I'm from Stone Mountain, Georgia, currently a student at World Changers Bible School in College…read morePark, Ga. I was in Chicago visiting my son and his family during the Thanksgiving Holidays, I'm also a former IBM employees, just like Pastor Bill, so I started listening to his broadcast based on that. I record and listen to the Bill Winston Ministries broadcast daily. I discovered after listening for a while that the teaching from this broadcast, were so anointed and has so impacted my life and my future ministry. I asked my daughter-in-law to take me to the mall so I could visit Living Word Christian Center in hopes of meeting Pastor Winston personally. I saw the Royal Christian Bookstore as I searched for the church at the mall, so I went into the bookstore asking for directions. I shared with them who I was and that I was looking for the church. The staff was so warm and excited in meeting us, hearing my story and why I had come to visit. After assisting me with my shopping, several of the staff members personally gave us a tour of the church and the Joseph School for Business. It so happened that there was a holiday sale going on at the bookstore as well. We spent approximately 2-hours between shopping at the bookstore and going on a tour. This ended-up being the highlight of my visit to Chicago, aside from the visit with my family. The selection in the bookstore was great and well worth the trip. The staff treated us like family, it was the experience of a lifetime, we will be forever indebted to the staff, I've called back to the bookstore since my trip, just to say hello and to again thank them for the warm reception, the tour, and the like family atmosphere of Royal Christian Bookstore and Cafe, I recommend it highly. Greg M. Student at WCBS, College Park, Georgia

A large variety of current and past books by old and new authors. Also CDs and small gifts and…read morekeepsake items for giving excellent customer service. Along with the delicious sit down and relax area and even further in the back there is an area to read on beautiful leather sofas. Well done, and thoughtfully designed .

I would describe this botanica as having an assortment of old and new. By this I mean that they…read morehave quite a few of your classic plaster statues of Catholic saints and spirits used in Espiritismo but they also have a selection of resin statues that are more common today. In addition to statues, they also have a decent selection of votive candles along with oils and incense. As far as items in the Santeria tradition, I was only able to see a selection of elekes but I didn't see any other items. I could be mistaken so it might be a good idea to call ahead if you need a cauldron or any other hard-to-find items. The herb selection was not as abundant but there were enough to meet most needs. The woman that worked there was very friendly and approachable. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.

I called to see if they had certain candles and they were really good with helping me out. I was…read moreable to get my order curbside with no problem and they wore a mask. I know quite a few people that have gone to this business of different races and everyone has nothing but good things to say. As far as their knowledge on candles, saints and other items, they were very knowledgeable. I read a review on here that said otherwise and that is really hard to believe. These are good people with over 30 years years of experience and are very good at what they do. Please take the time to visit this business and you will also be impressed with their kindness and excellent service. I am a regular.

I've been going to Botanica Victoria for a little over a year now, and it has truly become my go-to…read moreplace for anything spiritual. Whenever my energy feels off, I'll go in for a limpia (usually a couple times a year), and I always leave feeling lighter and more grounded. Victoria has read my palm before, and it was honestly so insightful and helpful. It gave me clarity and reassurance when I really needed it. She's incredibly patient, she listens, and she takes the time to explain things in a way that actually makes sense. No matter what question I come in with, she's always able to guide me or give me an answer that brings peace of mind. About a month ago was the first time I ever bought one of her baños, and the experience honestly blew me away. I usually do my own cleanses on my own, so I didn't know what to expect but after doing the New Year's Eve baño and completing the ritual, I felt such a strong and positive energy shift. It was incredible. Within an hour or two of doing the first part, it genuinely felt like something lifted off my spirit and something within me shifted in the best way. It was instant, grounding, and deeply healing. She also makes candles for just about any occasion, which is such a thoughtful and comforting touch. Her products are amazing, and you can really feel the intention behind everything she offers. The shop is run by Victoria and her grandson, and it's always such a joy walking in and seeing them both. They're both so welcoming, knowledgeable, and kind. It truly feels like a blessing to have someone with a real spiritual gift who uses it to help others. This is hands down my favorite spiritual place, and I'm so grateful to have found it.

Beautiful, amazing place...very informative and helpful. The owner is very patient with you and…read morespiritual intuition is on point

Amazing Botanica full of all your spiritual needs. óriate Jose is extremely knowledgeable,…read morerespectful, and professional. I can't wait to come back for another consult.

From the owner: Everything for your Santeria, Ifa, Palo, and Spiritual needs. We offer readings, cleansings, spell…read morebreaking and much more. Over 25 years of experience. Se habla español

This place use to be Ricky's Botanica but it is now under new ownership. They have a great…read moreselection of candles, oils, and as the name "Siete Rayos" implies, many items for Palo. The owners were very friendly and courteous. If they do not carry an item, they are more than willing to track it down for you. Their business card states that they can help in difficult cases and that they also do cleansings for yourself, business, or home.

Very good Elegua is very nice and you see results fast in the work he does I been their 10 years…read moreago and I can say I do t regret walking in this store has all the good faith towards positive things in life

My friend and I wanted to get a tarot card reading and found this place through Apple Maps. I'll…read moreadmit I was skeptical at first and I was scared to receive a reading. However, I received a beautiful reading and will definitely plan to be back and tell my friends if they are interested in a psychic or tarot reading.

Shortly after writing this review, I called House of Hansen for Gerald and left a message. He…read morepromptly and politely called me back, notifying me that my fascia is on the way. He apologized because he said that they just had a new set of employees who needed training. Sure enough, true to his word, I received my fascia about a week later on the West Coast. It was beautiful. He replaced the drops and extended the waist length. I am always surprised by the quality when I receive things from House of Hansen. After putting it on, it fitted me like a glove. The drops look immaculate. Though this mid-west business could be slow, being that they're the only family-owned company of this kind in the entire North America (I can only imagine how many orders they do nationally and internationally), it might be about a quarter to a half year until you receive your items. However, when you do receive the item, like the prodigal son, you rejoice exuberantly. Hence, 4 stars. Five stars for quality, but deduct 1 star for the often slow response times.

I used the House of Hansen for years as my go-to store for quality bishop's apparel. They are…read morepersonable and professional in every aspect.

Comparing Myopic Books with Barnes & Noble is like comparing a Panera (if we ignore their…read moredisastrous quality recently) with a slightly rough-around-the-edges dive that makes great food and has some character! Myopic books is stuffed to the brim with gently loved books found across three floors. Sometimes, the flooring can be a little uneven, or even a piece of lumber as if from a hardware store, but it is all part of the charm. It's such a pleasure to explore the nooks and crannies of the place and see what kind of books they have. Whether for yourself, as a gift, or just to see what is out there, it makes for a fun experience! The staff is friendly, helpful, and happy to help you find what you're looking for! The space is also inviting for those who'd like to relax with a book for a bit, rather than get, buy, and leave... and they do this without having a coffee shop on-premise. Final verdict: I am working on being more of a reader. If a bookstore is to help me do so, Myopic Books may just be the one. It finds itself on many of those "Explore IL" Facebook posts, and for good reason!

Over the years, this place has truly been a sanctuary for me. Whether I was just killing time while…read moremy girl was out shopping, spending a lazy Sunday afternoon browsing through the aisles, or picking up great second-hand books of interest, it has always been my go-to spot. A timeless gem for any book lover looking to unwind!

This is a smaller botanica but it is filled with a great assortment of spiritual supplies. They…read moredon't have all of their candles on display so make sure you ask if they have a certain item in stock. I even saw a few vintage plaster statues that I haven't seen in years! For those that follow the Lucumi tradition, they have elekes, ildes and tools as well. If you need something specific, you might want to ask to see if they can get it for you. The customer service was great. Very polite and professional.

Drove 25m to find they're closed half the week . Sign outside says they're actually open Tues,…read moreThurs, Saturday til 9pm