Spiritual Services
Iya Winmilawe is a longtime Yoruba-Orisa Priestess of Oshun/Ọ̀ṣun, a PhD scholar of Yoruba studies and traditional healing, as well as a Chief (Oloye) in Obatala’s kingdom of Ifon-Orolu. Questions and Answers (Q & A) about her services are below (click Q for A). |
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Orisa Q & A
1. Can you tell me about your Orisa readings / divinations?
I read Merindinlogun or 16 Cowries’ oracle for divinations to give you messages from the ancestors (egun) and Orisa (divinities/Gods). The Orisa may speak about your: health, money, love life, family, spiritual self, etc.
Messages bring insight, transformation and blessings. You are permitted to ask questions too. Results will be emailed or given verbally by phone. Your privacy is strictly respected.
Cost: $300 (advance fee; plus possible costs from the Orisa's messages may apply.)
Messages bring insight, transformation and blessings. You are permitted to ask questions too. Results will be emailed or given verbally by phone. Your privacy is strictly respected.
Cost: $300 (advance fee; plus possible costs from the Orisa's messages may apply.)
2. What about your rituals and ceremonies?
For personal rituals and ceremonies, we’d first determine if it’s your destiny via a reading (see Q1 above). If so, then you will experience elevation from the ancestors (egun), Orisa (divinities), and/or other benevolent forces. For free group rituals join us via Egbe Aborisa.
Personal rituals and ceremonies are for healing an aspect of one’s life, to gain greater access to the divine spirits, and/or to help one cross from one life stage to another. You can be of any religion or culture to participate. They take many forms including: head cleanings, spiritual baths, receiving elekes (beads), weddings, receiving ancestor (egun) or Orisa sacred objects, naming ceremonies, and full initiations.
For those wanting to be a full Yoruba/Orisa devotee—a ceremony is usually necessary. However, not every devotee is meant to do full initiation. Ceremonies usually cost from $100s to low $1000s. Initiations usually cost $1000s. For more info read this guide. Celebrate with us via Egbe Aborisa.
Personal rituals and ceremonies are for healing an aspect of one’s life, to gain greater access to the divine spirits, and/or to help one cross from one life stage to another. You can be of any religion or culture to participate. They take many forms including: head cleanings, spiritual baths, receiving elekes (beads), weddings, receiving ancestor (egun) or Orisa sacred objects, naming ceremonies, and full initiations.
For those wanting to be a full Yoruba/Orisa devotee—a ceremony is usually necessary. However, not every devotee is meant to do full initiation. Ceremonies usually cost from $100s to low $1000s. Initiations usually cost $1000s. For more info read this guide. Celebrate with us via Egbe Aborisa.
3. Are you accepting new clients or students?
Not currently...HOWEVER, if you are interested you'll want to support NOW by: participating, promoting and/or donating. I prioritize my Orisa services for those that I'm connected with. Supporting gives you the best chance to connect with me.
4. Can people of ANY religion or culture be your client?
YES!
5. How do I: become a practitioner, PRIEST, or find a Godparent?
Read my guide “7 Steps to Yoruba.”
6. Do you offer free experiences?
I do offer free events via Egbe Aborisa, and this guide. The guide is an invaluable free resource, and is a good place to figure out how to start personally engaging in Orisa practice.
Other organizations also invite me to do events that are free for the public—check News to see!
Other organizations also invite me to do events that are free for the public—check News to see!
7. Why do Orisa priests charge money?
Because the Orisa say so. Payment is an easy way for you to value us. You help us—as we are helping you. This is a spiritual AND material tradition. My readings are $300, and in exchange you get life changing messages from the Orisa! Also, there are usually no-cost options for sincere individuals (see above).
8. What is your Orisa background?
I have almost 25 years of full-time study, practice, dedication, and teaching which allow me to be considered a Yoruba-Orisa expert. I became an aborisa (Yoruba-Orisa devotee) in 1998. I began my profession as a Yoruba academic scholar in 1999. I was installed as a chief (Oloye) in Obatala’s kingdom of Ifon-Orolu in 2001. I was initiated to Oshun/Ọ̀ṣun (Iyalorisa) in 2005.
My Orisa godparents include: Dr. Baba Ade Ofunniyin (Iba se), Araba Ifayemi Elebuibon, Chief Aje, Iya Aina Olomo (Iba se), and Araba Awodiran Agboola. I’ve had numerous academic Yoruba professors. My husband is an Ifa priest (Babalawo) and my collaborator, our ile/home temple is active. I have invaluable experiences with VERY good friends who are also priests.
I lived in Ile-Ife Nigeria, and studied the Yoruba language. I have read hundreds of Yoruba books. Above all, the actual Orisa are my best teachers! For more on me see my ‘About’ page including the FAQ.
My Orisa godparents include: Dr. Baba Ade Ofunniyin (Iba se), Araba Ifayemi Elebuibon, Chief Aje, Iya Aina Olomo (Iba se), and Araba Awodiran Agboola. I’ve had numerous academic Yoruba professors. My husband is an Ifa priest (Babalawo) and my collaborator, our ile/home temple is active. I have invaluable experiences with VERY good friends who are also priests.
I lived in Ile-Ife Nigeria, and studied the Yoruba language. I have read hundreds of Yoruba books. Above all, the actual Orisa are my best teachers! For more on me see my ‘About’ page including the FAQ.