"I Converted to Islam and Found What I Was Missing" | Susana, Muslim Revert

In this heartwarming and inspiring video, we witness a beautiful moment of spiritual transformation as Susana, a woman of Mexican descent born and raised in the Bay Area, takes her Shahada—the formal testimony of faith in Islam—at MCC East Bay.

Raised Catholic, Susana candidly shares her personal journey of searching for spiritual connection beyond inherited tradition. Despite completing all the rites of passage in Catholicism, she never felt truly connected to the faith. Her path to Islam began with a deep yearning to know God on her own terms. After years of reflection, listening to dozens of podcasts, and reading the English translation of the Qur’an, Susana found in Islam a sense of peace, purpose, and—most importantly—a feeling of home.

In this powerful conversation, she reflects on the moments that led her to this point, including fasting during Ramadan, exploring Islamic beliefs about God, Prophet Jesus (Isa), and the concept of original sin. Her sincerity and commitment moved the entire room, as she declared her faith on the sacred Day of Arafah, one of the holiest days in the Islamic calendar.

This moment is not only a personal milestone for Susana but also a reminder of the beauty of faith and the diverse paths people take toward finding it. She is welcomed with love and joy by the MCC East Bay community, who also remind us of the powerful role converts have played throughout Islamic history.

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