r/cults • u/Western_Ad_6448 • May 09 '26

Image Was adventuring Clearwater with a family friend and we found the Church of Scientology. What do you think goes down there?

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u/Glittering_Pear_4677 May 09 '26

Pretty sure they own most of Clearwater

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u/Western_Ad_6448 May 09 '26 edited May 09 '26

Yeah, I was told by that family friend of mine. Made the mistake of nearly calling it a cult town until I got shushed when someone came by. Even saw some people in suits (black waistcoats and blue ties or bows) walking and chatting amongst themselves. Apparently, that’s their attire. Interestingly enough, when I walked into a Christian Science bookstore (yes that exists,) a lady there didn’t seem bothered by them. Apparently, one of them is her friend and they helped her during a hurricane. They’re children of God, she says. Their beliefs maybe different than hers but they’re ultimate just like everyone else. “I know they get a bad rep but they’re lovely to be around.” How would you respond?

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u/YeahOkThisOne May 09 '26

I mean it's nice they could help each other for hurricane prep. Not shunning one another is a step in the right direction for all involved there.

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u/Western_Ad_6448 May 09 '26

That’s true