I continue to believe that the independent entity/conscious...

I continue to believe that the independent entity/conscious self-aware intelligence, spirit of Christ always existed before He became the flesh known as Jesus.
Yet I am on your side regarding some of RC teachings.
RC is a man-made denomination/religion that besides the Bible also rely on man-made traditions, magesterium for it's teachings/doctrine.
Many of the believers are in themselves wonderful people who help humanity as do many other religions.