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Tag: Orisa

Did Anyone Call the Orisa? Reflections on Orlando, LGBTQ Communities & Inclusion

Did Anyone Call the Orisa? Reflections on Orlando, LGBTQ Communities & Inclusion

Posted on June 30, 2016June 30, 2016 by DeShannon Bowens
As pride month comes to a close, I have been reflecting on my spiritual journey as a priestess in a tradition that supposedly does not welcome LGBTQ people. I was initiated into the Yoruba-Ifa religio... Read More
Leaving the “Witches” and “Dead Chickens” Behind

Leaving the “Witches” and “Dead Chickens” Behind

Posted on October 27, 2011October 27, 2011 by Funlayo Wood
Upon logging onto facebook the other day, I was glad to see that a friend had posted a link to this article on increasing African American involvement with African religions on my page. I knew that th... Read More

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