I am concerned about the Church’s affinity for the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI®) (Parish Practice, 28 June). It is inappropriate to suggest that parishes “consider holding an MBTI workshop to help resolve conflicts, work more harmoniously…”.  The MBTI enjoys currency as a screening tool; it might possess some face validity with respect to personality “types”; it appears to be particularly appealing to those focused on the spiritual domain. But while well intended, Kit Dollard’s Parish Practice recommendations regarding the use of the MBTI should be limited to those who have the professional competence to employ and interpret personality assessment instruments; this competence cannot be attained through MBTI training workshops. Fina