Sermon: The Seven Psyches - The Sage & The Warden
Colorado Psychedelic Church Podcast
Release Date: 04/21/2026
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info_outlineWhat does a healthy community actually require to survive… not just in theory, but in real life?
In this message, Teopixqui Dez continues the series on The Seven Psyches… the core personality archetypes that allow any community to function, grow, and protect itself.
After introducing the Sojourner last week, this gathering expands into two more essential roles:
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The Sage — the one who listens, studies, and translates truth across many “languages” of understanding
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The Warden — the one who recognizes harm and stands against it… protecting the community from malice
Through teachings from Oracle Richard and Threadkeeper Sarah, this sermon explores how wisdom is gathered… and how that wisdom must ultimately be defended.
This isn’t just philosophy. It’s deeply practical.
What does it look like to stay open-minded in a world that rewards certainty?
What does it take to stand up when something feels wrong… even when it’s uncomfortable?
And how do these roles already live inside each of us?
Alongside these teachings, Teopixqui Dez shares updates on the church’s growth, upcoming celebrations like Bicycle Day and 4/20, and the continued evolution from a personal vision… into a living, breathing community.
This is what it looks like when a community doesn’t just talk about values…
but actively learns them, lives them, and protects them.
Streamlined Timeline
00:00 – Opening: Community in motion
Teopixqui Dez grounds the room in what’s been built over two years… a real, living community.
01:30 – Growth and expansion updates
Searching for a larger permanent space while maintaining the current location for retreats and intimacy.
03:00 – Sacrament and community announcements
Psilocybin offerings, clergy meetings, and evolving traditions within the church.
04:00 – Establishing community holidays
Bicycle Day (April 19) and 4/20 introduced as core celebrations of sacred compounds and entheogens.
04:20 – GroBros Haze Day announcement (Padre)
Details for a community-focused 4/20 gathering… honoring cannabis as sacrament.
06:00 – Cannabis as sacrament
Reframing cannabis from product to sacred tool for connection and divinity.
07:00 – The Seven Psyches series continues
Recap of the Sojourner… and invitation to engage with the evolving Book of Pac Life.
08:30 – Introduction of the Sage (Oracle Richard)
The universe speaks in many languages… science, spirituality, psychology, tradition.
09:30 – The role of the Sage
Learning across disciplines, recognizing patterns, and sharing wisdom with the community.
11:00 – Practicing the Sage in everyday life
Staying curious, embracing contradiction, and continuing to learn without rigidity.
12:00 – Closing challenge from the Sage
Step outside your comfort zone… learn from something unfamiliar.
13:10 – Introduction of the Warden (Threadkeeper Sarah)
A shift from learning… to protecting.
14:00 – Defining the Warden
The one who recognizes intentional harm and confronts it directly.
15:00 – Historical examples of Wardens
Simón Bolívar and Boudica as protectors of their people.
17:00 – The Warden within the community
Recognizing this role in leadership… and within ourselves.
18:30 – Everyday embodiment of the Warden
Standing up for others in real-life situations… even small ones.
20:00 – Anger, love, and courage
Reframing anger as protection rooted in care, not destruction.
21:30 – A call to action
Use your position, privilege, and voice to protect those around you… including yourself.
23:00 – Closing reflections (Teopixqui Dez)
These archetypes weren’t created… they were recognized. The power comes from understanding them together.
24:00 – Final community reminders
Sacrament availability, continued teachings, and invitation to explore which psyche resonates most.
How to Contact Us
To learn more about the Colorado Psychedelic Church, upcoming events, ceremonies, or to explore the Book of Pack Life, visit:
coloradopsychedelicchurch.com
You can also connect with the community through Discord for event updates, announcements, and ongoing conversation.