Hoodoo in the Church: African Spirituality in Plain Sight. Hoodoo, rooted in African spirituality, emerged during slavery when African traditions blended with Christianity for survival and empowerment. Enslaved Africans infused their spiritual practices into the church, creating a unique mix that still exists today.✨ Prayer and Psalms: Hoodoo practitioners often use the Book of Psalms for protection, blessings, and deliverance, just like in many church traditions.✨ Anointing Oils: The church’s u