Thou shalt not tweet in anger, says church...

[Holly Goodhead]

I am not remotely interested in organised religion of any description however I did read the following article in The Times a couple of weeks ago which resonated with our online community here.  I will quote the article verbatim:

The Church of England is to issue its first set of digital commandments to combat "cynicism and abuse" on social media. 

They will be outlined today by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, in a live video message from Facebook's British headquarters.

The church has drawn up a "digital charter" reflecting five Christian values that it will push to see honoured online and ten "community guidelines", aimed at all internet users.  People will be asked to post a link on social media to say that they pledge to abide by them.

"One of [social media's] many joys is that it is immediate, interactive, conversational and open-ended," the guidance says.  "This opportunity comes with downsides if users do not apply the same common sense, kindness and sound judgement which we would use in a face-to-face encounter."

Among the commandments are:

- Speak to others online as you would speak to them in person and treat them as you would want them to treat you.

- Remember that your posts can remain online for ever and you can be held accountable for them.

- Be aware of child safety when posting online.

- Give credit if citing or sharing others' work.

The church said that the rules were "a resource for Christians, people of other faiths and people of no faith".  The archbishop said "Sociaal media has transformed the way we live our lives...Each time we interact online we have the opportunity either to add to currents of cynicism or abuse or to choose instead to share light and grace".  The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu said: "We are saying that the church wishes to be present in the digital sphere and be the same force for social cohesion which it strives to be in the real world."

Archbishop Welby will take part today in a live Q&A with Nicola Mendelshon the head of Facebook in Europe and the Middle East.

[Mr Gray]

I am not remotely interested in organised religion of any description however I did read the following article in The Times a couple of weeks ago which resonated with our online community here.  I will quote the article verbatim:

The Church of England is to issue its first set of digital commandments to combat "cynicism and abuse" on social media. 

They will be outlined today by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, in a live video message from Facebook's British headquarters.

The church has drawn up a "digital charter" reflecting five Christian values that it will push to see honoured online and ten "community guidelines", aimed at all internet users.  People will be asked to post a link on social media to say that they pledge to abide by them.

"One of [social media's] many joys is that it is immediate, interactive, conversational and open-ended," the guidance says.  "This opportunity comes with downsides if users do not apply the same common sense, kindness and sound judgement which we would use in a face-to-face encounter."

Among the commandments are:

- Speak to others online as you would speak to them in person and treat them as you would want them to treat you.

- Remember that your posts can remain online for ever and you can be held accountable for them.

- Be aware of child safety when posting online.

- Give credit if citing or sharing others' work.

The church said that the rules were "a resource for Christians, people of other faiths and people of no faith".  The archbishop said "Sociaal media has transformed the way we live our lives...Each time we interact online we have the opportunity either to add to currents of cynicism or abuse or to choose instead to share light and grace".  The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu said: "We are saying that the church wishes to be present in the digital sphere and be the same force for social cohesion which it strives to be in the real world."

Archbishop Welby will take part today in a live Q&A with Nicola Mendelshon the head of Facebook in Europe and the Middle East.

I think on this occasion the church talks a lot of sense

[G-Unit]

This Forum has rules which should ensure good behaviour but some people still seem unable to treat others with respect. By their points shall ye know them.

[Robittybob1]

I think on this occasion the church talks a lot of sense

They should also declare it is a sin to post on forums while inebriated.

[Miss Taken Identity]

I am not remotely interested in organised religion of any description however I did read the following article in The Times a couple of weeks ago which resonated with our online community here.  I will quote the article verbatim:

The Church of England is to issue its first set of digital commandments to combat "cynicism and abuse" on social media. 

They will be outlined today by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, in a live video message from Facebook's British headquarters.

The church has drawn up a "digital charter" reflecting five Christian values that it will push to see honoured online and ten "community guidelines", aimed at all internet users.  People will be asked to post a link on social media to say that they pledge to abide by them.

"One of [social media's] many joys is that it is immediate, interactive, conversational and open-ended," the guidance says.  "This opportunity comes with downsides if users do not apply the same common sense, kindness and sound judgement which we would use in a face-to-face encounter."

Among the commandments are:

- Speak to others online as you would speak to them in person and treat them as you would want them to treat you.

- Remember that your posts can remain online for ever and you can be held accountable for them.

- Be aware of child safety when posting online.

- Give credit if citing or sharing others' work.

The church said that the rules were "a resource for Christians, people of other faiths and people of no faith".  The archbishop said "Sociaal media has transformed the way we live our lives...Each time we interact online we have the opportunity either to add to currents of cynicism or abuse or to choose instead to share light and grace".  The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu said: "We are saying that the church wishes to be present in the digital sphere and be the same force for social cohesion which it strives to be in the real world."

Archbishop Welby will take part today in a live Q&A with Nicola Mendelshon the head of Facebook in Europe and the Middle East.

No burning bush messages from God on samsUng/apple tablets?

I liked the last one:Give credit if citing or sharing others' work.  Are they claiming it was  the Church of England who thought these safety measure up or perhaps it was an IT professional body who has been saying this for years as online etiquette, or corporate governance policies in place for years?

To the church onwards and upwards!!

[Robittybob1]

No burning bush messages from God on samsUng/apple tablets?

I liked the last one:Give credit if citing or sharing others' work.  Are they claiming it was  the Church of England who thought these safety measure up or perhaps it was an IT professional body who has been saying this for years as online etiquette, or corporate governance policies in place for years?

To the church onwards and upwards!!

It is a matter of getting people t comply.   Tie it in with spending eternity either in Heaven or Hell for a typo on social media, Thy will be done.

[Holly Goodhead]

No burning bush messages from God on samsUng/apple tablets?

I liked the last one:Give credit if citing or sharing others' work.  Are they claiming it was  the Church of England who thought these safety measure up or perhaps it was an IT professional body who has been saying this for years as online etiquette, or corporate governance policies in place for years?

To the church onwards and upwards!!

No doubt the church has an army of advisers and consultants internally and externally.

[Holly Goodhead]

I've edited a few posts this morning.

I need to make it clear going forward I expect everyone to take on board the above.  Anyone who repeatedly makes personal comments that I consider likely to disrupt the smooth running of the forum will start to earn points with the potential for a permanent ban. 

[Miss Taken Identity]

I've edited a few posts this morning.

I need to make it clear going forward I expect everyone to take on board the above.  Anyone who repeatedly makes personal comments that I consider likely to disrupt the smooth running of the forum will start to earn points with the potential for a permanent ban.

Glad to hear that. I am praying it will be applied across the forum.

I know a healthy debate - it is ok to challenge the post written by the poster- not the poster. I will continue on that vain. I do not care If I get a ban for that.


The church can make no such claim-  it was a professional body (USA)who wrote IT etiquette when the web was in it's infancy- not the church of England!  This forum has been running longer than the Archbishops claims and the rules are very clear! 

BTW this has nothing to do with MBM and her disappearance.

[jassi]

I've edited a few posts this morning.

I need to make it clear going forward I expect everyone to take on board the above.  Anyone who repeatedly makes personal comments that I consider likely to disrupt the smooth running of the forum will start to earn points with the potential for a permanent ban.

Has anyone ever had a permanent ban in the history of this forum?

Several people who have been banned seem to turn up again after a while, like a bad penny.

[Holly Goodhead]

Glad to hear that. I am praying it will be applied across the forum.

I know a healthy debate - it is ok to challenge the post written by the poster- not the poster. I will continue on that vain. I do not care If I get a ban for that.


The church can make no such claim-  it was a professional body (USA)who wrote IT etiquette when the web was in it's infancy- not the church of England!  This forum has been running longer than the Archbishops claims and the rules are very clear! 

BTW this has nothing to do with MBM and her disappearance.

Yes it will be applied across the forum. 

The above just sets out what to most will be a common sense approach to online communication.

This thread was started to communicate and manage interpersonal communications regarding this particular board which is currently the most active by member and post count. 

[Mr Gray]

They should also declare it is a sin to post on forums while inebriated.

I think the church has enough stupid rules without bring in another one

[Mr Gray]

I've edited a few posts this morning.

I need to make it clear going forward I expect everyone to take on board the above.  Anyone who repeatedly makes personal comments that I consider likely to disrupt the smooth running of the forum will start to earn points with the potential for a permanent ban.

Interesting...I'm at work at the moment..yet  a mod has accused me of being drunk several times...mods should lead by example

[Holly Goodhead]

Has anyone ever had a permanent ban in the history of this forum?

Yes and to the best of my knowledge I do not believe the individuals concerned have returned.

Several people who have been banned seem to turn up again after a while, like a bad penny.

A ban is obviously a last resort but a necessary tool for managing a forum.  If such action is taken then we will endeavor to maintain the ban if appropriate.

[Robittybob1]

Interesting...I'm at work at the moment..yet  a mod has accused me of being drunk several times...mods should lead by example

There is the 13th Commandment:   "Thou shalt not make false claims against other forum members."