Sufi Center East offers programs and retreats at Farm of Peace, our 120-acre property in the gently rolling hills of south-central Pennsylvania, only two hours’ drive from Northern VA, Washington, D.C. and Baltimore.
We have a new office number: ‪(301) 276-0721‬.
JOIN US
Daily on Zoom only, Eastern time:
9:30 am al-wird practice
5:00 pm al wird practice
8/7- Friday Prayer at IPC- 1:30 pm,. Jumm’ah prayer is held most weeks at the retreat center or teaching barn and via Zoom, same link as above.
COMING UP
Aug. 9-13 – Zawiyah with Nura & Wadude Laird – FULL, email to join a wait list.
Sept. 5-6: Community Nourishment Weekend, more info to be announced!
SSC International Gathering, Oct. 15-19
In lieu of holding our own Sufi School this year, we encourage everyone to attend the International Gathering in Florida.
This year’s theme, “The Deep Love: The Heart of Sidi’s Message,” draws on the teachings of Shaykh Sidi Muhammad Al-Jamal Ar-Rifai Ash-Shadhdhuli. Teachers include: Mahdi al-Jamal, Wadude Laird, Nura Laird, Amany Shalaby, and Abdul Haqq Godlas, and others to be announced.
When: Thursday, Oct 15 – Monday, Oct 19, 2026
Where: Fort Lauderdale Marriott North, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Who: Open to all seekers and includes a Newcomer’s Program and children’s program
Scholarships and financial assistance are available.
Learn more and register: https://suficommunities.org/
Sufi Center East periodically offers personal and group retreats, prayers gatherings, and spiritual teachings.
Our 6-bedroom center is available to rent by other spiritual groups for their own gatherings.
We welcome visitors by appointment. We’ve hosted people from around the world, who enjoyed the serenity and scenic views of our rural site. We hope that our farm may be a place of rest for you on your journey.Â
For Your Heart
Gatherings and events to help you find balance, connection, and peace. Join our email list to be notified of upcoming events.  Â
Spiritual Growth
We periodically offer retreats, classes and programs about Sufism and how it can be a source of healing and awakening for newcomers and lifelong nourishment for those walking our path.
Caring for Others
Our path calls us to help and serve others, individually and as a community. This often means donating to local food banks, and we maintain a small financial assistance fund.Â
Stay Connected
Whether you are interested in learning more about the Farm of Peace, Sufi programs or upcoming community events, we look forward to keeping you informed!
The Farm of Peace was featured in the National Geographic:
“How Muslims, Often Misunderstood, Are Thriving in America.“
The Farm of Peace was featured in the National Geographic:
“How Muslims, Often Misunderstood, Are Thriving in America.“