Risala Foundation

05/31/2026

What stayed with you?

After an evening with renowned photographer Peter Sanders, we asked attendees to share the images, stories, and reflections that lingered with them long after the presentation ended.

Swipe through to hear a few of their thoughts.

05/28/2026

Something beautiful is coming to Houston. 🌿

Kahf — the annual arts & culture magazine blending academic inquiry with artistic expression — is bringing its Issue III Release Tour to Houston, and we couldn’t be more excited to host this evening with the community.

✦ KAHF ISSUE III LAUNCH — HOUSTON
Friday, June 5th | 6–9 PM
Sanman Studios | 109 Providence St, Houston, TX 77002

This third issue explores the theme of Color — and its transformative effect on the human soul. From spirituality and cinema to poetry and photography, Kahf sits as naturally on a coffee table as it does in a reader’s hands.

The evening includes:
🎨 A curated art show
💐 Free mini bouquets by Dana’s Touch with every magazine purchase
🍽️ A curated menu by Kahf
✨ A special exclusive item available only at this launch

This is more than a magazine — it’s a movement merging tradition with contemporary insight. Come experience it in person.

🔗 RSVP here: https://luma.com/u9ctoakv
📸 Learn more & follow: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYxHnwOvk_U/?igsh=d25xeHNvMHpoaWYz

See you there, insha’Allah.

05/26/2026

05/20/2026

We know what exhibit we can find Peter Sanders in! 🌟 Join us this week for two exciting events!

📖 Friday, May 22 · 8 PM
Heaven, Earth & The Ten Thousand Things
A stunning 25-year photographic journey through Muslim life in China
📍 River Oaks Islamic Center
✅ Free & open to all

🖼 Saturday, May 23 · 12–3 PM
Through My Lens: A Life in Photography
Exhibition · Tea · Conversation · Book Signing with Peter Sanders himself
📍 Spring Street Studios
🎟 $15
🔗 Event Tickets

Houston, don’t miss the rare chance to meet the man behind the lens. 📸

05/15/2026

🌟 Salaam Houston — Peter Sanders is coming next week
For 55 years, Peter Sanders carried his camera into the heart of the Islamic world — from the mountains of China to the streets of Makkah. Before all that, he was photographing Jimi Hendrix and Bob Dylan. Then he found Islam. What followed was one of the most extraordinary creative lives of our time.
He’s in Houston for two nights only.

📖 Event One — FREE
Heaven, Earth & The Ten Thousand Things
A 25-year photographic journey through Muslim life in China
🗓 Friday, May 22 · 8 PM
📍 River Oaks Islamic Center
✅ Free & open to all

🖼 Event Two — Gallery & Book Signing
Through My Lens: A Life in Photography
Exhibition · Books · Tea · Conversation with Peter himself
🗓 Saturday, May 23 · 12–3 PM
📍 Spring Street Studios
🎟 $15 · 🔗 PeterSandersRisala.eventbrite.com

Don’t miss the chance to meet the man behind the lens for the first time in Houston. Bring books to get them signed! 📸

05/06/2026

🌟 Dr. Shadee Elmasry is coming to Houston THIS FRIDAY, May 8th!🌟

Risala Foundation presents two incredible opportunities to benefit from one of our most beloved scholars — don’t miss either one!

🕌 Jumu’ah Khutbah
📍 River Oaks Islamic Center
🕐 1:30 PM

🌙 Evening Program
“Presence with Allah in a Performative World”
📍 Maryam Islamic Center
504 Sartartia Rd, Sugar Land, TX 77479
🕗 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM with extended Q&A

Share widely and bring your family and friends! See you there insha’Allah 🤍

04/28/2026

in two weeks - Risala Foundation Presents:
Dr. Shadee Elmasry — In Houston!
Alhamdulillah, we’re thrilled to bring one of the most recognized Islamic scholars in America to Houston for two events on Friday, May 8th.
Dr. Shadee Elmasry holds a PhD in Islamic Studies from the University of London (SOAS) and has taught at Yale University, Trinity College, and Hartford Seminary. He is the founder of Safina Society - an institution dedicated to disseminating traditional knowledge live and online.
Online he’s everywhere - over 1m views on social media and his Safina Society Podcast has published over 545 episodes covering everything from figh and tafsir to current events and youth issues.
Friday, May 8, 2026 - Two Events:
Jumu’ah Khutbah - 1:30 PM
River Oaks Islamic Center
3110 Eastside St, Houston TX
• Evening Program — 8:00
° Maryam Islamic Center
Bring your family, invite your friends. Both events are open to all.
See you there إن شاء اللّه

04/27/2026

🕌 in two weeks – Risala Foundation Presents: Dr. Shadee Elmasry — In Houston!

Alhamdulillah, we’re thrilled to bring one of the most recognized Islamic scholars in America to Houston for two events on Friday, May 8th.

Dr. Shadee Elmasry holds a PhD in Islamic Studies from the University of London (SOAS) and has taught at Yale University, Trinity College, and Hartford Seminary.  He is the founder of Safina Society — an institution dedicated to disseminating traditional knowledge live and online. 

Online he’s everywhere — over 1m views on social media and his Safina Society Podcast has published over 545 episodes covering everything from fiqh and tafsir to current events and youth issues.

📅 Friday, May 8, 2026 — Two Events:
🕐 Jumu’ah Khutbah — 1:30 PM
📍 River Oaks Islamic Center
3110 Eastside St, Houston TX

🌙 Evening Program — 8:00–10:00 PM
📍 Maryam Islamic Center

Bring your family, invite your friends. Both events are open to all. See you there insha’Allah! 🤍

04/26/2026

📸 PETER SANDERS: THROUGH MY LENS
An Intimate Afternoon with a Living Legend
Risala Foundation invites you to a rare and exclusive gathering with world-renowned photographer Peter Sanders.
🗓 Saturday, May 23
⏰ 12 PM – 3 PM
📍 Silver Street Studios
✨ An afternoon like no other:
☕ High Tea
🎙️ Live conversation with Peter Sanders
🖼️ Curated gallery viewing
📚 Curated book selection available for purchase
🤝 Meet the artist
⚠️ Only 100 seats available
Reserve your seat now 👇
http://petersandersrisala.eventbrite.com

Brought to you by Risala Foundation

04/21/2026

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🌟 Salaam Houston — Two Special Evenings with Peter Sanders in May
For over 55 years, Peter Sanders has traveled the world capturing the beauty, faith, and soul of the Islamic world. This weekend, he comes to Houston — and you don’t want to miss either event.

📖 Event 1 —
Heaven, Earth & The Ten Thousand Things
A 25-year photographic journey through the lives of Muslims in China
🗓 Friday, May 22 · 8 PM
📍 River Oaks Islamic Center
🎟 Free & Open to All

🖼 Event 2 —
Through My Lens: A Life in Photography
Gallery exhibition · Books & signings · Tea & refreshments
🗓 Saturday, May 23 · 12:00–3:00 PM
📍 Silver Street Studios, Houston
🎟 $15 per person · Tickets required

Peter Sanders began his career photographing Jimi Hendrix and Bob Dylan before converting to Islam in 1971 — going on to become the world’s most celebrated photographer of the Muslim world. This is a rare opportunity to meet the man behind the lens.
🔗 Register for Saturday opens tomorrow
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