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I ran across an old version of the Statement of Purpose for TLT from when it was first created, largely written by the members here (some of whom are still active here). While most of it is covered by our current SOP, there were two parts that could do well to be added to the existing one. They clarify who is a member here and where the line in debating is.
I'd like input as to whether these are OK with you to add as is, or whether there are any suggested changes, or if they are unnecessary.
First part:
"All those who consider themselves Liberal Catholics, in the broadest sense, are welcome to fully participate in the life and work of this forum community, including participating in debates. We also want to explicitly and especially extend an invitation to lapsed and former Catholics who have an attachment to Catholicism and view themselves as sharing some of the same values or cultural backgrounds as other members of the forum, to participate as full members."
Second part:
"Members and Non-Members
This is the congregational forum for members of Christian Forums who self-identify as "Liberal Catholics". While all catholics are able to debate in this forum, those who are anti-liberal should be aware they are visitors here.
Those who aggressively and actively reject theological liberalism are welcome for fellowship, questions and inquiries, non-debate discussion, and finally, at the discretion of the moderating team, limited congenial debate. Flamers will be removed.
It is the responsibility of any non-member posting in this forum to avoid contentious topics."
Thoughts?
I'd like input as to whether these are OK with you to add as is, or whether there are any suggested changes, or if they are unnecessary.
First part:
"All those who consider themselves Liberal Catholics, in the broadest sense, are welcome to fully participate in the life and work of this forum community, including participating in debates. We also want to explicitly and especially extend an invitation to lapsed and former Catholics who have an attachment to Catholicism and view themselves as sharing some of the same values or cultural backgrounds as other members of the forum, to participate as full members."
Second part:
"Members and Non-Members
This is the congregational forum for members of Christian Forums who self-identify as "Liberal Catholics". While all catholics are able to debate in this forum, those who are anti-liberal should be aware they are visitors here.
Those who aggressively and actively reject theological liberalism are welcome for fellowship, questions and inquiries, non-debate discussion, and finally, at the discretion of the moderating team, limited congenial debate. Flamers will be removed.
It is the responsibility of any non-member posting in this forum to avoid contentious topics."
Thoughts?