Mustang, I am so sorry you had such an experience in your divorce recovery group. A friend of mine used to lead such a group and confidentiality is a must!

I have been away from the church due to bad experiences with church people. I know in my head that there is sin in the church and that I should be as cautous there as anywhere else. But my heart hurt for a long time. The church attracts the walking wounded and sinners, not only people who are perfect.

I had been looking for a small group for a couple of years and just recently found one. I ran into an old friend at church and I joined his cell group. That group split because it was getting too large and now we only have 4, which is perfect for now.

I hope you won't give up on finding a group. I didn't, and even though it took a long time, it has filled a gap in my life.