What does it mean to be the Church?

What does it mean to be the Church? Over the years countless volumes have been written about this question. I’m quite certain that there is no single “right” answer. Indeed, multiple answers are probably required to even begin to convey the fullness of Church. But beyond all the words that have been written on the subject, I want to tell you that I saw the answer to the question dramatically lived out last week right before my eyes. It was, to say the least, a very full and very emotional week in the life of Plymouth Congregational Church. Our biggest fundraising event of the year (Let’s Talk About It) took place on Thursday, and it was an “all hands on deck” occasion. So many people devoted so much time and energy to making it a success. And that was only the beginning. Two well-attended memorial services and receptions followed over the next two days. So many details required attention. And so many people stepped up and met the challenge. What does it mean to be the Church? Among other things it means people coming together to do what needs to be done to provide hospitality and to bring comfort to those in grief. Thank you for being the Church. Thank you for the privilege of being your pastor.

- Pastor Roger

(keeping my feet firmly planted in the flow)