Robert Zimmerman has left a new comment on your post "Does the Eighth Commandment Protect Those Who Ape ...":
The video has now been removed from YOUTUBE.
I would like you to note that the young men removed it because they saw your blog. The administration didn't ask them to (Please don't post a new blog about how Schone and Zarling turned a blind eye). They did it by themselves with contrition and Godly repentance. They did not consider the consequences, but now they realize the error of their ways.
Thank you for pointing out what was sinful about the video. You certainly didn't do it in a loving way. In fact you were kind of a jerk about it, but thank you.
Now that this is over, I probably will never read your blog again, because lisping cats aren't funny.
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GJ - This person seems to think there are seven innocents and one horrible person involved. That is a typical WELS reaction. "Doing it in a loving way" means ignoring it or saying, "Boys will be boys. Tee hee."
Their video title lives on, with this new expression of solidarity.
I was told that I addressed Reformed doctrine and clergy adultery in the wrong way, too.
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The purpose of this information is to provide guidelines to parents who are hosting a teenage party. These guidelines will assist you to provide an environment where your children can "Party" in a safe, enjoyable and responsible way. If you decide to have a teenage party be sure your know what you may be in for, establish some rules and then stick to them.
Hosting a Party
- All parties should be hosted by parents at a safe secure venue
- The number of guests should be appropriate to the venue and the level of security you are providing
- Admission should be by formal invitation or on presentation of ID, which is checked at entry. No invite no entry
- Invitations must NOT be able to be photocopied
- Invite other parents and adults who will know some of the guests to assist you
- Provide security at the entrance and exit points to deal with potential gatecrashers
- Host parents must be honest in response to parent enquiries.
- Depending on the number of guests and party activities, the Police and neighbours should be notified in advance
- There must be a designated party area and a safe area to leave bags - stealing can be a problem (both from house and bags)
- Be aware that providing alcohol to minors is illegal
- If BYO alcohol is not permitted, say so on the invitation
- Expect that some people will bring alcohol - discuss how this and cigarettes will be handled before the event
- No glass containers at all should be permitted.
- Organise to have music/entertainment and a space where guests can dance
- Have the hostess ask some friends to stay over and help clean up
- Provide a special breakfast for the friends who stay over to help clean
When your child is attending a party
- Make sure your child has an invitation
- Ensure you know where the party is and the start and finish time
- Check that parents/adults will be present
- Make suitable transport arrangements for your child to get to and from the party.
- Communicate with other parents or the host about the party to find out the details or make arrangements.
- Make sure that your child can contact you while they are at the party.
- Rely on your intuition.if it doesn't feel right then it probably isn't.
Supervision of guests during the party
- Adult supervision during the party (without intruding) is important, and should reduce the risk of the party getting out of control
- Establish some basic ground rules for the party with the hostess (daughter) and her immediate circle of friends well before the day of the party
- Have a plan to deal with guests who arrive at the start of the party already intoxicated - will you let them in / turn them away / call their parents???
- Check bags at the door to prevent problems later
- Make sure there is plenty of water, softdrink and food available and that it is passed around regularly
- An older sibling / relative / neighbour / friend should supervise the music and prevent any CD's being removed from the area.
- Be prepared to say no to unacceptable behaviour and put a stop to it as soon as it occurs
If problems arise DURING THE PARTY
- Don't panic!
- If a child appears seriously ill or is unconscious, immediately call an ambulance and then, if possible, contact the parents.
- If a fight breaks out during the party, try to immediately calm the situation. If calm cannot be restored, call the police
- If you are unable to deal with uninvited guests, call the police.
Getting the guests home
- Supervision of guests departing the venue is important.
- If possible, know in advance how each guest is getting home.
- If guests are walking home ensure they do not go alone. It is best they do so in groups and agree to look after each other.
- If a guest is not picked up and parent contact is unsuccessful be prepared to let them sleep over. Their parents may have been involved in an accident or for some other unforeseen circumstance be unable to make contact or be contacted.
- If the pick up person is obviously intoxicated do not let the guest get into their vehicle. If the pick up person is not a parent, then attempt to contact the guests parents to make alternate arrangements. Otherwise, take the appropriate action which could include taking them home yourself, allowing a mutual family friend to take them home, arranging a taxi or allowing them to sleep over.
- If guests leave the party before it ends they should not be allowed back unless the departure is pre-arranged or agreed with the hosts. They may be leaving to consume alcohol or other prohibited substances. If not pre-arranged or agreed, then notify parents ASAP that their child has left the party without permission. If guests return and are in a distressed state take the appropriate action to deal with the circumstance including contacting the Police if necessary.
- Guests may have to be sent home during the party due to bad behaviour, alcohol or substance abuse or for health reasons. Contact parents immediately and arrange a pick up. If unable to make contact take whatever action is applicable to the circumstance.
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Nathan Loersch has left a new comment on your post "MLC Video Pulled from YouTube":
Not sure if this is the right place to post this comment, but why would you post the "MLC Party Policy"? It is the policy for the Methodist Ladies' College, which is in AUSTRALIA! Do you want people to think it is from Martin Luther College? It makes no sense.
MLC Cross Country
Nathan Loersch was named UMAC Player of the Week. For the press release, click here. ... E-mail the Sports Information Director (SID) at: sid@mlc-wels.edu ...www2.mlc-wels.edu/Athletics/Cross%20Country/.../Default.htm
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GJ - I linked it and also identified it at the bottom. The rules showed up when I Googled MLC. The same thing happens when people look for the original Miley Cyrus video and the Fire Island Pines parody - MLC's version shows up. I guess the analogy was lost on Nathan.
Plus - I thought the rules were funny. Some of you need a laugh.
