https://christianverse-peter-tssf.net/hearts-on-fire/ Here is the new poem wot I writted during the Quiet Day this week at Chemin Neuf! Pax, Peter.
Author: petrath1
As the letters after my surname would suggest, I am a member of a religious order; Third Order, Society of St. Francis. I am serving a second term of office on the Provincial Chapter of the Order, as Provincial Secretary and Trustee, my new six-year incumbency starting in February 2023. 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.
I hope you will enjoy browsing over this site, and that you will find something to help you on your spiritual journey.
Hearts on Fire uploaded
Greetings everyone, My latest poem, Hearts on Fire, is now uploaded for you to enjoy, especially in advance of Pentecost which we will be celebrating this Sunday. It wasn't the easiest poem to write, despite its short length. It was inspired by the opening talk given at a recent Quiet Day held at the Priory … Continue reading Hearts on Fire uploaded
New poem for Pentecost
Greetings everyone. I have written a new poem for Pentecost, which will be on the site soon. It is called "Hearts On Fire" and was written today during a Quiet Day held with the Chemin Neuf Community at the Priory of Our Lady of England in Storrington, West Sussex, UK. It comprises of nine rhyming … Continue reading New poem for Pentecost
Yet another new poem
Greetings everyone, Uploaded on to the "Personal Experience" menu on the website is my new poem entitled "Easter Sunday 2024." It recalls my taking Holy Communion there and my recalling fond memories of times past when I used to worship there and serve the Eucharist back in the early 1980s. I had been invited by … Continue reading Yet another new poem
It’s here! New poem “Paradise Restored”
Greetings everyone. At last, my new poem is now on the website. There are a couple of introductory paragraphs to give you some information on the new work, which does include my previous poem called "Paradise", which has been retitled "Paradise - Further Vision." It has taken longer than usual to write, in view of … Continue reading It’s here! New poem “Paradise Restored”
Paradise Restored – Update
Greetings everyone, The new poem is almost complete and will have its own separate section on the website. I propose to move my current poem called "Paradise", which is currently in the Pastoral Poems section, to the new specific Paradise Restored section and retitle it as "Paradise Vision." It was based on an old book … Continue reading Paradise Restored – Update
Furthermore……..
The new poem is not now merely based on Revelation 22: 1-5, but will refer to other parts of the same book plus Old Testament and Gospel narratives. More information later. Pax, Peter.
New poem almost complete.
Greetings everyone. My new poem, “Paradise Restored”, is nearing completion. It begins with an introduction, called “Exordium.” Then comes “Fire and Judgement”, which will be in three parts, then “Restoration.” I am deciding whether or not to add a Finale. Watch this space everyone. Pax, Peter.
Work in progress
Greetings everyone. This is to let you know that work on my new poem has started. It has a working title “Paradise Restored” and so far has five sections to it. They are: Exordium Fire Judgement Restoration Finale This may, or may not, be subject to change. However, “Exordium” has been written already and is, … Continue reading Work in progress
New Paradise poem planned.
Greetings everyone, I am now in the throes of planning a new poem concerning the realm of Paradise. The poem will be based on Revelation Chapter 21, vv 1 - 5. I may well reflect on preceding and succeeding verses from Revelation too, and possibly verses from other books of the Bible. The poem will … Continue reading New Paradise poem planned.
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