@heavenly_general@social.linux.pizza
Creating dependencies allows resource holders to make demands.
In your insinuating example, by creating a need for confession of actions within spiritual doctrine- a communities actions are thus demanded in exchange for what is being held within the doctrines outlines.
There are many, many communities out there with just as many diverse focuses. These targets are only as vulnerable as the people who populate it.
Be a smart member of your community- whatever that is- and protect yours(and others!) Personal information. Privacy is fought on all fronts, help spread the word and work together to protect your rights!