One of the most powerful pictures of prayer in poetry comes from George Herbert's stunning poem "Prayer (I)." Herbert (1593-1633) was a poet, preacher, and pastor in the Church of England, serving as the rector of the parish of St. Andrews Church, Lower Bemerton. Today is designated as a feast day commemorating George Herbert and …
John Donne, “Annunciation” [Poetry for Advent]
I’ve enjoyed posting poetry series themed around the Christian year in recent years (see “Poetry for Lent,” “Poetry for Easter,“ and "Poetry for Ordinary Time"). I will continue that theme at this time of year with a series called “Poetry for Advent.” Advent explores both the first advent of Christ in the past, which we …
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John Donne, “Hymn to God, My God, in My Sickness” [Poetry for Lent]
Last year during Lent I posted a poem each week that I have found helpful for deeper engagement with Jesus' journey to the Cross and the significance of Lent. I enjoyed doing that so much last year that I am returning to that practice again this year with another "Poetry for Lent" series. Every Thursday …
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Matthew Erickson 