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 In Vodou One, we learned about the basics of Vodou, the family spirits and how working with our ancestors can bring harmony and balance to our lives. We made a boutey for the Lwa, and learned some basic songs.
In this second class of the Vodou Series, we will learn Sevis Lwa - Service to our Lwa. Through song and dance, with ritual and purpose, we will give to you the tools needed to create a service for your Spirits, so that you and They can come into communion with one another for your benefit and Theirs!
Service begins with personal expression - language, gesture, movement. How does one set up an altar? Where do the ritual objects go, and how does one consecrate them for service? We will give you the necessary tools to be able to do just that - set the altar space up correctly, aligning it as you should. Placement of objects, both sacred and secular, as well as helping to define just what those objects are, what they are used for and how one creates the perfect arena to address the gods of Vodou.
In Vodou Two, we will also make an offering vessel for your particular spirits. It can be a vessel for your ancestors, for your Met Tet or for your favorite Lwa. Utilizing Calabash gourds, we carve and paint our designs and ideas onto the surface, sealing it and making it a perfect altar piece in and of itself.
 We will also teach you how to draw veves - the mystical ground drawings of the Lwa. Using corn meal and a dexterous hand, we swirl and twirl our fingers, nimbly expressing the Mysteries as they show themselves to us. Veves are common throughout the Vodou faith, but often it is the Spirits themselves who give us instructions on how to draw one specifically for Them. The Lwa give us special details, special signs and decorations. Each house receives a call sign that is a unique signature to that house. It takes practice and a willing hand - not to mention stamina. Veves are drawn standing, as you bend from the waist. Not the easiest of positions to work from! You will learn a basic one for your Lwa. It's not easy - though the Houngan makes it look that way!
The evening ritual is dedicated to all the spirits of Vodou. We call this service a rassemble - an assembly to offer thanks, to give offerings and to receive Their ashe and blessings.
The single class fee is $100.00, and it includes the lecture, all materials (offering vessel, handouts and prayer books), lunch and dinner, as well as the service.
If you are contracted for the Four Circles, your fee is stipulated in the contract. Contract holders may use their payment plans for this class. Directions, what to bring and what to wear will be sent to registered attendees. We take Paypal. Mastercard, Visa and check. If you have any additional questions, please contact Mambo Vye Zo
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