LaShawn Barber moderated the BlogNashville Faith-based blogging discussion group. Blogs within the faith based area of the blogosphere do not speak the same language and that can be a source of negativism even if unintentionally. The use of super-charged words or words that mean totally different things to different faiths can be a source of confict or engaging discussion or encouragement, depending upon both the messenger and the reader.
If there was a zeitgeist of today's discussion, it is that faith-based blogging is in its infancy. Mainstream religious communities and denominations are just learning of the potential of blogs. There has not yet been a seminal moment or turning point within the faith-based corner of the blogosphere to bring the same kind of focus that, say the political arena enjoys. So, what are we doing to prepare for that moment?...for sure, we need to talk to one another regardless of our personal religious beliefs, even if we disagree!
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UPDATE:LaShawn Barber has added a few reflections on BlogNashville.