Inception of the Hearth Forum

[Hyperdron 290]

 

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Inception of the Hearth Forum

Issued 4th of The Deep Cold, Year 28 of the Second Age

 

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Preface

In recent years, with the reintroduction of the Order of Purifiers, the Faith has seen a remarkable growth in those wishing to serve the All-Father. However, there still remains an air of stagnation - the Varhelm Hearth lies mostly bare, seeing little of its pious members, while the Norlandic people struggle in their duty to spread the flame. With former High Keeper Alisa Camian passing the torch to Dramyr Edvardsson, it is time to bring us Brothers and Sisters of the Faith closer. We must come together and dedicate our time, our resources, and our faith, so that we may proudly uphold the Father's Tenets not only as individuals, but as a collective. To this end, the High Keeper and Lord Purifier declare today the inception of the Hearth Forum.

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Section I: Purposes of the Hearth Forum

The Hearth Forum will be an organised gathering of our faithful - Keepers, Purifiers, Hearth Brothers/Sisters, and all others who serve the faith in any capacity. The High Keeper will preside over the forum as the Arbitrator, or otherwise a Keeper or the Lord Purifier should the High Keeper be unavailable. The Arbitrator must first and foremost maintain order in the Forum, but otherwise may contribute to discussion where reasonable, holding all (including themselves) to the same standard. All attendees will be given a chance to speak to their fellow peers on any topic within the Red Faith they deem relevant or worthy of discussion. For example, this could be debating interpretations of the Father's Tenets, or sharing information on a particular agent of the Long Dark, or even suggesting endeavours the Hearth could take on to further spread the Father's Light. It is hoped that this will help deepen our collective understanding of the Faith, and spark new life into the works of our warriors, scholars, and missionaries.

 

As a secondary purpose, Purifier scholar-initiates who produce a high-quality work for the Hearth Forum will be awarded a Purity Seal for their efforts, which will contribute towards their promotion to a full Purifier Scholar.

 

Section II: Calling the Hearth Forum

Beyond emergency congregations when there is an imminent threat to the Faith, the Hearth Forum will take place at least once every 4 years, held in the main Hearth Temple - in the current lands of Nyrheim, this would be the Varhelm temple. Dates will be announced at least a year in advance, to give attendees adequate time to collate what they wish to contribute and to make those propositions to the High Keeper, so that a basic itinerary may be formed. Purifier scholars and scholar-initiates may also approach the Lord Purifier with their propositions. Guests may be invited to speak from the greater masses of the Faith, or even from beyond the Faith, as long as the High Keeper approves them.

 

Should something occur that requires an emergency call of the Hearth Forum, this must be made aware to the High Keeper or the Lord Purifier, who will then follow the necessary steps to summon all to the Hearth at the closest available time.

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The Inaugural Hearth Forum

The date for the inaugural Hearth Forum is given as the 8th of The Grand Harvest, 30 SA. All those who serve the Faith are encouraged to attend. Should you wish to make a presentation or a suggestion for discussion, contact the High Keeper or the Lord Purifier. An itinerary will be produced and circulated prior to the forum.

 

OOC:

Saturday 26th June, 5pm EST/10pm BST
Varhelm Hearth Temple (X: -1840, Z: -2641)

High Keeper: Dramyr // Askuzai // Askuzai#5373

Lord Purifier: Viktor Eldrsson // Hyperdron // Hyperdron#6673

 

By Order of,

High Keeper Dramyr Edvardsson

Lord Purifier Viktor Eldrsson

Edited June 25, 2021 by Hyperdron

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Theoderic prepares to attend!