ANAHEIM, Calif. - They placed their coffee mugs back on the tables, the clattering of their knives and forks were no longer heard, and they bowed their heads as they listened.

Muslims view the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, as the last and final messenger from God Almighty to all of humanity. His message taught people to be honest, sincere, tolerant, forgiving, and charitable, among many other qualities. Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) emulated the best of character in all of his roles as an honest businessman, a loving father and husband, and a diplomatic leader. He took care of widows and orphans, fed the hungry and needy, and restored human dignity to all. Daily, Muslims try to imbibe the teachings of Prophet Muhammad, who the Qur’an calls a "mercy to all mankind."

CORONA, Calif. -- As the number of Muslims continues to grow here in the United States, so does the demand to be involved in social, religious and political issues.

MISSION VIEJO, Calif. – It was the ultimate prayer machine, a must-have for any interfaith chapel. "The Faithmaster 2007" had an LCD to reach your holy book of choice, a vending machine for prayer beads, a kneeler, head-coverings, a holy water cup-holder, speakers for prayer calls and chimes, and a compass to indicate the direction of Makkah.