Transition of Elder Rupee

Elder Rupee, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings and Love,
I received word from our Elder Advisor to Ethiopia, Ras Wayne, that our beloved Elder Rupee has transitioned to Ancestor on October 3 2011 in Shashemene, Ethiopia.

The Nyahbinghi and Ras Tafari Family in Shashemene is currently rallying the effort to ensure a dignified process for the Elder.

May Elder Rupee's life and testimony continue to be an inspiration to the coming generations. Haile Selassie I be praised!

-WSPC

SUPPORT RASTAFARI ELDERS: ELDERS IN ETHIOPIA

Landgrant_above, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Royal Greetings,
InI give thanks for the continued support of the Rastafari family around the globe for Rastafari Ancients in need.

In cooperation with IDOR, Iniversial Development of Rastafari, and their Elders Medical Project, we will be raising a strength for the Elders on the land in Ethiopia. This is a continuation of ongoing cooperative efforst between IDOR and WSPC.

IDOR's Elder Medical Project provides financial relief for Elders in medical crisis and emergencies and preventative care. This covers doctor's visits, transportation for critical care, medication and preventative care. The following elders in Shashemene take part in the project:

Mama Baby I

Mama Wollette

Elder Reggae(transitioned, Rest in Power)

Elder Ruppee(transitioned, Rest in Power)

Sister Gwen

Brother Sala (Solomon Wolf)

Brother Gladstone Robinson



Elder Zion

Elder Moody

Priest Isiah

Elder Negus

Brother Rodney

GOAL: $2000(us)

Please visit paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address to make a donation to strengthen Elders in Ethiopia.

Bro Fraser----------$150
Bro Robert---------$30
Sister MaryDread---------$200
Bro Liontree----------$15
Bro Ital and Sis Amelia--------$50
Ras Dario--------$60
Support from Atlanta family--------$200
Ras Ta' Zayah---------$100
Sista Masher & Bredda Fisher---------$200
Ras Justoe----------$30
Ras Charles---------$20
Ras Yohannes---------$60
Maga Duppy----------$40
Bro Jacopo----------$15
Meekman----------$45
Sis Sheila--------$100
Bro Sam---------$10
Sister Joan---------$100
Sister Valda---------$20
Ras Scooby---------$100
Ras Scott--------$50
Dejazmatch Giorgis--------$50
Ras Farms---------$50
Christopher Liontree--------$10
Ras Toby--------$15
Ras Adam Simeon-------$50
Upful Creations--------$60
Ras Mike---------$40
Sister Hatha--------$50
Sis Irijah--------$30
Bro Asher--------$50



Total: $2000 (Goal Reached. Give thanks and praise)

Mama Baby I Earthday

Mama Baby I Earthday, originally uploaded by freerootical.

InI of the Word Sound Power Collective would like to send a heartical Earthday blessing to Mama Baby I in Shashamane, Ethiopia. All honor and respect to this blessed Matriarch who stands as a living example of the powers of the Most High Haile Selassie I. Blessed Earthday, Mama Baby I.
Ises,
WSPC

-photo courtesy of Empress Askale Selassie. Give thanks!

Family Fund for Rastafari Dawta, "Sistren", Irene Chambers Belardo

Greetings Collective,
On July 25th, a beloved Rastafari dawta fondly called, "Sistren" whose registered name is Irene Chambers Belardo, passed forward as a result of a ruptured blood vessel in her head. She was only 33 years old and was the single parent of 3 lovely children, one girl aged 16 and two boys, 15 and 12 years old.

The Nyahbinghi family is lamenting and mourning the loss. Her 16 year old daughter is presently in Anchovy High School and her 12 year old son has just gained entry into Knochalva High School in the parish of St. James. The Nyahbinghi family has opened a bank account for the children's support.

InI will send $200 from a fundraising event in Seattle, WA to help the family during this time.

Also, InI would like to begin fundraising for to ensure her children can continue their education. To make a donation use, www.paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address. InI give thanks upon thanks.

Goal: $500
Liontree family----------$20
Sister Mary Dread----------$25
Bro Fraser-------$100
Sister Bailey---------$20
Ras Fla Yoro---------$20
Global community--------$80
Bro Mark----------$100
Mama Berhane--------$20
Sister Dani--------$30
Ras Charles on behalf of Thomas McGaughlin--------$85
Total: $500
Goal Reached. Give thanks one and all!

WSPC 119th Haile Selassie Earthstrong Newsletter

Greetings Royal Family,
To download the newsletter, please use the following link,
http://rastaites.com/news/hearticals/wspc/119thEarthstrong.pdf
Give thanks for life and strength,
WSPC

ELDER TRANSITION: BONGO IYAHSHEM

Greetings,
It is with great sadness that InI let ones know that Rastafari Elder, Bongo Iyahshem, has passed forward and become InI Ancestor.

A good bredrin in the collective donated $200 to send to his family in this time. InI sent this fund forward and they have received it. InI mourn this loss, but celebrate the life and testimony of Bongo Iyahshem.

Raspectfully,
WSPC

AMA FUND: RAS GEORGE HUGGINS

January 2011 135, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings Collective,
Ras George Huggins is an Accompong Maroon Elder who played a crucial role in the welcome of Emperor Haile Selassie I at the airport when he visited Jamaica on April 21, 1966 and has played an important role in the musical traditions of the Accompong Maroon village.

Currently, Ras George is suffering from prostate cancer.

InI will be sending him a $200 strength from the Ancients Medical Assistance Fund.

To contribute to the ongoing fundraising for the AMA fund,
go to www.paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address. Write AMA in the subject line. Give thanks.

-WSPC

AMA Fund: Bongo Arthur

Bongo Arthur, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings Collective,
Bongo Arthur is 88 years old and has been trodding in the faith for 55 years. He is has been ailing for some time from prostate cancer.

InI will be sending him a $200 strength from the Ancients Medical Assistance Fund.

To contribute to the ongoing fundraising for the AMA fund, go to www.paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address. Write AMA in the subject line. Give thanks.

-WSPC

AMA Fund: BONGO DEAN

BONGO DEAN, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings Collective,
Ancient Bongo Dean is 77 years old and is a survivor of the Coral Gardens atrocity. He has suffered from a stroke on his right side and has limited mobility.

InI will be sending him a $200 strength from the AMA fund to help make his journey lighter.

To contribute to the AMA fund, go to www.paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address. Write AMA in the subject line. Give thanks.

-WSPC

AMA Fund: Bongo Vin & Mama Enid

BONGOVINMAMAENID, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings Collective,
InI give thanks for all those who contributed to the fund to support Bongo Vin and Mama Enid as Bongo Vin went through his hernia surgery. Bongo Vin is recovering from his surgery but is in need of funds for his medication. Mama Enid needs to have some work done on her teeth as she is presently unable to chew her food.

InI will be sending them $400 from the AMA fund to assist them in their time of need.

To contribute to the AMA fund, go to www.paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address. Write AMA in the subject line. Give thanks.

-WSPC

AMA Fund: Ras Iration I

Ras Iration I, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings and Love,
InI will be sending a $200 strength from the Ancients Medical Assistance fund to Ras Iration I who is suffering with an illness.

To contribute to the AMA fund, go to www.paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address. Write AMA in the subject line. Give thanks.

-WSPC

Uplight:
It has come to InI attention that Ras Iration I has passed forward as a result of his illness. The $200 sent forward was given to his family. Give thanks for the life of Ras Iration I. He will forever remain an inspiration.

AMA FUND: DAWTA WINSOME

SisterWinsome, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings and Love,
InI will be sending a $200 strength from the Ancients Medical Assistance fund to Dawta Winsome who recently broke her foot and is presently handicapped due to a stroke. Her broken foot has made it difficult for her to move about and is in need of the basic necessities. More strength, wellness and health to Dawta Winsome.

To contribute to the AMA fund, go to www.paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address. Write AMA in the subject line. Give thanks.

-WSPC

SUPPORT FOR THE FAMILY OF SISTER JUDITH

BongoJoe Sister Judith, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings Collective,
InI are saddened to report that Bongo Joe's Queen, Sister Judith, was murdered while she was working at her shop. A full heart of strength and love to Bongo Joe and family while they grieve.

Sister Judith comes from a generation of dreadlocks as her mother was Sister Nellie, sister of Mama Baby I. InI mourn her passing and celebrate her life as a Rastawoman.

InI would like to raise a strength for the family in this time. As this strength doesn't come under the banner of Ancients Medical Assistance, this will be a traditional fundraising effort. To make a donation use, www.paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address. InI give thanks upon thanks.

Goal: $200

Ras Fraser----------$40
Bro Judah----------$20
Sis MaryDread---------$20
Mama Berhane---------$10
Maga Duppy---------$20
Sister Hatha--------$50
Bro Dario Macioci--------$15
Bro Robert--------$30
Christopher Liontree-------$10

Total: $215
Goal Sealed. Give thanks!

SUPPORT RASTAFARI ELDERS: BONGO ROY

100_2117, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings and Love,
It has come to InI attention that Beloved Ancient Bongo Roy is in need of a strength for work he needs done for his teeth. InI will be sending him a $200 strength from the Ancients Medical Assistance Fund(AMA). InI give thanks to all those continually give generous contributions to this fund to ensure that InI Ancients are cared for.

To contribute to the AMA fund, go to www.paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address. Write AMA in the subject line. Give thanks.

-WSPC

SUPPORT RASTAFARI ELDERS: ANCIENT HAYDEN

ANCIENT 2_Hayden, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings Collective,
It has come to InI attention that Ancient Hayden is in need of a new wheelchair. Ancient Hayden is in his 80's and is restricted to a wheelchair due to a recent stroke. He is still able to do some gardening for food and presently lives alone. His current wheelchair is in need of replacement.

InI will be sending Ancient Hayden a $200 strength from the Ancients Medical Assistance Fund.

To contribute to the AMA fund, go to www.paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address. Write AMA in the subject line. Give thanks.

Check for uplights at:
www.wordsoundpowercollective.blogspot.com

SUPPORT RASTAFARI ELDERS: ALTAR JOE

alta joe, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings Collective,
Nyahbinghi Ancient, Altar Joe, is in need of a strength. He is suffering from prostate cancer and has had difficulty purchasing the needed medication. InI will send him a strength from the Ancients Medical Assistance Fund.

In order to respond quickly to these types of medical needs, it is crucial that the AMA fund have a positive balance. InI give thanks to all those who have contributed to the fund and InI encourage ones and ones to spread the word in order that InI Ancients may be protected. Give thanks!

$200 will be sent from the AMA fund


To contribute to the AMA fund, go to www.paypal.com and use wordsoundpowercollective@hotmail.com as the payee address. Write AMA in the subject line. Give thanks.

Check for uplights at:
www.blogspot.com/wordsoundpowercollective

WSPC blog archive

Greetings and Love, One and All
To read about more of the works the Collective has accomplished, please visit:
http://www.myspace.com/wordsoundpowercollective/blogg
Here you can find all of the archived works and see the Elders that have benefited from the Collective.
Give thanks for life, health and strength! Without the strength and guidance of Haile Selassie, none of this would be possible.
-WSPC

ANCIENTS MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FUND: BONGO

100_2117, originally uploaded by freerootical.

Greetings Collective,

It has come to InI attention that Ancient Stalwart, Bongo Roy, is in immediate need of medical attention. The Ancient is suffering from lung damage and is experiencing pain.

InI will be sending him a strength from the Ancients Medical Assistance fund which will allow him to continue his treatment.

InI give thanks for all of those who contributed to the AMA fund allowing InI to respond quickly to immediate needs. Haile Selassie I be praised!

-WSPC

Amount sent forward from the AMA fund: $200

(Please note: this is not a petition for funds, the funds will be sent from the existing AMA fund)