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Tragic Loss: First Openly Gay Muslim Imam Killed in South Africa

In a tragic incident that has sent shockwaves through communities worldwide, Muhsin Hendricks, the first openly gay Muslim imam, was fatally shot in South Africa. The incident occurred on Saturday in the city of Gqeberha, where Hendricks was ambushed by two men in a pick-up truck. The attackers, whose faces were covered, fired multiple shots through the side window of Hendricks' car. Hendricks was renowned for his advocacy for LGBTQ+ inclusion within Islam. He founded a mosque in Cape Town that welcomed gay Muslims and worked tirelessly through his Al-Ghurbaab Foundation to support and mentor individuals struggling to reconcile their faith with their sexual orientation. His efforts made him a prominent figure internationally, and he was a speaker at the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association’s conference in South Africa last year. The motive for the killing has not been established, but many believe it was an assassination due to Hendricks' progres...

Peppery Roast Beef:

 


With its spicy peppery coating and creamy horseradish sauce, this tender roast is sure to be a favorite in your household.
  • Ingredients:

    • 1 boneless beef eye round or top round roast (4 to 5 pounds)
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon seasoned pepper
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • Horseradish Sauce:
      • 1 cup sour cream
      • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
      • 2 tablespoons milk
      • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
      • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
      • 1/4 teaspoon salt
      • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • Directions:

    1. Preheat oven to 325°.
    2. In a small bowl, combine the oil, seasoned pepper, garlic, thyme and salt; rub over roast.
    3. Place fat side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
    4. Bake, uncovered, 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°).
    5. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
    6. In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients.
    7. Serve with roast.


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