How do we process unanswered questions and gaps in memory, especially regarding war and wounds? Pastor Poet Patrick Hansel gives us some clues in his new book Quitting Time.
Category: The Process of Poetry
How to Gain Perspective During National Poetry Month
Check out these poetry readings in celebration of National Poetry Month, which demonstrate how poetry can connect us across time and space, and offer us some much-needed perspective.
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What Benefits Do We Gain When We Share Poetry Together?
What are poetry feedback groups, and why do they matter? Check out my article about my own experience of finding God through leading poetry feedback groups.
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“Art + Faith: A Theology of Making” Book Review
"Art and Faith: A Theology of Making" is good news for artists, poets, and other contemplatives. Check out my recently published review of this empowering book.
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Poetry as Cure for Being Gaslit
Poems (and psalms) alone are not sufficient to address injustice. But they can be a first step in the right direction.
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When God Saves Our Lives Through Poetry: An Interview with Malaysian Poet Ezra Jalin
A discussion about the poetry scene in Malaysia, as well as poetry's role in activism, mental health, and faith.
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Why I Swapped Postcard Poetry with Strangers This Summer
Hint: it has something to do with the prophetic voice, wonder, and fire pits.
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How Writing and Sharing Poetry Encourages Humility
Despite my best efforts, I can't always control the results of a poem.
