I know many, many Catholics who became disillusioned with the Catholic church, for whatever reason, and ended up attending Episcopalian services. They are close enough to be comfortably familiar and yet don't have the weight of dogma and control that the Catholic church seems to need.
I am an Episcopalian by osmosis. I had a fairly agnostic upbringing and married a disillusioned Catholic that found a home in the Episcopalian church.
Also, let me join the chorus in saying that your relationship with God is
personal. Being with a church is a source for community (hopefully), and sometimes help and resources (potentially) but ultimately the church is just a facilitator to introduce you to God.
Just noticed this:
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I think I'd be wrong to stay. So why do I feel wrong to leave?
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Because the church has been a home for you for a long time. And, even though you feel betrayed you have gained much comfort and fellowship from it in the past. Just a guess.