Things not to do: No name calling, swearing, offensive language, personal insults (debate the issue, not a person, keep focussed) or retaliation. Things to do: Treat others as you would like to be treated, stay on topic, promote positive discussion / chat / conversation. Don't use UK Christian Forums as a substitute for any kind of professional or councelling service or general advice service - if you need these, please be sure to seek professional help - don't rely on forums, personal opinions and internet interaction* * Questions and advice about things like personal matters in areas of emotional, medical and mental health are better shared with personal friends or counselling organisations, links to some of which are included here. You can also search the internet to find relevant professional organisations. A little more... We've experienced trouble on previous forums in the past where members discussing with each other have done so in a manner that is contrary to the attitude expected on the forums, and we've also had people joining who are not here for discussion / chat, but instead just want to make a point. With this in mind, and just in case there is an illusion that we are boundaryless, completely unbias (no forum is) and all encompassing...we're afraid we may not always be able to keep topics of discussion open. We would say, if you are not happy here, there are plenty of other forums to try with other people and different bias / opinions to join and you might find something elsewhere on the internet better suited to you expectations, needs and requirements rather than cause discouragement amongst the community here. The UK Christian Web main site lists some other UK based forums you can try here: https://www.christianweb.org.uk/christian-forums/ We would hope that participants in discussions would sort things out in an appropriate manor between each other and in a positive way without moderator input :) From previous experience, if the moderators need to get involved, a ban will often follow - even if warnings are issued first. Anyone can effectively join to ask their questions related to Christianity, but we will take into consideration the subject, writing style and content of posts (things like the wording of questions or discussions so as to compare with other religions, or other activity not condusive to discussion, such a promoting a particular ministry or in a 'preaching at the forum' style). Banning decisions may also be made in line with the registration agreement a member agrees to when they register on the forums. Note that we wont always issue warnings before a ban depending on the severity, speed things escalate and overall circumstances. Experience over a number of years has shown us that it is important to have guidelines in place if problems occur in the future. It is also important to have these things in place from the start because the internet brings together a diverse collection of people who may never have met face-to-face and initially, at least, probably don't know each other at all. With all this in mind, pray for the forums regularly, and we hope you enjoy the forums, and get something from them :)
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