History

Planet Voodoo's Virtual Voodoo Temple was created to support those who are interested in exploring and serving the Mysteries but do not have access to a temple or house in their areas. It is available for those who are individual practitioners, for the initiated and the uninitiated. It is open to all faiths and to anyone interested in strengthening their connection to the Divine. The Voodoo Temple was established in 2009 by Priestess Denise Alvarado. It is the only formally established Spiritual Temple currently existing in the Midwest with a focus on traditions that comprise New Orleans Voodoo, including Native American spirituality, Spiritualism, and southern hoodoo. "Voodoo Mama", as she is also known, was ordained a reverend  in the "Universal Life Church Monastery" and is a Medicine Woman who pours the water for the inipi ceremony.

 

Activities and Schedule

The Voodoo Temple offers a wide variety of services, including intuitive tarot readings, weddings, oils and baths, and rituals involving a number of Voodoo spirits. The temple also offers a sizable selection of written material on the origins of Voodoo, hoodoo, and other esoteric traditions, in addition to personalized potions of protection like "Ju-Ju" or "Gris-Gris." Most recently, Priestess Denise has published several books regarding the closely held teachings of Creole Voodoo and are available here and at Amazon.com.

 

Description

Planet Voodoo's Voodoo Temple is based on the teachings of New Orleans Voodoo and indigenous spirituality. Fundamental to the temple is respect for self and others. A most important teaching is reverence to ancestors; we honor those who walked before us, alongside us, and who have yet to walk on this earth.

 

Voodoo involves a tremendous commitment to learning how to walk in this world in a harmonious manner. As you develop relationships with the loas, orishas, saints, angels, spirits, and archangels, it is necessary to learn how to serve and petition them appropriately. Guidance for doing so is provided in each of the altar rooms. Please note that what is provided are suggestions only and are provided according to Priestess Denise's interpretation of Spirits of New Orleans and the Divine.

 

Demographics

The temple strives to cater to an international community. With an established online presence, the temple affords easy access to those who are curious to learn about the New Orleans Voodoo spiritual tradition.

 

Location and Directions

At present, the Voodoo Temple is only online; however, spiritual consultations and other services are available by appointment. Email for more information.

 

CD of the Voodoo Temple Library Holdings

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Bookstore

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