COMMUNITY GUIDELINES

Everyone is allowed to sign up and participate within the community.  We expect everyone to be treated with respect and dignity. We may not agree with everything said or done, but there will be an earnest working to keep this space in harmony. 

Be careful with toxic positive statements that diminish what others are going through. It is okay not to know what to say and at times just being present is enough. Sometimes a person who is struggling just wants to know others are there for them.

Telling the truth in love, is something that we need to practice and work on. It may be easy to revert to anger or arguing; but that gives little room for a teachable moment. If we can remember that (in most situations) everyone will have a chance to speak, then perhaps that will reduce the need to react, yell or speak over each other. If there are times where everyone cannot speak, the host and/or moderator will make note of it and allow that person to speak at a more advantageous time.

It is more important to be a peacemaker; showing love and patience than it is to refute another. However, if a host recognizes that someone is speaking matters that are unbiblical, hate or other problematic speech, they will use their authority to correct immediately. 

When the host needs to rebuke or correct - they will bring out their Bible and find Scripture to speak on; with everyone else to follow along. Everyone will receive one warning. After that, it will be a removal and instant added to the "do not enter" list. If such behavior doesn't change; then it will become "blocked status" from site entirely.

Once a peer is blocked they will be instituted with a probationary time frame.  In order to return, further clarification via email will be submitted and paperwork will be required for further review.

The objective is to keep open, honest and clear communication. Let's work together to build each other up; for this is a place of encouragement. We are working hard to equip, strengthen and share the hope of Christ!