Is This Environment Wholesome?

[Nahum]

Originally Posted by rgcraig

Well, I didn't tell anyone -

I can understand what you are saying, but it's the risk you take posting on a public forum. You have to weigh the risks.

I guess thats the benefit of Wordshare and CAF. They are private forums so a lot of conversations stay in house. Even so, you still have to be careful.

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by freeatlast

AMEN Renda....I just posted almost the same thought..cept I did'nt say it as sweet as you did.

- lol...!

[Nahum]

Originally Posted by MissBrattified

I don't think "healthy distance" equals separate forums.

I do think that forums with anonymous members creates an equalizing effect that contributes to healthy discussions.

That balance is disrupted when someone tries to bring in some kind of leverage based on a position they hold outside the forum.

I agree with most of that.

A healthy distance may mean disaffiliating with AFF permanently though. I mean most discussions revolve around standards and politics in the UPC. Maybe its not wise for a licensed minister to ever even comment on those issues on a public forum?

[KwaiQ]

True. The Bible Talk Cafe forum I administer is open to everyone, but we also have a men in ministry forum that is closed doors. Still even in a 'secure' forum you should think about what you are posting before it hits the keyboard.

[MissBrattified]

Originally Posted by Pastor Poster

I agree with most of that.

A healthy distance may mean disaffiliating with AFF permanently though. I mean most discussions revolve around standards and politics in the UPC. Maybe its not wise for a licensed minister to ever even comment on those issues on a public forum?

I wouldn't be nearly as interested in those issues if the comments weren't balanced by both conservative and liberal POV's. I like to read the comments of both sides. I lose interest in conversations where everyone agrees.

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by Pastor Poster

I guess thats the benefit of Wordshare and CAF. They are private forums so a lot of conversations stay in house. Even so, you still have to be careful.

Don't kid yourself!!!

[MrsMcD]

Originally Posted by rgcraig

Don't kid yourself!!!

[Nahum]

Originally Posted by rgcraig

Don't kid yourself!!!

I know, but the public can't just go view it at will.

An insider has to leak the info.

Everyone has to post under their real name as well. That defuses a lot of debate.

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by Pastor Poster

I know, but the public can't just go view it at will.

An insider has to leak the info.

Everyone has to post under their real name as well. That defuses a lot of debate.

Well, you can post under your real name here and that will help defuse some debate for ya....lol!!!!

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

Originally Posted by Pastor Poster

Perhaps a healthy distance is in order?

The only way I can get further from you is to get my feet Wet!!