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Cleansing of the Infant
The shaman cleanses the soul and brings good fortune to the infant.
Tying of White Strings for Good Fortune
In the Hu Plig ceremony, the shaman ties white strings around the infant to bring good luck and wealth to the child.
Cleaning Cow Stomachs
Hmong people use the stomachs of the cow that can be used to make the traditional beef soup, literally “cow-poo soup” which is made of beef stomach, intestines, and organ meat. Pictured below is a photo of the stomachs being cleaned out.
A Tray of Goodies for Hu Plig
During Hu Plig events, fruits, eggs, and assorted candy and crackers are placed on a tray decoratively. In the middle, there are flowers, usually white to represent cleansing.
Ewe Chapel Wicker Basket
A wicker basket containing prayer request cards in Ewe Chapel
Ewe Chapel Door Sign
A picture of a sign advertising chapel services outside Ewe Chapel.
Ewe Chapel Alter 2
A picture of the Ewe Chapel alter
Rights of Patients
A sheet detailing the rights of patients and institutional limitations on what the clergy may do in a hospital.
Rev. Ann Bergstrom
A picture of the Rev. Ann Bergstrom, in her office.
Rev. Dunbar-Perkins Prayer Rug
A picture of a prayer rug in Rev. Dunbar-Perkins' office.