“Do not remember the former things
or consider the things of old.
I am about to do a new thing;
now it springs forth; do you not perceive it?”
Ah! The last days of summer are upon us. Drink in the remaining warm and playful days, the sunrays and the vitamin D therein! Soon, the leaves will begin to turn and we will find ourselves in cool weather and darkening days. The last of them are slipping by.
Yet, for the church, we are leaning toward our beginning. On September 10, Plymouth Church will celebrate its Homecoming and begin its church calendar year! Homecoming is a chance for the people of faith to worship, sing and pray together. It is an opportunity to see our friends and co-laborers again as together we do justice, love mercy and walk humbly with God. Furthermore, Homecoming is a choice to remain connected to Plymouth Church, to participate and support its ministries and mission, and to journey together in committed fashion to build together a kindom, a beloved community. Plymouth is your home.
Our theme for Homecoming and beyond is “Where The Heart Is”. The leadership of Plymouth is asking for those of you who desire to be in covenant with Plymouth to sign in solidarity with each other and the Spirit, as we continue to faithfully discern our common path. The covenant is for your time and participation; your gifts, talents and interest; and your financial resources. All of you are welcome!
I am asking you to consider that we hold the former things in our heart, while also believing and knowing that God is creating new possibilities day by day. Many of the former things are beautiful, and needed to be the foundation for what shall be. No matter the difficulties, I believe we can remember the former things while putting them into perspective so that possibilities have a chance to be born in us. God is still speaking!
Let us perceive that there will be right community, joy, love and wholeness beyond this moment. Plymouth will continue to be a home for you and those who are coming. May our open hearts be made ready!
Blessed be. -Rev. Dr. Kelle Brown