Amen Par Ankh is a Sacred Temple of Life- We are a KRST conscious Community. We Grow Food to restore balance in our relationship with the cosmos, earth and our Natural communities by increasing awareness of Life, Health and Environment. We are a Maafia a "Healthy Place To Live" Amen Ankh Urban Farm’s Mission is to produce, promote, and perpetuate food, resources and comfort and to grow local healthy Indigenous Foods in environmentally, respected, earth gentle ways. Call Us-816-281-7704
You can turn those Egg Shells, Coffee Grounds, hair, tea bags, banana peels and apple cores into gold. Let us break it down for you.
At the Amen Ankh Wellness and Agriculture programs, we are master composters. We love to keep our household food scraps out of the trash can. Adding compost retains the soil by adding nutrients and organic matter back into the soil. This benefits agriculture, reduces our reliance on synthetic chemical fertilizers, improves the soil’s water retention capacity so you don’t need to water as much, and diverts methane-producing organic materials out of the landfills. The controlled method of helping food decompose is also much easier (and less grotesque) than you think. Just follow these six pointers.
Set up your space.
Food is going to rot, no matter what. All you have to do is help. You don’t need a lot of technology. “You make the food break down in a way that’s compatible with your life. If you have room in your yard and the temperature where you live is even somewhat moderate, you can fence off an area (3 x 3 x 3 feet is considered ideal) and start your scrap pile directly on the ground. For a tidier arrangement, buy or make bins to contain your organic waste or drums that tumble and aerate it, which helps to convert it to compost even faster. See more details on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s website.
You can even compost indoors, as apartment dwellers: Indoor bins stocked with red worms, can be ordered online, and shipped to your door so you can process food scraps in a smaller space. (This NRDC Tumblr post tells you how to get started.) When you are finished you can donate your compost to your local urban farmer "hint-hint"
Schools, Churches, Restaurants and Grocery stores, Coffee Shops, Barer Shops can get in the mix by composting, or donating their food scraps to local urban farmers...
Master the mix.
A pile of decomposing food might sound like the last thing you want in your backyard or under your kitchen sink. But if you do it right, you will hardly notice it’s there. “If you create the proper balance of materials, you will have aerobic conditions and the micro-organisms that thrive there to break down scraps with little to no odor. There’s an easy, color-coded formula to make sure this happens.
Add two or three parts carbon-centric “browns” (Paper, Leaves, Hair, and other Dry stuff) for every one part nitrogen-centric “green wet stuff.“ The “browns” include shredded newspaper and other paper, dead leaves, hair, and food-soiled paper napkins. (Just don’t use any coated, waxy or plastic paper, including milk cartons—they won’t break down sufficiently—or any treated or painted wood. Use that to build your containers.) For “greens,“ toss in fruit and vegetable bits (scrape off any plastic stickers first), breads and grains, coffee grounds and filters, and grass clippings. To stash your scraps until you’re ready to haul them out to the yard, you may find it convenient to designate a pail under the sink or a bag in the freezer.
Be selective with your scraps.
There are a few food scraps that should still go out with the trash - your dog, (or into your curbside “green“ bin, if you’re lucky enough to live in a city that accepts food scraps for centralized composting). NO Meat, bones, and dairy products should be in your home compost. They don’t belong in the typical household compost pile, (because you can’t guarantee that the internal heat generated by your compost will reach the temperatures required to kill pathogens that might be there.) When adding food scraps like bread products to your pile, (I just feed mine to the birds) it’s best to add in moderation and bury them in your heap to help reduce unwanted attention from pests. And before you get started on your composting, make sure you’ve followed our helpful tips to reduce the amount of food that gets wasted.
Root the rot.
Worried about care and maintenance? In the summer, use a shovel or old garden fork to turn the pile once a week; in the winter, once every three or four weeks. Using worms is the fastest method of composting. Google about earthworms, "Some like it hot, some like it cold, some like it in the pot nine days old." Worms outdoors can be challenging. I earned a pet Robin, who politely followed me from a distance or waited for me to leave from my work in the garden. She knew that where i stepped, any worms would scatter from the pressure and vibrations. So, she would often boldly follow me to gobble up any worms that moved away from me. To tell whether your pile needs water, grab a handful; it should feel about as damp as a wrung-out sponge.
All of the liquid in the bottom of your compost bend is call Compost Tea. Compost Tea is one of the best product you can bottle up into a recycled plastic bottle- and give to your local urban farmer "hint-hint"
Barter your Black Gold.
Over a few weeks, those food scraps and shredded leaves will morph into black gold- rich soil- dark matter. The compost is complete when it has an earthy smell and you can’t recognize any of the items you dropped in. If you have a garden, sprinkle the compost around plants, mix it in with potting soil, or donate it to your local Urban Farmer (hint -hint.)
Of course, if you live in a city, you may see composting as a really good way to get stuck with a giant tub of dirt. You can barter with your Local Urban growers for a couple of extra pieces of fresh fruit and vegetables by trading your Compost. Try using your compost in houseplants—if it’s really broken down, you don’t even need any soil. You can also share the bounty by offering friends, the whole office, or your children’s school as a free donation to their school garden. (Or give your local Urban Farmer "hint-Hint")
Spread the word.
More and more Urban Farmers are growing local foods, in sustainable ways and more and more local governments are recognizing that food waste is the bulk of what goes to their landfills and are starting to do something about it. About 3,560 community composting programs were documented by the EPA during its most recent count in 2013, and that number continues to grow. These larger-scale operations—often run in tandem with regular curbside garbage pickup, especially in the west coast. Check to see if your city has a composting program, and if not, (DONATE TO YOUR LOCAL URBAN FARMER "HINT-HINT!")
Amen Par Ankh (sacred temple of life) and Amen Ankh Academy; is a local home school network, and Urban Farm nestled around a Spiritual Outreach Ministry and an Education Center in the heart of midtown Kansas City, Missouri. Contact our Minister and Director: Queenma Nuta Beqsu Moses aka Adenike Amen-Ra El and become a member of our Gnome Maafia- as We Celebrate the Cycles of Life! Email: amen.ankh@live.com ,and Call: 816-839-7945 to sign-up for courses and support: PAYPAL: amen.parankh@gmail.com , information: http://emwot.ws/Amen_ParAnkh , http://amen-parankh.blogspot.com ,also Look for us on Twitter & LinkedIn. We acknowledge our Great Ancient Ancestral history and heritage of First People Spiritual Ways. We provide an Online Homeschool Curriculum network and Afterschool STEMM (science technology, mathematics and medicine) careers with hands on Agriculture Experiences. –You GROWW Girls and Youth Going Green Economic Literacy study group. We Respect Mother Earth and acknowledge the natural sciences and ecology with recycling. We provide Ancestor Libation Ceremonies, KMT Readings for Destiny, Health, Career and Relationship Consultations using the Ausar Auset Method, We perform Home Blessings, African Naming, KMT Ordained Weddings and Wedding planning, We celebrate and observe the Equinox and Solstice events, where we celebrate and show our respect for the wonder of nature with Cultural Ceremonies, Song, music, dance, Workshops and special events. We Grow and make Org-Ankh Electric foods, Gifts, and Accessories. We provide an Online Radio Call-in show for Outreach ministry: Amen Communications http://www.blogtalkradio.com/amencommunications Newborn Blessings, Home and Business Spiritual Cleansing and Blessings, Ancient Funeral rites and Ascension ceremonies, Par Ankh Reading Room, Herbal Teas & Juice bar, Nature walks and Outdoor camping Experiences, classes such as Spiritual Jewelry making, Sewing and other hand crafts, Henna Healing designs, of Head wrapping arts, Making Natural Hair oils, beading and Lox twisting, Cosmetics, and Herbal products. Also Envisioning, Dream Catchers, Vision Boards, Art Healing Mandalas, Spiritual Jewelry Making, Gentle Yoga, Canning and preserving food, We assist in Wellness for Body Mind and Spirit for Spiritual Attunement - to realize the fullest capacities of life, health, prosperity and strength. We provide an active space for expressions of our original wisdom ways of life. Ceremony, Counseling, Coaching, Cleansings & Classes The information on this Blogsite has been put together for general information, education, reference, Spirituality Current Events and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any specific condition. Ask your doctor for his professional advice before making radical changes in your diet and lifestyle. Amen Ankh Urban Farm is an urban agricultural enterprise with the goal of achieving environmental justice and sustainability by Healthy local food production and improving local neighborhood access to healthy Foods. We are growing orchards and constructing Aquaponic Systems of farm raised fish, Herbs and microgreens. We also provide Farm-a-See tours of successful Local Farmers with the “Green Griot”. We grow selected local “Org-Ankh” electric indigenous Herbs, Fruits, Vegetable and plant life of the Three Sisters: (Corn, Beans, and Squash/Melons) and cruciferous vegetables: Cabbage, and Kale, With Wheat Grass and other Sprouts, Herbs: Basil, Sage, Chives, Rosemary, Parsley, Peppers, with Moringa nutritional drink supplements, -From our Fresh produce we create canned and Baked Goods, teas, cosmetics, & liniments to provide Healing through the inspiration of Kujichagulia (Self-determination) for everyone. Feel free or Contact the Director: Queenma Nuta Beqsu Moses aka Adenike Amen-Ra Please like our facebook pages: https://www.facebook.com/Green.Griot https://www.facebook.com/PARANKH , https://www.facebook.com/Amen.Ankh.Farm , https://www.facebook.com/Adenike.Art , https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ankh-The-Way-of-Life-Communities/140162689375565 Dua (Th-ankh you!) ♥.
Umoja Karamu, meaning "unity feast" in Swahili, is an African American celebration begun in 1971 by Dr. Edward Sims, Jr., held on the fourth Sunday in November. Its purpose is to instill solidarity, Afrikan values, and appreciation of Afrikan heritage into Afrikan American families. It is heralded for a grand Unity Feast of Knowledge, with Historical presentations for 5 periods of African American Life, followed by a grand Unity Feast of Food and Family.
Umoja Karamu (pronounced Oo-mo-jah Ca-ra-moo) are Kiswahili words that mean “unity feast.” It is a ceremony of unity that highlights events and periods that have shaped the African Diaspora of families.
Umoja Karamu is a ritual for the Black families that was developed to create new meaning and solidarity through ceremony and symbolism. Now African Americans have an alternative to celebrate family that represents their own heritage.
Umoja Karamu was inaugurated as a holiday in 1971 and was founded by Brother Edwards Sims, Jr. When it was first introduced it was only celebrated in Philadelphia and in Washington, D.C. Our traditional roots were violently separated, repressed, and often forgotten during a process called Colonialism.”
Like Thanksgiving, Umoja Karamu also emphasizes family gatherings and feasts, but it also features unique ceremonies. Specific foods and colors on the table are used symbolically to represent meaningful historical periods and elements in the African American experience for the family’s hope for the future.
Extended family members participate directly in Umoja by bringing prepared foods to the ceremony. Candlelight and incense provide ambiance and contribute to an atmosphere of calmness and reflection. Children participate by reading narratives commemorating each historical period while the 5 Ceremonial foods representing the era is passed around. After each narrative, the food is tasted by everyone, like an hors d’oeuvre. This process is repeated for each era. A benediction is given by the oldest person or elder that marks the end of the rite and signals the beginning of the feast itself.
Different families have their own ways of personalizing the holiday. Drums are sometimes played in the background to set the mood. A professional storyteller may also perform the narratives. Families have gotten creative when celebrating Umoja Karamu. Powerpoint presentations show pictures of the 5 periods. Some will play the music of New World music while others might learn a traditional dance.
Umoja Karamu is a way for African American families to celebrate their common history, ethnic experiences, and cultural heritage while tailoring this unique holiday to fit your family’s personality. Traditions that were once stolen can be recreated to strengthen family unity.
Thanksgiving is the American holiday of choice for many but more families are moving away from holidays that resulted in massacres of indigenous people and are seeking a cultural alternative. If you are questioning your support of Thanksgiving, Umoja Karamu might be the perfect celebration for your family.
Amen Par Ankh has presented the Umoja Karamu for more than a decade in Kansas City, Missouri. Our Local Celebration features African American Historical Presentations Edutainment, Libations, PowerPoint display, Historical Narratives, A shrine for Ancestors, Acknowledgment of our Local Ancestors and their Achievements, Music, and an abundant Potluck Feast: (We invite your Interactive participation for Family, Culture, and Community by bringing Photographs and Memorials of your Ancestors For our Display.) (We also encourage your contributions and donations to our feast! Fruits Veggies, desserts, Vegan, Halal, or Levitical Covered dish. -Please, NO Pork Products)
Historic Presentations and Dinner, Libations to honor ancestors, historical readings, music, and a potluck feast will mark this observance.
The celebration is based on five periods of African American life, each represented by a color and a symbolic food.
1. The color black- Pre Invasion – (Black Beans or Black Eye Peas) Black families before slavery
2. The color white- Maafa – (Brown Rice) scattering of black families (during slavery)
3. The color red- Emancipation – (Red Juice) Black Liberation struggle
4. The color green- Struggle for Civil Rights – (Green veggies)
5. The color gold- Looking to the Future – (Yellow Corn) Hope for the Future Bright)
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*EMWOT and Amen Par Ankh and Adenike's Arts Reduce Reuse Recycle, are now collecting Winter Work Wear, tools, and Equipment, as well as Hygiene Items and Educational Materials for At-Risk Youth, homeless Teens and Incarcerated re-entry Young Adults for Amen Ankh Akademy and You G.R.O.W.W. Girls programs. We are looking for Blankets, Coats, Hats, Gloves, Scarves, Socks, Sweaters, Boots, Drinking Water, Natural Snacks, Work Gear and Tools ...
*STEAM (Science Technology Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) items and Tools, Work Gear *Educational supplies and Equipment like, Laptops, Tablets, Whiteboards, paper, Artistic materials, Paint, Science materials, and Sculpture, Welding equipment, etc... You can drop off your items at the Amen Par Ankh KCMO 64130 Contact Sistar Nuta Adenike AmenRa El 816-281-7704
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I am available for Lectures, Libations, Griot Spoken Word Presentations, KMT Wedding, Birth and Ascension officiant, Salutations and Blessings for new beginnings, Home and Businesses, Afrikan Storytelling, Conferences and Workshops Contact: amen.parankh@gmail.com or amen.ankh@live.com
Phone: 816-281-7704
The information on this website has been put together for general information, education, reference, Spirituality Current Events, and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any specific condition. Ask your doctor for his professional advice before making radical changes in your diet and lifestyle.
Amen Par Ankh (sacred temple of life) and Amen Ankh Akademy; is a local home school network, and Urban Farm nestled around a Spiritual Outreach Ministry and an Education Center in the heart of midtown Kansas City, Missouri. Contact our Minister and Director: Sistar Nuta Beqsu Moses aka Adenike Amen-Ra El and become a member of our Gnome Maafia- as We Celebrate the Cycles of Life! Email: amen.ankh@live.com ,and Call: 816-281-7704 to sign-up for courses and support: PAYPAL: amen.parankh@gmail.com , information: http://amen-parankh.blogspot.com , also Look for us on Twitter and LinkedIn.
We acknowledge our Great Ancient Ancestral history and heritage of First People Spiritual Ways. We provide an Online Homeschool Curriculum network and Afterschool STEAM (Science Technology, Vocational Arts, Mathematics and Natural Medicine) careers with hands-on Agriculture Experiences. –You GROWW Girls and Amen Ankh Akademy Economic Literacy study group.
We Respect Mother Earth and acknowledge the natural sciences and ecology with recycling.
We provide Ancestor Libation Ceremonies, KMT Readings for Destiny, Health, Career and Relationship Consultations using the Ausar Auset Method, We perform Home Blessings, African Naming, KMT Ordained Weddings and Wedding planning, We celebrate and observe the Equinox and Solstice events, where we celebrate and show our respect for the wonder of nature with Cultural Ceremonies, Song, music, dance, Workshops, and special events.
We Grow and make Org-Ankh Electric foods, Gifts, and Accessories.
We provide an Online Radio Call-in show for Outreach ministry: Amen Communications http://www.blogtalkradio.com/amencommunications
Newborn Blessings, Home and Business Spiritual Cleansing and Blessings, Ancient Funeral rites and Ascension ceremonies, Par Ankh Reading Room, Herbal Teas and Juice bar, Nature walks and Outdoor camping Experiences, classes such as Spiritual Jewelry making, Sewing and other handcrafts, Henna Healing designs, of Head wrapping arts, Making Natural Hair oils, beading and Lox twisting, Cosmetics, and Herbal products. Also Envisioning, Dream Catchers, Vision Boards, Art Healing Mandalas Sip-And-Paint Events, Spiritual Jewelry Making, Gentle Yoga, Canning and preserving food,
We assist in Wellness for Body Mind and Spirit for Spiritual Attunement - to realize the fullest capacities of life, health, prosperity and strength.
We provide an active space for expressions of our original wisdom ways of life.
Ceremony, Counseling, Coaching, Cleansings and Classes
The information on this Blogsite has been put together for general information, education, reference, Spirituality Current Events and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any specific condition. Ask your doctor for his professional advice before making radical changes in your diet and lifestyle.
Amen Ankh Urban Farm is an urban agricultural enterprise with the goal of achieving environmental justice and sustainability by Healthy local food production and improving local neighborhood access to healthy Foods.
We are growing orchards and constructing Aquaponic Systems of farm raised fish, Herbs and microgreens. We also provide Farm-a-See tours of successful Local Farmers with the “Green Griot”. We grow selected local “Org-Ankh” electric indigenous Herbs, Fruits, Vegetable and plant life of the Three Sisters: (Corn, Beans, and Squash/Melons) and cruciferous vegetables: Cabbage, and Kale, With Wheat Grass and other Sprouts, Herbs: Basil, Sage, Chives, Rosemary, Parsley, Peppers, with Moringa nutritional drink supplements, -From our Fresh produce we create canned and Baked Goods, teas, cosmetics, & liniments to provide Healing through the inspiration of Kujichagulia (Self-determination) for everyone. Feel free or Contact the Director: Queenma Nuta Beqsu Moses aka Adenike Amen-Ra Please like our facebook pages: https://www.facebook.com/PARANKH https://www.facebook.com/Amen.Ankh.Farm , https://www.facebook.com/Adenike.Art , https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ankh-The-Way-of-Life-Communities/ https://www.facebook.com/Green.Griot