 My dearest tempters, it is with great pleasure that I pen this missive to discuss our endeavours in tempting those within the fold of the Catholic Church. We must be cunning and strategic in our approach, for the Church possesses a robust foundation of faith and truth that we must undermine. First, let us sow seeds of complacency among the faithful. Encourage them to be content with mere attendance at mass. Active authentic engagement and fervour. Distract them with worldly concerns and entice them into the trap of spiritual apathy. If we can lull them into a state of lukewarmness, their impact on the world will be greatly diminished. Next, let us manipulate their pride. Whisper in their ears that they alone possess the truth, fostering an attitude of self-righteousness and division. Encourage them to focus on external displays of piety rather than the transformation of their hearts. By fuelling their pride, we can turn their faith into a tool of condemnation. Suggest to them that their understanding is all that matters, closing off suggestions and conversation from others who question them. Give them scripture to cherry-pick and twist, using it to justify their imprudence and hate. What of the sacraments? Are the sacraments the source of divine grace? We must pervert their understanding of these sacred rites, tempt them to approach the sacraments with a casual attitude, void of reverence and genuine contrition. Encourage them to view the Eucharist as a mere symbol, stripping it of its profound significance. If we can erode their belief in the real presence, we undermine their connection to the divine. Let us also exploit their fear and guilt. Defy their sense of unworthiness, convincing them that their sins are unforgivable. Discourage them from seeking the healing sacrament of reconciliation, leading them to wallow in shame and despair. If we can sever their access to forgiveness and reconciliation, we disrupt the flow of divine mercy into their lives. Above all, let us sow discord and division within the church itself. Foster resentment between clergy and laity, magnifying any perceived flaws or shortcomings. Plant seeds of doubt in the minds of the faithful, sowing skepticism about church teachings and the authority of the Magisterium. Divide them, and they will be weakened. But beware, my comrades, for there is a force within the church that we must never underestimate. Love. Love has the power to unite, heal and transform. Our efforts will falter if the faithful embrace the radical call to love one another. Thus, we must work tirelessly to distract them from this truth, to keep them mired in selfishness, judgment and division. May our strategies be subtle and insidious, my dear tempters, for we face a formidable foe. But with diligent efforts and unwavering focus, we can undermine the influence of the church and tarnish the beacon of light it strives to be. Yours in temptation, Belcherot.