Returning Smile
Programs designed to reduce isolation and create fellowship through conversation, humor, meals, arts, and hospitality.
Ministry
A sacred smile is strongest given out.
The Ministry of the Returning Smile turns doctrine outward through fellowship, hospitality, teaching, original humor, and charitable works.
Laughter Archive
The Church creates and preserves original jokes and teachings as an expanding body of religious literature.
Original Talks
Celebrants and approved teachers create new talks on grief, mirth, satire, friendship, abundance, stewardship, and human connection.
Open Table
Hospitality programs and communal meals centered on welcome rather than private entertainment.
Academy
Religious education for members and the prescribed formation of ministers.
Festival Work
Seasonal worship, performance, storytelling, music, games, and fellowship conducted as Church programs.
Historical Record
Completed ministry activity
This archive records completed outward-facing religious, charitable, educational, and fellowship work. Planned projects remain plans until they occur.