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PARADISE PREPARED: Rev. F. M. LAWLUVI Transitions at 95


 

By Oyiza Adaba | Africa-Related New York

 
Self realization... Know yourself
— Rev. Fredrick M. Lawluvi

Rev. F. M. Lawluvi 1927-2022

He answered the call to serve as a minister of the Gospel at a young age. On August 16, he answered heaven's call at the grand age of ninety-five.

On and off the pulpit, he taught us a great deal throughout his lifetime. He was a uniting force to his community and lived by example, displaying no fear of truth. In one of his sermons, he called for unity in the family and community; and members to “stand up and check”  divisive forces.

“Jesus receives outcasts, criminals, evil doers. For he said, I've come not for the righteous but for sinners”

Rev. F. M. Lawluvi

Video: courtesy of the Lawluvi Family

Africa-Related was privileged to visit and  film the great  Rev. Fredrick M. Lawluvi in Anloga  Ghana, while producing his cousin El Anatsui's documentary film in 2015. He had such a profound influence on the life of the young El Anatsui, who was raised by his Uncle - also a minister. We captured that memorable moment between the two great men - the Reverend and the Artist. The meeting was their first in 67 years, since 1948. 

“My strength is revived”, he joyfully proclaimed during our interview later that day on his emotional meeting with his beloved cousin El Anatsui. It was no lie. It was evident to those present, akin to a ‘Lazarus’ moment - enough to add years to man’s life. Thankfully, they had another seven to make up for the time. 

Rev. Lawluvi was instrumental in giving the El Anatsui film its final title, to which we remain truly grateful.

We commiserate with the entire Lawluvi and extended family.

Rest in peace Sir.  Your work continues…

Follow the artist @elanatsui.art

Follow the film release @elanatsuifilm


 

Rev. Lawluvi El Anatsui in over 60 years + hear Rev. Fredrick Lawluvi speak during one of his life-changing sermons in Anloga, Ghana’s Volta Region.

 



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