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Note that this has nothing to do with a church or religious institution. This is about spirituality and what you personal believe about a Higher Power.

Let these answers flow without judgment or censorship until the timer runs out.

I like to keep a Tarot card handy such as XIX The Sun while doing this exercise. You may wish to choose something that reminds you of your Divine.

Now compare your answers for these two exercises. How similar are your responses for these two exercises? How different are they?

Remember that the Church is (in many cases) trying to do the right thing to explain God and its views on God to many, many people.

As with bringing anything to the masses, putting it into simple terms that many can understand and relate to may result in confusion, mixed messages, and a watered-down version of the Truth. Unfortunately, the message may also be skewed for control, money, and power.

You may wish to do a forgiveness meditation based on your beliefs surrounding the Church and send your Church leaders love and understanding attempts at the hard work they are doing. A letter or note to them would also be much appreciated, even if you sent it anonymously. Just let them know that you understand

that they are doing their best. Even if you write a letter about this that you don't send, it will go a long way towards healing any hurt feelings or misunderstandings that you may still hold.