#ChSocM Tweetchat: February 7, 2012

#ChSocM Tweetchat

February 7, 2012

#ChSocM Tweetchat (2/7/12)

(02/07/2012)

  

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9:01	paulsteinbrueck:  Welcome to our weekly church and social media (#chsocm) chat. Special welcome to those joining in for the first time! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:01 paulsteinbrueck

9:02	skenow:  Howdy, everyone! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:02 skenow

9:02	PACWP:  @paulsteinbrueck I have been wanting to learn all I can about #chsocm as a spiritual director I need to learn all I can [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:02 PACWP

9:02	paulsteinbrueck:  @Denise205 It's a good thing I got a new chair for Christmas. :) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:02 paulsteinbrueck

9:02	MegLassiat:  Here for the first time #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:02 MegLassiat

9:02	MeredithGould:  #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:02 MeredithGould

9:02	PACWP:  @MegLassiat me too!!! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:02 PACWP

9:02	theologybird:  Hello and thanks to @paulsteinbrueck for moderating tonight #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:02 theologybird

9:03	paulsteinbrueck:  If this is your first tweetchat ever, please don’t get discouraged by the pace! Ask if you need help. We’re a friendly group. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:03 paulsteinbrueck

9:03	jaytheson:  @MegLassiat Welcome!!! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:03 jaytheson

9:03	paulsteinbrueck:  @MegLassiat Yea! Welcome Meg! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:03 paulsteinbrueck

9:03	MegLassiat:  @PACWP Glad to have another rookie here :-) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:03 MegLassiat

9:03	mgoins:  @PACWP @MegLassiat Welcome! Great place to learn and grow. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:03 mgoins

9:03	MegLassiat:  @jaytheson Thanks - happy to be here #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:03 MegLassiat

9:04	PACWP:  thinking about if I can still be listening to BBC 4 extra and stay on track w/ #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:04 PACWP

9:04	mgoins:  @Denise205 Good evening to you as well! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:04 mgoins

9:04	paulsteinbrueck:  @youravgpastor I had to supply my own, but it's still a sweet gig. (I hope) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:04 paulsteinbrueck

9:04	paulsteinbrueck:  We’ll get started in a minute with self-introductions, but as always, we start with prayer. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:04 paulsteinbrueck

9:05	rev_david:  High tweet volume for the next hour. Talking Church and social media on the #chsocm chat. Join us! [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:05 rev_david

9:05	paulsteinbrueck:  Almighty & merciful God, we rejoice in your abiding presence everywhere & your mercy at all times. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:05 paulsteinbrueck

9:05	JesusOfNaz316:  Wherever 2 or 3 are tweeting, I am there in the midst of them. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:05 JesusOfNaz316

9:05	PACWP:  @mgoins I really need #chsocm so excited [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:05 PACWP

9:05	PACWP:  @paulsteinbrueck amen #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:05 PACWP

9:05	mgyura:  @rev_david sounds like fun! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:05 mgyura

9:05	paulsteinbrueck:  We give thanks for this & every opportunity to share experience & inquiry anchored in faith. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:05 paulsteinbrueck

9:05	rev_david:  Amen RT @JesusOfNaz316: Wherever 2 or 3 are tweeting, I am there in the midst of them. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:05 rev_david

9:06	rev_david:  @mgyura It's a good group. Also lively. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:06 rev_david

9:06	paulsteinbrueck:  We ask your Holy Spirit to inspire tonight’s conversation & guide us as we move forward in love & service. Amen. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:06 paulsteinbrueck

9:06	skenow:  @jaytheson I'm in the Midwest - heart of God's Country - Minnesota #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:06 skenow

9:06	MeredithGould:  @paulsteinbrueck AMEN! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:06 MeredithGould

9:06	PACWP:  @skenow transplanted DC gal to Michigan #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:06 PACWP

9:07	theologybird:  RT @JesusOfNaz316: Wherever 2 or 3 are tweeting, I am there in the midst of them. // Amen and Alleluia! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:07 theologybird

9:07	paulsteinbrueck:  Next up: self-introductions. In addition to your church affiliation, please let everyone how you currently use social media. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:07 paulsteinbrueck

9:07	rev_david:  @paulsteinbrueck Amen! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:07 rev_david

9:07	11oclockscholar:  @paulsteinbrueck Amen #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:07 11oclockscholar

9:07	Denise205:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: We ask your Holy Spirit to inspire tonight’s conversation & guide us as we move forward in love & service. Amen #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:07 Denise205

9:07	skenow:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: We ask your Holy Spirit to inspire tonight’s conversation & guide us as we move forward in love & service. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:07 skenow

9:07	ECCSonline:  May it please be noted in the minutes that @ECCSonline did not interrupt the opening prayer (this week) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:07 ECCSonline

9:07	youravgpastor:  Great to see some new faces here. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:07 youravgpastor

9:08	rampracer:  @paulsteinbrueck amen #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:08 rampracer

9:08	theflagsofdawn:  Just joining the #chsocm conversation. The next #chsocmca conversation will be tomorrow at noon! [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:08 theflagsofdawn

9:08	PACWP:  @paulsteinbrueck Lansing Michigan, Spiritual Director working with moms, have two sites, one blog the other explanatory #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:08 PACWP

9:08	paulsteinbrueck:  <~~ Co-founder of OurChurchDotCom, blogger, elder & comm adviser for a CMA church in Clearwater, FL. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:08 paulsteinbrueck

9:08	rev_david:  <- Lutheran pastor in rural Texas. Occasionally teaching Social Media to other pastors & helping churches. Trouble maker. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:08 rev_david

9:08	MeredithGould:  <--author, sociologist, keen on using social media to build community, former pastoral associate. Thrilled to see this chat thriving #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:08 MeredithGould

9:08	theologybird:  Robyn, Episcopal Priest, on FB and twitter playing with podcasting sermons and blogging. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:08 theologybird

9:09	jaytheson:  My church is emergent and my social media is for business, ministry, and pleasure. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:09 jaytheson

9:09	mgoins:  PC(USA) volunteer librarian in East Tennessee. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:09 mgoins

9:09	MegLassiat:  I work for the Methodist church - with candidates for ordained ministry. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:09 MegLassiat

9:09	Wanda9haan:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Almighty & merciful God, we rejoice in your abiding presence everywhere & your mercy at all times. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:09 Wanda9haan

9:09	Wanda9haan:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: We give thanks for this & every opportunity to share experience & inquiry anchored in faith. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:09 Wanda9haan

9:09	mattlipan:  UMC pastor in #Indy, use sm daily. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:09 mattlipan

9:09	rampracer:  Blog at Wheelie catholic on issues of faith and disability, advocate and attorney. Welcome newcomers #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:09 rampracer

9:09	jaytheson:  @pinkpaddler I dig the title "digital evangelist". #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:09 jaytheson

9:09	PACWP:  <-- spiritual director since 1998, past dir. of Project Rachel, DRE of Holy Cross Michigan, social worker for CSS #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:09 PACWP

9:10	MetroMonk:  aka MikeyB, Admin @LinkingLives. Outreach pastor & aspiring church communicator. I use SM to connect w/ others..crazy huh? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:10 MetroMonk

9:10	MeredithGould:  @MetroMonk really nutty! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:10 MeredithGould

9:10	pinkpaddler:  @jaytheson me too #Chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:10 pinkpaddler

9:10	paulsteinbrueck:  We will assume tweets during this chat yours & do not represent your church or organization. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:10 paulsteinbrueck

9:10	jburno:  Pumped about participating in my first #chsocm Twitter chat tonight! Hey everyone! [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:10 jburno

9:10	11oclockscholar:  Episcopal seminarian, former ed & writer, working on sr thesis re communications & parish cmmty #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:10 11oclockscholar

9:10	skenow:  (me) Grandpa. Geek. Gardener. "Pretty good cooker". Steward of @christianwebres #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:10 skenow

9:11	Denise205:  Work for a Catholic publisher in Chicago on Web content. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:11 Denise205

9:11	PACWP:  @jburno I am a newbie too!!! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:11 PACWP

9:11	rev_david:  @jburno Welcome! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:11 rev_david

9:11	prkanderson:  #chsocm Lutheran pastor in MA. Write and blog on social media. [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:11 prkanderson

9:11	jaytheson:  @jburno Welcome, friend. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:11 jaytheson

9:11	Denise205:  @PACWP Welcome! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:11 Denise205

9:11	paulsteinbrueck:  @jburno Welcome Josh! I'm pumped to have you participating too! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:11 paulsteinbrueck

9:11	krisjclifford:  student minister, baptist, Northern VA, still deciding on how I am going to use social media #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:11 krisjclifford

9:11	rev_david:  *waves* Hello friends. Great to chat with you again! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:11 rev_david

9:11	paulsteinbrueck:  I’m going to do things a little differently than Meredith usually does… #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:11 paulsteinbrueck

9:12	PACWP:  @Denise205 so glad to be here #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:12 PACWP

9:12	Denise205:  @jburno Welcome! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:12 Denise205

9:12	paulsteinbrueck:  Instead of 2-3 broad topics, I’m going to try 6-10 more narrowly focused questions. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:12 paulsteinbrueck

9:12	ECCSonline:  @jburno Welcome. This is a very welcoming, helpful online community. Be sure to follow your favs. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:12 ECCSonline

9:12	mgyura:  <--- web dev, seminary student, trying with everything that i have to get the Church up to at least 1990 #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:12 mgyura

9:12	jaytheson:  @paulsteinbrueck I'm outta here! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:12 jaytheson

9:12	tomlaing:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Instead of 2-3 broad topics, I’m going to try 6-10 more narrowly focused questions. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:12 tomlaing

9:12	MeredithGould:  @paulsteinbrueck Do I hear the crowd murmuring, "thanks be to GOD"?? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:12 MeredithGould

9:12	mattlipan:  good mix here #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:12 mattlipan

9:13	jburno:  @Denise205 Thanks! You here often? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:13 jburno

9:13	skenow:  Q: before we start - is church affiliation a defining characteristic? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:13 skenow

9:13	rev_david:  @jburno Don't forget to add the #chsocm hashtag to your tweets. If you use http://tweetchat.com, it will add it automatically. [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:13 rev_david

9:13	paulsteinbrueck:  Tonight's theme is on love and making the most of the opportunity to address love during the Valentine's holiday. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:13 paulsteinbrueck

9:13	jaytheson:  @mgyura That made me laugh. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:13 jaytheson

9:13	Denise205:  @paulsteinbrueck Looking forward to seeing what you have in store for us! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:13 Denise205

9:13	jburno:  @ECCSonline Thanks! I definitely will. Already gotten to know a couple people. Very cool! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:13 jburno

9:13	MeredithGould:  @skenow No, but it's interesting data. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:13 MeredithGould

9:13	MeredithGould:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Tonight's theme is on love & making the most of the opportunity to address love during the Valentine's holiday. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:13 MeredithGould

9:13	jaytheson:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Tonights theme is on love and making the most of the opportunity to address love during the Valentines holiday. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:13 jaytheson

9:14	rev_david:  @skenow No, just helpful information as we talk together. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:14 rev_david

9:14	youravgpastor:  A Joe Smith, an ELCA guy working with the tools of the trade to communicate well. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:14 youravgpastor

9:14	paulsteinbrueck:  But first... some theme music… http://ow.ly/8W6RA #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:14 paulsteinbrueck

9:14	rev_david:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Tonights theme is on love and making the most of the opportunity to address love during the Valentines holiday. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:14 rev_david

9:14	jburno:  @rev_david Got it. Thanks for the tip. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:14 jburno

9:15	jacquiepco:  @paulsteinbrueck Hilarious! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:15 jacquiepco

9:15	kelvinco:  By first tim #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:15 kelvinco

9:15	tijuanabecky:  RT @Denise205: @paulsteinbrueck Looking forward to seeing what you have in store for us! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:15 tijuanabecky

9:16	youravgpastor:  @jburno Glad to have you here, been following your stuff lately. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:16 youravgpastor

9:16	paulsteinbrueck:  Here we go... Q1: How do you define love? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:16 paulsteinbrueck

9:16	jburno:  @paulsteinbrueck love it! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:16 jburno

9:17	11oclockscholar:  our 1st multi-media chat // RT @paulsteinbrueck: But first... some theme music… http://ow.ly/8W6RA #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:17 11oclockscholar

9:17	textingFaith:  @paulsteinbrueck LOL!!!Classic #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:17 textingFaith

9:17	MeredithGould:  @paulsteinbrueck "Love is the morning & evening star" Who knows what that's a quote from? It applies to church! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:17 MeredithGould

9:17	Denise205:  @paulsteinbrueck That's a narrow question?!?! :) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:17 Denise205

9:17	jaytheson:  @paulsteinbrueck Q1: My life for yours. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:17 jaytheson

9:17	theologybird:  @Denise205: @paulsteinbrueck Ah, we've got an hour, we should have our own mix. Or channel, or whatever it is the kids do now #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:17 theologybird

9:17	edkay77:  Sorry I'm missing the #chsocm chat tonight - in a training for the #ELCA youth gathering in #NOLA this summer #cwts12 [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:17 edkay77

9:18	jacquiepco:  @paulsteinbrueck Hmmmm...Giving selflessly. Sounds cliche I know! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:18 jacquiepco

9:18	daveag:  #chsocm <-- coming in late to the conversation. *waves* [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:18 daveag

9:18	jonfogle:  Which kind of love? #koinegreek #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:18 jonfogle

9:18	mattlipan:  q1: service, sacrifice, submission #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:18 mattlipan

9:18	AllOCC1:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Here we go... Q1: How do you define love? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:18 AllOCC1

9:18	paulsteinbrueck:  @Denise205 OK, maybe not the first one. :) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:18 paulsteinbrueck

9:18	MeredithGould:  Q1 Love...I tend to focus on agape #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:18 MeredithGould

9:19	jaytheson:  @theflagsofdawn love it. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:19 jaytheson

9:19	PACWP:  Q1 to live love one must know love #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:19 PACWP

9:19	mattlipan:  you would... ha // RT @MeredithGould: Q1 Love...I tend to focus on agape #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:19 mattlipan

9:19	textingFaith:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Here we go... Q1: How do you define love? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:19 textingFaith

9:19	Denise205:  @theologybird Sounds like a meme to play throughout this week. What songs go in our playlist? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:19 Denise205

9:19	rev_david:  Q1 - A deep care and concern for the other, which results in action. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:19 rev_david

9:19	paulsteinbrueck:  RT: @MeredithGould "Love is the morning & evening star" #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:19 paulsteinbrueck

9:19	DRPeteriffic:  @edkay77 #chsocm The lutheran synods just love to have their YG's in the super dome, don't they? haha. [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:19 DRPeteriffic

9:19	tijuanabecky:  RT @youravgpastor: @paulsteinbrueck depends on whether we're going for agape, philos, Eros, or pizza. #chsocm //Love pizza = like for me [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:19 tijuanabecky

9:20	paulsteinbrueck:  RT @theflagsofdawn: love is a verb, an action. its basic but its a start #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:20 paulsteinbrueck

9:20	paulsteinbrueck:  @jonfogle I'm leaving that up to you to define #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:20 paulsteinbrueck

9:20	MeredithGould:  @paulsteinbrueck That quote is from Elmer Gantry! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:20 MeredithGould

9:21	paulsteinbrueck:  RT @mattlipan: q1: [love is] service, sacrifice, submission // Yes, it is not selfish is it. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:21 paulsteinbrueck

9:21	theologybird:  @Denise205 This is the part where my musical lack of knowledge becomes apparent. But I'll listen to whatever we come up with! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:21 theologybird

9:21	MetroMonk:  Love is commitment #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:21 MetroMonk

9:21	theologybird:  RT @MetroMonk: Love is commitment #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:21 theologybird

9:22	rev_david:  Thinking ab Sunday's gospel & "splagchnizomai" - usually trans compassion - better, gut-wrenching concern for the pain of others #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:22 rev_david

9:22	mnplatypus:  Late to #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:22 mnplatypus

9:22	paulsteinbrueck:  Awesome! So many insightful definitions of love! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:22 paulsteinbrueck

9:22	paulsteinbrueck:  Q2: How eager do you think people are to learn about & discuss topics related to love? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:22 paulsteinbrueck

9:22	rev_david:  @PACWP True. (Also, don't forget to add #chsocm to your tweets) :) [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:22 rev_david

9:22	PACWP:  commitment to the Great Commandment yes, to self, to others, to God #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:22 PACWP

9:22	textingFaith:  Q1: I Corinthians 13:4 --> Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:22 textingFaith

9:23	jaytheson:  @mnplatypus Nah, your right on time. You can tell us what love is. (Q1) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:23 jaytheson

9:23	Denise205:  @rev_david OK, got to get a dictionary on that one! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:23 Denise205

9:23	jonfogle:  Affection, affinity, commitment, #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:23 jonfogle

9:23	ECCSonline:  RT @textingFaith: Q1: I Corinthians 13:4 --> Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:23 ECCSonline

9:23	paulsteinbrueck:  RT @textingFaith: Q1: I Corinthians 13:4 --> Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:23 paulsteinbrueck

9:23	MeredithGould:  Q2 Relative to church and faith? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:23 MeredithGould

9:23	reckshow:  <-- barging in to #chsocm, just got home from class! *not even trying to sneak into back row* [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:23 reckshow

9:23	theflagsofdawn:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Q2: How eager do you think people are to learn about & discuss topics related to love? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:23 theflagsofdawn

9:23	textingFaith:  Q1: ...and as my grandmother always said, "love is as love does" #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:23 textingFaith

9:24	rev_david:  @Denise205 Greek - moved in the bowels, idiomatically "moved with compassion" #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:24 rev_david

9:24	thecatholiccoup:  I lost track of time! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:24 thecatholiccoup

9:24	jaytheson:  Q2: Very eager. However, love and sex are often conflated. Take a look at the superbowl ads... #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:24 jaytheson

9:24	PACWP:  @theflagsofdawn Love is the basis of everything God is love we are created to love #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:24 PACWP

9:24	MeredithGould:  @thecatholiccoup You're fine, we're just getting started. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:24 MeredithGould

9:24	paulsteinbrueck:  @MeredithGould Related to human relationships and romance. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:24 paulsteinbrueck

9:24	mattlipan:  q2: mixed bag. depends on type & their experience with. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:24 mattlipan

9:25	theflagsofdawn:  RT @PACWP: @theflagsofdawn Love is the basis of everything God is love we are created to love #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:25 theflagsofdawn

9:25	theologybird:  Q2 I also think that a lot of people get overdone on commercialized love around now #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:25 theologybird

9:25	johannaprice:  Whoa, between #chsocm and #allume, my feed is flying. [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:25 johannaprice

9:25	paulsteinbrueck:  @rev_david Q2: How eager do you think people are to learn about & discuss topics related to love? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:25 paulsteinbrueck

9:25	thecatholiccoup:  @MeredithGould awesome! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:25 thecatholiccoup

9:26	11oclockscholar:  Q2 Depends on the person, in my experience. But everybody definitely wants some #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:26 11oclockscholar

9:26	thecatholiccoup:  I see we're talking about Love ;) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:26 thecatholiccoup

9:26	Denise205:  @reckshow You're just the person we need for a side convo on music suggestions for chat theme songs. See transcript for how started! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:26 Denise205

9:26	theologybird:  RT @jaytheson: Q2: Very eager. However, love and sex are often conflated. Take a look at the superbowl ads...//any ads #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:26 theologybird

9:26	textingFaith:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Q2: How eager do you think people are to learn about & discuss topics related to love? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:26 textingFaith

9:26	theflagsofdawn:  Q2 Folks willing to talk about love as concept, but nervous about engaging on an intimate level. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:26 theflagsofdawn

9:26	Denise205:  @thecatholiccoup Good to see you here! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:26 Denise205

9:27	textingFaith:  RT @theflagsofdawn: Q2 Folks willing to talk about love as concept, but nervous about engaging on an intimate level. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:27 textingFaith

9:27	MeredithGould:  Q2 Talk about love on social media & be prepared for a wave of porn bot spam, alas. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:27 MeredithGould

9:27	rampracer:  Q2 authentic discussions about love? not many #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:27 rampracer

9:27	krisjclifford:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Q2: How eager do you think people are to learn about & discuss topics related to love? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:27 krisjclifford

9:27	KaiConGroup:  @paulsteinbrueck: A2: eros kind very. Philo/Agape kind not so much.. :( #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:27 KaiConGroup

9:27	rev_david:  Are we headed to using #chsocm to talk about / learn ab love? (I like to read the last page of novels, too) [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:27 rev_david

9:27	BlueGreenWeb:  Q2 Talk about love on social media & be prepared for a wave of porn bot spam, alas. #chsocm- RT @MeredithGould http://bit.ly/xY0Jw4 [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:27 BlueGreenWeb

9:28	tijuanabecky:  RT @thecatholiccoup: I see we're talking about Love ;) #chsocm //yup! [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:28 tijuanabecky

9:28	Denise205:  RT @theflagsofdawn: Q2 Folks willing to talk about love as concept, but nervous about engaging on an intimate level. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:28 Denise205

9:28	paulsteinbrueck:  @KaiConGroup Yes, I think our culture predominantly thinks of love as eros. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:28 paulsteinbrueck

9:29	MegLassiat:  #chsocm Q2 - I think people are more willing to speak in generalities. [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:29 MegLassiat

9:29	theologybird:  What do you mean by "topics related to love" RE Q2 @paulsteinbrueck? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:29 theologybird

9:29	Denise205:  @reckshow An excellent choice! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:29 Denise205

9:29	mattlipan:  q2: for many, the love of/for God is unexciting, cosmic, impersonal. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:29 mattlipan

9:29	jburno:  @paulsteinbrueck Q2 I think people are open to talk about love, but not sure about in a public forum. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:29 jburno

9:29	tijuanabecky:  A2 I think they are a little willing for love, somewhat for Valentine's Day, and a lot for sex. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:29 tijuanabecky

9:29	jaytheson:  @MegLassiat You got that right. Nothing "too" personal. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:29 jaytheson

9:29	paulsteinbrueck:  I think theres so much confusion, brokenness, pain & unmet expectations that lots of ppl spend their lives trying to figure out love #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:29 paulsteinbrueck

9:29	analuisi:  Q1: Love simply to love, to be present for another without expectations. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:29 analuisi

9:29	Denise205:  @jaytheson You're going to have some great new followers now! :) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:29 Denise205

9:29	rev_david:  (Greek geek moment. The NT uses philos/agape with less distinction than described in the classic CS Lewis book on the topic) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:29 rev_david

9:30	PACWP:  @ECCSonline yes i do, he spoke to what people wanted to learn, not just Sentimentalities #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:30 PACWP

9:30	irmbrown:  Live is sacrifice. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:30 irmbrown

9:30	youravgpastor:  @paulsteinbrueck @kaicongroup but we even have weird hang ups about Eros. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:30 youravgpastor

9:30	paulsteinbrueck:  Q3: What are some ways churches can use SM to speak to the topic of relationships & romantic love around Valentine ’s Day? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:30 paulsteinbrueck

9:30	Denise205:  @paulsteinbrueck And doesn't that give us the opportunity to talk about what more love can be? Help them see more. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:30 Denise205

9:30	jaytheson:  @Denise205 ugh. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:30 jaytheson

9:30	pinkpaddler:  @mattlipan I agree, it's a difficult concept to feel all warm and fuzzy about - I focus on Jesus #Chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:30 pinkpaddler

9:31	PACWP:  @paulsteinbrueck that speaks right to my calling as SD, moms are more like half persons b/c they don't feel God's love #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:31 PACWP

9:31	jaytheson:  Thank you all for turning me on to TweetChat. This live chat experience is amazing. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:31 jaytheson

9:31	MeredithGould:  Q1? Q2? In any event, people really ought to read up on St. Valentine before getting all slappy happy about invoking that martyr! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:31 MeredithGould

9:31	mattlipan:  @pinkpaddler he certainly makes it more personal. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:31 mattlipan

9:31	paulsteinbrueck:  @Denise205 Yes, that's what we'll be getting to. :) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:31 paulsteinbrueck

9:31	rev_david:  MT @paulsteinbrueck: Q3: Some ways churches can use SocMedia to speak ab relationships & romantic love around Valentine ’s Day? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:31 rev_david

9:31	MeredithGould:  @jaytheson Tweetchat makes a huge difference. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:31 MeredithGould

9:31	theflagsofdawn:  Q3 matchmaking! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:31 theflagsofdawn

9:32	Anj121:  Hello! Nice to see @paulsteinbrueck moderating! Sorry, I'm late, long day. #Chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:32 Anj121

9:32	theologybird:  MT @MeredithGould: people really ought to read up on St. Valentine before getting all slappy happy about invoking that martyr! / YES #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:32 theologybird

9:33	reckshow:  with all the ppl talking about romance, I tend to try to speak to ppl who are broken-hearted or lonely on Valentine's Day. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:33 reckshow

9:33	mattlipan:  q3: it seems dangerous not to address staying above reproach w/sm use. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:33 mattlipan

9:33	jaytheson:  @Anj121 Welcome. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:33 jaytheson

9:33	paulsteinbrueck:  @Anj121 No problem, Anjanette. Jump right in. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:33 paulsteinbrueck

9:33	MetroMonk:  Q3: Ways to talk ab romantic love on VDay? Talk about Jesus, and the cross, and dying to self. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:33 MetroMonk

9:33	Denise205:  RT @MeredithGould: People really ought to read up on St. Valentine before getting all slappy happy about invoking that martyr! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:33 Denise205

9:33	textingFaith:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Q3: What are some ways churches can use SM to speak to topic of relationships & romantic love around 2/14? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:33 textingFaith

9:34	textingFaith:  RT @MetroMonk: Q3: Ways to talk ab romantic love on VDay? Talk about Jesus, and the cross, and dying to self. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:34 textingFaith

9:34	jaytheson:  Q3: Pastor and Pastor's wife can sleep on the roof of their church in a bed and live stream it? Oh wait. Been done. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:34 jaytheson

9:34	paulsteinbrueck:  @reckshow Certainly we can bring comfort & encouragement to those hurting via social media. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:34 paulsteinbrueck

9:34	MeredithGould:  @jaytheson LOL...you're cracking me up! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:34 MeredithGould

9:34	reckshow:  @MeredithGould maybe i can find a glow in the dark St. Valentine. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:34 reckshow

9:34	theflagsofdawn:  @MetroMonk Q3 and the selflessness of true love in contrast to the selfishness of many Valentine's Day traditions. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:34 theflagsofdawn

9:34	ECCSonline:  Q3: Churches can use social media to show ppl someone cares, an act of love #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:34 ECCSonline

9:34	MegLassiat:  .@reckshow Lots of unrealistic expectations for Valentine's Day as well. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:34 MegLassiat

9:35	theflagsofdawn:  @jaytheson for the record I LOVED that! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:35 theflagsofdawn

9:35	jaytheson:  @MeredithGould I try. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:35 jaytheson

9:35	paulsteinbrueck:  @mattlipan What do you mean by "above reproach w SM?" #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:35 paulsteinbrueck

9:35	aNunsLife:  RT @rampracer: Q3 expressing love as a community , not just as couples, eros #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:35 aNunsLife

9:35	Denise205:  Q3: Here's where blogs may be media of choice. Can do more depth of explanation--and then, of course, tweet & share links on FB. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:35 Denise205

9:35	mattlipan:  @reckshow agreed. i typically focus on those hurting. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:35 mattlipan

9:35	MeredithGould:  @reckshow With glow in the dark blood? Cool. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:35 MeredithGould

9:35	textingFaith:  RT @rampracer: Q3 expressing love as a community , not just as couples, eros #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:35 textingFaith

9:35	jacquiepco:  @paulsteinbrueck You can. Offer prayer. Listen to what they are saying behind what they are saying. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:35 jacquiepco

9:35	theflagsofdawn:  Q3 Social media can also be used to celebrate friendship for valentine's day. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:35 theflagsofdawn

9:35	MeredithGould:  MT @Denise205: Q3: Here's where blogs may be media of choice. Can do more depth of explanation #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:35 MeredithGould

9:36	paulsteinbrueck:  RT @jaytheson: Q3: Pastor & wife can sleep on the roof of their church in a bed and live stream it? Oh wait. Been done. //LOL! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:36 paulsteinbrueck

9:36	rev_david:  Happy St. Valentine's Day? #chsocm http://t.co/J5inLhE7 [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:36 rev_david

9:36	thecatholiccoup:  @reckshow I know me and my single friends are ready for 2/15 cheap candy day lol #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:36 thecatholiccoup

9:36	Denise205:  @reckshow @MeredithGould Now that I'd like to see! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:36 Denise205

9:36	theologybird:  MT @Denise205: blogs may be media of choice. Can do more depth of explanation--and then, of course, tweet & share links on FB. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:36 theologybird

9:36	PACWP:  @paulsteinbrueck often the internet is the first place ppl turn to for info #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:36 PACWP

9:36	youravgpastor:  Q3 I think a blog series on love topics could be helpful. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:36 youravgpastor

9:36	Anj121:  RT @rampracer: Q3 expressing love as a community , not just as couples, eros #Chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:36 Anj121

9:36	MeredithGould:  RT @rampracer: Q3 expressing love as a community , not just as couples, eros #Chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:36 MeredithGould

9:37	jacquiepco:  @thecatholiccoup LOL!!! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 jacquiepco

9:37	theflagsofdawn:  RT @reckshow: RT @jaytheson: Q3: Share stories about couples who have gone the distance...20...30...40 years. #chsocm // I like it! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 theflagsofdawn

9:37	paulsteinbrueck:  I think there are certainly opportunities for churches to teach what the Bible says about marriage & dating. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 paulsteinbrueck

9:37	irmbrown:  Love bombardment on DM us very effective like all those birthday greetings. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 irmbrown

9:37	rev_david:  Q3 - I would want to make sure to connect with ppl who are single, divorced, hurting. Too often overlooked by churches. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 rev_david

9:37	mattlipan:  being sensitive to rltnshps that r broken via sm as well // RT @paulsteinbrueck: @mattlipan What do you mean "above reproach w SM?" #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 mattlipan

9:37	Denise205:  Here's a V-Day post from last year as an example: http://bit.ly/wdgy62 #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 Denise205

9:37	paulsteinbrueck:  RT @youravgpastor: Q3 I think a blog series on love topics could be helpful. // Great idea! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 paulsteinbrueck

9:37	skenow:  Q3: What are some ways churches can use SM to speak to the topic of relationships & romantic love around Valentine ’s Day? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 skenow

9:37	thecatholiccoup:  I saw on a blog every few months she does "Show Us Your Singles" and ppl write blog posts on single ppl #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 thecatholiccoup

9:37	KaiConGroup:  MT@reckshow: with all the ppl talking abt romance, I tend to try to speak to ppl who are broken-hearted or lonely on V Day.< nice #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 KaiConGroup

9:37	Denise205:  RT @jacquiepco: @paulsteinbrueck Not let them fall into self-pity. Share messages that remind what love really is. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 Denise205

9:37	theflagsofdawn:  @paulsteinbrueck let's start with Jacob, Leah and Rachel... #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 theflagsofdawn

9:37	Unyque_Star:  An action word. RT @paulsteinbrueck: Here we go... Q1: How do you define love? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 Unyque_Star

9:37	paulsteinbrueck:  RT @rev_david: Q3 - I would want to make sure to connect with ppl who r single, divorced, hurting. Too often overlooked by churches. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:37 paulsteinbrueck

9:38	youravgpastor:  I think eros gets a bad rap. What are healthy expressions of eros? #chsocm #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:38 youravgpastor

9:38	theologybird:  Q3 Also important to remember those in unhealthy relationships #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:38 theologybird

9:38	reckshow:  @MeredithGould that must have been disappointing... and awkward. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:38 reckshow

9:38	paulsteinbrueck:  @MeredithGould LOL! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:38 paulsteinbrueck

9:38	MetroMonk:  Q3: Blog on "Redeeming Love." (hehe) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:38 MetroMonk

9:38	MeredithGould:  RT @theologybird: Q3 Also important to remember those in unhealthy relationships #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:38 MeredithGould

9:38	11oclockscholar:  Q3 honestly? I'm uncomfortable w/ reinforcing connection betw love & Valentines. Bec the usual Val image of love is so inauthentic #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:38 11oclockscholar

9:39	MeredithGould:  @rev_david Agree! Most churches do a horrid job at ministering to singles, especially older singles/widowed/divorced et al. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:39 MeredithGould

9:39	thecatholiccoup:  @MeredithGould lol id hate to see ur flower bill #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:39 thecatholiccoup

9:39	byramstudio:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Almighty & merciful God, we rejoice in your abiding presence everywhere & your mercy at all times. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:39 byramstudio

9:39	jburno:  @paulsteinbrueck Q3 I think embracing blog posts of people who are both single & married who have a good theology of both. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:39 jburno

9:39	jaytheson:  @youravgpastor The church has kept it for too long behind closed doors... #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:39 jaytheson

9:39	paulsteinbrueck:  Q5: If ur church published blog posts, devotionals, videos or othr content related 2 love, do u think ppl in ur church wud share it? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:39 paulsteinbrueck

9:39	EveJacques:  RT @rev_david: Happy St. Valentine's Day? #chsocm http://twitter.com/rev_david/status/167074224954023936/photo/1 [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:39 EveJacques

9:40	youravgpastor:  @11oclockscholar But people are thinking about love at this time. So it's an opportunity to reframe the conversation. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:40 youravgpastor

9:40	jaytheson:  @youravgpastor Maybe the church can post "date" ideas leading up to VDAY. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:40 jaytheson

9:40	KaiConGroup:  RT@rev_david: Q3 - I would want to make sure to connect with ppl who are single, divorced, hurting. 2 often overlooked by churches. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:40 KaiConGroup

9:40	jaytheson:  @paulsteinbrueck Q5: Case in point is that Jeff Bethke video about marriage. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:40 jaytheson

9:41	thecatholiccoup:  @MeredithGould hahahaha #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:41 thecatholiccoup

9:41	paulsteinbrueck:  RT @youravgpastor: people are thinking about love at this time. So its an opportunity to reframe the conversation. // Exactly! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:41 paulsteinbrueck

9:41	thecatholiccoup:  @jaytheson I was just thinking about that I saw a pin on pinterest 50 cheap date ideas #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:41 thecatholiccoup

9:41	jonfogle:  @youravgpastor agreed. Usually church equates Eros as bad/dirty? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:41 jonfogle

9:41	jaytheson:  @youravgpastor yep. [sips alamo beer] #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:41 jaytheson

9:42	pinkpaddler:  @paulsteinbrueck I know this is moving fast, but did I miss q4? We've never made it to q5 before. Whooooo. #Chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:42 pinkpaddler

9:42	11oclockscholar:  @youravgpastor hard to reframe that much w/out seeming overbearing? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:42 11oclockscholar

9:42	MeredithGould:  @mattlipan Wait? there's a Q5??? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:42 MeredithGould

9:42	paulsteinbrueck:  @jaytheson Yes, that's where we'll be going with Q6 #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:42 paulsteinbrueck

9:42	jaytheson:  @thecatholiccoup I'd like to see those. Fwd me the link? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:42 jaytheson

9:42	mattlipan:  i was surprised too! might have skipped 4? // RT @MeredithGould: @mattlipan Wait? there's a Q5??? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:42 mattlipan

9:42	youravgpastor:  We have a common denominator here in this chat. The platforms provide an opportunity to reframe... #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:42 youravgpastor

9:43	Jill42:  RT@JesusOfNaz316: Wherever 2 or 3 are tweeting, I am there in the midst of them. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:43 Jill42

9:43	youravgpastor:  @11oclockscholar I think the opportunities to reframe here are more plentiful than in other forums. But 1 forum of many. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:43 youravgpastor

9:43	MeredithGould:  RT @theologybird: @youravgpastor Yes! Love has already been too watered down, let's not give it away entirely. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:43 MeredithGould

9:44	MCMBrooks:  RT @theflagsofdawn: Q2 Folks willing to talk about love as concept, but nervous about engaging on an intimate level. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:44 MCMBrooks

9:44	jaytheson:  Q5: People will share videos, infographics, and those photo thingies with clever sentences on them. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:44 jaytheson

9:44	JesusOfNaz316:  MT @paulsteinbrueck there are opportunities for churches to teach what Bible says about marriage & dating. #chsocm // Like Judges 21? [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:44 JesusOfNaz316

9:44	reckshow:  @11oclockscholar I'd probably go with humor. find some pictures or videos that make ppl laugh about ridiculous expectations #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:44 reckshow

9:45	reckshow:  @11oclockscholar then you're not overbearing but still getting a bit of a message across #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:45 reckshow

9:45	Denise205:  @paulsteinbrueck As with all social content, if it's done well and speaks to people, they'll share it. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:45 Denise205

9:45	MeredithGould:  Not to beat a dead horse/saint, but I'd go with educating people about St. Valentine! No chocolate involved there! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:45 MeredithGould

9:46	theologybird:  @paulsteinbrueck as opposed to the slow and ponderous nights? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:46 theologybird

9:46	ECCSonline:  @paulsteinbrueck Loving it (pun intended) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:46 ECCSonline

9:46	Denise205:  @jaytheson Ah, yes, the technical photo-thingies! When used wisely with Web stuff, you've got something! :) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:46 Denise205

9:46	PACWP:  @Denise205 I agree, ppl don't just want baby food, they want to eat a real meal #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:46 PACWP

9:46	MeredithGould:  Q6 I'd love to see links to marriage prep material. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:46 MeredithGould

9:46	youravgpastor:  @reckshow @11oclockscholar A reframe happens best on the platform when relationship and trust have been established. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:46 youravgpastor

9:46	11oclockscholar:  good / MT @reckshow: Id probably go with humor ... pictures or videos that make ppl laugh about ridiculous expectations #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:46 11oclockscholar

9:47	jonfogle:  @youravgpastor oops. Brace for impact #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:47 jonfogle

9:47	theflagsofdawn:  We rarely talk about friendship, either. We usually go to romance, not necessarily sex, but forget other bonds of affection #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:47 theflagsofdawn

9:47	jaytheson:  @paulsteinbrueck Q6: Free Love Languages Survey. http://www.5lovelanguages.com/assessments/love/ #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:47 jaytheson

9:47	paulsteinbrueck:  RT @MeredithGould: Q6 Id love to see links to marriage prep material. // That'd be helpful. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:47 paulsteinbrueck

9:47	MeredithGould:  Q6 I'd also love to see links to intelligent, beautiful, compelling info about celibacy as a spiritual practice to enhance love #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:47 MeredithGould

9:47	theologybird:  I run into a lot of different qualities of marriage/relationship material online. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:47 theologybird

9:47	jaytheson:  @MeredithGould Do you know if any that is "good"? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:47 jaytheson

9:48	MeredithGould:  @jaytheson Ok, anything not involving chocolate is bad. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:48 MeredithGould

9:48	MeredithGould:  @rev_david Right, make 'em read St. Augustine for St. Valentine's Day. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:48 MeredithGould

9:49	youravgpastor:  MT @theflagsofdawn: We rarely talk re: friendship, either. Usu. go to romance, not necessarily sex, forget other bonds of affection #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:49 youravgpastor

9:49	jaytheson:  @MeredithGould Fair enough. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:49 jaytheson

9:49	G_Wake:  I don't LOVE this book, but it's a good conversation starting point on love/faith. Free on kindle today #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:49 G_Wake

9:49	paulsteinbrueck:  In the interest of time, I think I'll do a blog post tomorrow where we can all share relationship resources. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:49 paulsteinbrueck

9:49	jaytheson:  @theologybird Have you ran into any of good quality? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:49 jaytheson

9:49	paulsteinbrueck:  Q7: How does God’s love compare to human love? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:49 paulsteinbrueck

9:49	theologybird:  @rev_david you are much more direct than I was #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:49 theologybird

9:50	MeredithGould:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Q7: How does God’s love compare to human love? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:50 MeredithGould

9:50	PACWP:  l@paulsteinbrueck U ask how doe human love compare to God's, how does the Sun compare to a torch??? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:50 PACWP

9:50	MeredithGould:  Q7 No comparison possible. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:50 MeredithGould

9:50	jburno:  @paulsteinbrueck Q5 Yes! 50% of our congregation is single & under age 29 & they are always searching. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:50 jburno

9:50	jaytheson:  Q7: God's love is steadfast and unchanging. Unlike our own... #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:50 jaytheson

9:50	jonfogle:  @MeredithGould or chastity? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:50 jonfogle

9:50	theologybird:  @jaytheson Not comprehensive ones. Bits and pieces like the love language test and type tests #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:50 theologybird

9:50	thecatholiccoup:  I love chocolate and Peeps #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:50 thecatholiccoup

9:51	youravgpastor:  My wife and I took a theology/sexuality class at seminary. One of the best reframes I have ever had. #chsocm #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:51 youravgpastor

9:51	rev_david:  @theologybird I would just as soon name it. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:51 rev_david

9:51	paulsteinbrueck:  RT @PACWP: U ask how doe human love compare to Gods, how does the Sun compare to a torch??? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:51 paulsteinbrueck

9:51	MeredithGould:  @jonfogle Yes, celibacy and/or chastity...not necessarily the same. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:51 MeredithGould

9:51	PACWP:  @paulsteinbrueck and I don't think that is a fair Q7, God's love for us is constant #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:51 PACWP

9:51	Denise205:  @paulsteinbrueck No comparison! Way beyond! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:51 Denise205

9:51	paulsteinbrueck:  RT @jaytheson: Q7: Gods love is steadfast and unchanging. Unlike our own... #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:51 paulsteinbrueck

9:51	theflagsofdawn:  Q7 hmmmmmm. how to answer this without trivializing either... #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:51 theflagsofdawn

9:51	mattlipan:  q7: hmm, not sure it does. perhaps looking through a glass dimly? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:51 mattlipan

9:52	jaytheson:  @youravgpastor Love the use of the term "reframe". I'm going to steal that. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:52 jaytheson

9:52	thecatholiccoup:  One couple I know makes attempts to have date nights they have more fun when they have "family nights" w the kids now :) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:52 thecatholiccoup

9:52	jaytheson:  @theologybird gotcha. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:52 jaytheson

9:52	KaiConGroup:  @paulsteinbrueck: Q7: How does God’s love compare to human love? Can not compare. We can not love without Him! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:52 KaiConGroup

9:52	jaytheson:  @mattlipan That was the first thing that came to mind. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:52 jaytheson

9:52	theologybird:  @rev_david part of my problem is that we are not of one mind over here. Love being Episco, but it's complex #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:52 theologybird

9:52	MCMBrooks:  #chsocm @MeredithGould @rev_david In church singleness is rarely praised beyond images of nuns/priests. More pressure on single women IMO [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:52 MCMBrooks

9:52	paulsteinbrueck:  A big problem I see is often ppl look to the other person in a romantic relationship to fill needs only God can. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:52 paulsteinbrueck

9:52	jonfogle:  Night all! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:52 jonfogle

9:53	MeredithGould:  @jonfogle #PBWY #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:53 MeredithGould

9:53	youravgpastor:  @jaytheson I stole it from someone else, but I don't remember from whom... #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:53 youravgpastor

9:53	MetroMonk:  Q7: God's love doesn't rely on a response. When God makes a covenant promise-God gets 'er done! It may take a lil longer than usual #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:53 MetroMonk

9:53	jaytheson:  @MCMBrooks Very true. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:53 jaytheson

9:53	theflagsofdawn:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: Big problem I see is often ppl look to the other person in a romantic relationship to fill needs only God can. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:53 theflagsofdawn

9:53	11oclockscholar:  RT @paulsteinbrueck: A big problem I see is often ppl look to the other person in a romantic relationship to fill needs only God can #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:53 11oclockscholar

9:54	youravgpastor:  @MeredithGould Yes, it's fair use! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:54 youravgpastor

9:54	11oclockscholar:  Also, ppl often look to chocolate to fill needs only God can #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:54 11oclockscholar

9:54	theflagsofdawn:  RT @MetroMonk:Gods love doesnt rely on a response. When God makes covenant promise-God gets er done!May take a lil longer than usual #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:54 theflagsofdawn

9:54	rev_david:  Bowing out. Thanks, all! Have a great night! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:54 rev_david

9:55	theflagsofdawn:  RT @11oclockscholar: Also, ppl often look to chocolate to fill needs only God can #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:55 theflagsofdawn

9:55	Denise205:  @rev_david Goodnight! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:55 Denise205

9:55	paulsteinbrueck:  Q9: How can churches use social media to address the topic of love & point people to the amazing love God has for us? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:55 paulsteinbrueck

9:55	youravgpastor:  @rev_david Peace out! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:55 youravgpastor

9:56	ECCSonline:  Q6: The measure of God's love is the gift of his Son [1 John 4:10] Our love pales in comparison, but still beautiful. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:56 ECCSonline

9:56	Anj121:  Me too, too hard to catch up! Thanks for moderating @paulsteinbrueck RT @rev_david: Bowing out. Thanks, all! Have a great night! #Chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:56 Anj121

9:56	MeredithGould:  Q9 Be loving! Be generous via social media, especially if you're talking/blogging/tweeting about #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:56 MeredithGould

9:57	jaytheson:  @paulsteinbrueck Thanks for moderating. I've gotta go. Goodnight everyone! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:57 jaytheson

9:57	youravgpastor:  @paulsteinbrueck Q9 I think finding particular ways to be present. Using the platforms to listen as much as broadcast... #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:57 youravgpastor

9:57	thecatholiccoup:  @MCMBrooks i agree #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:57 thecatholiccoup

9:57	paulsteinbrueck:  RT @MeredithGould: Q9 Be loving! Be generous via social media, especially if youre talking/blogging/tweeting about #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:57 paulsteinbrueck

9:57	MetroMonk:  Speaking of chocolate..did y'all see what came in the mail for me today? #chsocm #joy http://t.co/ENqoViSi [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:57 MetroMonk

9:57	MeredithGould:  RT @youravgpastor Q9 I think finding particular ways to be present. Using the platforms to listen as much as broadcast... #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:57 MeredithGould

9:57	thecatholiccoup:  @reckshow I know I LOVVVVVEEEE CHOCOLATE! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:57 thecatholiccoup

9:57	PACWP:  RT @MeredithGould: Q9 Be loving! Be generous via social media, especially if you're talking/blogging/tweeting about #chsocm, The Golden Rule [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:57 PACWP

9:58	youravgpastor:  @MeredithGould Amen sister. Was reading Seth Godin today and generosity was the big topic. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:58 youravgpastor

9:58	Denise205:  @MeredithGould Good point! Model love in the way we treat each other online. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:58 Denise205

9:58	paulsteinbrueck:  @youravgpastor Yes, listening & responding demonstrates genuine love. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:58 paulsteinbrueck

9:58	mattlipan:  q9: engage, connect, create meaningful interactions & relationships. listen, don't simply "talk." #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:58 mattlipan

9:58	thecatholiccoup:  @MetroMonk YUM #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:58 thecatholiccoup

9:59	MeredithGould:  Q9 Make your Twitter account private if you want to let it rip relative to church and you work for a church! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:59 MeredithGould

9:59	mirgray:  Oh, no, I've missed the #chsocm chat. #facepalm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:59 mirgray

9:59	MCMBrooks:  #chsocm @paulsteinbrueck I think so. Check out @PastorRudyR's blog http://blog.chron.com/pastorrudy/author/rudyrasmus/ he talks a lot about love in new ways. [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:59 MCMBrooks

9:59	Denise205:  @MetroMonk Bad issue to come this close to the start of #Lent! :) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 9:59 Denise205

10:00

paulsteinbrueck:  Wow, is just me or was that the fastest hour ever. I'm going to hang around for a bit longer but I need to close us with prayer... #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:00 paulsteinbrueck

10:00

mattlipan:  q9: if sm is used to "talk at" people, it ceases to be social in nature...or loving. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:00 mattlipan

10:00

PACWP:  night all next week #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:00 PACWP

10:00

MeredithGould:  @mattlipan And if it doesn't build community, it's not "social." #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:00 MeredithGould

10:00

paulsteinbrueck:  Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work or watch or weep this night & give your angels charge over those who sleep. Amen. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:00 paulsteinbrueck

10:01

MeredithGould:  @paulsteinbrueck Thanks Paul! Wild ride, eh?? #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:01 MeredithGould

10:01

mattlipan:  boom! i think we might be onto something here // RT @MeredithGould: @mattlipan And if it doesn't build community, it's not "social." #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:01 mattlipan

10:01

youravgpastor:  @paulsteinbrueck Well done tonight. Thank you for moderating. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:01 youravgpastor

10:01

Denise205:  @paulsteinbrueck Thanks for moderating! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:01 Denise205

10:01

theologybird:  amen! (with another thanks to Paul) #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:01 theologybird

10:01

Denise205:  @PACWP Thanks for joining us tonight. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:01 Denise205

10:01

11oclockscholar:  @paulsteinbrueck thanks for leading the conversation tonite #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:01 11oclockscholar

10:02

theflagsofdawn:  Can I put a plug out for chsocm canada edition? tomorrow at noon EST #chsocmca #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:02 theflagsofdawn

10:02

paulsteinbrueck:  We’re at the hour. Thanks to all for your contributions & insights. Join us again, next Tuesday @9pm EDT. Feel free to stick around. #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:02 paulsteinbrueck

10:03

paulsteinbrueck:  My hope is our eyes are open to the big opportunity we have to discuss love over the course of the next week! #chsocm [via Twitter] Tuesday February 7, 2012 10:03 paulsteinbrueck

 

 

The theme: Love and making the most of the opportunity to address love during the Valentine's holiday.

The questions:

Q1: How do you define love?

Q2: How eager do you think people are to learn about & discuss topics related to love?

Q3: What are some ways churches can use SM to speak to the topic of relationships & romantic love around Valentine's Day?

Q4: What are some ways churches can use SM to encourage couples & strengthen marriages?

Q5: If your church published blog posts, devotionals, videos or other content related to love, do you think people in your church would share it?

Q6: What are some good relationship resources (blogs, videos, etc.) that are already available online which churches could share via SM?

Q7: How does God's love compare to human love?

Q8: To what extent do you think the world look to the other person in a romantic relationship to fill needs only God can fill?

Q9: How can churches use social media to address the topic of love and point people to the amazing love God has for us?