Sh. Yousef Said, Ph.D.

Sh. Yousef Said, Ph.D.

Principal Imam and Director

Sh. Yousef Said serves as the full-time Principal Imam and Director of the Islamic Center of San Antonio since 2002. His passion lies within calling others to the way of their Creator, and serving the growing Muslim community of San Antonio.

Sh. Yousef completed his Bachelor’s degree in Islamic Studies, and earned his Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Hadith Sciences. Committed to fostering personal and spiritual growth, he has also served as a youth educator and counselor, providing compassionate guidance to individuals and families. Sh. Yousef is also a clergy at the Texas Medical Center and the Texas Children’s Hospital.

“Those who spend their wealth in charity day and night, secretly and openly—their reward is with their Lord, and there will be no fear for them, nor will they grieve”

Surah Al-Baqarah 274