islamic guidelines; Qur’anic tafsir; and Prophet Muhammad’s character and life.

He provides weekly speeches on Friday nights for men and women. He also gives a weekly speech on Saturday nights for ladies. Each Saturday after Fajr prayer, he offers a short talk. Sheikh Mahmoud covers diversified issues including Islamic basics; Muslims’ relationships with non-Muslims; respecting other people’s religions; being a good citizen and law-abiding person; how to become righteous; dealings with and respecting one’s neighbors; teachings of the Prophet Muhammad; understanding and interpreting the Qur’an; and implementing the teachings of the Qur’an in one’s life.

Sheikh Mahmoud addresses each topic from the point of views of the four schools of thought (Hanafi, Shafi’i, Hanbali, and Maliki). He teaches an ongoing tajweed (Qur’anic recitation) class and previously gave a course on the sciences of hadith. For the children and young people of the community, Sheikh Mahmoud organizes and teaches at the ICCP’s weekend school.

Spiritual Leadership

Sheikh Mahmoud provides leadership to community members by tending to their spiritual needs. He encourages community members to visit him by appointment each day during his evening “office hours.” He attends to people’s spiritual needs at times of bereavement not only by officiating at funerals and burials, but also by visiting the homes of the bereaved families to recite Qur’an and to give talks encouraging people to remember Allah during difficult times. He also performs marriages and counsels community members about marriage and family issues.

Construction Project

Sheikh Mahmoud has worked tirelessly to support the building of a new mosque to accommodate the increasing number of community members, especially the number of worshippers on Fridays. The first phase of the project’s construction is complete. He is leading the drive to encourage people to donate funds for the second phase.

Interfaith Initiatives

Sheikh Mahmoud has a strong belief in respecting non-Muslims and in establishing good relationships with non-Muslim organizations. During Sheikh Mahmoud’s tenure, with the support of the ICCP board, many church and synagogue representatives have visited the ICCP to learn about the true teachings of Islam toward other religions. Sheikh Mahmoud has, in turn, visited several other faith organizations and has given talks about respecting and dealing with non-Muslims. He has gained admiration because of his constant interaction with several leaders from other faiths. Sheikh Mahmoud also encourages interaction at the ICCP with representatives of governmental and private non-religious organizations, so they can learn about Islam and Islamic teachings.

Function: The Committee is responsible for the day-to-day management of ICCP. In addition, the Committee is responsible for:

• Approving the Budget.
• Appointing a certified Public Accountant who is not among the officers of ICCP to audit the accounts of the ICCP.
• Select delegates to represent ICCP when needed.
• Prepare an Annual Report.
• Receive and investigate the complaints from members of the General Assembly.

Committee Members (Volunteers):

• Abbid Ally – President
• Idris A Idris – Secretary
• AbdulAziz Erkinov – Member 

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• Park only inside the marked spaces, any vehicle not parked inside marked spaces, parked on more than one space, blocking the entrance or the exit, or double parked will be towed without warning at owner expense. “Phoenix City Code Sec. 36-144”
• Adhere to the parking volunteers directions.
• We do not advice parking on the streets surrounding the Masjid, but if you do, do not block any neighbor drive way or trash access, do not park on top of the sidewalk, and follow the traffic rules when parking close to a fire hydrate, stop sign, curves, or intersections.
• Do not park in reserved or marked handicapped spaces.
• Drive slowly and speed limit when entering and exiting the parking lots and when driving through the neighborhood.
• Give pedestrians the right of way, respect other drivers, and wait for your turn.
• Do not leave children alone in the vehicle, and do not leave any valuables visible.
• No overnight parking without ICCP management approval.
• ICCP, the management, volunteers and officers are not responsible for any damages or fees to your vehicle while parked on any of the parking lots owned or provided by ICCP.

• All people attending the ICCP shall conduct themselves in Islamic manners in compliance with the Holy Quran and the Sunnah. Everyone shall exercise tolerance and respect for the rights of others and their opinions. Everyone shall refrain from raising his or her voice and from speaking offensively of anyone.
• No one (except the designated ICCP announcer) has the authority to make announcement or distribute literature or to sponsor any gatherings on the grounds of the ICCP, or at any activity organized by the ICCP without the prior written consent of the ICCP chairman of the Executive Committee.
• Any Muslim, who wishes to speak to the General Assembly after Friday prayer, shall seek the consent of the chairman of the Executive Committee.
• Smoking is not permitted at any time inside the building, and it is discouraged outside the building.
• Food and beverages will not be allowed in the hallways, prayer areas, and parking lot.
• Overnight staying is not permitted on days other than the I’tkaf days announced by ICCP.
• In the event that the Executive Committee becomes aware of any violations of the code of conduct set forth herein, the Executive Committee shall implement one or more of the following disciplinary actions at its discretion:
  • Advice the person.
  • Suspend the person’s membership if advice is not followed.
  • Suspension can be lifted once the person corrects his/her action and submits a written apology. As a last resort, barring the violator from the grounds of the ICCP.
• Visiting speakers do not represent the policies or the stand of the ICCP, and they should submit to the chairman of the Executive Committee in advance the content of their speeches, whether in oral or in written form.
• No unauthorized fundraising will be permitted.
• ICCP entrances and exits must be kept free from obstruction at all times.
• Any individuals attending or visiting will not under any circumstances hold the center responsible for any claims regarding injuries and damages against persons or property which may be brought about during or as a consequence of attending or visiting the center.