Social Work Interfaith Alliance: Spiritual Journey

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Spiritual Journey

I am fairly new to my current spiritual journey. I had no religion in my life as a child growing up and it wasn't until I was battling a dangerous and life threatening illness that I began to embrace christianity. I cannot say that I know everything about Christianity, or know much at all, but I do believe. I rely on God now and I try to pray as much as possible. It is rare, if not impossible, to feel the unconditional and unwavering love that God has for me and for all who have faith in Him and his word. The journey I am currently undertaking is exciting, new, and often times somewhat scary. But, I am loving it and I am loving God.
I am not a bigot and I do not preach about my beliefs. I am very open to all of the different interpretations of religion, spirituality, and faith. I am fascinated by all of these things. I look forward to reading other posts and learning more about others' beliefs.
Kendra Heeder

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SWIA Constitution
Fall 2009
Preamble:
SWIA’s mission is to create an open and civil forum to discuss religion/spirituality and social work, celebrate the diversity of belief in the field of Social Work, and to challenge prejudice and misinformation relating to issues of religion/spirituality. We strive to welcome students of all religious beliefs, spiritual paths, and students with no religious or spiritual affiliation into the UM School of Social Work and to give them opportunities to form supportive and worthwhile relationships with their peers.
Article I-Name
The name of this organization is the Social Work Interfaith Alliance, henceforth referred to as SWIA.
Article II-Purpose
SWIA strives to

• create an open and civil forum for discussing religious issues within the context of social work.
• support religious diversity within the field of Social Work by creating a welcoming environment for students of all beliefs in the UM SSW
• combat misinformation and stereotypes that exist regarding religious groups or belief systems.
• contribute to the UM SSW community by serving others and supporting quality activities.
Article III- Membership
Sect. I-Membership is open to all persons who support the mission and purpose of the SWIA.
Sect. 2 – One can become a member at any time by indicating to one of the organization’s officers their desire to join the organization.
Sect. 3- Voluntary withdrawal of membership may be done at any time with a written notice to a student leader of the organization.
Article IV: Officers
Sect. 1
SWIA has three officer positions:
President
Treasurer
Secretary
President plans and coordinates meetings and events. Treasurer coordinates and organizes finances. Secretary takes minutes of meetings, creates and distributes fliers as needed; also is responsible for communicating with Office of Student Services to coordinate events.
Sect. 2
Decision-making powers will be held by the membership of SWIA. Decisions will by made by majority or plurality vote.
Article V. Operations
Sect.1
Any member of SWIA is eligible for office.
Sect. 2
Officers are elected by nomination from their peers. The ballot will consist of an email sent to the President to be tallied. Officers may be elected in September and/or January.
Sect. 3
Officers will assume their positions at the first group meeting following the elections.
Article VI- Finances
Sect. 1
SWIA will obtain funding in the following ways 1) private donations 2) MSA funding.
Sect. 2
Elected Treasurer will be responsible for organizations finances.
Article VII- Amendments
Sect. 1
Amendments may be proposed verbally at any meeting or may be submitted in writing.
Sect. 2
Any current member of SWIA may submit an Amendment.
Sect 3.
Amendments will be sent by e-mail ballot to all members and must pass a two thirds vote. Members who don’t respond to the e-mail within a week of it being sent out will not have their vote counted.
Article VIII- Registration Renewal
Sect.1
Registration will be Renewed every September.
Article IX- Removal of Membership
Sect.1
Officers may be relived of their leadership duties if they fail to fulfill their commitments or engage in unethical/ illegal behavior.
Sect. 2
Officers will be removed by a majority vote from the membership.
Sect. 3
A member of SWIA may be removed if they pose any form of threat physical, emotional or psychological to any member of the organization.
Sect. 4
A member of SWIA may also be removed by a 2/3 majority vote from the membership.

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