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Ashraf Latif
To Serve with Love is a deeply reflective memoir by Ashraf Latif that traces a life shaped by faith, sacrifice, resilience, and service. From ancestral roots in Guyana to leadership in healthcare and community life in the United States, this book is both a personal journey and a timeless call to live with gratitude, integrity, and purpose. It is a testament to legacy built through love, perseverance, and devotion to others.
About The Author
Ashraf Latif
Ashraf Latif is a healthcare professional, community leader, and devoted family man whose life has been shaped by faith and service. Born in Georgetown, Guyana, he immigrated to the United States at the age of twenty-two, carrying with him a strong spiritual foundation and an unwavering commitment to education and community.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from Long Island University and is the owner of Sheefa Pharmacy & Wellness Center in East Orange, New Jersey, where he has served his community for over two decades. Beyond healthcare, Ashraf serves as a Police Chaplain with the Maplewood Police Department and is deeply involved in Islamic leadership.
He currently serves as Ameer and President of The NIA Masjid & Community Center in Newark, New Jersey. Through mentorship, outreach, and service, he continues to guide and uplift others. Ashraf is married to his wife Zameena and is the proud father of four children. His life’s work reflects a commitment to faith, family, and service with love.
About The Book
To Serve with Love
To Serve with Love is a powerful life narrative rooted in faith, family, and responsibility. Ashraf Latif chronicles his journey from humble beginnings in Guyana through immigration, education, parenthood, and leadership in American society. The book honors the sacrifices of parents and grandparents, explores the enduring impact of indentureship, and reflects on the spiritual foundations that guided every major life decision.
More than a memoir, this work is a reflection on resilience, gratitude, and service. Each chapter weaves personal experience with timeless values, emphasizing how faith and discipline shape character across generations. From early struggles and educational milestones to building a family and serving the community, the story unfolds with honesty and humility.
Written to preserve legacy and inspire reflection, To Serve with Love invites readers to consider their own roots, responsibilities, and purpose. It is a meaningful read for anyone seeking guidance on faith-driven living, leadership through example, and the enduring power of gratitude.
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To Serve with Love
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What our readers say
Its reflections on gratitude and resilience leave a lasting impression, encouraging readers to pause, reflect, and realign their priorities with purpose and integrity.
“To Serve with Love is not just a memoir; it is a mirror. Ashraf Latif writes with humility and depth, reminding readers that true success is measured by faith, sacrifice, and service. This book stays with you long after the final page.”
A beautiful flow of words yet a captivating insight into your journey. A read that leaves you reflective yet entertained , enlightened yet still curious , emotionally tumultuous yet buoyant . “…… it is a reminder that while the passage of time is beyond our control , how we fill it defines our purpose and echoes long after we are gone “ , encapsulates the meaning of ‘ being ‘. Well expressed and deep in its sincerity !
“Rarely does a life story feel this sincere and purposeful. A heartwarming read.”
“This book reads like a conversation with someone who has lived fully and learned deeply. Honest, grounded, and spiritually rich.”
“This is one of those rare books that quietly changes you. To Serve with Love pulls you into a life shaped by sacrifice and faith, then leaves you reflecting on your own. A truly moving, must-read story.”
From the first page, this book grips the heart. Ashraf Latif’s journey is honest, raw, and deeply human.”
Powerful, emotional, and unforgettable. This is not a book you skim; it’s one you feel.