After almost two years of service in Chicago , Minister Nuri returned to help build the Mosque in Indianapolis as the Assistant Minister.  He continued to grow and develop his abilities as an exemplary student and as a result, received his Holy Name of Muhammad from the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan in 1996 during the Annual Saviours’ Day Celebration held in Chicago , IL .  A name that means “one worthy of praise” is one of the greatest gifts that may be bestowed upon a Muslim in the Nation of Islam.  Minister Nuri has continued, without cease, to be a powerful representative of his Teacher and the principles of Truth, Freedom, Justice and Equality.

In 1996, Minister Nuri was officially named the Minister of Muhammad Mosque #74 and has done, and continues to do great works in the Cause of Truth.  Since becoming the Minister, Mosque #74 has been named the Most Outstanding Mosque of the Central Region and has also received the Most Improved Mosque status of the Central Region for several years.

Under his leadership, Mosque #74 has increased its membership, purchased and renovated a state of the art facility (affectionately called the “Miracle on 38^th Street”) which houses the new Mosque, Muhammad’s School (a K-6 elementary school), Bismillah Childcare Ministry and Learning Academy (a pre-school for ages 3 months to 5 years), Nu World Café and Studio 74 Barber and Beauty Salon; all of which has impacted the community by providing much needed services and employment opportunities.  He has also been able to impact the community through a television ministry which airs weekly on Sunday evenings  These accomplishments have caused many to aspire to do great things for themselves, and have culminated into several people opening their own small businesses.  Most importantly, however, Minister Nuri has inspired and enhanced the spiritual and moral development of the community through his spiritually powerful and thought-provoking lectures, and the example that he maintains within self.

Because of his commitment and steadfastness to the people and community, Minister Nuri is often called upon to address various bodies on college campuses, churches and other community organizations in the State of Indiana and in many different cities across the country.  Minister Nuri is constantly involved in the community either helping individuals and families who may be suffering some form of crisis to which he offers counseling and support, or by being involved in different events and functions throughout the Central Region.  Some of his involvement and accomplishments include:

¨      Listed in Who’s Who in Religion

¨      Keynote Speaker for the 2000 Graduating Class of the Theological Seminary

¨      Participant Speaker at the 2005 & 2006 Ecumenical Service of The Indiana Black Expo

¨      Address on Law Enforcement to the Deputy Chiefs of the City of Indianapolis

¨      Member of the Race Relations Leadership Network of Indianapolis

¨      2005 Panel Member of “Christian / Muslim Dialogue” at Light of the World Church

¨      Requested in cities across the country to conduct Youth Programs and special events

¨      Developed Prison Reform Ministries in Midwestern states, which has produced positive results in offenders while still in and after exiting the penal system

¨      Is continually requested nationwide to speak at various religious institutions and engagements

¨      Having become a national figure, his messages are sought after to the degree that he has developed an international distribution of audio and video media

  Of his accomplishments and activities, his greatest contribution to the community is his dedication to the renewing, reeducating and reviving of the lives of men and women everywhere.  The countless hours that he sacrifices in the resurrection of a people who have been labeled the worst in society, but who are now entrepreneurs, teachers and role models in the community, speaks to his undying love for this work.  The affirmation of his awesomeness was made when he was given the Holy Name “Nuri”, which means “the light”, by the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan during his visit to Indianapolis .  As stated earlier, this is the most precious gift a member of the Nation of Islam could ever receive, and Minister Nuri, who is “in-deed” a light in this darkness, received his second of such gifts from Minister Farrakhan in August of 2005.

Minister Nuri cherishes his marriage of eleven years to his beautiful wife, Terri who is his greatest support in the work of The Mission.  They are the proud parents of eleven year old Haneefah, ten year old Ishmael and seven year old Qahharah.

To bring Minister Nuri to speak at your college or university, or to schedule a training and organizational strategy workshop for your group's program or event, call 312.617.6690.  Submit a TEI Speakers' Request Form.

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