Yemonja is the great mother Orisha of the oceans, motherhood, family, protection, and nurturing love. Her name is often understood as “Mother Whose Children are like Fish” reflecting her role as the mother of many and the source of life. Yemonja teaches us that true...
Blessed New Month of June. Osun is the energy of imagination. When Osun’s energy comes upon us, it makes us feel like we’re in love with life! Affirm everyday how great you are, compliment people, make them feel good. This is the love that holds...
For generations, every society has created intentional ways to guide young people from childhood into adulthood. The Teen Rites of Passage Program was designed to do exactly that. Founded by Iyalode Yeyefini Efunbolade in 1992, this transformative experience helps youth ages 12–17 develop emotional awareness, spiritual...
Blessed New Month of May. This is a wonderful time to awaken the principles and energies of Sango and Aganju within you. Being a warrior, powerful energies of destruction and rebuilding serves as a great energy to invoke in your life and your home. The...
Sanponna, Babalú-Ayé is known by several other names, including Ọbaluaye or Sopona, as revered in the Yoruba religion. In syncretism with Catholicism, especially within Cuban tradition, he is also recognized as San Lazaro or Saint Lazarus. His name, Babalú-Ayé, translates to "Father, Lord of the...
🌟 Calling All Teens (and Parents of Teens!) 🌟 It’s time to awaken the next generation of leaders, healers, and thinkers.The Teens Rites of Passage Program (Ages 12–17) is now enrolling for our 2026 session: a sacred journey of self-discovery, cultural connection, and spiritual empowerment. Through guided...
https://youtu.be/qPVrT0bxEQc Alafia! In preparation for our Sunday Worship Service on October 19, 2025, you are asked to participate in the following two daily rituals for 7 consecutive days: DAILY MEDITATION: What to do: Purchase (if you do not already have one) a 7-Day White Candle. How: Light the candle and sit...
✨ Are you ready to awaken to your highest self? ✨ Step away from the noise of everyday life and immerse yourself in a sacred, life-changing experience with Iyalode Yeyefini. The Immersive Spiritual Awakening Retreat is more than a getaway — it’s a rebirth. 🌿 Four days...
Welcome to the powerful energy of Obatala, Jupiter, number 8, expansion, believing and having peace with yourself and others. This is my favorite month of the year, because its my birthday month as well as my 54th Orisa Anniversary Festival. Jupiter like Obatala is the largest planet....
Activate Your Power: The Living Shrine Workbook Launch + How to Use It in Real Life June 26th 7:00p EST Virtual Event Join us for the official launch of The Living Shrine Workbook! Yeyefini will walk us through how to use the workbook in real time to build ritual,...