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Sh*t Christian Poets Say: The Problems of God-Talk, Sentimentality, and Style (Part 1)

Sh*t Christian Poets Say: The Problems of God-Talk, Sentimentality, and Style (Part 1)

by Jayme Stayer, SJ | Feb 15, 2012 | Uncategorized    ~ Approx. 11 mins

Most contemporary Christian poetry is revolting. For all I know, there may be piles of finger-lickin’-good poems written for Muslim and Jewish consumption, but I can say with certainty that I would rather be crushed under a load of bricks than read another saccharine...

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Do you ever feel overwhelmed and inadequate to meet the demands of life? Michael Bachmeier, SJ reflects on how we don't have to be enough, inviting us to simply bring our small offerings and let Jesus do the rest. Based on the readings for the 18th Sunday of Ordinary Time.

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