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2007 Updates

1/31/2007

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In the Spotlight

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Upcoming Events

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This year, 2007, we celebrate AFSANI's 10th anniversary. We give honor and all praises to Odomonkama, Nana Asuo Gyebi who is our Patron deity, and all the Abosom who strongly support us. We also honor our Ancestors Nana Yao Opare Dinizulu, Nana Okomfohema Akua Oparebea, Nana Akua Momma Burks, and all the ancestors of the Clans represented in the membership of AFSANI. It is through them that we are able to successfully continue this important journey.

In 2001, we inherited an ancient Shrine in the Akwapim area of Ghana. In 2006, the Royal Ekona Clan Abusia Shrine was entrusted to our care. The esteemed families of both Shrines added the name Asomdwee Fie (AFSANI) to the original names. Thus, AFSANI has become an International organization.

Nananom continues to provide us with all our needs to help us promote our Akan culture and spirituality. We believe that following the inherent principles, values and rules of conduct will aid in the healing and transformation of the mind, body, and spirit of ourselves, families, and community.

We want to acknowledge all those who have supported us through prayer, donations, attending our events, and the many other ways of support. We pray that you receive enormous blessings for encouragement that you have given us in the past 10 years. Thank you so much. Medase Pi!

In the Spotlight

Asomdwee Fie, Shrine of the Abosom and Nsamanfo, Inc. (AFSANI) cordially invites you to the African Fashion Extravaganza. This fundraising event will benefit AFSANI's Ghana Shrine house in Elimina.

Date: Saturday, February 10, 2007
Time: 6 - 8 pm
Location: KIMA Audit - Washington DC
Tickets are being sold in advance and at the door

Please contact Okomfo Kofi Botwe at zulusoull1@yahoo.com or AFSANI at afsani@aol.com if you are interested in attending this event, need directions, or if you would like more information.

Special Programs & Events - 2007

Final Funeral Rites in Ghana, West Africa
For the late Bosomfo Kwamina Alex Bruce
July 2007
Asomdwee Fie Shrine in Elimina

AFSANI Annual Festivals

Please join the AFSANI Family at our annual Festivals to pay homage to the Abosom. More information will be posted as we come closer to the event.

Annual Festivals

Nana Asuo Gyebi Festival - January
Nana Esi Ketewaa Festival
Nana Tegare Festival
Nana Adade Kofi

Akwasidae, Wukadae & Fofie - 2007

There are three high holy days on the Akan calendar that AFSANI observes. They are as follows:

AKWASIDAE is celebrated every 40 to 42 days and always on a Sunday. It is a time when we honor our personal and community ancestors. Everyone is encouraged to celebrate as a means of maintaining contact with your ancestors.

February 11
March 25
May 6
June 17
July 29
September 21
October 21
December 2

WUKUDAE is a day for charitable causes and a time for families to resolve issues. AFSANI does community service such as feeding the community, cleaning up the area, etc.

January 23
March 7
April 18
May 30
July 11
August 22
October 3
November 14
December 26

FOFIE is another very important day for Shrines that hold Nana Tegare. It is believed that Tegare is very active on that day exposing evil doers.

February 2
March 16
April 27
June 8
July 20
August 31
October 12
November 23

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