ALIM's Monthly Book Club
Hosted by Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans
Become a part of ALIM's Online Monthly Book Club led by Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans! Explore a range of thought-provoking books on mental health, spirituality, social justice, and more. Monthly book selections are announced at the beginning of the month, so readers have enough time to read, reflect, and join us for an engaging, live discussion (typically held on the last Wednesday of the month with Ust. Evans at 7/8 pm CST/EST).
Support ALIM’s valuable community resource by becoming a monthly donor and helping sustain our programming! Once you subscribe, you’ll receive a private recurring link to join our upcoming meetings, plus monthly updates via text and email. Learn about this month's book pick and become a member below!
Support ALIM’s valuable community resource by becoming a monthly donor and helping sustain our programming! Once you subscribe, you’ll receive a private recurring link to join our upcoming meetings, plus monthly updates via text and email. Learn about this month's book pick and become a member below!
Become a member
As a book club member, you’ll enjoy:
• Exclusive access to ALIM’s private live discussions, hosted by Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans
• Meeting recordings if you can’t attend live sessions
• Access to ALIM’s curated book storefront with past selections
• A group chat with fellow readers for ongoing discussions and insights
• Free PDFs of reading selections (when available)
• Exclusive access to ALIM’s private live discussions, hosted by Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans
• Meeting recordings if you can’t attend live sessions
• Access to ALIM’s curated book storefront with past selections
• A group chat with fellow readers for ongoing discussions and insights
• Free PDFs of reading selections (when available)
February Book choice
ALIM’s January Online Book Club pick is The Barakah Effect: More With Less by: Mohammed Faris.
This practical, heart-shifting read shows you how to infuse your time, work, and daily life with barakah, cultivating intention and alignment with Allah for lasting impact and spiritual fulfillment. Join Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans on Wednesday, February 25 for an engaging online discussion and explore how small shifts can make a big impact.
This practical, heart-shifting read shows you how to infuse your time, work, and daily life with barakah, cultivating intention and alignment with Allah for lasting impact and spiritual fulfillment. Join Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans on Wednesday, February 25 for an engaging online discussion and explore how small shifts can make a big impact.
About the book
In a world that teaches us that if we have more, we’ll be more, why do we still feel insufficient? What is missing?
We are plagued by Hustle Culture, working longer hours, buying advanced gadgets, and wearing the latest fashion, yet we remain unfulfilled. Mohammed Faris’ groundbreaking book powerfully reintroduces the ancient wisdom of Barakah and masterfully juxtaposes it with modern-day realities.
The Barakah Effect fuses traditional Islamic knowledge, pioneering research, and compelling stories to take you on a deep dive into the expansive implications of Barakah on your personal and professional life. This book illuminates the vital role of good intentions, the importance of seeking Allah’s help, the power of gratitude, and the virtue of patience. Learn how to liv e a life centered on serving your Lord, cultivate a gardener's mindset that combines ambition with contentment, navigate challenging family dynamics with grace, and leave a legacy that outlives your earthly existence.
We are plagued by Hustle Culture, working longer hours, buying advanced gadgets, and wearing the latest fashion, yet we remain unfulfilled. Mohammed Faris’ groundbreaking book powerfully reintroduces the ancient wisdom of Barakah and masterfully juxtaposes it with modern-day realities.
The Barakah Effect fuses traditional Islamic knowledge, pioneering research, and compelling stories to take you on a deep dive into the expansive implications of Barakah on your personal and professional life. This book illuminates the vital role of good intentions, the importance of seeking Allah’s help, the power of gratitude, and the virtue of patience. Learn how to liv e a life centered on serving your Lord, cultivate a gardener's mindset that combines ambition with contentment, navigate challenging family dynamics with grace, and leave a legacy that outlives your earthly existence.