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Psychedelic Church
508(c)(1)(A) religious non-profit
Psilocybin | DMT | Cannabis | Integration

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ONLY 5 SPACES REMAINING!

Join us this October in Colorado for an immersive medicine retreat centered around healing, community, intention, and deep inner exploration.

Witness the transformation that becomes possible when we heal not only alongside nature, but alongside one another.

This is an invitation to soften, reconnect, and come home to yourself.

Spots are limited. Link in bio for full details! by @thesporefoundation

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My team & I are hosting the Stem + Spore 🍄 medicine retreat on October 23rd- 25th in Canon City, CO! Link in bio if you want to apply! Only SIX spots available. They will go quick!! Hope to see you there 😁
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#retreat #plant #medicine #colorado
#healingjourney taken in Colorado by @thesporefoundation

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Rooted & Resilient. 🌼

Like the dandelion, we rise wherever we are planted to spread the seeds of transformation.

Join us for our next SPORE Foundation sermon.
 🗓 May 1st 🕛 12PM MST
🖥️ Virtual via Zoom

Come as you are. 🌿 by @thesporefoundation

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6 months ago

Outside Journeys > Inside Journeys
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#journey #integration #mentalhealth #breathwork #micro by @thesporefoundation

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6 months ago

This one-hour introductory session is the first in our new monthly educational mini-course series. We’ll explore how meditation and natural medicines connect , and what science reveals about their overlap. Learn how these practices quiet the mind, reshape the brain, and open space for transformation.

🗓️ Monday, January 13th
🕒 7:30 PM ET
💻 Live Online via Zoom

LINK IN BIO 🍄

Whether you’re curious and just beginning or looking to deepen your practice, this is a great way to start.

#education #educational #free #offering #plants #meditation #brain by @thesporefoundation

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a year ago

A 508(c)(1)(A) is a special type of tax-exempt religious nonprofit—often called a “faith-based organization” or “faith-based church”—recognized under U.S. federal law.

✅ Key Benefits:
-First Amendment Protections: 508(c)(1)(A) organizations are granted strong religious freedom protections, allowing them to practice their spiritual or sacramental work, such as plant medicine journeys—without government interference.

-Legal Shield: While not a guarantee of immunity, the 508 structure can offer legal cover to practitioners utilizing sacred medicinal sacraments, especially in jurisdictions where these are not regulated or decriminalized.

⚠️ Limitations & Caveats:
-Not a magic legal bullet: It does not “legalize” plant medicine, but can help present a religious or spiritual defense if challenged.

-Still requires discernment: Members must be properly initiated, aligned with the church’s beliefs, and follow established safety & consent protocols.

-Works best when paired with training: Courts and legal teams take spiritual sincerity and professionalism seriously. That’s why coupling your guide training with a church affiliation adds weight and legitimacy.

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*If you are a current or past student of the @psychedelicguideinstitute : Stay tuned for our upcoming informational session!

If you are interested and want more information, visit: @psychedelicguideinstitute

#psychedelic #psychedelicguide #psychedelictraining #plantmedicine #psychedelictherapy #denver #colorado #boulder #plantmedicine #educational #breathwork #coaching #somatichealing

PGI is protected under The Spore Foundation. TSF is an established church protected nationally by the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA). All public-facing content, educational content, ceremonial services, advertisements, and outreach are compliant under these protections.

PGI and The Spore Foundation are protected in Colorado by the passing of Prop 122’s Natural Medicine Health Act (NMHA). by @thesporefoundation

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a year ago

This is becoming a cycle…

#funny #plant #natural #medicine #sendfood by @thesporefoundation

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a year ago

I’d be lying if I said this has only happened once…

#funny #humor #mushroom #hongo #psychedelicart #plantmedicine #relatable #psicodelico #ithappens #legal #natural #medicine by @thesporefoundation

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2 years ago

Stolen from @psychedelictripsitters 🍄

#humor #mushroom #plantmedicine #determination #hongo #psicodelico #funny by @thesporefoundation

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2 years ago

😂

#mushroom #gills #mycology #psychedelic #psychedelictherapy #mentalhealth #fungi #flowhood #alternative #alternativehealth #colorado #funny #meme #school #monotub taken in Denver, Colorado by @thesporefoundation

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3 years ago

It’s okay!! 🍄❤️

#psychedeliccomunity #colorado taken in Denver, Colorado by @thesporefoundation

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5 years ago

Huge shout out to Zach Kiser for holding an incredible class today!! We learned so much. And thank to all of our members that came and for Max Kenney-Lazar for providing coffee and donuts! If you missed Zach’s class and are interested in learning how to grow your own food and medicine then check out mushroomcult.net 🍄

Zach holds online and in-person classes. His in-person classes are hands on and all who attend will be able to leave with their projects. Check out his website for details or message him directly.

Thank you to each and every member of this community. You are all incredible human beings. Let’s continue to spread the love and knowledge!

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#cultivation #fungi #mycology taken in Denver, Colorado by @thesporefoundation

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