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Month: September 2021

Poetry

The Nets Did Not Break

In her poem, “The Nets Did Not Break,” Rachel Grandey captures the moments of the Apostles after the numbing horror of the crucifixion, as they are out fishing, just before the Lord greets them on the shore, offering not only encouragement to try again, but also physical nourishment. Continue reading The Nets Did Not Break

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Sorrows in Senryu

In the syllabic verse, “Sorrows in Senryu,” Mary Sayler remembers the many Psalms of lament, almost always ending on an uplifting note or praise. Continue reading Sorrows in Senryu

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Tenterhooks

In her free verse poem, “Tenterhooks,” Mary Sayler considers how the Angel’s encounter with the young Mary, Mother of Jesus might have gone. Continue reading Tenterhooks

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The Woman Who Once Loved Paul: a Fiction

In her sonnet, “The Woman Who Once Loved Paul: a Fiction,” Mary Sayler explores some possibilities in the life of the Apostle Paul. Continue reading The Woman Who Once Loved Paul: a Fiction

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A Neon Gospel

In his poem ‘A Neon Gospel’, Alan Garrigan considers the importance of faith and its relation to immortality and the Catholic vision of salvation. Continue reading A Neon Gospel

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Sacramentum

In his poem ‘Sacramentum’, Alan Garrigan considers the importance of the doctrinal, elevating the sanctus of ritual. Continue reading Sacramentum

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Three Nocturnes

In his set of three nocturnes, Jeffrey Essmann juxtaposes darkness and light. Continue reading Three Nocturnes

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The Fear of God

In his poem, Jeffrey Essmann reflects on the fear of God. Continue reading The Fear of God

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As Jesus Walked

In his poem ‘As Jesus Walked’, Jeffrey Essmann depicts the miracles of Christ. Continue reading As Jesus Walked

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Collect for Equality

In her poem ‘Collect for Equality,’ K.M.P. McGee reflects on Martha’s sister, Mary. Continue reading Collect for Equality

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The Prodigal Son’s Sister

In her poem, Susan E. Wagner reimagines the Parable of the Prodigal Son from a fresh perspective. Continue reading The Prodigal Son’s Sister

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A Homeless Woman In Ancient Jerusalem

In her poem, Susan E. Wagner depicts a homeless woman in ancient Jerusalem. Continue reading A Homeless Woman In Ancient Jerusalem

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