Alfreda is the daughter of Fred and Cleola Small (November 2, 1932- November 2, 2004).   She is a pastor’s daughter who literally grew up singing in the church. She has been writing and singing for the Lord since she was 12. Her lyrics and music delivered by her heart-piercing voice bless all those who hear, believers and unbelievers. As she ministered to the local churches over the years with song, the Lord continued to confirm her calling of writing, arranging, and singing His   music. Listen to Alfreda Akognon on KKVV speaker.gif (942 bytes)Email Freda at freda@tworecords.com.
 
Born:  San Francisco, California
Lives: Petaluma, California
Education:  B.A. in Biblical Studies
Job: Child Care Provider
Family: Alfreda is married to Emmanuel O. Akognon, who is a Pastor and Teacher.  She has three children, A son, Shola Akogon (22 yrs) who is a gifted musician and has recently accepted the call to Preach the Gospel; son, Joshua Akognon (18 yrs), who aspires to become a pro basketball player, and is well on his way; a daughter Shonte (14 yrs), who aspires to become an actress.
Church Home: Village Baptist Church where she is minister of Music.   COMMENDATION  
Favorite Scripture: Psalm 37:4 which says "Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart," is where I "am" right now. I Love Jesus and I want to show Him more and more everyday. This scripture promises that if I do this, he will give me the things that my heart most earnestly desires, and for me these are not material things, but more of Him and the things He desires for me.
Favorite Hymn: Marvelous Grace  by Julia Johnston and I Surrender All by Judson Wheeler Van DeVenter
Testimony: I would not try or even do I desire to do anything which does not have God's "stamp of approval" on it. Many people look at individuals in the world and think that success means having lots of money, fame and material things, but
this is not true success. I'd rather have Jesus, who is everything to me and already owns everything so what more do I need?
Favorite Color: Black and Teal