By Asad Pervez, Center for Peace & Spirituality USA BOSTON— Around two million people from around the world are currently in Mecca participating in the annual pilgrimage of Hajj. Each year, an estimated 20,000 Americans travel from the United States to Mecca to take part. As one of the five pillars of Islam, every Muslim who is of sound mind and has the means is obliged to make the Hajj pilgrimage at least once in their lifetime. Hajj is a pilgrimage, when undertaken with

Dr. Muhammad Amjad Saqib Brings Message of “Hope Over Poverty” During Visit to Interfaith Center BOSTON— The founder of the globally recognized microfinance movement Dr. Muhammad Amjad Saqib visited the newly opened location of Center for Peace & Spirituality USA last month, taking a tour of the facility and engaging in discussions on spirituality, social service, and community development. The Center for Peace & Spirituality USA (CPS USA) is an organization inspired by the t

WALTHAM, MA (May 13, 2026) — The founder of the globally recognized microfinance movement Dr. Muhammad Amjad Saqib visited the newly opened location of Center for Peace & Spirituality USA last month, taking a tour of the facility and engaging in discussions on spirituality, social service, and community development. The Center for Peace & Spirituality USA (CPS USA) is an organization inspired by the teachings of renowned Islamic scholar and peace activist Maulana Wahiduddin K

WALTHAM, MA— The Center for Peace & Spirituality USA (CPS USA) has announced the opening of its new Massachusetts location, expanding its mission to promote peace, spirituality, and interfaith dialogue. The new center, located at 391 Totten Pond Road, Suite 402 in Waltham, will serve as a gathering place for individuals of all backgrounds to explore spiritual ideas, engage in meaningful conversations, and participate in educational programs designed to foster understanding

Dr. Mohammad Ashraf Kashmiri, a medical doctor, is currently working on a project titled: The Prophetic Continuum. The book is inspired by the ideas of Maulana Wahiduddin Khan on peace and reconciliation. Dr. Ashraf has dedicated this project to Maulana Sahib, whom he regards as his Ustad. He visited the CPS International Center April 26, 2026 and gave a very interesting and creative presentation. We will keep you all posted once the book is released.

CPS International’s two-day Ulama Peace Conference was inspired by the teachings of Maulana Wahiduddin Khan, highlighting peace, dialogue, and constructive engagement as central to Islamic thought. These glimpses capture moments of reflection, learning, and unity among scholars.