Come As You Are: A Journey Back to Allah (with Husain Abdullah)

A pick-six off Tom Brady. A sujood in the end zone that circled the globe. Then Husain Abdullah stepped away from the NFL at the peak of his career, walking nearly 300 miles from Mecca to Medina.

On Saturday, August 15, former NFL safety and author Husain Abdullah sits down with Chicago's own Imam Abdullah Madyun for an intimate afternoon conversation, co-hosted by Taleef Collective and BMPN (Black Muslim Professionals Network). And you're invited, exactly as you are.

Husain's story lives at a powerful intersection: Black excellence, professional life and unshakable faith. A man who worshipped openly on the biggest stage in American sports, then walked away from it to draw nearer to Allah. It's a story that speaks directly to the professionals, families and seekers this gathering was built for.

This isn't a lecture. It's a turning point.

Whether you're exploring Islam, newly Muslim, returning after years away, or striving to grow, this gathering is about the one shift that changes everything: moving from loving the creation to loving the creator. Through real stories, honest reflection, and practical guidance, Husain will walk with us on the journey closer to Allah, one step at a time.

There is no expectation of perfection here. Only the invitation to begin. As Husain puts it, "It doesn't mean come as you are and stay right there. We're walking on this journey.

What is included

- An intimate, in-person talk and conversation with Husain Abdullah

- A copy of his book, Mecca to Medina (a $27 value), yours to keep

- A light lunch and refreshments

- A live Q&A and a personal book signing