Meeting Aesclepius

This weeks meditation exercise was different for me because previously we were able to read exactly what to expect in our book before listening, this week I had no idea what I was to expect.  Again, I have mixed feelings about "Meeting Aesclepius".  The guide said for us to think of someone whom we respect and believe has great knowledge etc. dead or alive. I kept going back and forth between my grandfather that has passed away and my father who I greatly respect and is still alive.  I understand where they were going with this exercise but it felt awkward.  It sounds good to feel as if you can take these attributes of this person whom you believe is wise and admire and respect and transend them all within your inner self.  The guide told us to "fully become this wise person". I just think this meditation exercise will take many times of practicing to maybe be able to respond the way they want us to. The only thing that really bothered me was when the guide said," It is now time to know the healing God Aesclepius.....". I'm sorry but that made me uncomfortable.  I only believe in one God and his name is not Aesclepius.
Kristine G.