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Sharing Our Story Through the Media
Our members contribute to public conversations on faith, service, public health, justice, and community life through local and national publications. These articles reflect our commitment to the motto “Love for All, Hatred for None” and our efforts to build understanding and serve our neighbors.
📰 Media & Publications Outreach— 2026
October 11, 2026 — The Morning Call
October 11, 2026 — The Morning Call
“Remember This When We Debate Immigration”
By Farid Ahmad
An opinion column exploring the contributions of immigrants to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and the Lehigh Valley, drawing on the region's industrial history and the people who helped build it.
October 8, 2026 — The Philadelphia Inquirer
October 8, 2026 — The Philadelphia Inquirer
“Prevention Saves Lives”
By Farid Ahmad
A letter on Pennsylvania's measles cases, the importance of prevention, and protecting infants and other vulnerable members of the community.
September 27, 2026 — Patch
September 27, 2026 — Patch
“If We Are Waiting for the Messiah, How Will We Recognize Him?”
By Farid Ahmad
An exploration of a 1907 Boston newspaper headline, the Ahmadiyya Muslim understanding of the Promised Messiah, and the early history of the community in America.
Reflecting on 9/11: Local "Muslims for Life" Blood Drives Highlighted in The Morning Call
In reflection on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, The Morning Call (September 11, 2026) published a guest commentary highlighting the Lehigh Valley Ahmadiyya Muslim Community's ongoing Muslims for Life blood drives and local civic service.
The piece reflects on how our members and co-workers came together to honor the victims of 9/11 by rolling up their sleeves to save lives, demonstrating the peaceful, service-driven teachings of Islam.
September 7, 2026 -- The Morning Call
“Why it’s so hard to make ends meet in the Lehigh Valley”
“Why it’s so hard to make ends meet in the Lehigh Valley”
By Ahmad Chaudhry
A contributed opinion column examining the financial pressures facing individuals and families across the Lehigh Valley. Ahmad Chaudhry reflects on the rising cost of living and the challenges many residents face in making ends meet, while highlighting the importance of understanding the struggles of our neighbors and working together to strengthen our community.
September 4, 2026 — The Philadelphia Inquirer
“Honest Work”
“Honest Work”
By Farid Ahmad
A Labor Day reflection on the dignity of honest work and the people whose daily efforts keep our communities running. Drawing on his experience as a mail carrier and his faith as an Ahmadi Muslim, the letter emphasizes service, contribution and respect for every honest worker.
August 29, 2026 — The Morning Call
“Fairness demands we condemn anti-Muslim speech, protests”
By Farid Ahmad
This letter responds to an anti-Muslim demonstration in Dearborn, Michigan, and calls for the same moral clarity when Muslims are targeted as we would expect when any religious community faces bigotry. It emphasizes equal rights, dignity, fairness and the importance of respectful disagreement in America.
August 22, 2026 — Patch
August 22, 2026 — Patch
“The Pathway to World Peace Can Begin in the Lehigh Valley”
By Farid Ahmad
This article explores how lasting world peace can begin with justice, understanding and respectful relationships in our own communities. It encourages people to overcome differences and build peace through everyday choices, compassion and service.
August 19, 2026 — Patch
August 19, 2026 — Patch
“Beyond the Eclipse: What the Sky Can Teach Us About Ourselves”
By Farid Ahmad
Reflecting on the solar eclipse, this article explores the connection between science, faith and humanity's place in the universe. It invites readers to look beyond the event itself and consider deeper questions of creation, purpose and humility.
August 16, 2026 — Patch
August 16, 2026 — Patch
“Why I Love the Lehigh Valley”
By Farid Ahmad
A personal reflection on more than three decades in the Lehigh Valley, focusing on the people, history and community that make the region special. The article encourages residents to appreciate their neighbors and contribute to making their communities stronger.
August 8, 2026 — The Morning Call
“How We Can Fight Bigotry in the Lehigh Valley”
“How We Can Fight Bigotry in the Lehigh Valley”
By Farid Ahmad and Rashid Arshed
This guest opinion discusses how prejudice can be overcome through service, meaningful relationships, interfaith dialogue, volunteerism and mutual respect. Drawing from local experiences in the Lehigh Valley, the authors highlight how working side by side with people of different backgrounds can build trust and strengthen our community.
July 20, 2026 — The Philadelphia Inquirer
July 20, 2026 — The Philadelphia Inquirer
“Another Wake-Up Call”
By Farid Ahmad
This letter responds to gun violence in Philadelphia and asks whether society has become too accustomed to such tragedies. It calls for stronger families, education, mentoring and community involvement to help create safer communities where every life is valued.
July 19, 2026 — The Morning Call
July 19, 2026 — The Morning Call
“AI Will Not Replace Character”
By Farid Ahmad
This letter considers the growing role of artificial intelligence and reminds readers that technology cannot replace empathy, integrity, conscience and human character. It emphasizes that strong communities depend on human relationships, responsibility and a willingness to serve others.
July 14, 2026 — LVPNews
July 14, 2026 — LVPNews
Celebrate 250th by Serving Others
By Farid Ahmad
The letter connects America's 250th anniversary with the importance of service, volunteering and helping our neighbors. It presents community service as a meaningful expression of patriotism and a way to leave our communities stronger for the next generation.
June 20, 2026 — The Morning Call
“Celebrating Dad”
By Ahmad Chaudhry, Bethlehem
A letter reflecting on the important role of fathers, emphasizing their guidance, support, compassion and responsibility in strengthening families. The letter also draws upon Islamic teachings regarding parents and the responsibilities entrusted to fathers.
June 19, 2026 — The Morning Call
Juneteenth, the Lehigh Valley, and the Meaning of True Freedom
By Farid Ahmad — Guest Commentary
A guest commentary reflecting on Juneteenth, freedom, equality and justice, with connections to Islamic teachings and the Lehigh Valley community. The article emphasizes that true freedom requires recognizing the dignity and humanity of every person and continuing to confront injustice.
June 14, 2026 — The Morning Call
“Honor our flag by recommitting ourselves to its values”
“Honor our flag by recommitting ourselves to its values”
By Farid Ahmad
A Flag Day reflection on unity, service and mutual respect, connecting American ideals with Islamic teachings about serving our neighbors and strengthening our communities.
May 23, 2026 — The Morning Call
“The Price of Faith: From the Shadow of Lahore to the Lehigh Valley”
“The Price of Faith: From the Shadow of Lahore to the Lehigh Valley”
By Farid Ahmad
This opinion piece connects the history of religious persecution with the Lehigh Valley's commitment to peace, justice and service, highlighting how faith can inspire practical service to neighbors and the wider community.
May 9, 2026 — The Morning Call
“Remember the Debt We Owe to Mothers”
“Remember the Debt We Owe to Mothers”
By Farid Ahmad
A Mother’s Day reflection on the profound role mothers play in our families and communities. The letter recognizes their unconditional love, sacrifices and lifelong guidance, while drawing on Islamic teachings that emphasize the extraordinary honor and respect owed to mothers.
April 11, 2026 — The Morning Call
“From the Lehigh Valley to the Middle East: A blueprint for peace”
“From the Lehigh Valley to the Middle East: A blueprint for peace”
By Farid Ahmad
A guest opinion connecting the search for peace in the Middle East with the responsibility we share in our own communities. Farid Ahmad argues that lasting peace begins with justice, understanding and respectful relationships, and that the Lehigh Valley can demonstrate how people from different backgrounds can work together despite their differences.
February 5, 2026 — The Morning Call
“Letters: America needs honest but civil disagreement”
By Farid Ahmad
This letter calls for a return to honest and respectful disagreement, emphasizing intellectual humility, patience and the importance of listening to those with different views. Drawing on Islamic teachings, it argues that principled dialogue and mutual respect can strengthen society rather than deepen division.
January 11, 2026 — The Morning Call
January 11, 2026 — The Morning Call
“Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s Lehigh Valley Chapter make supply kits for homeless”
Photo coverage of Lehigh Valley Jamaat volunteers preparing care packages and supply kits for people experiencing homelessness. The activity brought together community members to prepare essential items for distribution in the Lehigh Valley.
January 11, 2026 — The Morning Call
January 11, 2026 — The Morning Call
“Lehigh Valley Muslim group prepares care packages for homeless population: ‘We want to help the community’”
The story highlights the Lehigh Valley Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s effort to prepare care packages for people experiencing homelessness. About two dozen volunteers gathered at Baitul Ata Mosque to assemble essential supplies for distribution in downtown Allentown, demonstrating the Jamaat’s commitment to serving the local community.
Earlier Media Coverage & Publications
September 11, 2016 — The Morning Call
“Lehigh Valley Muslim group holds Sept. 11 blood drive to honor victims and spread understanding”
“Lehigh Valley Muslim group holds Sept. 11 blood drive to honor victims and spread understanding”
The Morning Call covered the Lehigh Valley Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s sixth annual blood drive honoring the victims of 9/11. The story highlighted the community’s commitment to saving lives, promoting understanding and bringing people together through service.
September 11, 2016 — The Morning Call
“PICTURES: Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Blood Drive”
“PICTURES: Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Blood Drive”
Photo coverage of the Lehigh Valley Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s sixth annual blood drive, held to honor the victims of 9/11 at Bethlehem Township Community Center.
June 14, 2016 — The Morning Call
“Orlando gunman’s actions don’t reflect Islam”
“Orlando gunman’s actions don’t reflect Islam”
By Ahmad Chaudhry
An opinion piece responding to the tragic Orlando nightclub shooting and strongly condemning the attack in the name of Islam. Ahmad Chaudhry expresses sympathy for the victims and their families while highlighting the Lehigh Valley Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s response, including prayers and a call to donate blood.
January 27, 2015 — The Morning Call
“Ahmad Chaudhry: Muslims should ‘forcefully reject’ blasphemy laws”
“Ahmad Chaudhry: Muslims should ‘forcefully reject’ blasphemy laws”
By Ahmad Chaudhry
An opinion piece written in the aftermath of the Charlie Hebdo attacks, examining the difficult balance between freedom of expression, religious offense and the Islamic teachings on blasphemy. Ahmad Chaudhry argues that Muslims should reject blasphemy laws and emphasizes that the Quran does not prescribe a worldly punishment for blasphemy, while also discussing the responsibility that comes with freedom of speech.
December 24, 2014 — The Morning Call
“Ahmad Chaudhry: Muslims, Christians can agree on teachings of Jesus Christ”
“Ahmad Chaudhry: Muslims, Christians can agree on teachings of Jesus Christ”
By Ahmad Chaudhry
An opinion piece highlighting the shared values and teachings of Islam and Christianity, with a focus on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Ahmad Chaudhry reflects on the Islamic respect for Jesus and the Prophet Muhammad’s historic relationship with Christians, emphasizing cooperation, generosity, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence.
September 9, 2012 — The Morning Call
“Local Muslim group hosts blood drive”
“Local Muslim group hosts blood drive”
News Coverage
A Morning Call report on the Lehigh Valley Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s blood drive held in the aftermath of 9/11. The story highlights the community’s “Muslims For Life” campaign and its commitment to saving lives through blood donation
September 6, 2012 — The Morning Call
“Honor memory of 9/11 victims at blood drive” — By Asad Chaudhry
“Honor memory of 9/11 victims at blood drive” — By Asad Chaudhry
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A Morning Call article featuring Asad Chaudhry’s call to honor the victims of 9/11 through blood donation. The article highlights the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s “Muslims For Life” campaign and its commitment to saving lives, promoting peace and demonstrating the true Islamic teaching that all life is sacred.
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