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Thanks, Kevin. A bit more background on the specific story (the new cell phone policy): it did come from "church on high," though through a consultation about the legal liabilities of predatory uses of cell phones, including those that can occur bet…
I think this is an interesting question, but I also think perhaps given the situation you describe that the issues are not simply about technology. If you are doing an event with a group of teens who are on a leadership team, why would you make a de…
For those interest in reviving and extending this ancient practice of direction, soul friendship, and Christ based discernment for life.
Recently I was part of a decision to implement a new cell phone policy for our diocesan youth events. Young people on our retreats are required to put their phones in sealed envelopes, which we lock up for them for the weekend. Our adult volunteers…
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- At 12:51pm on October 8, 2009,
Karen Ward said…
- Email me the posting and I can do it. As admin I'm the only person who can post on these pages
- At 2:39pm on September 30, 2009,
Karen Ward said…
- Dear Benedict,
I'm curious as to what is on your mind for conversation here?!
as we need the input of fresh voices (seminarians and postulants) in our midst.
Maybe there could be a Postlants 'Group' started here?
Also, will you be at the Diocese of Chicago Clergy Conference this Oct 18-20 at St. Mary's Seminary (Mundelein)? as I don't know if your diocese allows postulants to attend the clergy events or not.
I'm coming to do some talks at this, related to my paper 'Seizing the Episcopal Moment' which is posted on the TEC 'group' page.
if you read it, let me know what you think of it.
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