Dear Friends,

We are under construction. We are building something at Talmadge Hill. No, we aren’t planning any big renovations to our charming 150-year-old building any time soon. But we are building our faith, we are building God’s kingdom and we are building the future for us, our community and generations that come after us. You are a vital part of that.

The future isn’t just some place “out there” that we are reaching for. As poet Emily Dickinson said, “forever is composed of nows.” What can you commit to now that will fuel the forever you envision?

As we ponder all the spiritual gifts of the Thanksgiving season and as we think about the “harvest” of our lives, it is a wonderful time to think of how we use these gifts. That is the essence of Stewardship. Think about how you demonstrate your commitment to God and your commitment to growing your faith. Think about your role in creating the possibilities that generate the hope that is woven into the fabric of your life and the fabric of the world. It is all connected.

Our future as a church is one of possibility and hope and it reflects our commitment to God and each other. As we build our future and as we watch it unfold together, I hope that our generosity will help us encounter new dimensions of our faith and new possibilities for our amazing church community. There is always something beyond the present. Let’s demonstrate our bold hope by generously committing to all that you will be and all that we can build together.

Love,
Cheryl