Colonialism imposed the Catholic baptism on the enslaved population in Cuba, and a dual baptism became a common reality. In our restoration goals, the Church is committed to the abandonment of syncretic retentions and the reeducation of traditional rites and values.
Baptism is one of most religiously profound rites that one experiences in religion early in life.
Eleke or ileke's are necklaces made of beads, which in their individual patterns are symbolic to each divinity called orisha . Two ordained priests' or priestesses are required to perform baptism. The adherent selects the ordained and confirmation is attained through divination. This is where the orishas are consulted for the purpose of baptism and both ordained persons inquire for permission to perform. After approval from the orishas arrangements are made to conduct the baptism.