With many of today's news headlines focused on what's happening overseas, Islam is perhaps one of the most talked and most misunderstood religions.

For this week’s Faith First, NBC Augusta went inside the mosque to talk to local Muslims about their faith and one of their most holy times of the year.

Over the past 30 days, Muslims everywhere have been observing the holy month of Ramadan, including the Islamic Society of Augusta.

Some worshipers call it a revival for the spirit.

“Just like we all need a refresher course once in a while, Allah provided this system that every year we have 30 days of training we implement for the whole year,” Ahmed Gill, an ISA member, said.

Fasting from sun up to sundown, along with prayer and fellowship help bring families and spiritual brothers and sisters together.

“Shoulder to shoulder, tightening to each other, holding each other, loving each other, hugging each other, please sister remember that, please brother remember that, don't forget that,” Imam Majed Sabke said during Friday’s sermon.

“Islam is about peace and loving each other and forgiving one another,” Bangalee Kamara, an ISA member, said.

Imam Sabke says followers are from many countries and Islam is open to everyone regardless race, age or religious background.

“I still believe there is a certain thing linking to us. We’re linked to each other, we can't deny that. We agree or disagree that is a different issue. And a disagreement on certain issue doesn't make us enemies,” Imam Sabke said.

And although Muslims say this is a time for them to build their common bond, they say their prayers are for peace and unity for all people.

“In the whole entire world, not only here in America, but in Africa, the Middle East, all over the world to live in peace in harmony, to love one another, to be together as one,” Kamara said.

Saturday at the Islamic Center, members will celebrate Eid, the day after the end of Ramadan.

To help build understanding and tolerance, the ISA also participates in sensitivity training at local police departments and public schools.

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