I have attached an article from the Utica Observer-Dispatch that gives us something to celebrate in our community.  The new Islamic Center sits right next door to my office (in fact, this photo was taken in our parking lot).  I am thankful for their presence and pray a blessing for their new ministry.

I think the rest of the country could learn something from Utica this week…

Here is the link to the article in the Observer-Dispatch:

Local Muslims find acceptance missing elsewhere