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Functionality

Money

it is generally our policy to not give out money. When necessary, we go with the person. If giving out money, we check with at least one other community member.

Drugs

No illegal substances are allowed in the house under any circumstance.

Relations

We do not allow ourselves to be alone with a new guest to the house. As relationships develop, community members' discernment is respected, but aloneness with a guest is strongly discouraged. It is generally our policy to not be alone with kids. If this is necessary, we check in and out with another community member.

Alcohol

We recognize the implications of buying and using alcohol, especially in our neighborhood. When alcohol is to be consumed in the house, this is to be discussed with the other community members.

Weapons

No implements of death allowed, regardless of race, creed, religion, or perceived level of power or authority (including police officers).

Donations

Suggested donation for living in the intentional community is $150 a month or $50 a week.

Guests

There are several levels of commitment for guests. Initially, we generally invite anyone to visit anytime. Any overnight visits are decided as a community. If individuals want to become permanent community members, this is to be discussed after previously visiting. Them must commit to Loving God, Loving People and Following Jesus, and to the vision, commitments, Foundation, and Functionality of the community and The Simple Way.

Non-violent civil disobedience

There are times when we must choose to stand in solidarity with the oppressed rather than follow the law of the world. We choose non-violence because the Powers choose violence. Our resistance is always born out of relationships where the people most affected are in leadership.

House meetings

Mandatory, once a week..."points" meetings designed to connect with information, dates, ideas, struggles.

Prayer

Sometimes scheduled, sometimes not... highly suggested, not mandatory even when scheduled.

Family Dinners

Mandatory, bi-weekly... scheduled dinner time for the family to check-in with one another and be together. Community members often share meals together outside this scheduled time.

Roundtables (guest dinners)

Bi-weekly dinners, often inviting guests... for the purpose of discussion or special activities (i.e. visiting communities).

Re-Evaluation

Times of reflection to keep connected as individuals and as a family, often scheduled when a new member comes into the community (after 2 months...)

Sabbath

Time of rest and/or reflection and/or playing... done sporadically during the week as individuals and as a family. One day is also set aside as a Sabbath, typically Sunday. The community rests (as well as routine activities).

Emergency

Must be willing to be flexible and sacrifice when there are special needs requiring a meeting, discussion, or simply bonding.