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Consent, Waiver & Declaration of Religious Belief

Informed Consent

Our sacrament, entheogenic mushrooms, contain psilocybin, a powerful psychoactive molecule that can have profound spiritual benefits, and significant effects on the body and mind.  Divine Science Society uses psilocybin mushrooms as religious sacrament, not as medical treatment or mental health therapy.  Despite the spiritual benefit, there are several contraindications that must be considered before any member consumes the sacrament.  Psilocybin mushrooms should always be consumed in a safe and controlled manner.  Some contraindications for psilocybin mushrooms include the following:

  • Mental health conditions: Individuals with a history of mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or sever anxiety or depression should avoid using the sacrament as it may exacerbate these conditions.
  • Personal or family history of psychosis:  Individuals with a personal or family history of psychosis should avoid using the sacrament as it may increase the risk of experiencing psychotic symptoms.
  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding:  The effects of psilocybin on a developing fetus or infant are unknown.  Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should avoid using the sacrament out of an abundance of caution for the wellbeing of the child.
  • Medications:  some medications, such as antidepressants and mood stabilizers, may interact with psilocybin in ways that can cause aversive side effects or reduce the effectiveness of the medication.
  • High blood pressure or heart conditions: Psilocybin can increase heart rate and blood pressure, so individuals with such conditions should use caution when consuming the sacrament.

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Release of Liability

I, by participating in the activities associated with the Divine Science Society, understand that during my participation in said activities I may be exposed to a variety of hazards and risks, foreseen or unforeseen, which are inherent in these activities. These inherent risks include, but are not limited to, the dangers of serious personal injury, sickness from ingested plants or fungi, property damage, and death (“Injuries and Damages”). I know that Injuries and Damages can occur by natural causes or activities of other persons, Church members, Church leaders, assistants or third parties, either as a result of negligence or because of other reasons. I understand that risks of such Injuries and Damages are involved in Divine Science Society activities and the sacramental use of psilocybin mushrooms, and I appreciate that I may have to exercise extra care for my own person and for others around me in the face of such hazards. In consideration for my acceptance as a participant in Divine Science Society activities, I confirm my understanding that:

  1. This Agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by law. If any provision or any part of any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or legally unenforceable for any reason, the remainder of this Agreement shall not be affected thereby and shall remain valid and fully enforceable.
  2. The consumption of mushrooms carries with it some inherent risks. Reactions to mushrooms vary, and I acknowledge that the Divine Science Society, its owners, employees, agents, and leaders, will not be held liable in the event that a negative reaction occurs. Further, I agree that the Divine Science Society, its owners, employees, agents, and leaders, are not liable for any future reactions from ingesting wild or cultivated mushrooms.
  3. I am choosing to participate in the ceremonies and consume the sacrament of my own free will.  I confirm that I can choose whether or not to participate in a free and informed manner.
  4. I am of sound mind and body to sign this release, and I am over the age of 18 years old.
  5. I have not been advised not to consume psilocybin mushrooms by a medical professional.

Despite the foregoing risks and all other risks, and TO THE FULLEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, I AGREE TO EXPRESSLY ASSUME ALL RISKS OF INJURY OR DEATH which might be associated with or arise out of my participation in any Divine Science Society activities. In consideration for being permitted to participate in these activities, I AGREE TO RELEASE AND DISCHARGE FROM ANY LEGAL LIABILITY AND AGREE NEVER TO SUE the Divine Science Society, its directors, officers, employees, agents, and leaders, and all of their successors, heirs, assigns, directors, officers, partners, investors, shareholders, members, agents, any land owners for which events take place, and employees, for injury or death resulting from my participation, regardless of the cause.  I waive my insurers’ right to make a claim against the Divine Science Society based on payments by insurers to me or on my behalf for any reason, meaning my insurers have no right of subrogation against the Divine Science Society.

I hereby agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Divine Science Society from any and all claims, actions, damages, awards, or losses, including legal fees, that it may incur or sustain as a result of, or in connection to, my participation in ceremony and consumption of sacrament

I understand that this is a continuing release of liability, and will apply whenever I participate in the activities associated with the Divine Science Society. I understand that this release will prevent me or my heirs from filing suit or making any claim for damages in the event of injury or death from my participation.

This release shall be governed by the laws of California and I hereby consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts. 

With a full understanding of this agreement, I nevertheless enter into it freely and voluntarily and agree that it is binding upon me, my heirs, assigns, my legal representatives, and the users of any sacrament originating from the Divine Science Society.

I AGREE to abide by all applicable local, state and federal laws, as applicable.

WITH ALL OF THE ABOVE FULLY UNDERSTOOD, I enter into this agreement freely and voluntarily.

I have read this document in its entirety and I freely and voluntarily assume all risks of such Injuries and Damages and notwithstanding such risks, I agree to participate in Divine Science Society activities.

By applying for membership with the Divine Science Society, I agree and consent to the foregoing Agreement.

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Declaration of Religious Belief

This document is intended as a formal Declaration of Religious Belief. I, the undersigned, do hereby acknowledge that sacramental psilocybin mushrooms are an essential and inseparable part of my religious practice. 

I do therefore declare that my consumption and cultivation of the sacrament to be a strictly religious practice afforded First Amendment protection under the Constitution of the United States of America.

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