Make Xyndicist a Religion

To:  U.S. Congress

Hello, I have a proposal for a new religion called Xyndicist, here is the information:

Basic Information
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Xyndicist is a Religion Formed by John M. Jackson. It is a religion based off Christianity and has a lot of similar beliefs; but at the same time some things are very different. Xyndicists believe Jesus is the son of God, God having become man, and the savior of humanity. Xyndicists therefore, commonly refer to Jesus as Christ or The Messiah. This religion was formed because of the fact alot of different types of Christian religions have rules and regulations that are just too strict, and this was formed in hope of making a religion where you can worship god untouched.

Although many beliefs differ from christianity, Xyndicism believes that God does exist, and Jesus was our savior. Xyndicists also believe in the Trinity, Salvation and the Apostle's creed. We also believe that there is a Heaven and a Hell, and if you die and are not put to rest, you become a spirit in the spirit world.

Beliefs
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Xyndicists believe in the Ten Commandments which are listed below:
1.You shall have no other Gods before me.
2.You shall not make wrongful use of the name of your God.
3.Remember the Sabbath and keep it holy.
4.Honor your mother and your father.
5.You shall not murder.
6.You shall not commit adultery.
7.You shall not steal
8.You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor
9.You shall not covet your neighbor's wife
10.You shall not covet anything that belongs to your neighbor



Exceptions
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Xyndicists believe that there are certain exceptions to the 10 commandments. The main exception is if one is to commit manslaughter, he/she might be forgiven by God if that person is truely sorry and prays to God about it.

Rule Variations
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Xyndicism differs from certain christian religions in many diferent ways.

The main rule variations are listed below:


1.Original rule: No gossip. Revised rule:Gossip is allowed. If the gossip really hurts a person's reputation, the person who spread the gossip should ask God for forgiveness.

2.Original rule:Give thanks before or after every meal. Revised rule: You do not need to give thanks to God for every single meal. It is only required on a big holiday meal with family (Easter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, etc.)

3.Original rule: Put to death Men and Woman who commit adultery. Revised rule: God will punish those who commit adultery, death is not right.

4.Original rule: You shall not lie. Revised rule: You shouldn't lie, but if it is really needed, it is fine. If it is a bad lie, you must ask God for forgiveness.

5.Original rule: You shall stand in the presence of the elderly. Revised rule: Standing in the presence of the elderly is NOT needed.
Original rule: You shall not utter the name of another God. Revised rule: You are allowed to speak of another God, just not allowed to worship another God.

6.Original rule: Marriage should be between a Man and a Woman. Revised rule: Marriage can be between a Woman and a Woman or a Man and a Man, as long as it makes the person happy.

7.Original rule: You must not have sex before marriage. Revised rule: Having sex before marriage is ok, as long as the two people care about each other.

8.You should NOT use Jesus' name in vain.

9.Original rule: Women are not allowed to have abortions. Revised rule: Women are allowed to have abortions, if keeping the baby just isn't possible.

Worship and Symbols
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A person does not have to go to church. In the Xyndicist religion, a person is able to talk to God directly if the person has any worrys. It is required that a person prays to God either very quietly or silent with their hands together. A person may pray to God whenever and they must start by confessing their recent sins straight to God. In the Xyndicist religion, a person does not have to confess their sins to anyone other then God.

The main symbol of the Xyndicist religion is a cross.

This religion also believes that kindness goes a long way. Kindness is a very important key to happiness. It effects others around you and should be used whenever possible, even if the person is very mean or cruel to you.

If this becomes a national religion, please inform me.

Sincerely,

The Undersigned

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