Cosmos of a New Marriage
In his poem, “Cosmos of a New Marriage,” Ronnie Sirmans composes an epithalamium prayer with seven stanzas, each with seven lines, each with seven syllables. Continue reading Cosmos of a New Marriage
Category: Poetry
iPray
In his poem, “iPray,” Ronnie Sirmans examines reading the Bible amid today’s technology. Continue reading iPray
Astonishment of Heart
In his poem, “Astonishment of Heart,” Ronnie Sirmans reflects on being a father and seeing a son grow up. Continue reading Astonishment of Heart
The Color Wheel
In his poem, “The Color Wheel,” Andrew Taylor-Troutman reflects on the vision of Peter regarding unclean animals as a source for creative inspiration. Continue reading The Color Wheel
Those Who Trespass Against Us
In his poem, “Those Who Trespass Against Us,” Andrew Taylor-Troutman retells a true story recounted to him by a parishioner. Continue reading Those Who Trespass Against Us
Lukewarm
In his poem, “Lukewarm,” Andrew Taylor-Troutman was inspired not only by the quote from Revelation but the Parable of the Good Samaritan. Continue reading Lukewarm
How to Notice
In his poem, “How to Notice,” Andrew Taylor-Troutman reflects on the extraordinary in the ordinary. Continue reading How to Notice
Pray Like a Tree
In his poem, “Pray Like a Tree,” Andrew Taylor-Troutman considers the mystery of prayer through embodied actions. Continue reading Pray Like a Tree
The Redemption of Maria Aegyptiaca
In her poem, “The Redemption of Maria Aegyptiaca,” Carol Alena Aronoff recounts the inspiring life of St. Mary of Egypt. Continue reading The Redemption of Maria Aegyptiaca
Christ Has No Body
In her poem, “Christ Has No Body,” Carol Alena Aronoff reflects on the sacred space created by the prayers and devotion of a Saint. Continue reading Christ Has No Body
Ephesians 1:7
In paired sonnets, Jeffrey Essmann reflects on St. Paul’s insight that redemption is grounded in blood and grace. Continue reading Ephesians 1:7
If God Painted By Number
In her poem, “If God Painted By Number,” Patricia Hope paints an ideal day from God’s point of view. Continue reading If God Painted By Number
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