Here is a new sonnet concerning the raising of the widow’s son at Nain. You might like to compare this with the longer poem “Nain” on this website. Here is the new sonnet:
A funeral procession visible A widow bereft of her only son Now facing destitution terrible Death claimed the victory, the battle won.
The Lamb of God, full of compassion deep To free her from her loss, spoke tenderly To her, and to bring her son from his sleep Did touch the bier and with authority,
Commanded that the dead man be raised up; From Sheol’s grip the man was now released, Uncleanness gone, no more grief’s bitter cup, Instead a feast of joy without surcease.
In Jesus, our mourning is turned to joy, In Him is life which death cannot destroy.
As the letters after my surname would suggest, I am a member of a religious order; Third Order, Society of St. Francis. I served a second term of office on the Provincial Chapter of the Order, as Provincial Secretary and Trustee for three years and have since stood down. I have been a Tertiary Franciscan since my profession in 1996. As well as writing poetry, I enjoy the theatre, and have been a member of a local theatre company. I enjoy cricket too, and am a Life Member of Sussex County Cricket Club.
In April 2026, after approximately one year on a "Discernment Pathway", I was received into the Roman Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil. It was such a joyous occasion, being supported by so many people at my Confirmation. Those memories will live with me forever.
I hope you will enjoy browsing over this site, and that you will find something to help you on your spiritual journey.
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