The structure is said to be like that of the Catholic church.34 At present the head of the church is David Miscavige.35 Scientologists claim their religion now involves some 3,000 churches, missions, related organizations, and groups, and allegedly more than 8 million people in 100 countries who speak 30 languages.36 In recent years the Church of Scientology has received tremendous publicity due to the growing number of Hollywood celebrities joining the church. These have included such luminaries
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