I grew up in church .... since day one I was a member. I quit going for about 5 or 6 years throughout my REBELLIOUS teenage years. I think one reason it took me so long to go back was because I needed to find a church to suit my needs. I think that a person need not give up on going but to find somewhere that makes them happy. I love the church I go to now and it took getting married to find it.. But all in all different strokes for different folks. I know there are a lot of famous t.v. preachers out there I don't like..... you can tell they are just in it for the money......sometimes you just have to seek out a pastor that really gets the word out in a way that speaks to your heart. It is true that people judge they do it at my church too... it is a shame and it is not right... I do hope KayAnn that you can find a church you are happy in and you too Amy. I found that a good church and regularly worshiping God has totally changed my life... but that is what happens when you ask Christ in your heart