Welcome to the Community...

Our mission is to empower Black people of the African American Diaspora to cultivate a deep, loving relationship with the Divine through the foundational practice of self-love. We embrace the wisdom and teachings of Ifa, specifically Isese Lagba, as the guiding structure that leads us to a life of fulfillment, balance, and harmony. By reconnecting with our ancestral practices and spiritual traditions, we honor our heritage and create pathways for healing, growth, and transformation. We believe that the ancient wisdom of Ifa holds the keys to building stronger, more resilient communities, and through this sacred work, we are committed to supporting Black people in reclaiming their divine power to create better lives for ourselves and future generations.

Our vision is to see a thriving, empowered community of Black people in the African American Diaspora who are deeply rooted in self-love, guided by the ancient wisdom of Ifa, and living in alignment with the principles of Isese Lagba. We envision a future where our people are spiritually awakened, connected to their ancestral heritage, and uplifted through the transformative power of the Divine. By embracing our sacred traditions, we seek to foster personal and collective healing, create thriving communities, and build a legacy of spiritual strength, prosperity, and unity that transcends generations.

I am Iyanifa Owinni Awooseju Adina Durosinmi. You can call me Iya Owinni or simply Iya for short. Iya is the abbreviation of my title Iyanifa. I am an initiated Priestess in the Ifa tradition. 

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My relationship with Ifa, most specifically Isese, is that it is a tradition, religion, and spiritual practice whose basis is Self Love. That is the Sacred Medicine found within the words of the tradition. That is the light found in the Odu. You are Divine and Worthy of Ire, Good Fortune.

Self Love is what encourages you to walk in Iwa Pele.

If you ask, I am a child of the Orishas. I have officially initiated Oya, Shango, Oshun, Obatala, Yemoja, and others.

I am the Mother of this Temple.

I am her Teacher. I'm also the perpetual student. always learning and thus always sharing the knowledge.

In opening up from just a closed Ile to a temple, I am opening up sharing, teaching, and worshiping with the broader collective.

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I am an Oracle, Medium, Diviner, Reiki Master, Death Doula, Master life Coach, friend, creative, Mother, partner, and silly individual.

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I'm Generation X. I'm Black American. My style will feel like tradition and not all at the same time. That's ok. The medicine is always administered in the means it is meant to be received.

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Ose with Owinni is an opportunity to  join me every 4 days on Ose Ifa during my morning veneration. There will be Oriki singing/chanting, teaching from the Odu, prayers and blessings, message and wisdom shared that will be medicine for all. The dates are already set and you can get included on our invites by reaching out to me.

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Isan- This is a community veneration and divination session. The divination for this session applies to the entire temple community. Messages, Advice, and the Medicine will be shared with all. Offerings donations can be made so that members receive the full benefit of the Ire (good fortune) and protections mentioned.

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Community Service - I am big on giving back. Those that become regular staples in the Temple and give donations should know that my intention is for the donations to  eventually, not just be an energy exchange but to fund homeless drives, community Ori cleanses, funding for those that can't afford the services but truly need them, and more.

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The temple consists of friends and full members.

Friends of the temple are those who supportive of the work without covenant membership. They may engage with classes and services, or make regular donations.

Members are committed to particpation, accountability, growth, alignment, contribution and transformation.

Friends of the Temple are welcome to join our online Temple Otuurupon Gunda Group and engage with bites of wisdom as gratitude for their contribtions to the work we do here.

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Interested in joining the community? You are welcome to complete the application process here. Feel free to reach out with any questions.

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Weekly Learning and Fellowship for the Youth of our community. We understand that the Youth carry our tradition forward. Join us for one of our two group sessions.

10am - Under 12

10:45 am - 12 and up

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Supporting the community is part of our mission. Seeing our people thriving and living in alignment with their good condition is our goal. If you have a nonprofit or other community organization and would like to partner with us, check out our programs and let's chat.

We look forward to partnering with you.

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