For those not for the UPCI, what org and why?

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Although I spent most of my life in the United Pentecostal Church International I am not affiliated with any denomination. At this point in my life joining another organization is almost unthinkable. In fact, my experiences within the UPCI seared my heart to the point where I no longer have a desire to self-identify as Apostolic or Pentecostal.

I find the line of questioning in this thread interesting. Why do you want to know our affiliation?

Increasingly, Americans refuse to identify with any denomination. I empathize with their unwillingness.

The UPCI is a cult. Many posters will balk at that statement but it's true. The posters who object to that label will tout their freedoms and the manner in which their pastor differs from the stated positions of the organization. Unfortunately they do not realize that if their pastor does disagree with the bylaws of the organization he makes himself a liar by signing oaths to the contrary.

There are two choices, disagree and live a lie or come into full compliance. Either way the end result is that the movement is monolithic. Spiritual abuse is a rampant hallmark of its past and present.

I am thankful for the circumstances which led me to leave the movement. Life is much more peaceful, joyful and meaningful.