A Farewell Sermon delivered on Sunday, October 23, A.D. 1842, at the Parish Church of St. Mary Abbotts, Kensington

** "A Farewell Sermon" by Joseph Holden Pott is a religious speech given in 1842 that considers topics like life, death, and how people connect with their religious faith. The text talks about changes that happen in life and how important it is to understand what you’re meant to do at different times. It also stresses how important it is to live in a way that matches your spiritual beliefs. Archdeacon Pott speaks to his church about time and the different parts of life, using ideas from the Bible. He talks about finding spiritual meaning in both happy and sad moments, promising people comfort through God's never-ending kindness. He reminds people to remember what Christ taught and to take care of each other with love and support. Pott pushes his church members to stay faithful and kind, asking them to keep spreading these important messages like hope and community even after he leaves. **