[Faith-Talk] list questions for Linda was serving and connection

[andrew edgcumbe]

I play guitar I taken lessons for years but have played music at a couple
different churches.



On Sun, Aug 11, 2024 at 9:04 PM Ashley Bramlett via Faith-Talk <
faith-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Hi Linda,
>
> I hope you had a good day; Its Sunday after all.
> I had a nice day and talked to a few friends via zoom.
>
> Its unfortunate that we are losing Sara LaRose due to the actions of
> primarily one list member. I hope she comes back. Sarah was a helpful list
> member and I may correspond off list for now with her.
> I think the list is quieting down. Given that faith can be controversial, I
> think we have actually done a good job here of respecting each other and
> offering ideas of involvement.
> We have shared some of our life experiences in a positive way relating to
> our faith journey and involvement.
>
> I just reread a few of your recent emails and thought they were nice. I
> have
> no idea why one list member picked on you calling you judgmental and other
> things.
>
> My questions are:
> How many people are on the list?
> I see about 10 active people but there are more.
> Did you see more than five members leave? If so, I hope they come back as
> long as they are respectful.
> How many new people come on here in a span of time such as how many per
> month or two months?
> Is the archive available every day all day?
> How far is the archive going back on the nfbnet server?
>
> I also wanted to say I think you handled on list the issue with one member
> well. I do not know what you wrote off list nor do I know what he wrote
> you.
> But on here, you handled things well and with patience.
> This is commendable.
>
> Thanks.
> If I can get your email address, I'll also write off list.
>
> Ashley
>
>
> PS: I wanted to discuss music next including how many people play it and if
> they use their music talent in their church or faith community. I know some
> of that might be better for the performing arts group, but
> I don't want to be on so many lists and I also feel here is a good place as
> it's a neutral topic and a fun one too. I tried piano as a kid but never
> felt talented.  Faith and music go together IMO because it's a way to
> worship and bring reflection and God into our presence IMO.
> Another topic I want to start is discussing how to learn more about faith
> in
> an accessible way. I do not mean seminary but maybe books or short online
> courses about certain topics. I'm also going to ask my pastors about it but
> they cannot speak to accessibility.
> Just a heads up about a few topics that I hope generate helpful discussions
> here and advice for me on resources, and hope you do not think its off
> topic.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Faith-Talk <faith-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Linda
> Mentink
> via Faith-Talk
> Sent: Saturday, August 10, 2024 11:15 AM
> To: Deborah via Faith-Talk <faith-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Linda Mentink <lmentink7360 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Faith-Talk] serving and connection
>
> Hi Andrew,
>
> Please allow me to make some observations and suggestions here.
>
> One thing is that you are going a lot by your feelings. Feelings change and
> are not reliable because they center on you. You are centering on you. It's
> all about you. That's not good, and I'm guessing that people sense that in
> you.
>
> Others here have suggested that you reach out to blindness organizations in
> Canada, and Joy has given you information. We've suggested that to you here
> before, and you always have some excuse or other. As long as you make
> excuses, you won't get anywhere.
>
> You must take it to the Lord in prayer and ask Him to help you be more
> confident in yourself and in the gifts He's given you. If you don't know
> what those gifts are, then take an online test to find that out.
>
> Meet with the church leadership for the purpose of informing them about
> your
> skills and your desire to minister to others, whether that be in the actual
> church service or somewhere else in the church's ministry.
>
> Maybe you just need to move to a town or city where transportation is
> available and where there are other blind people.
>
> You come across here as a very needy individual, and your disabilities make
> that seem worse. Therefore, people do not know how to help you, and maybe
> they don't have a lot of time to devote to someone as needy as you. When
> they are too helpful, just nicely explain what you need or don't need. As
> blind people, we are always educating by what we say and how we act around
> others. If you can learn to be more articulate rather than saying "and
> stuff
> like that", that will go a long way in your figuring out a plan. As I said,
> pray and seek the Lord. Then set one small goal that is doable. That done,
> set another.
>
> I hope something we've said here will help; but nothing will if you don't
> make some changes!
>
> Blessings,
>
> Linda
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