Imam

Sheikh Dr. Abdurahman Hejazi

Sheikh Dr. Abdurahman Hejazi is a distinguished religious leader, scholar, and community builder whose service spans more than 35 years across North America and beyond. Known for his ability to blend deep Islamic scholarship with visionary organizational leadership, he has served in multiple roles including Imam, Resident Scholar, Religious Director, Professor, and Counselor at prominent mosques, universities, and educational institutes. His work has touched Muslim communities across the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East.

Dr. Hejazi’s scholarly foundation was built through extensive study circles with some of the world’s most renowned scholars in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Syria, Libia, Algeria, India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. He completed the memorization of the Qur’an in 1989, received his Ijāzah to teach in 1992, and spent over two decades studying comparative Fiqh, Qur’anic sciences, hadith, Usul, and Aqeedah. His teachings emphasize both academic rigor and practical spirituality, aiming to nurture faith, character, and unity within the community.

Parallel to his religious service, Dr. Hejazi holds a Ph.D. and a master’s degree in computer science, with an accomplished career in technology leadership. He has held senior and director positions in engineering and product management at world-class tech corps including Microsoft, Amazon, Cisco, and Oracle, in addition to founding his own consulting practice. This rare combination of religious depth and technical expertise allows him to bring strategic thinking, professional discipline, and operational excellence into his religious and community leadership.

Dr. Hejazi is passionate about transforming mosques into true Centers of Excellence to create institutions that deliver education, spirituality, and community services with professionalism, prophetic guidance, and best practices. His initiatives focus on nurturing and empowering youth, advancing women’s engagement, and building communities anchored in authentic knowledge, Ihsan (excellence), unity, and exemplary conduct. His work includes mentoring leaders, developing frameworks, manuals, and training programs that set high standards for Islamic institutions across North America.

Born and raised in Saudi Arabia to a Syrian family from Damascus, Dr. Hejazi moved to North America in 1999 and recently moved to Houston, Texas, with his five children. He continues to serve as a sought-after speaker, mentor, and advisor, committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders and ensuring that Muslim communities thrive with clarity, compassion, and excellence.

Imam Ameer Hamza

Imam Ameer Hamza completed the memorization of the Qur’an at the age of 12. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee and went on to work in the corporate world for a number of years, serving as a Senior Financial Analyst.

Guided by a deep commitment to Islamic learning, he transitioned to sacred studies, completing a diploma in Arabic and Islamic Studies with Cambridge Islamic Sciences under Shaykh Mohammad Akram Nadwi. He then earned his ʿĀlimiyyah degree from Qalam Seminary, while also studying with a host of renowned scholars across America.

He later served as Resident Imam at the Islamic Society of Milwaukee, where his work spanned community leadership, education, and program development. Alongside delivering khuṭbahs and offering pastoral care, he taught courses in Tafsīr, Sīrah, ʿAqīdah, and Tazkiyyah. He founded ISM CORE, which expanded into a thriving hub of 150+ annual programs supported by a volunteer network of more than 70 organizers. He also helped design the Islamic Studies curriculum for Salam High School and introduced strategic planning and systems that have strengthened the mosque’s culture and long-term programming.

Imam Mohammed ElFarooqui

For a span exceeding 5 years, Mohammed ElFarooqui has been serving the Houston community as imam at the Islamic Society of Greater Houston. A significant chapter in his journey commenced in July of 2022, when he assumed the esteemed mantle of Imam at the Maryam Islamic Center. His duties are directed towards the orchestration of education, youth, young professionals and programming pursuits within the precincts of this center.

He also serves as an advisor for the members of his community on matters of Fiqh and other related inquiries and a mentor for the youth and young professionals in their affairs.

Imam ElFarooqui has a Bachelor’s degree in Islamic Sciences or a Alimiyah degree from Jamia Nizamia which is a prestigious private Islamic university in Hyderabad, India. He is currently pursuing a Masters degree in Fiqh at Al Azhar.

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Office hours: Monday thru Saturday from Fajr +2 hours and 5:30PM – Isha

Sheikh Hassan M. Shah

Sheikh Hassan M. Shah, an esteemed Imam and Quran teacher, serves the Maryam Quran Academy with dedication and profound knowledge. Born in Pakistan, he holds an M.A. in Arabic and Islamic Studies and has earned the Shahdatul-Alamiya certification through the Wifaq-ul-Madaris-ul-Arabia Pakistan (Darse Nizami). As a Hafiz-e-Quran, he combines his educational achievements with a commitment to fostering spiritual growth and understanding among his students.

With over 15 years of experience in teaching Quran and Islamic studies, Sheikh Hassan excels in imparting Quranic and Arabic education with clarity and patience. His exceptional interpersonal and communication skills have enabled him to mentor numerous students, guiding many to become competent Huffaz. With more than two decades of experience leading Taraweeh prayers, he emphasizes nurturing ethical and moral values alongside religious education, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of his students.

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Office hours: Monday thru Friday between Maghrib and Isha