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Temple of New African Thought Njia Fellowship Outline

Informal Fellowship (1:00 PM - 1:30 PM)

Arrival & Fellowship (1:00 PM - 1:20 PM) Gather in the community with music, singing, and opportunities for connection. Optional edutainment: drumming, spoken word, or storytelling. Youth Engagement: Activities for children and teens to participate meaningfully. Drum Call to Formal Fellowship

(1:20 PM - 1:30 PM) Drummers will gather us into the formal session.

Formal Fellowship (1:30 PM - 3:00 PM)

1. Meditation and Centering (1:30 PM - 1:40 PM) A moment to ground ourselves spiritually, led by the Elder, Assistant Minister, Associate Minister, Chief Minister (as needed), or designated person.

2. Opening Words (1:40 PM - 1:45 PM) A warm welcome to set the tone, led by the Elder, Assistant Minister, Associate Minister, Chief Minister (as needed), or designated person.

3. Ancestral Invocation and Libation Ceremony (1:45 PM - 1:55 PM) Invocation: Honoring the guidance and presence of our ancestors. Libation: A ceremonial pouring of water, led by a rotating leader from our community. Reflection:Highlighting the life and contributions of a specific ancestor.

4. Edutainment and Celebration (1:55 PM - 2:05 PM) Singing, dancing, drumming, spoken word, or storytelling to celebrate our culture.

5. Ma’at Message/Circle of Enlightenment (2:05 PM - 2:45 PM) Message of Empowerment: Delivered by the Chief Minister, Elder, Assistant Minister, Associate Minister, or designated person.

6. Affirmation of Identity (2:45 PM - 2:50 PM) Recitation of Ma’at or Nguzo Saba principles.

7. Announcements and Closing (2:50 PM - 3:00 PM) Updates on upcoming events and activities. Closing Energy: Harambee chant and a collective affirmation to end in unity and upliftment.