Learn about the history and practice of Kwanzaa in Texas, then join us for our New Year’s Burning Bowl Ceremony.

About our Speaker
Jendieyea Efayetaeo, born the seventh child on the seventh day of November at 7 a.m., sees the number 7 as a symbol of her uniqueness, representing God’s complete number. At 13, she carried the anger of experiencing segregation, finding strength and inspiration in leaders like Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and Marcus Garvey, which fueled her passion for social justice. Over the years, she has hosted several public Kwanzaa celebrations to honor her heritage, and as part of the African Diaspora, she uses Kwanzaa to reconnect with her roots and reaffirm her commitment to the seven guiding principles. Jendieyea is the wife of Eddie Edwards, the mother of three children, and the proud grandmother of eight. She is a nurse, and alongside her husband, she co-owns and operates Rising Star Home Care Services, Inc.

About Burning Bowl
The Burning Bowl Ritual invites us to reflect on what we wish to release as we step into a new chapter. Using the papers provided by the ushers, you are welcome to write down your burdens and place them in the flame, symbolizing letting go and transformation. The fire cleanses what no longer serves us, making space for healing, renewal, and hope as we move forward with clear intentions.

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Please join us after the service for coffee and conversation.

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Topics: Burning Bowl, Kwanzaa