Pastoral Care Services
Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr
Ramadan
Ramadan begins at sundown on August 1, 2011 and ends between August 30-31, 2011.
Ramadan is a holy month and is observed with fasting, prayer, study of the Qur'an and giving to
the needy. These observances are understood to help the individual have greater empathy for the
poor.
- Fasting: Fasting is a requirement of keeping Ramadan; however, exceptions are
made for reasons of illness. For concerns regarding medical exemption from fasting, please
call 410-328-6014, Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or ask your nurse to page a
chaplain.
- Iftar: Iftar, the daily meal at sundown during Ramadan, is available Tuesday
and Thursday at the Campus Center located at 621 W. Lombard
Street in Baltimore.
- Prayer: To view a Ramadan Prayer Schedule, please click
here. Dhuhr, the midday prayer, is held Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the VA Hospital,
located at 10 N. Greene Street in Baltimore.
Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr is expected to be on or around August 30, 2011.
- Eid al-Fitr: Celebrates the end of Ramadan. The day begins with a small
breakfast, followed by attending a service of Eid prayers. Traditionally, it is also a time
to visit friends and family.
For More Information
Please call 410-328-6014, Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or ask
your nurse to page a chaplain if you would like more information about Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr
services at UMMC.
This page was last updated on: August 1, 2011.
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