Long before falafel shops and Muhammad Ali, Islam was woven into the very fabric of America’s story. From enslaved Africans whispering Qur’anic prayers, to Islamic recitations in blues music, to modern leaders shaping justice and unity—Islam has been here. Imam Abdurrahman Y. Sykes will uncover forgotten roots, celebrate resilience, and reveal Islam’s timeless gifts of Oneness, Mercy, and Justice. With a BS in Psychology and a Masters in Religious Practice, he was host of “The Islamic Message,” a TV series; Chaplain in the NC Dept. of Corrections; and Pres. of The Islamic Society Leading American Muslims Peace Center. Ella Shepherd will be our service leader.