{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Sermon: The A in PACK-What It Means to Truly Find &quot;Acceptance&quot;","description":"What does it mean to truly belong somewhere \u2026 without losing yourself in the process? In this sermon, Dez continues the ongoing series on PACK Life by exploring the \u201cA\u201d in PACK: Acceptance, Acknowledgement, and Accountability. Together, these three ideas form a foundation for authentic spiritual community \u2026 one built not on perfection, but on honesty, growth, healing, and shared responsibility. Dez reflects on the importance of being fully seen while still being fully accepted. From difficult conversations about language, identity, and personal growth to the fear of rejection and isolation, this message dives deeply into what it means to exist authentically within a healing community. The sermon also includes major updates on the church\u2019s upcoming new space, the June 1st grand opening, new sacrament offerings, and the vision of creating a visible beacon of healing and connection in Colorado Springs. Throughout the message, Dez emphasizes that PACK Life is not about conformity or becoming \u201ca face in the crowd.\u201d Instead, it\u2019s about strengthening individuality while building meaningful communal bonds rooted in acceptance, accountability, and love. In This Sermon  Updates on the new church space and June 1st grand opening The meaning behind PACK Life Acceptance vs. blind acceptance Accountability as thoughtful participation in community Why acknowledgment is necessary for growth Healing through authentic connection Revelry vs. escapism Building \u201cthe divine us\u201d New sacrament offerings including gummies, chocolates, and cannabis blends Creating community through small shared experiences  Memorable Quotes \u201cWe revel in our existence.\u201d \u201cAcceptance is how we battle a lot of that doubt.\u201d \u201cYou exist to create. Not to lose who you are.\u201d \u201cThe divine us stands with us.\u201d \u201cYou could be the spark.\u201d \u201cCommunity happens in motion.\u201d About The Colorado Psychedelic Church The Colorado Psychedelic Church is a spiritual community centered on healing, connection, revelry, and authentic communal experience. Through sermon, sacrament, ceremony, and community support, the church seeks to help people reconnect with themselves and with one another while building meaningful spiritual momentum together. The church embraces the concept of PACK Life:  Protection Acceptance Communication Kairos  These principles guide the community\u2019s approach to healing, accountability, and shared spiritual growth. Contact &amp;amp; Connect Website: ColoradoPsychedelicChurch.com Discord: Join the community discussion and sermon conversations through the Discord link on the website. Podcast: Follow the podcast for weekly sermons, community discussions, and spiritual exploration. If this sermon resonated with you, consider leaving a review or sharing the episode. Your voice may help someone else find the healing and community they\u2019ve been searching for. ","author_name":"Colorado Psychedelic Church Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/608735","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41396675\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/41396675"}