Bechtler Museum Outing, Charlotte Cafe Wednesdays in Summer, Parking/Bus report by Durward

Durward, our Social Chair, announced an outing Sunday May 29 (changed from May 22); Details: (1) we will ride a bus driven by Jim H and a van by Durward to the (2) Bechtler Museum (of modern and contemporary art), (3) leaving the church parking lot at 11:00 (changed from 11:30), (4) dropped off at front door for Lunch at new Mint Museum Uptown, tour, return to parking lot we leave from and at Queens by 3:30p.m (Changed from 3:00). (5) Restaurant at new Mint Museum Uptown is rated one of top 10 in Charlotte (6) Meal cost depends on choices but "reasonable" with local foods (7) 22 slots, call or email Durward asap (Changed from "sign up Sunday"). Costs of the Bechtler Museum Tour already have been "covered" per Durward.

Durward reported we will have dinner outings in June, July, and August.
Details: (1) Charlotte Cafe at 6 p.m. (2) Second Wednesday of each month, 93) Sign up later.

Durward also encouraged us to consider each Sunday parking at Myers Park Traditional School at 2132 Radcliffe Ave

and riding bus to church; checking to see if continues after Easter. A reminder that the Class Picnic for April 30 has been canceled

20110428 Helping Hands Committee.application

-------- Original Message --------

Subject:	Emailing: Copy of helping hands app-vet fund.pdf
Date:	Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:52:49 -0400
From:	DOUGLAS , CAROL
To:	Tom and Judy Stinson, Cal Chesson, Ellen Chason , Willard Gourley, Don Redding, Jack Copelan, Carol will tell Don Hammer

Greetings to the Ownbey Helping Hands Committee. Attached in an application for a grant from our Helping Hands Fund. It is to help build the scholarship at CPCC for returning veterans. Tom Stinson has asked that you call him to discuss the application 704-.....We hope to process the application enough to present it to the class on Sunday. Thank you, Carol Douglas The message is ready to be sent with the following file or link attachments:
Copy of helping hands link will be here soon

20110425 upcoming Ownbey events by Reatha

Date:Mon, 25 Apr 2011 20:36:46 EDT From:Reatha Andrew To:Class
Dear Ownbey Family,
1. Hope each of you had a glorious Easter!
2. Did you see the article in Sunday's OBSERVER about Jimmy Jones and his recent family tragedy? Despite all that has happened, Jimmy said: "In the end, there is hope."
3. In case you haven't been in class the past two Sundays or have not been reading the class blog which Don R. so lovingly keeps updated, you might not know: our planned picnic scheduled for this coming Saturday (Apr. 30th) has been CANCELED.
4. However, our NEXT planned event, a trip uptown to the Bechtler, is still "on." Our Planner-Extraordinaire, Durward Owen, has outdone himself on this one! Here's the plan: we'll leave the PLB parking lot after Sunday school (c.11am - so go to "early church") via church minibus (and Durward's van) and go to the Bechtler -- admission fee has already been paid -- for a guided tour. Then we'll get lunch there -- your only cost; choose from their menu (which Durward will post this Sunday). We should return to the church around 3:30. BTW: there is elevator access between floors.We changed the leave time b/c Durward's orig 11:30 would be a long wait after SS ends... He and I debated as to whether folks would like to go home and change clothes, but then you run the risk (even at 11:30) of someone getting caught in traffic (or something) and not getting back in time. The change from 3:00 to 3:30 ... Since I wasn't sure of the time folks might take in looking around, I went w/the later time. After some back-n-forth about the date, we have decided on SUNDAY, MAY 29th. [yes, we know that that is Memorial Day weekend, but on Sunday the 22d, the musical production (IT'S SHOWTIME!) combining ALL the church choirs, will be presented) -- several of us in Ownbey will be involved in that]
5. So, please, either call Durward or email him ASAP to let him know of your availability in attending our outing on the 29th. [if we have a large turn-out, we'll need to use two church minibuses -- both Jim and I are authorized drivers]
Thanks so much,Reatha - Mon - 8:30pm
P>S>> And mark your calendars now for our summer plans:
we're going back to the CHARLOTTE CAFE` -- each 2d Wednesday during June, July, August -- 6pm.

20110425 Ownbey Class Curriculum Survey (Blank Form)

Ownbey Class Curriculum Survey April 23, 2011
given out by Don Hammer who asked that we consider for next Sunday

Do you Prefer single-session Topics?
or Topics that take multiple Sessions to complete?

Think about these topic categories

Current Events/Issues
Examples:
Peace Building
Israel-Palestine
Biblical Analysis
Example:
Ace's Lessons on Paul
Our Study of Philippians
Mission Field
Examples:
Projects in USA
Projects in Africa, etc
Current Religious Books
Examples:
Writing of Peter Gomes
Leighton Ford
Marcus Borg
Church History
Examples:
Methodism/the Wesleys
Protestantism
Theology:
Examples:
The Trinity
Sacraments
Other -Another Topic of you choosing

Your Comments:

20110425 and 20031029 Ownbey Class Curriculum Surveys

2011 Survey:
http://donsinstructions.blogspot.com/2011/04/ownbey-class-curriculum-survey.html

2003 Survey
http://ownbeyss.blogspot.com/2003/10/20031029-questionnaire-curriculum.html

(this moved from 1/1/2011 to 4/2011 on 11/14/2011)

20110424 Easter Services with Readings by Reatha

THIS IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Class Notes: (I asked Reatha, Durward, and Jack to help edit but would appreciate help from others too, thanks)
In Ownbey Sunday School, Jack presided. He asked that something from Ken G be put on Bulletin Board (Jack, please tell me what it was and I will edit this). Jack thanked Bob and Reatha for help with our music. Durward announced an outing Sunday May 29(changed); Details: (1) we will ride a bus driven by Jim H and a van by Durward to the (2) Bechtler Museum (of modern and contemporary art)

, (3) leaving the church parking lot at 11:00(changed), (4) dropped off at front door for Lunch at new Mint Museum Uptown, tour, return to parking lot we leave from and at Queens by 3:30p.m (Changed). (5) Restaurant at new Mint Museum Uptown is rated one of top 10 in Charlotte (6) Meal cost depends on choices but "reasonable" with local foods (7) 22 slots, sign up next Sunday May 01. Durward reported we will have dinner outings in June, July, and August. Details: (1) Charlotte Cafe at 6 p.m. (2) Second Wednesday of each month, 93) Sign up later. Durward also encouraged us to consider each Sunday parking at Myers Park Traditional School at 2132 Radcliffe Ave

and riding bus to church; checking to see if continues after Easter. A reminder that the Class Picnic for April 30 has been canceled. Reatha noted we need to arrange that the chairs not be placed along the wall in front of the bulletin board. She reported Happiness in that her sister Claire, daughter Amanda, and Amanda's husband John were visiting. Reatha then presented the class in the form of Easter Readings. Don Hammer gave out an Ownbey Class Curriculum Survey and asked us to review for later discussion. Sydnor mentioned today is Harriette's last day singing with the choirs. Recently three people earned money for Helping Hands by taking Computer Courses at Southminister. Also, Carol D suggested I share with the class the following computer class info:

Speaking of computers, here is a link to 101 Email Etiquette Tips

Click either Black arrow to start audio of class (Refresh before trying another)

https://www.donredding.com/audio/20110424reatha.mp3

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Class Notes: UNDER CONSTRUCTION 2:30 pm - (I ask Reatha and Jack to help edit but would appreciate help from others too, thanks)
don 5/24/2011

20110428 Official Roster, Directory, and Marking Sheet from Church Office for Ownbey Sunday School Class

Subject:Official Roster, Directory, and Marking Sheet from Church Office for Ownbey Sunday School Class

Hi folks.

In Short:
I would like to share a change in how we have been doing our Roster, Roll, and Class Directory. I have been doing an Attendance Roll Sheet, Roster, and Directory by using data from the members and Church Office. At times I printed copies and recently I formatted it to put much on the Internet (with a password). I have done this for 16 years and, with the wonders of current technology, realize that the Church Office is set up to do preparation for our use of the info better and more efficiently.
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Christine Mull has provided copies of the "Official" records of Ownbey Membership in a format we can use to replace the work I have been doing. As you probably know, Christine is Barbara Barden's right hand . . and has been a joy for me to work with through the years. Thanks Christine. more . . . .

More at . . Official Roster, Directory, and Marking Sheet from Church Office for Ownbey Sunday School Class

or

http://ownbeyss.blogspot.com/p/roster.html

20110424 Ownbey Final Attendance Report 1997 through 4/24/2011

Hi Folks

Ownbey Final Attendance Report 1997 through 4/24/2011

In Short:
As you may know I have been keeping detailed Ownbey attendance totals since 1997 and I find it is time to end that effort. A Final Set is on line (Click Here) and attached and eventually in the postal mail to you. Please feel to let me have any final corrections, and I will make them.
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One of the main reasons I did these reports was to have information for follow up - especially by officers, friends, or a designated person - with members who slip through the cracks and stop attending. Also to let the missing know we are thinking of them. I am sure you heard my story when I was going through my divorce around 1976 when I missed a lot and no one checked in with me, except Sydnor Thomson who got me back. That prompted me to try not to let it happen to others. A related purpose was tracking the class progress in numbers through the years. We know class assignments are based on attendance figures, as the Fellowship Class found this year.

The church office can provide us with an Attendance Roll now called a Marking Sheet, a Directory, and Roster Information better and more efficiently than I can do it (Click here for that info). Realizing that, I am going to pass on reformatting into Excel sheets and think this is a good time to stop.

Below are direct links to the latest tabulations. There are links on the Blog. I am attaching a set to this email. I sent copies to Officers and Chairs by postal mail Thursday or Friday. To save money I did not use color. Also the one I sent by postal mail will be two to a page and small. If you need a larger printed copy, please let me know and I will get you one. I sent by postal mail printed copies in case you are unable to get to the links.

Below are the links.
username is ownbey and password is socrates, all small letters

Please let me have any corrections needed.
thanks
don
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user name is ownbey and password is socrates, all small letters
You may or direct to the "Attendance" posting, click on
http://ownbeyss.blogspot.com/p/attendance.html
or use:
Attendance by Sunday in 2011
Attendance 1997 through 2011 - Ownbey - Alpha and Number sort on one page
Attendance 1997 through 2011 - Ownbey - Alpha Listing
Attendance 1997 through 2011 - Ownbey - Number Listing
Also, click on the "Attendance" link, on the Blog, as one of the 10 Menu items at the top of the Blog page
http://ownbeyss.blogspot.com/
A copy of this or a similar email is on line click here
http://ownbeyss.blogspot.com/p/attendance.html

20110420 Adults Plus with Mary, Mother of Jesus

We had a wonderful visit today from Mary, Mother of Jesus. We missed our leader, Dick Jenkins, who was ill today and trust he will be back with us soon. I can't believe the rest of you guys missed it.

Click Black arrow to start 25 minute audio of Mary's conversation (Two audio readers I am testing, let me know if top or bottom is better, refresh screen before switching)

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20110417_Sunday Morning_Don Hammer covers Peace at Ownbey

Ownbey Class in Session:

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Class Notes:
Jack presided. Class confirmed want to meet next week, Easter. Reatha will do readings. Reatha reported Laura Witherington progressing well after February gall bladder surgery, and Joyce said she was back like her old self. Lou shared an invitation from Dottie Caudell to attend Adults Plus Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. when Jan Rosser will do a monologue on Mary the Mother of Jesus. Stay for $5 lunch if call to reserve. Durward noted the 4/30/11 picnic is canceled not have enough people; based on raised hand vote, seems people do not care to cook to bring food. Hold open Sunday May 29 at 11:30 a.m for surprise bus ride and outing. Details soon. A member suggested we all use the mike to make hearing easier for all. Don noted he recorded sessions and mike helps; also reminded that Blog many days has info about or for Ownbey including recently some surprising news from the Administrative Board. Let Don know if need to remove any pictures, recordings, or info. Don Hammer lead a discussion of Peace

Curriculum Committee met April 12 at 7 p.m. with 4 people, consequently schedule has a many "TBA." We know: Apr 24th (Easter) -- Readings by Reatha. May 22d -- book: PRAYING IN COLOR, DRAWING A NEW PATH TO GOD, by Sybil MacBeth, led by Reatha Andrew. May 29th -- topic: TBA, led by Chick Thompson. July 3d -- POETRY lesson, led by Bob Lumadue and Don Hammer
Class Notes: UNDER CONSTRUCTION 2:30 pm - (I asked Reatha and Jack to help edit but would appreciate help from others too, thanks)

2011.04.15 The King's Bible at Queens

King George VI (formerly Duke of York) became king of the United Kingdom when his brother Edward VII abdicated the throne to marry twice divorced American socialite Wallace Simpson.
The story begins in 1950, 14 years into his reign as king, and is the same monarch whose fight to overcome his stammering problem is the subject of the movie “The King’s Speech”.
It was during this time, when Queens College was preparing to dedicate the newly constructed Belk Chapel, that Miss Rena Harrell the school librarian came up with the idea to invite King George to donate a bible that could be used in the pulpit of Belk Chapel. Miss Harrell an enthusiastic Anglophile was crazy about all things British, including the Royal Family.
The king, known to be a religious man, . . .more at Smugmug, click on picture below . .

Lessons April 17 through July 4, 2011

Our Curric Council met TUE APR 12th -- well... we TRIED to meet, but many folks had conflicts, so only four of us were in attendance (including Barbara Barden). Therefore, many lessons are TBA for both topic and teacher. Will keep updating info as I receive it.-ra
Apr 3d -- Lectionary Series: RESTORED (Ps.23), led by Reatha Andrew
Apr 10th -- book: OUT OF MY LIFE AND THOUGHT, by Albert Schweitzer, led by Sydnor Thompson
Apr 17th (Palm Sunday) -- topic: TBA, led by Don Hammer
Apr 24th (Easter) -- Seasonal Readings, led by Reatha Andrew
May 1st -- ???
May 8th (Mother's Day) -- ???
May 15th -- ???
May 22d -- book: PRAYING IN COLOR, DRAWING A NEW PATH TO GOD, by Sybil MacBeth, led by Reatha Andrew
May 29th -- topic: TBA, led by Chick Thompson
June 5th -- ???
June 12th -- ???
June 19th (Father's Day) -- ???
June 26th -- ???
July 3d -- our annual POETRY lesson, led by Bob Lumadue and Don Hammer

20110411 Administrative Board

Several Ownbey members of the Board were present and perhaps will elaborate Sunday.

Subjects: Hymn in honor of Cissy and Doris, Harris Teeter building/parking lot, bikers' parking, application for 2013 sabbatical for Senior Minister, summer intern, budget, and attendance results

We will have representatives at a government hearing on the Harris Teeter building as it is going to be high and block the view of our church some; also, H T asked about letting employees park in our lots. We were reminded of the generosity of the owners of the land in letting us park there for years without formal agreements making it hard for us to object to anything. Several community groups are objecting.

A recent incident when a policeman encouraged bikers to leave our parking lot was mentioned as an example of that continuing issue.

Application will be made to Lilly Company for $50,000 grant for our minister to study theology and music in Europe with concentration on Chopin. MPUMC would receive $15,000. The application is for 2013 (may-June) when James' children will be out of High School. Whereas the Lilly Company hopes the minister will remain at the sponsoring church a year after; it was noted the Methodist Church policy on moving ministers cannot assure that.

The financial condition was discussed with a couple of million dollars in the Bank and pledges up, collections up, and expenses down.
-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Hey Don, Ken Garfield here....Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:28:03 -0400 From: Garfield, Ken To: donRedding
A quick heads up that the Administrative Board meets tonight at 7 p.m., it’s been in the Sunday bulletins and on the web site, inviting all members to come and listen and ask questions, I know you are interested in this aspect of church life, so I thought I’d give you a personal heads up….Ken

20110410 Sydnor teaches ss Albert Schweitzer followed by pot luck

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Class Notes:
Stephen Ministers encouraging new members in lobby and hallways this month and other ways. Jack presided and said he doing well after shoulder surgery. OUT OF MY LIFE AND THOUGHT, by Albert Schweitzer, led by Sydnor; life changing for Sydnor. Noon Pot Luck in Jubilee Hall. More Sign Ups for Saturday 4/30/11 picnic. Linda Stephens, a guest. Wilma Miller, back after operation.

Curriculum Committee April 12 at 7 p.m., room 107. All welcome.

Reminder:

(I asked Reatha to help edit but would appreciate help from others too, thanks) UNDER CONSTRUCTION 4/10/2011 2:30 pm -

20110410 Pot Lunch Sunday at noon

A potluck lunch will be at noon Sunday, April 10, in Jubilee Hall, all are invited to bring a homemade main dish, side dish or dessert. Beverages will be provided. Dishes can be dropped off that morning at 9:30 a.m. in the kitchen behind Jubilee Hall.

20110406 MPUMC invited to: Temple Israel Welcomes Professors Michael Stone and James Tabor "Jews and Christians: Orthodoxies and our Vision of Ancient Judaism."

Last Sunday, we received an invitation for MPUMC to come to this session.

Temple Israel Welcomes

Professors Michael Stone and James Tabor

Wednesday, April 6, 2011 at 7:00pm

Professor Michael Stone teaches at Hebrew University and

Professor James Tabor teaches at UNCC.

Topic of discussion: "Jews and Christians: Orthodoxies and our Vision of Ancient Judaism."

20110327 Audio of Hymn

The 9:45 and 11:00 Sanctuary Services contained a (Click for words) new hymn commissioned by the Methodist Women at MPUMC in honor of Doris Edwards and Cissy Shull who have been the leaders in the Women's Choir for many years.AUDIO OF HYMN-click BLACK arrow to play:

END OF AUDIO.
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Here is recording added 2011/4/14 from MPUMC Web Site
https://www.mpumc.org/sermons-and-writings/special-programs.cfm?audioFile=/uploads/audio/2011_03_27_HandsHeldMary%27sChild.mp3&month=4&year=2011

and here are words:

201104xx Ownbey Class Recordings

201104xx Audio of past Ownbey Classes

Testing Two Audio Readers here with all our recordings, click small arrow, notice player at bottom of page. The player at the bottom of page is connected to the first player of each set, the second is another player. Refresh screen when they do not start quickly
(Will not work on MAC)

01 https://www.donredding.com/audio/20110420_mary.mp3

02https://www.donredding.com/audio/20110304_ss.MP3

03https://www.donredding.com/audio/20110306_ss.MP3

04https://www.donredding.com/audio/20110313_ss-Gaston.MP3

05https://www.donredding.com/audio/20110320_chick_ss_VN810028.MP3

https://www.donredding.com/audio/20110327_Louteachesreconciliation.MP3

07https://www.donredding.com/audio/20110327_VN810033_10_hands first held marys child.MP3

08https://www.donredding.com/audio/20110410Sydnor.MP3

09https://www.donredding.com/audio/20110417_ss.MP3

10https://www.donredding.com/audio/20110420_mary.mp3

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201104xx Etiquette for emails

First some links . .

Why shouldn't I forward this email asking me to "forward to everyone I know"? Every few days we get forwarded email warning us about everything from lost children to free money. They're mostly bogus and known as "Urban Legends".
How do I remove the sender's address before forwarding an email? Removing information from an email you forward is as simple as editing the message prior to hitting send. And yet, sometimes not quite that easy.
How does using BCC help reduce spam? When forwarded, an email using BCC is one way to reduce the amount of spam your recipients might get as the email is forwarded further.
Why Am I Being Labeled a Spammer? Possibly being labeled a spammer is another reason not to forward jokes and urban legends. Do it enough and your normal email may not get delivered.

Then . .

101 Email Etiquette Tips

Email Etiquette Resources | Email Etiquette Books Get A PDF Copy | NetManners.com - Home

Here is another good list
It is important that whether for business or personal use that you follow the basics of email etiquette. This document covers for you the top tips for email etiquette that everyone needs to be aware of and follow. By doing so you will be a joy to communicate with while being perceived as a caring and intelligent human being.

Sending Emails

Make sure your e-mail includes a courteous greeting and closing. Helps to make your e-mail not seem demanding or terse.
Ask if the sender would prefer not to receive such emails, especially when sent to several people and not crafted for one person. It makes it easier for them to opt out without worrying so much about hurt feelings
Make sure your e-mail indicates quickly the purpose of the email and what action is needed. Don't bury it in the body.
A copy of the previous email helps make the flow of understanding better. If previous email not attached, spell out what your comment is in response to.
Address your contact with the appropriate level of formality and make sure you spelled their name correctly.
Spell check - emails with typos are simply not taken as seriously. Avoid undue abbreviations and shorthand.
Read your email out loud to ensure the tone is that which you desire. Try to avoid relying on formatting for emphasis; rather choose the words that reflect your meaning instead. A few additions of the words "please" and "thank you" go a long way!
Be sure you are including all relevant details or information necessary to understand your request or point of view. Generalities can many times causing confusion and unnecessary back and forths.
Are you using proper sentence structure? First word capitalized with appropriate punctuation? Multiple instances of !!! or ??? are perceived as rude or condescending.
If your email is emotionally charged, walk away from the computer and wait to reply. Review the Sender's email again so that you are sure you are not reading anything into the email that simply isn't there.
If sending attachments, did you ask first when would be the best time to send? Did you check file size to make sure you don't fill the other side's inbox causing all subsequent e-mail to bounce?
Refrain from using the Reply to All feature to give your opinion to those who may not be interested. In most cases replying to the Sender alone is your best course of action.
Make one last check that the address or addresses in the To: field are those you wish to send your reply to.
Be sure your name is reflected properly in the From: field. Jane A. Doe (not jane, jane doe or JANE DOE).
Type in complete sentences. To type random phrases or cryptic thoughts does not lend to clear communication.
Never assume the intent of an email. If you are not sure -- ask so as to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings.
Just because someone doesn't ask for a response doesn't mean you ignore them. Always acknowledge emails from those you know in a timely manner.
If the sender asks you to acknowledge, do it in most cases.
Be sure the Subject: field accurately reflects the content of your email.
Remove unnecessary abbreviations in subject line such as fwd, re, etc.
Don't hesitate to say thank you, how are you, or appreciate your help!
Keep emails brief and to the point. Save long conversations for the old fashioned telephone.
Always end your emails with "Thank you," "Sincerely," "Take it easy," "Best regards" - something!

Formatting Emails

Do not type in all caps. That's yelling or reflects shouting emphasis.
If you bold your type, know you are bolding your statement and it will be taken that way by the other side - X10!
Do not use patterned backgrounds. Makes your email harder to read.
Stay away from fancy-schmancy fonts -- only the standard fonts are on all computers.
Use emoticons sparingly to ensure your tone and intent are clear.
Typing your emails in all small case gives the perception of lack of education or laziness.
Refrain from using multiple font colors in one email. It makes your email harder to view and can add to your intent being misinterpreted.
Use formatting sparingly. Instead try to rely on choosing the most accurate words possible to reflect your tone and avoid misunderstandings in the process.

Email Attachments

When sending large attachments, always "zip" or compress them before sending.
Never send large attachments without notice! Always ask what would be the best time to send them first.
Learn how to resample or resize graphics to about 600 pixels in width before attaching them to an email. This will greatly reduce download time.
Never open an attachment from someone you don't know.
Be sure your virus, adware and spyware programs are up to date and include scanning of your emails and attachments both incoming and outgoing.
It is better to spread multiple attachments over several emails rather than attaching them all to one email to avoid clogging the pipeline.
Make sure the other side has the same software as you before sending attachments or they may not be able to open your attachment. Use PDF when possible.

To, From, CC, BCc, RR, Subject:

Only use Cc: when it is important for those you Cc: to know about the contents of the email. Overuse can cause your emails to be ignored.
Don't use Return Receipt (RR) on every single email. Doing so is viewed as intrusive, annoying and can be declined by the other side anyway.
Include addresses in the To: field for those who you would like a response from.
Include addresses in the Cc: field for those who you are just FYI'ing.
Make sure your name is displayed properly in the From: field.
Remove addresses from the To:, CC; and BCc: field that don't need to see your reply.
Always include a brief Subject. No subject can get your email flagged as spam.
Think about your motives when adding addresses to To:, CC:, BCc. Use your discretion.
Never expose your friend's or contact's email address to strangers by listing them all in the To: field. Use BCc:!
Make sure when using BCc: that your intentions are proper. To send BCc: copies to others as a way of talking behind someone's back is inconsiderate.

Email Forwarding

Don't forward emails that say to do so--no matter how noble the cause may be. Most are hoaxes or hooey and may not be appreciated by those you send to.
If someone asks you to refrain from forwarding emails they have that right and you shouldn't get mad or take it personally.
When forwarding email, if you cannot take the time to type a personal comment to the person you are forwarding to--then don't bother.
Don't forward anything without editing out all the forwarding >>>>, other email addresses, headers and commentary from all the other forwarders.
If you must forward to more than one person, put your email address in the TO: field and all the others you are sending to in the BCc: field to protect their email address from being published to those they do not know. This is a serious privacy issue!
Be careful when forwarding email on political or controversial issues. The recipient may not appreciate your POV.

Email and Perception, Privacy, Copyright

Choose your email address wisely. It will determine, in part, how you are perceived.
Try not to make assumptions when it comes to email. Always ask for clarification before you react.
Posting or forwarding of private email is copyright infringement -- not to mention downright rude. You need permission from the author first!
Even though it isn't right; emails are forwarded to others. Keep this in mind when typing about emotional or controversial topics.
When there is a misunderstanding by email, don't hesitate to pick up the old fashioned telephone to work things out!
Know that how you type, and the efforts you make or don't make will indicate what is important to you and if you are an educated courteous person.
If you forward an email that turns out to be a hoax, have the maturity to send an apology follow up email to those you sent the misinformation to.
When filling out a contact form on a Web site, do so carefully and with clarity so your request is taken seriously.
If a friend puts your e-mail address in the To: field with others you do not know, ask them to no longer expose your address to strangers without your permission.

Business Email

Think of your business email as though it was on your business letterhead and you'll never go wrong!
If you cannot respond to an email promptly, at the very least email back confirming your receipt and when the sender can expect your response.
Emailing site owners about your product or service through the site form is still spam. Ask them if they want more info first!
When replying to emails always respond promptly and edit out unnecessary information from the post you are responding to.
Formality is in place as a courtesy and reflects respect. Assume the highest level of formality with new email contacts until the relationship dictates otherwise. Refrain from getting too informal too soon in your email communications.
Never send anyone an email they need to unsubscribe from when they didn't subscribe in the first place!
Be very careful how you use Reply to All and Cc: in a business environment. Doing so for CYA or to subtlety tattle can backfire and have your viewed as petty or insecure.
When replying to an email with multiple recipients noted in the To: or Cc: fields, remove the addresses of those who your reply does not apply to.
Never send business attachments outside of business hours and confirm that the format in which you can send can be opened by the other side.

IM, Blackberry

With IM and Chat, try not to be overly cryptic or your meaning can be misread.
Use Instant Messaging (IM) for casual topics or informational briefs. IM is not the place for serious topics or confrontational issues.
Start by always asking if the person you are IMing is available and if it is a good time to chat. Refrain from IMing during meetings or when your attention is required.
Practice communicating briefly and succinctly.
Use IM for casual topics or informational briefs. Serious topics are not for IM.
IMing is not an excuse to forget your grade school education.
If you are not a smooth multi-tasker, do not continue multiple IM sessions and leave folks hanging while you communicate with others.
Learn how to use the features of your IM program. Specifically your "busy" and "away" message features.
Never IM under an alias to take a peek at friends' or associates' activities.
Take into consideration who you are communicating with to determine the acronyms and emoticons that should be used - if at all.

Email and Blogs, Forums, Message Boards

Keep in mind when in newsgroups or message boards that you are in a global arena. Read the charters and rules - before you post.
When discussions get out of control; don't stoop to name-calling or profanities. You are better than that!
Keep your signature file to no more than 4-5 lines.
Keep commercialism to no more than a link at the end of your comment or contribution.
Stay on topic and discuss issues only relative to the thread/topic in question.
If new to the message board, "lurk" for awhile to get a feel for the community and personalities of the regulars before you post.
Never give out personal information or specifics to your location on message boards.
Keep in mind there will always be differences of opinion. Try to remain objective and not personalize issues.
Don't fall for trolls. Trolls are folks who will post rude comments just to get a rise out of everyone.
Be sure to down edit, or remove any part of the post you are replying to that is no longer necessary to the ongoing conversation.

Common Courtesy Considerations...

Before getting upset because you perceive someone didn't respond, check to see if their reply was inadvertently deleted or sent to your Trash or Junk folder.
With emotionally charged emails, wait until the next morning to see if you feel the same before clicking Send.
Feel free to modify the Subject: field to more accurately reflect a conversation's direction.
When it comes to your email communications, know who you can trust; trust only those you know.
Take the time to review each email before clicking Send to ensure your message is clear and you are relaying the tone that you desire.
Never use an old email to hit reply and start typing about an entirely new topic.
Regardless of how noble a forwarded email may be, don't just forward without investigating its authenticity @ Snopes.com.
Always add the email addresses of Web sites and new contacts immediately to your approved senders or address book so they get through Spam filters.
Before completing a Web site's Contact form; make an effort to review the site to be sure the information you seek is not already available.
Take a quick look at the e-mails in your Trash before you delete them just in case a good e-mail landed there by mistake.
If any email states to forward to all your friends, or just 5 people -- do everyone a favor and just hit delete!
Please keep the abbreviations to a minimum. They actually slow down the reader unfamiliar with your particular shorthand, and reflects poorly on your literary skills.
Don't mass e-mail people who didn't ask to be on your personal "mailing list".
Double check that your adware, spyware and virus programs are set to automatically update at least once each week so the software knows what to protect you from.
And finally... Type unto others as you would have them type unto you!

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20110329 Reconciliation Panel Discussion

Dr. Howell's 'Forgiveness' Program

Below, watch the recent panel discussion on race and reconciliation, available from YouTube and part of a Lenten ,YouTube focus on forgiveness.To see the earlier program in the series click Forgiveness

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Back in 2010 for a couple of weeks we had an offer of $50 for members who visited http://ownbeyss.blogspot.com/ and emailed me telling the number of visitors to the site. We had 12 winners. Honor contributions went to Helping Hands, our SS Class, the Library Fund, the Red Cross, or Haiti Relief.

Why do this? . . . to encourage you to know how to check this Blog often - and help worthy causes.

Here are the12 winners for 2010: (in alpha order)
(1) Cal and Eleanor Chesson
(2) Jack and Ann Copeland
(3) Carol Douglas
(4) Don Hammer
(5) Jim and Nancy Hatfield
(6) Bob and Anne Lumadue
(7) Wilma Miller
(8) Linda Myers
(9) Carol Needy
(10) Bill and Marie Pearce
(11) Nancy Swonger
(12) Mary Katherine Vass
and one more, remind me, I forget

Genesis Ownbey Sunday School Class (9:45 to 10:35 Sundays, Parish Life Building 110)

Ownbey Menu 11/05/16