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Your Opinions (battle_creek_enquirer) April 10, 2006

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Do research before deciding on 'church'

I have been watching, with interest and trepidation, as the "Church" of Scientology has moved into our community. They have purchased several properties, shown up at community events offering free "stress tests," and given away free literature.

I became interested in the group after receiving a letter at my local church from the former mayor of Clearwater, Fla., outlining the history and tactics of Scientologists in his city.

I have since done some research on the "church" and feel a need to pass on some sources of information to my community.

Before you are taken in by the smiling, probably well-meaning, good-hearted local members, take a look at what the real deal is:

*Time Magazine, May 1991, "Scientology - Cult of Greed and Power - Ruined lives. Lost fortunes. Federal Crimes. Scientology poses as a religion but really is a ruthless global scam - and aiming for the mainstream." (Also read about how the author of this article was harassed.)

*Christianity Today, September 2000, "Building Scientopolis - How Scientology remade Clearwater, Florida, and what local Christians learned in the process."

*Rolling Stone, February 2006, "Inside Scientology - Unlocking the complex code of America's most mysterious religion." This is just a sample of what's out there. I don't pass on this info lightly, as Scientology has a reputation of harassment of those who speak against them. So be it. I'm all for an exchange of ideas and religious freedom, but not content to sit back and say nothing while good people seeking something better are taken in.

Deborah Riska [Battle Creek]

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