Imagine a full weekend with people who get it. Who remember what it's like to find their footing in this deen, because they've done it themselves. That's Heartwork, our 1st annual retreat for new Muslims and converts.
August 14 to 16, 2026
Diyanet Center of America • Lanham, MD
You'll spend three days learning from teachers and mentors who are all converts themselves, every one of them has walked this road:
Imam Suhaib WebbKyle IsmailYusha AsaadHazel GomezKaren DanielsonDr. C. Islaah Abd'al-RahimCh. Lauren SchreiberLuqman Lucas Crowley
Whether you took your shahada last month or years ago, here is what your registration gets you:
Real Knowledge: Knowledge you can use, whether you're still learning to pray or wrestling with deeper questions years in.
Lasting Friendships: The people in that room become a real, supportive community.
Time with Scholars: Ask the questions you've been holding, where nothing is too basic and nothing is too advanced.
The Experience: A sunrise hike, meals together, five prayers in congregation, and a bonfire with dhikr and qasida under the stars.
All-Inclusive: All lodging and meals for the weekend are included. (Overnight and commuter options both available).
Every teacher in that room has stood where you're standing. Nobody will talk down to you, and no question is too small or too big. There is nothing else like it for people on this path, and it only happens once a year.
"Come as you are. We'll take care of the rest."
Spots are strictly limited. Register today to hold your place!