i would like to suggest to anyone interested, to read the book of acts in the bible. the early church, the original followers of Christ, was not that similar to today's church. i don't have a problem with people who choose to attend a church congregation, but when it is not their choice as much as a duty or religious obligation, i think we have come away from the truth of the bible. in the early church, people met in much smaller settings and everyone was free to bring their thoughts with them - not just sit down and listen to one "inspired" person. God can speak to you or i or any person just the same, whether or not you hold a title or pastoral occupation.
i do agree with those saying that today's church has created a lot of rituals, and religious regulations- my husband and i don't attend a church building, we pray together, read the bible, edify each other, and whenever the situation allows we do this with other believers as well.
but for those who feel the church is hypocritical, i would just encourage you to think of God moreso than people- God is not hypocritical, and the true church, God's people, the body of Christ, though imperfect will be showing true signs of living for Him, not for themselves. seek out God's truth, don't base your own lifestyles or actions on others behaviors, you can only be responsible for yourself.
i don't have all the answers by any means, but i seek to learn God's truth from the word which He has given us, Jesus is the perfect example for us, read about His life, that is how we are supposed to live as well. Hope this encourages someone, if any of it seems negative, that wasn't my intention. not sure how others will read it though