Gamma Gamma Chi Sorority, Inc. March 2007 Newsletter

March 2007 Online Newsletter

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National Headquarters holds second Gold Presentation for Philadelphia metro area. On January 13, 2007, eight women in the Philadelphia metro area attended a Gold Presentation to learn about membership requirements. This was the second Gold Presentation held for the area (an earlier presentation was held on July 1, 2006).

Of the women who attended this meeting, seven submitted niyyahs (intentions) to proceed with the application process. They will be joined by four women from the first Gold Presentation to form a single membership line. The probationary period for this group is projected to begin in May.

Once established, insha'Allah, the Philadelphia Chapter will become Epsilon Chapter (the sixth chapter) of Gamma Gamma Chi Sorority, Inc.

Gamma Chapter set to begin probationary process on March 30. Four women are set to begin the probationary process for establishment of the Gamma Chapter of Gamma Gamma Chi Sorority, Inc. This chapter is for residents of the Triad area that includes Greensboro and Winston-Salem, NC. Imani Abdul-Haqq, Vice President and Assistant Director, who resides in Greensboro, said, "I'm especially excited about the establishment of this chapter. This is the first location that I attempted to start a chapter two years ago, and it's a welcome addition to our membership." When established, insha'Allah, this will be the fourth chapter.

Invitations extended to seven in Chicago metro area. Invitations for membership have been extended to seven women who reside in the Chicago metro area. All invitations were enthusiastically accepted, with comments made that attest to the commitment that the prospective sorors will bring to helping to expand the chapter in Chicago and to promoting the mission of the sorority in the future. When established, insha'Allah, this chapter will become the Delta (fifth) Chapter of Gamma Gamma Chi Sorority, Inc. The probationary period for this group will begin in late April/early May.re p

First GammaFest set for April 6-8 in Maryland
A weekend of fun and sisterhood awaits the attendees of the upcoming GammaFest, set for April 6-8, 2007, in Ellicott City, Maryland. Dr. Althia F. Collins, President and Executive Director, said, "The sorors have worked very hard to help us build the sorority--so hard that sometimes we've not taken enough time to sit back and enjoy the fun side of sorority life. The weekend of activities is designed to give us time to attend the Annual Sister's Conference (sponsored by the Women's Committee of Masjid As-Saffat) while doing things that are special to us as Gammas. We had a wonderful planning committee to put together a series of activities that are sure to please, and I believe that everyone is looking forward to a great weekend insha'Allah. A highlight of the weekend is the Awards Dinner on Saturday evening which gives me the opportunity to acknowledge and thank those sorors who have distinguished themselves through exemplary service in the first two years of our founding. " Click here to get t ickets to the Awards Dinner.

Alpha Chapter holds first Gold Presentation to welcome new prospective members. Sorors of Alpha Chapter held their first Gold Presentation on February 3, 2007, in Atlanta. Seven prospective members attended the meeting and expressed enthusiasm for joining the sorority. Applications have been reviewed and invitations are about to be extended, with the expectation that the probationary period for this group will begin at the end of March. Pictured above: Alpha Chapter members stand behind prospective members.

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Sorority welcomes first legacy born since founding. Asima Isar Abdul-Mateen has the distinction of being the first baby born to one of our sorors since our founding. Little Asima was born at Shady Grove Hospital on January 8, 2007, at 9:14PM, weighing 5 pounds, 14 ounces and measuring 19 inches long. In addition to her mom, Soror Kesha, Asima joins a family comprised of her father; a big sister, Ameerah; and lots of other loving relatives.

Beta Chapter holds first Gold Presentation to recruit new members. Eleven women who reside in the Washington, DC, metro area attended a Gold Presentation on January 28, 2007, to learn about membership requirements. When explaining their reasons for attending the meeting, many said that they have long been interested in sorority life, and they felt that Gamma Gamma Chi is a good way to enjoy sorority life without compromising their religious beliefs and shunning the requirements of the religion. The probationary period for those advancing in the membership process begins mid-March.

Muslim Monthly Wisdom

Or do ye think that ye shall enter the Garden (of bliss) without such (trials) as came to those who passed away before you? They encountered suffering and adversity , and were so shaken in spirit that even the Messenger and those of faith who were with him cried: "When (will come) the help of Allah." Ah! Verily, the help of Allah is (always) near!
(Al-Baqara, Chapter #2, Verse #214)

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Alexandria, VA 22309
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March 2007 Online Newsletter
Gamma News National Headquarters holds second Gold Presentation for Philadelphia metro area. On January 13, 2007, eight women in the Philadelphia metro area attended a Gold Presentation to learn about membership requirements. This was the second Gold Presentation held for the area (an earlier presentation was held on July 1, 2006). Of the women who attended this meeting, seven submitted niyyahs (intentions) to proceed with the application process. They will be joined by four women from the first Gold Presentation to form a single membership line. The probationary period for this group is projected to begin in May. Once established, insha'Allah, the Philadelphia Chapter will become Epsilon Chapter (the sixth chapter) of Gamma Gamma Chi Sorority, Inc. Gamma Chapter set to begin probationary process on March 30. Four women are set to begin the probationary process for establishment of the Gamma Chapter of Gamma Gamma Chi Sorority, Inc. This chapter is for residents of the Triad area that includes Greensboro and Winston-Salem, NC. Imani Abdul-Haqq, Vice President and Assistant Director, who resides in Greensboro, said, "I'm especially excited about the establishment of this chapter. This is the first location that I attempted to start a chapter two years ago, and it's a welcome addition to our membership." When established, insha'Allah, this will be the fourth chapter. Invitations extended to seven in Chicago metro area. Invitations for membership have been extended to seven women who reside in the Chicago metro area. All invitations were enthusiastically accepted, with comments made that attest to the commitment that the prospective sorors will bring to helping to expand the chapter in Chicago and to promoting the mission of the sorority in the future. When established, insha'Allah, this chapter will become the Delta (fifth) Chapter of Gamma Gamma Chi Sorority, Inc. The probationary period for this group will begin in late April/early May.re p First GammaFest set for April 6-8 in Maryland A weekend of fun and sisterhood awaits the attendees of the upcoming GammaFest, set for April 6-8, 2007, in Ellicott City, Maryland. Dr. Althia F. Collins, President and Executive Director, said, "The sorors have worked very hard to help us build the sorority--so hard that sometimes we've not taken enough time to sit back and enjoy the fun side of sorority life. The weekend of activities is designed to give us time to attend the Annual Sister's Conference (sponsored by the Women's Committee of Masjid As-Saffat) while doing things that are special to us as Gammas. We had a wonderful planning committee to put together a series of activities that are sure to please, and I believe that everyone is looking forward to a great weekend insha'Allah. A highlight of the weekend is the Awards Dinner on Saturday evening which gives me the opportunity to acknowledge and thank those sorors who have distinguished themselves through exemplary service in the first two years of our founding. " Click here to get t ickets to the Awards Dinner.		Alpha Chapter holds first Gold Presentation to welcome new prospective members. Sorors of Alpha Chapter held their first Gold Presentation on February 3, 2007, in Atlanta. Seven prospective members attended the meeting and expressed enthusiasm for joining the sorority. Applications have been reviewed and invitations are about to be extended, with the expectation that the probationary period for this group will begin at the end of March. Pictured above: Alpha Chapter members stand behind prospective members.
		Interested in membership? Visit our website.
		Sorority welcomes first legacy born since founding. Asima Isar Abdul-Mateen has the distinction of being the first baby born to one of our sorors since our founding. Little Asima was born at Shady Grove Hospital on January 8, 2007, at 9:14PM, weighing 5 pounds, 14 ounces and measuring 19 inches long. In addition to her mom, Soror Kesha, Asima joins a family comprised of her father; a big sister, Ameerah; and lots of other loving relatives.

		Beta Chapter holds first Gold Presentation to recruit new members. Eleven women who reside in the Washington, DC, metro area attended a Gold Presentation on January 28, 2007, to learn about membership requirements. When explaining their reasons for attending the meeting, many said that they have long been interested in sorority life, and they felt that Gamma Gamma Chi is a good way to enjoy sorority life without compromising their religious beliefs and shunning the requirements of the religion. The probationary period for those advancing in the membership process begins mid-March.

Muslim Monthly Wisdom Or do ye think that ye shall enter the Garden (of bliss) without such (trials) as came to those who passed away before you? They encountered suffering and adversity , and were so shaken in spirit that even the Messenger and those of faith who were with him cried: "When (will come) the help of Allah." Ah! Verily, the help of Allah is (always) near! (Al-Baqara, Chapter #2, Verse #214)		Get Prayer Times Keep up with the changing prayer times each month Search the Qur'an Use our convenient link
Visit our website Gamma Gamma Chi Sorority, Inc. P. O. Box 15283 Alexandria, VA 22309 (703) 780-7611