📜 Legal Standing & Organizational Transparency

“Let all things be done decently and in order.” — 1 Corinthians 14:40
(Even if we’re not a traditional church, we honor the principle.)


🌱 Where We Are Right Now

The Cannabis Church of Science and Faith is a newly forming spiritual community grounded in sacred reflection, cannabis healing, and truth-seeking. We believe in building our foundation with transparency, integrity, and love.

As of now:

  • Our founding organization, Cave News Times, is legally registered with the State of Michigan.
  • 🌿 The Cannabis Church of Science and Faith is currently in the process of official registration as a separate legal entity in the State of Michigan. Filing will be completed this week.
  • 📬 Our current mailing address:
    121 Avondale Ave, Jackson, Michigan 49203
  • 💡 We are preparing to apply for 501(c)(3) federal nonprofit status, as soon as we have the funds for the $275 IRS filing fee.

🔧 In Progress: Our Federal Nonprofit Status

We believe deeply in being a church for the people, by the people, free from corporate influence or political agenda. To protect that mission:

  • We will apply for federal tax-exempt status (501(c)(3)) under U.S. law.
  • This will allow:
    • Tax-deductible donations
    • Increased public trust
    • Expanded spiritual outreach and support

🕊️ Until then, all donations are considered gifts and are not tax-deductible.


🧭 Leadership Structure

Our church values shared wisdom and collective responsibility. We are led by a small but committed team:

NameRole
Rev. Dr. Robert AndersonFounder, Spiritual Director, Site Admin
[TBD – Spiritual Elders]Gnostic Study & Ritual Advisors (coming)
[TBD – Board Members]Will form upon formal federal application

Our aim is to build a structure that reflects spiritual equality, not hierarchy. All voices matter.


💸 Donation Policy (For Now)

We do not require or solicit donations to participate in worship, receive prayer, or access teachings.
That said, if you believe in what we’re building, and want to support:

  • 🙏 All gifts go toward:
    • State & Federal filing fees
    • Website/server costs
    • Email list and outreach tools
    • Sacred literature, course development, and livestreams

You can give securely (optional):
[Donation Portal Coming Soon]


📄 Future Documents to Be Published Here

Once available, we will publish or link to:

  • ✅ State of Michigan Incorporation Certificate
  • ✅ EIN (Employer Identification Number)
  • 📄 IRS 1023-EZ Form (pending)
  • 📊 Annual Transparency Report (beginning 2026)
  • ✝️ Spiritual Doctrine & Bylaws (public version)

💬 Questions or Requests?

We welcome questions about our formation, process, or purpose.
We are walking this path with intention—and your trust means everything.

📧 Contact: rev@cannafaith.org


🙏 Thank You for Believing

This church isn’t built with bricks—it’s built with hearts and hopes.
Thank you for walking beside us during these first sacred steps.
We’ll keep you updated every step of the way.

Transparency is not just legal—it’s spiritual. It’s how we honor each other in truth.