بِسْمِ اللّهِ الرَّحْمـَنِ الرَّحِيمِ

IJS: ... but my intentions are pure

2007-11-29T09:40:00.000-06:00

Meeting Baba Ali (part 2)

2007-11-12T22:17:00.001-06:00

Meeting Baba Ali (part1)

2007-11-12T22:09:00.000-06:00

IJS: Perfecting obedience

2007-11-05T21:47:00.000-06:00

2 of 2 Khutbah 10-26-07 @ Masjid Luqman

2007-10-28T11:45:00.000-06:00

1 of 2 Khutbah 10-26-07 @ Masjid Luqman

2007-10-28T11:44:00.000-06:00

B-Ball w/ Ash Shabab

2007-10-24T22:52:00.000-06:00

Seeking a blog designer...

2007-10-21T07:48:00.001-06:00

3Days2Nights

DW to produce Drama Series (3Days 2Nights)

2007-10-20T23:48:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
I have observed sundry individuals strive to produce Tomorrow Never Comes & I recently took part in Mahdi Ahmad's film Going Up North in LA.
I talk a big game in that I feel the simplest projects are made difficult by factors such as too many technical minds to individuals with desire & no skill.
I admit I'm dumber than a "bow of smooth rocks" but let me announce to you a project that I have had in mind for less than a week now that I will take from start to finish without a lot of technical delay or lack of realistic vision.
I announce to you a DawahWorks production series; 3Days 2Nights. This series will be total drama-education dealing with the unity of our Ummah under a single leader which emanates from our Islamic Aqeedah (creed). We will present all the evidences for how & why this is our most vital issue. The method & rules of electing leadership will be openly displayed for Muslims & non-Muslims alike.
No comedy here. Drama is the word.
As of now I am...
Sub-finalizing a pilot script to present publicly for advice
Seeking someone to design the blog for this movie
Casting 4 main characters (1 Arab, Pakistani/Indian, Caucasian, & Black) & many extras
(After casting main characters) organizing a photo shoot for blog design purposes
Insha Allah from start to finish I will request advice & help from the Ummah (& even non-Muslims) to get this project pilot complete.
I will assume command & direct the finalized pilot script.
Soon, Insha Allah, I will present the pilot "3Days 2Nights (Most Vital issue) Episode 1

10-17-07 Day 7 of G.U.N.

2007-10-18T00:17:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
I've decided to post my final update on my final full day here in LA filming G.U.N. We arrived @ Mahdi's job w/ intentions of filming the final 2 scenes. I was informed that a brother named Salih would take part in the film, therefore we would have to wait til 8:30pm to shoot these last 2 scenes. Cool! I convinced Mahdi to have an unscripted debate about what we had debated several times previously. I spent the bulk of my day "loosely" editing this debate for viewing. I didn't get much of anything else done. After leaving Mahdi's job we returned to the apt. to wait for Salih. Shortly after I was informed that Salih couldn't make it. We subsequently shot the closing scenes with a whole different caste. Alhamdulillah it's over. I had to make a closing statement in this film because the director ordered me to. Lol! Ice Cream & Cookie sandwiches for all afterwards.
Day & trip summary:
The area these brothers are in is in no way condusive to living Islamically. Grown men with no life focus or plan living amongst unruley & wild college students. Whole groups of Muslims engaging in open immorality & drunkiness & NOT ONE is a voice of reason or dhikr. Brothers leaving "strickter" salafi communities to let loose & hoot & hollar @ half-naked drunk white girls. Brothers adopting the "lessor of 2 evils" philosophy in order to justify dating & many other evils. Some whom I initially began greeting, I felt no need to continue greeting. You pray Fajr while others look @ you silly... Na'oodhubillah min dhalik!
I greatly miss hearing my youngest son call to me "daddy, come here" when he awakens each morning. I pray Allah (swt) that is not lost... I greatly miss my other beautiful kids & lovely sweet wife Ricole. Lastly I regret missing that Dallas Cowboy & New England Patriots Monday night game. Lol! Make du'ah I return safe.
Was Salaamu alaykum

Dawah or Nasihah... Huh? 1 of 2

2007-10-17T20:52:00.000-06:00

Dawah or Nasihah... Huh? 2 of 2

2007-10-17T20:51:00.000-06:00

10-16-07 Day 6 of G.U.N.

2007-10-17T14:22:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Alhamdulillah! Received good news this morning that my wife passed her LVN exam. Mabrook habibatee. Maasha Allah the day has started well.
Ate @ IHop before heading to Mahdi's job. Shot a short scene for G.U.N. 1 & done takes are not my deal. They are an editing nightmare for me. I have yet to meet the editor of this film but he would have to be a genious to make G.U.N. look like more than a rambling dialogue turn monolithic.
Did some editing on me & ISA's future collab on the uniqueness of Islam.
Shot yet another scene with a few "new" bros... I acted as camera man...
Went to Diddy Reese for an Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich (yummy). Don't worry! The ice cream was slaughtered Halaal.
Day summary:
Best day yet for G.U.N. but I didn't do as much as planned for DawahWorks. Tomorrow is last full day in LA. Alhamdulillah! Insha Allah, wife & kids here I come.

Dawah or Nasihah... Huh?

2007-10-17T13:00:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Mahdi of UmmahFilms & I had many debates. One such debate that I thought would be beneficial for our viewers was concerning Dawah (inviting to Islam) & Nasihah (sincere advice). I decided to set up in a informal manner & present this argument for the viewers to decide. Please leave your comments.
Remember, this is not an issue of who wins but that we all grow in understanding. Yameen? Ameen!
InshaAllah, video should be up today... Stay tuned.

10-15-07 Day 5 of G.U.N.

2007-10-16T13:51:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Chatted w/ online friends from U.K. to Morocco... haven't really spoken w/ them in days. Mahdi left for work but I neglected to go. Hung out w/ Khalil & Yahya... had late breakfast @ IHop... prayed Dhuhr @ Masjid Fahad... dropped of Khalil... went for Yahya's oil change... Yahya & I walked & talked about the Islamic concepts on many issues as well as G.U.N. I learned that Yahya was away for a friend's mom's Janazah was supposed to play a major role in G.U.N. I also learned that there was initial enthusiasm that had subsequently died. The culprit was a lack of organization of resources & people. UCLA has abundant resources but, as of yet, none have been utilized. THE MEASURE OF A LEADER IS IN HIS ABILITY TO UTILIZE HIS SOLDIERS.
We picked up Khalil once more then went to the mall to exchange Yahya's hat & capped it off sitting in a massage chair. Stopped @ Diddy Reese to get a famous cookie ice cream sandwich. Arrived back @ the apt. found Mahdi updating the G.U.N. blog.
Day summary:
Tomorrow, after 8pm looks more promising. Another character is supposed to take part in G.U.N. along w/ Yahya & maybe Khalil. I now have hopes that this film may look slightly better than me following Mahdi w/ an expensive camera. On the darker side, I don't see it appearing as "movie-ish" unless better filler scenes are shot to add "flava" to what could be "plain rice".
P.S.
For those who wonder why I haven't taken over this project yet... EVER HEAR OF TOUGH LOVE"??? Just call me "Da camra mann"

10-14-07 Day four of G.U.N.

2007-10-15T12:30:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Have yet to meet co-producer Khalil. Had early lunch w/ Mahdi & a Turkish brother. I decided to film there conversation which may be subsequently "ADDED" to the G.U.N. film. Went to Bel Air camera & Video to purchase an extended battery for my camcorder since I was scammed thru Ebay in regards to a 4 hour battery & package deal. Planned to film a scene for G.U.N. @ Mahdi's apts. walking down some stairs talking. Ended up filming the scene @ UCLA. Went quite well besides there was only one take. But hey! I ain't the director or producer nor part of the 24p HDV post production . Because there is no enthusiasm or help w/ G.U.N. the scene was basically me following Mahdi, while holding a camera & talking. If only camera phones shot 24p HDV, I would be back in San Antonio harassing jews & uncovered sisters... Lol!
Finally I met Khalil... he's admittedly not co-producing G.U.N. He says he offered professional advice that was overlooked so he decided to "bounce"... understood. Nite scenes are planned... No night scenes shot. Possible dawah w/ Khalil @ UCLA tomorrow, Insha Allah.
Day summary:
No actually directing is happening. I'm no pro director but I have vision that I translate into video. Need I say I feel I have wasted my time & money. No enthusiasm no help... My wife & kids are the best. I cannot wait to return to my family. Bi-Idh-Nillah

10-13-07 Day three of G.U.N.

2007-10-15T11:45:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Attempted breakfast at IHop, settled for a coffee & cinnamon roll. Mahdi & I debated Da'wah vs. Nasihah... no conclusion there. I walked up Compton Bl. looking for props for my planned IJS videos. With nothing to do on a Saturday I decided to tape a portion of me & Brother Isa's IJS collab video Choosing Submission. I felt a bit productive today Alhamdulillah. After Mahdi's work we dropped Br. Zahid in the O.C.
Day summary:
Saturday was lost. Feeling like a ghetto donkey...lol! Spoke to some of the bros... no enthusiasm, no anticipation, no help for this G.U.N. film. There is always Sunday.

10-12-07 Day two of G.U.N.

2007-10-15T11:10:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum wa Eid Mubarak! Today is officially Eid & as is often, many American Muslim "leaders" got is wrong & chose to seperate from the Ummah as "Americans" Scene: Yawmul Qiyamah.. "Yaa Allah, but we were Americans". BLAH!
Anyways... As I was making Takbir Ihram I noticed a Budha statue on a table to my left. I inquired about the "owner". All denied & had a heartly laugh. Now I'm p*ssed. I didn't appreciate to shirk for one, & the residual laughter didn't help any. Now "Mr. Budha" is outside in the dirt. Breakfast at McDonalds (to show my love for israel... NOT!) Asked for no meat, got bacon (Yummy... NOT!). Again received a "side-ways, right-on, fist pump" from some dude who followed it up with an "As Salaamu alaykum". Attempted a 1:15 pm Jumu'ah @ Masjid Ar-Rasheed in Compton that was closed due to Eid. Allahu Akbar! Mahdi works from 10 am to 7 pm with not much filming opportunities in between.
Keep in mind this is NOT a DawahWorks collab or produced or direct film...
Shot some filler scenes on Mahdi's lunch break. Attempted 1st G.U.N. take of an ad hoc conversation between Mahdi & I from a tri-pod. Didn't go so well due to no script & no segway to the main subject matter. I didn't enjoy an actual Eid. I was enformed toward the end of the day that Saturday's shoot was cancelled. Saturday is one of 2 crucial days. Once I'm gone, I'm gone. Camera & all. Holla!
Day summary:
Starting to look as if it is ONLY Mahdi & I in this film. No one to even hold the camera. Not sure if all I was told was on the up & up. Missing family like crazy. Wife says I'm on punishment when I return home.

10-11-07 Day one of G.U.N.

2007-10-15T10:18:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Discussed with Mahdi the missed promotional opportunities. No media day planned. No Q & A for such an "anticipated" film. Can you say, "Deja vue"? Left @ 10:30 for my 12:20pm flight. Arrived in LA 1:20pm. Picked up by Mahdi 2:00pm. Arrived @ Mahdi's job off of Compton Bl. & decided to walk around. Immediately to guys driving by gave me the "side ways, right-on, fist pump". This was maybe due to my beard & kufi. (The kufi has become associated w/ Islam & Muslims but is actually an assumed matter). Broke fast 6:30pm. Ate @ In & Out Burger near UCLA. Place of stay located on Frat Row... noisey! Drunk rich kids everywhere. Alahmdulillah after Thursday the chaos subsides a bit. Met with Muslim bros & did some da'wah. 1st scheduled shooting is tomorrow, Friday, 10-12-07.
Day summary:
Not as much enthusiasm by MSA @ UCLA as hyped. Have yet to meet Khalil (co-producer).

Going Up North chronicles...day by day.

2007-10-15T09:28:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
I couldn't decide how to document my trip to LA for Mahdi's (directing & producing debut) Goin Up North (hereafter referred to as G.U.N.). I decided to go with text. My frustrations are better expressed by "banging" on this keyboard. So prepare for day one 10-11-07... Of course it is belated but I did keep a mini journal...

Missing Hijab 2 & The Jew (revised)

2007-09-21T14:35:00.000-06:00

IJS: Dear CrusB**** "Give me back my son!"

2007-09-20T23:37:00.008-06:00

3 of 3 What Uni-Students Know About Islam...

2007-09-16T11:27:00.000-06:00

2 of 3 What Uni-Students Know About Islam...

2007-09-16T11:16:00.000-06:00

1 of 3 What Uni-Students Know About Islam...

2007-09-16T10:55:00.000-06:00

San Antonio Express News attacks SaadImam & DawahWorks AGAIN!

2007-09-16T01:28:00.000-06:00

Now I know how Pee Wee Herman felt when he was told that the Alamo did not have a basement. Read Up
More attacks may be on the way. All written press & spunn quotes...

Ramadan Khutbah Sept. 14

2007-09-15T02:57:00.000-06:00

"Qur'aan is WRONG" so says The Jew

2007-09-14T06:32:00.000-06:00

The Jewish "victim" speaks...

2007-09-11T22:33:00.000-06:00

i was in the Missing hijab and the jew

It is so horrible how 1 video created so much hate
even satire can cause hate
i hope no one at your misjad was harassed especially you
when you first did the interview i did not understand your satire later as I hanged out with your group i learned and realized that you use satire a lot
this fact resulted in a lot of hate as a result of people not thinking you were using satire people thought you actually were harassing me next time be more careful with your satire as people make take you seriously

p.s. next time better blame it on the scientologists

IJS: Dear CRUSB****

2007-09-11T21:41:00.000-06:00

Express News: 90% correct & still not "A" material

2007-09-11T08:52:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
As expected the San Antonio Express News ran an article about the recent MSA @ UTSA & DawahWorks "Collab gone ca putts".
The article featured in the metro section "B" was titled SATIRE IN VIDEO ON ISLAM UPSETS. Also as expected, it was spunn like beyond even what SpiderMan had seen. So what I tried to kill a man in my jahillee??? Haven't we all? LOL!!! (More bad humor)
Terms like "harassing women & Jews" (plural) are more believable now that the video is down. The staff writer, Melissa Ludwig writes, "SaadImam NOW SAYS the segment was meant as a joke." When did I ever imply it wasn't a joke? I have no journalism training or natural skills & the video is evidently lighthearted. The Jew actually initiated dialogue by passing through & commenting that "QUR'AAN IS WRONG". (Amazingly she left THAT PART out of her article).
Furthermore, the Jew came back like 3 times & practically hung around while we interviewed many others. That's how he was still there after I had interviewed the uncovered sister. He noticeably was enjoying himself the whole while.
Situations such as these are OPPORTUNITIES to dialogue & refute myths, not to denounce Muslims & run & hide in caves. Remember, Muhammad (saw) went to the cave BEFORE the wahi (revelation), not after...
93:7 And He found thee wandering, and He gave thee guidance. وَوَجَدَكَ ضَالًّا فَهَدَى
After the wahi there was work to be done.
I do apologize to my beloved brothers & sisters of the MSA @ UTSA for the distraction. My intentions again were to show Muslims themselves as well as show how non-Muslims understand & view us. We all know the videos were "way funny" & well-liked UNTIL... May Allah (swt) widen our chests.
Read the article yourself.

DW in HOT WATER: Tea anyone?

2007-09-10T17:42:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
The San Antonio Express News is scheduled to post an article tomorrow on 9-11-2007 (how ironic) about the Missing Hijab 2 & The Jew video shot at the university. If history is any indication, I'm sure it most likely will be biased & a bit off-subject in order to make the case that EVERYONE IS A COMEDIAN UNLESS THEY ARE MUSLIM. THEN THE JOKE IS ON US. This issue will be followed up on & monitored in that it may be use as an intellectual dawah opportunity. It has already been made clear that the "9-11" reference was a spoof & that I do not believe that Jews were responsible for that event. Also that my favorite show is indeed Seinfeld :D Make du'ah & Stay tuned...

FREE SONY DCR-TRV33 Camcorder

2007-08-29T20:51:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
I need to get rid of a SONY DCR-TRV33 touchscreen camcorder (for FREE). Allah (swt) has again blessed DW w/ a full donation to purchase a Canon HV20 HD & I would like to extend these blessing to others by giving away my 2 remaining camcorders. 1 has been promised to Bro Isa & Tafkeer Productions & I would like to give the other to one of our viewers.
Here's what I would like to do (if you have a better idea, please let me know): I am so busy w/ family, Masjid, business, da'wah, DawahWorks, etc... Therefore I would like to set a start date like from now until the official sighting of the moon (hilal) for Ramadan for you all to compete in fishing others to subscribe to DW.
Whoever has the most confirmed "fishes" will be given this camcorder w/ free S&H. This camera was over $700 when new.
Remember when you share the videos you share the blessings.
Please offer feedback...

TERRORISM: Driving While Kafir

2007-08-21T06:12:00.000-06:00

Believers Stand Up 2

2007-08-20T19:58:00.000-06:00

IJS JIHAD: Fear... NOT!!! (part 1)

2007-08-07T22:09:00.001-06:00

IJS JIHAD: Fear... NOT!!! (part 2)

2007-08-07T22:05:00.001-06:00

Next up IJS JIHAD: Fear NOT

2007-07-28T20:46:00.000-06:00

IJS JIHAD: Fear NOT
An entertaining discussion on the greatest pillar of Islam from an intellectual & reality based point of view.
PTA Friday August 3rd, 2007 (or before). Inshaa Allah (ta) make du'ah that we can do this very important subject justice.
Soon afterwards I plan to perform a 2nd Believer's Stand-Up dealing with Shiqaq Ul Ummah (Division between Muslims).
Also we are setting our schedules to shoot The DeenFather III...
Make du'ah for us as we make du'ah for the ummah.

OFF D CHEST

2007-07-16T20:44:00.000-06:00

OFF D CHEST (lyrics)

2007-07-16T18:46:00.000-06:00

Familiarize yourself with these LYRICS as I upload the video (Inshaa Allah) NOW!!!

ISLAM & DEMOCRACY

2007-07-12T15:56:00.001-06:00

ISLAM & DEMOCRACY (tic toc tic)

2007-07-10T01:21:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
The sound is being cleaned by bro. J-Ansari, & as soon as this is completed this video should be uploaded for viewing. Be sure to view it more than once or as many times as it may take in order that we can become one mind as to the Islamic view of this very relevant subject. Make du'a for us as we make du'a for our Ummah.

NAME CHANGE & SHOOTING SCHEDULE

2007-07-03T16:53:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Islam vs. Democracy will now be called ISLAM & DEMOCRACY. The fact is that there is no actual challenge or threat to those who understand. Our struggle is to help everyone understand. Bi-Idh-Nillah (ta). Also inshaa Allah, we plan to shoot this video THIS Friday after Jumu'ah. May take me the weekend to edit it, so make du'a that by Monday (or before) it can be uploaded & viewed.

Next Up...IJS: ISLAM V DEMOCRACY

2007-07-01T05:42:00.000-06:00

Obscured in the minds of many are 3 factors in regards to Islam & Democracy...
1) Is Islam Democracy?
2) Does Islam contain Democracy?
3) Can Islam co-exist with Democracy?
Beware of the TEXAN. He fought for your right not to have rights...
I am finalizing the script in my mind & then on paper. Inshaa Allah, not long now. Al-An Inshaa Allah (soon if it pleases Allah swt). Make du'a for us as we make du'a for our Ummah.

POLYGYNOUSLY SPEAKING part 2

2007-06-25T08:39:00.000-06:00

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Part 2 of POLYGYNOUSLY SPEAKING delayed

2007-06-16T05:40:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Due to work & life in general we have decided to delay Part 2 of IJS: POLYGYNOUSLY SPEAKING. We didn't want to upload Part2 before Part 1 had been absorbed. DawahWorks is currently seeking individuals to help in promotion. Someone who is part of online groups or message boards who has time to volunteer. Remember, when you share the videos you share the blessings.
In any case, look for IJS: POLYGYNOUSLY SPEAKING ON 6-22-07 (bI-iDH_NILLAH).

POLYGYNOUSLY SPEAKING part I

2007-06-10T18:59:00.000-06:00

First of a 2-part series dealing with the 2nd-wife issue.

Next up IJS: POLYGYNOUSLY SPEAKING part I & II

2007-06-10T10:28:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Due next Friday is PART II of IJS : POLYGYNOUSLY SPEAKING discussing the issue of multiple wives: The historical significance, the modern-day understanding, the realities, & the mis-application. Part I Inshaa Allah, is due any day now with an actual interview with 2 sisters on the subject. & as always, it promises to be entertaining & educational... You know how we do.

THE DEENFATHER II

2007-05-30T18:23:00.000-06:00

The DeenFather II update

2007-05-28T11:55:00.000-06:00

The audio is being cleaned on The DeenFather II and soon after, Inshaa Allah, it will be uploaded. We returned from the ICSA conference Monday the 28th. We gave away free DawahWorks shirts to the youth & conducted interviews dealing with our soon to be filmed: POLYGYNOUSLY Speaking. Discussing the multiple wife issue. This is sure to be a hotly debated topic so get ready. We are gonna do it big DawahWorks style. Stay tuned.

USAMAH EXPERT (The early years) w/ laff trax

2007-05-26T06:28:00.000-06:00

UPDATE: TheDeenFather II & Usamah Expert (The early years)

2007-05-24T05:49:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Both Usamah Expert (The early years) & The DeenFather II have been edited. We are in the process of cleaning the audio for both as we seek to improve this Dawah project.
The Islamic Center of Irving (near Dallas) loves our effort & has requested that we assist them in their youth & Dawah programs. Alhamdulillah! Thousands of Muslims attend this Masjid.
I am waiting on a flash intro for The DeenFather II from J-Ansari (pop-locking henchman #2) before I upload it.
Usamah Expert (The early years) was filmed last Sunday at Masjid Luqman & Alhamdulillah, it was successful. Many Muslim youth participated... some too young to stand still. Lol!
Make du'ah for us as we make du'ah for our Ummah.

The DeenFather 2 delayed until FRIDAY 5-25-07

2007-05-18T17:44:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
I regret to inform you all that DF2 has encountered some technical difficulties that requires that we re-shoot several scenes. DW's desire (bi-idh-nillah) is to improve technically, each video we produce for you.
In the meanwhile, DW is scheduled to shoot Usamah Expert (The Early Years) with an all kid cast this Sunday 05-20-07, 10am at Masjid Luqman. If you would like your child to participate, just show up. Inshaa Allah.
DW will have a booth at the ICNA-South conference on Sunday 05-27-07 in Houston.
We will be conducting on-the-spot interviews on several Islamic topics. Feel free to stop by & become an Islamic celeb...Lol!

DF2 update: wouldn't be life w/out it.

2007-05-17T08:02:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
We ran into a couple issues while filming The DeenFather 2.
Firstly, Abu Idris suggested we film in the rain. We know that the rain comes by only the permission & command of Allah (swt). Alhamdulillah it rained... lol! The problem is that it rained on the first day of filming but not the second, therefore, the audio might reflect these two different weather conditions.
Secondly, bad lighting. My takes are so dark, I don't even cast a shadow (joke) Lol! I purchased 2 camera-mounted 300watt halogen lights with filters that did not arrive fast enough. Now I'm all darked up like "chocolate man". Can you say re-shoot?
I did record audio on a secondary device that I may be able to use instead. & I may be able to re-shoot my scenes myself.
Inshaa Allah, in any case, make du'ah for us as we make du'ah for our Ummah.

Next Up!

2007-05-11T11:00:00.001-06:00

DeenFather II is scheduled to be filmed 5/14-15/07 in Dallas, Tx. with a (maashaa Allah) very pleasant surprise.
Also I will take another crack at another Believers Stand-Up taking every advice given through your comments.
Make du'a for us as we make du'a for our ummah.
As Salaamu alaykum.

IJS PRISLAM (To be Muslim in prison)

2007-05-11T05:50:00.000-06:00

PRISLAM editing 50% complete

2007-05-06T10:23:00.000-06:00

Family & work has slowed the process lately, but Alhamdulillah! We are halfway there. I have cleared a few major work projects therefore DawahWorks should increase production by at least 2 videos a month.
The DeenFather II has been written & approved by the DW_Team and is scheduled to be filmed in 1 or 2 weeks.
MAKE DU'A FOR US AS WE MAKE DU'A FOR THE UMMAH.

IJS PRISLAM 50% complete

2007-04-29T21:39:00.001-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Today 4-29-07 we shot Prislam (A look into how Islam is practiced & understood in prison). All that is left to do now is to shoot a couple "filler" scenes tomorrow (inshaa Allah) & then upload it for editing. In the case that some shots are not up-to-par, we will re shoot those scenes in order to put forward the best amateur video we at DawahWorks can. Stay tuned... In the meantime check out J-Ansari's design of www.DawahWorks.net

2 SHOOTS, 1 WEEKEND

2007-04-21T19:33:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Inshaa Allah, Prislam (IJS) & DeenFather 2 are scheduled to be shot this coming Sunday (04-29-07). Prislam (IJS) would've been finished by now but brother Abu Idris came up with a couple quality ideas that MUST be incorporated in both DeenFather 2 & Prislam (IJS) in order that DawahWorks may put forth the best effort possible.
Bi-idhnillah (with Allah's help) These next to episodes of Prislam (IJS) & DeenFather 2 should be the best so far... from a technical & production standpoint.
Please make du'a for us as we pray for the entire Ummah.

The DeenFather 1

2007-04-15T09:10:00.000-06:00

DeenFather has arrived. Alhamdulillah!

2007-04-13T21:37:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
As stated previously, Abu Idris aka DeenFather was visiting this weekend which will allow us to tape the "missing" dialogue. The DeenFather video is finished except for a couple of important lines we missed while taping in Dallas. inshaa Allah this video should be complete & uploaded before this Monday (or sooner) Inshaa Allah. Please make du'a...

When SHABAB Attack

2007-04-05T21:54:00.000-06:00

This Eid 2006 I was brutally attacked by some anonymous Muslim youth. Alhamdulillah the whole crime was caught on video... & for some strange reason there was music in the background... GO FIGURE.

Make it 2 weeks til THE DEENFATHER

2007-04-05T18:21:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Brother Abu Idris (The DeenFather) has rescheduled his visit for 4-14-07. Therefore, we may shoot the few additional scenes that Sunday. Editing (Inshaa Allah) shouldn't take long at all due to the fact that its basically 91% finished now. Alhamdulillah! Anaa asif (I apologize) for the delay.

The DEENFATHER delayed until this weekend

2007-04-04T18:50:00.001-06:00

As Salaamu Alaykum,
In Order to put out the best product possible for DW we decided to delay The DeenFather until this weekend so that Abu Idris can add some voice-overs when he visits San Antonio in a couple days. We apologize for the delay.
In the meantime check out this SWEET graphic J-Ansari hooked up.

You Cant SHIRK Me!

2007-04-04T18:25:00.000-06:00

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This was an action series written & directed by myself & edited by Yusuf, staring Sayf, Kareem, Yusuf & me (SaadImam) for a Hip-Dawah song titled as above. The video may be completed with song soon, Inshaa Allah. But for now please enjoy & comment...The editing is excellent.

THE DEEN-FATHER

2007-04-02T22:53:00.001-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Last weekend while visiting some believers in Dallas, I decided to film the first episode of a series that has been on my brain for some time... The Deen-Father. The frames have been trimmed & just need to be organized. I am awaiting some theme tunes & a Deen-Father jpeg from J-Ansari. After a few adjustments with the sound (I had forgot to pack the wireless mic), this video should be ready to upload. You guys remember "Pop-Locking"? Well you tell me who wins out of SaadImam & J-Ansari. Get your votes ready...LOl! Eta, Inshaa Allah, later today (It's 12:03 am central).

IJS: IslamWithout A System (5 Pillar Edition)

2007-03-30T21:10:00.000-06:00

Gotta keep it moving

2007-03-30T20:56:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Muxlim.TV is taking longer than i expected to launch, therefore I am going to post our ISLAM WITHOUT A SYSTEM (IJS 5 Pillar Edition) & offer Muxlim.TV a more current episode as a pilot. It's uploading now maashaa Allah.

PRISLAM next up in the IJS (I'm Just Saying) series

2007-03-25T23:24:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
When Dawah Goes Wrong is still being cast. We are seeking specific individuals to play certain roles & are presently awaiting confirmations & scheduling. In the meantime "The dawah Must go on..." Therefore, I will attempt to shoot & edit PRISLAM (A look into how Islam is practiced & understood behind bars). This should be very educational & telling. Please make du'a that we can do it justice.

NEAPOLITAN UMMAH (an explaination of 5PWI)

2007-03-21T20:04:00.000-06:00

Click here > for A DETAILED EXPLANATION of 5PWI

Eid Adha 2006 & The MYSTERIOUS Hijab

2007-03-21T01:09:00.000-06:00

2 new DW web/blog design proofs

2007-03-20T05:35:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
J Ansari sent me to designs to choose from. We decided on one particular design that reflected "work". As with our slogan "It WORKS when you WORK."
If any would like to view the WORK IN PROGRESS, you may go to www.dawahworks.org for a preview. We are welcoming feedback & suggestions.

5 Pillars of Western Identity

2007-03-19T18:54:00.001-06:00

5PWI finished!

2007-03-19T00:02:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Mu'min Azraq & I met up Sunday morning & got it done bi-idh-nillah. The filming took us a total of 1 hour. The editing took me over 3 hours. 5PWI is just over 7 minutes long is is guaranteed to entertain, educate, & make many people reflect.
Alhamdulillah alaa kulli hal (Allah be praised in every case) our intention is to please Allah (swt) alone. Subsequently, the believers are always pleased with what pleases their Lord.
All that is left to do is compress the video & upload it. Tomorrow inshaa Allah...tomorrow.

5 Pillars of Western Identity (5PWI)

2007-03-14T06:51:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
If you have been following DW, you would know that 5PWI has been rewritten several times in order to make it more appealing. We shot it once & even after our best attempt at editing...it was a dud. But NOW! O NOW, your gonna get it. I started rewriting it Monday & Alhamdulillah! This morning (3:00am) I finished. Tabir! Takbir! Takbir!...Actually I'm the only one excited (Lol).
Next step is to send it out to the DW-Team for advice & suggestions. The only other matter that may delay taping is that the right side of my face is swollen because I have been delaying a badly needed root canal (no joke). Inshaa Allah I'll make a dentist appointment today & update you (my beloved Ummah) on 5PWI projected shooting, editing, & completion date.
JazakAllah khayr for all your support.

OUR MASJID (& within a 1-mile radius)

2007-03-11T09:55:00.000-06:00

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A candid & entertaining look into the neighborhood surrounding our Masjid which is located on the poor side of town.

Alhamdulillah! New laptop donated to DW

2007-03-11T09:46:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
As of yesterday DW has a new fast laptop that will enable us to do on-the-spot video editing. All you techies can appreciate the specs...3GHz, P4, 60G HD, 1GB RAM Dell Inspiron 5150.
Please continue to make du'a for us & share our videos so that we all may share the blessings.

Double GOOD NEWS. Alhamdulillah!

2007-03-09T18:40:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Firstly, Brother Jawazah has offered to buy DW a laptop so that we will be able to do on-the-spot editing. Mashaa Allah make du'ah for the brother as we make du'ah for the Ummah.

Secondly, OUR MASJID (Within a 1-mile radius) is complete. DW-Team met after Jumu'ah & advised me on a couple points. I immediately went home & made the appropriate adjustments.

All in all, the video was unanimously liked. I pray Allah (swt) that you all enjoy as well. Inshaa Allah, the video should be uploaded in a couple of hours. Gotta take the wife out to eat first.

I'm Just Saying ( A new series to appear on my personal blog)

2007-02-27T22:49:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
I'm Just Saying (IJS) will be complicated, controversial, & often fully emotional. I will blast out on topics such as the homosexual agenda, "Prislam" (prison Islam), fake War on terror, ect... These are scheduled to appear on my personal blog I will link them here on DawahWorks but beware! These videos are not designed to make friends.

First up: MY NEIGHBORHOOD: (Within a 1-Mile radius of our Masjid). ETA 1 week from today Inshaa Allah.

New Look Coming Soon (Inshaa Allah)

2007-02-26T06:48:00.000-06:00

As Salaamu alaykum,
Brother J-Ansari has offered to design a navigation page for DawahWorks, Alhamdulillah! There are a variety of ideas on paper & in our minds that demand organization. Not everyone likes everything so we aim to accommodate. We also do not want to be defined by any one video. Stand-Up, comedic skits, educational entertainment, Muslim artists (Nasheed, poetry, rap, etc...), deserve their own pages so that potential viewers may navigate toward their tastes. Agree? New Design ETA 2 weeks, Inshaa Allah...

Muxlim got it!!!

2007-02-22T16:59:00.000-06:00

Assalamu Aleikom akhi,

Jazak Allah Khair for the video. As soon as Muxlim.tv is launched you will be sent your login details to start contributing your videos EnshaAllah. The pilot is normally released to the public and the public decides whether the show runs or not.

Jazak Allah Khair again and looking forward to your contribution to Muxlim.tv.

Mohamed

Believer's STAND-UP: performed by SaadImam

2007-02-20T23:29:00.001-06:00

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As salaamu alaykum,
My very first stand-up with all original material. Some jokes are readily understood by Muslims but most are faith-neutral. I plan to do more bi-idhnillah. Please be kind but honest in your comments so that I may improve.

Usamah 2: Where Art Thou?

2007-02-13T11:46:00.001-06:00

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As Salaamu alaykum,

Alhamdulillah we have completed the editing of Usamah2: Where Art Thou. As with #1 this video is not free of mistakes. We are still experimenting with chroma-key (green screen). We pray that you enjoy this video & please leave comments so that we may improve our projects WITH YOUR HELP. Please comment and rate the video on YouTube

Usamah Expert

2006-12-25T05:01:00.000-06:00

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Usamah Expert is our first video production effort. We are not professionals and we are continuously studying to improve our knowledge and technique. An obvious mistake you will notice in Usamah Expert is in the area of lighting. More specifically when it comes to SaadImam's single shots. Although the sound is clear enough, this too should (Inshaa Allah) improve by our next effort. If you notice any more mistakes or areas that could use improvement, Please comment and rate the video on YouTube