janet
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Re:Forum for Small Reform Congregations - 2006/07/21 10:49
It is a difficult one. I was at the meeting at Leicester and it is clear that there is a wide divergence both in what communities themselves view as 'small' as well as what other interested bodies regard as 'small'. All present agreed there is far more to the issue than mere numbers of members.
Although I was not at Brian’s presentation and therefore did not hear the full discussion, I quite agree with his views on this issue.
There is no doubt that small communities have certain needs and requirements that are unique to them. But, sometimes, these may be solved by refining ideas used by other larger communities and therefore, it is quite useful also to keep up with what is around generally.
Upon reflection, especially bearing in mind the problems of defining ‘ small’, I feel Marc’s suggestion is a good way forward. Certainly, being advised of resources etc would be extremely helpful. The situation could then be reviewed in say three months and any really active forums (is that the correct plural?) be hived off.
It may also be useful to e – mail Synagogue administrators, database administrators etc about the changes, ostensibly to update them, but in reality to give them a reminder of the forum’s existence.
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