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The Reformed Journal PodcastJun 29, 2022

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“Above the Tree Line” by Lynn Domina

“Above the Tree Line” by Lynn Domina

In this episode of the Poetry Edition of the Reformed Journal Podcast, Rose Postma interviews Lynn Domina about her poem “Above the Tree Line.” Lynn is the author of 3 collections of poetry and a professor at Northern Michigan University. Her articles have appeared in Studies in American Indian Literature, a/b: Auto/Biography Studies, and other academic journals and edited collections. She lives with her family in Marquette, on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior.

Mar 05, 202408:36
Love Like an Ocean (Metaphysicals XIV) by DS Martin

Love Like an Ocean (Metaphysicals XIV) by DS Martin

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews DS Martin about his poem Love Like an Ocean (Metaphysicals XIV) inspired by one of John Donne’s Holy Sonnets. Don is a widely published poet and the Poet-in-Residence at McMaster Divinity College. He's also a series editor for the Poiema Poetry Series. You can listen to other poems in this series in The Reformed Journal Podcast. You can also read the other poems by DS Martin on our website.

Feb 27, 202410:36
“Everything That Rises” by Josiah A. Cox

“Everything That Rises” by Josiah A. Cox

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Josiah Cox about his poem “Everything That Rises.” Josiah is a writer, editor, and educator from Kansas City, Missouri. He holds an MAR from Yale Divinity School and an MFA from The Writing Seminars at Johns Hopkins University, where he currently serves as a junior lecturer. He has served editorial roles with various journals and presses, including Yale University Press, The Yale Review, and The Hopkins Review.

Feb 20, 202410:30
“Oversight” by Paul J. Willis

“Oversight” by Paul J. Willis

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Paul J. Willis about his poem “Oversight.” Paul is a retired professor of English from Westmont College and the author of several collections of poetry. His most recent poetry collection is Somewhere to Follow. His newest project is entitled A Radiant Birth: Advent Reading for a Bright Season, which he co-edited and is published by InterVarsity Press.

Dec 20, 202307:51
"Somewhere in the Judean Hills" by James C. Schaap

"Somewhere in the Judean Hills" by James C. Schaap

On the last episode of the holiday special by James C. Schaap, author and retired English professor, he reads "Somewhere in the Judean Hills."

Today, the youngest shepherd in the hills is the one directed to stay behind with the sheep when the others go to Bethlehem.


Dec 17, 202333:10
“Advent: A Crown of Sonnets” by Eric Potter
Dec 12, 202312:22
“The Shroud of Turin” by James C. Schaap

“The Shroud of Turin” by James C. Schaap

On the third episode of the holiday special by James C. Schaap, author and retired English professor, James reads the “Shroud of Turin.”

Today, a holiday visit to her daughter’s family— far, far away— stresses a recently-widowed grandma who wants, more than anything, for her beloved family not to forget the child come to earth for those he loves.

Dec 10, 202315:56
“Announcement” by Lory Widmer Hess
Dec 05, 202309:07
"Testimony" by James C. Schaap

"Testimony" by James C. Schaap

On the second episode of the holiday special by James C. Schaap, author and retired English professor, James shares “Testimony.”

Today, an arrogant artist who proudly calls himself elitist agrees to narrate the simple holiday program at his church, and is startled to find himself on his knees on Christmas Eve.

Dec 03, 202317:29
"Forgetting Jesus" by James C. Schaap

"Forgetting Jesus" by James C. Schaap

This is the first episode of the holiday special by James C. Schaap, author and retired English professor. Today, an eighth grader, fed up with smarmy Sunday School Christmas programs, races home to find a baby Jesus doll, only to discover, slowly, something she had never pondered about the gift in the manger.

Nov 26, 202314:37
“Anti-Hero” by Nathaniel A. Schmidt
Nov 06, 202313:06
“Desert Eyes” by Mary Grace Mangano

“Desert Eyes” by Mary Grace Mangano

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews Mary Grace Mangano about her poem “Desert Eyes.” Mary Grace has worked as a middle and high school English teacher in several major cities and has published freelance and creative writing. She received her MFA in Creative Writing at the University of St. Thomas in Houston as an inaugural Gioia Family Fellowship recipient and as a member of the first cohort to graduate from the program. Currently, she is an adjunct professor teaching a first-year course on the Catholic intellectual tradition at Seton Hall University.

Oct 10, 202308:59
“Sarah, Long Suffering” by Patricia L. Hamilton

“Sarah, Long Suffering” by Patricia L. Hamilton

In this episode of the Reformed Journal Podcast, Rose Postma interviews Patricia L. Hamilton about her poem “Sarah, Long Suffering.” Patricia is a professor of English at Union University and the author of The Distance to Nightfall. She won the Rasch Award in Poetry in 2015 and 2017 and has received three Pushcart nominations.

Oct 02, 202310:37
“Butterfly” by Harold J. Recinos
Sep 12, 202310:02
Jennifer Holberg’s Nourishing Narratives: The Power of Story to Shape Our Faith
Sep 06, 202330:39
“Nominal APR as Call to Worship, or the Glorious Application of the Immutable Rule of 72 to the Words of the Prophet” by Bill Stadick

“Nominal APR as Call to Worship, or the Glorious Application of the Immutable Rule of 72 to the Words of the Prophet” by Bill Stadick

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews Bill Stadick about his poem “Nominal APR as Call to Worship, or the Glorious Application of the Immutable Rule of 72 to the Words of the Prophet.” Bill has published poetry, fiction and creative nonfiction in The Christian CenturyThe WindhoverRelief Journal, The Ekphrastic ReviewFirst Things and other publications. His poetry chapbook, Family Latin, is available from Finishing Line Press and selections of his work appear in two anthologies: In a Strange Land: Introducing Ten Kingdom Poets, available from Wipf and Stock as part of its Poiema Poetry Series and Taking Root in the Heart: A Collection of 34 Poets from The Christian Century, available from Paraclete Press.

Sep 05, 202309:11
“Harlem Sunday” by Julie Moore
Aug 29, 202343:19
“250th Anniversary: Newbury Congregational Church” by Sydney Lea

“250th Anniversary: Newbury Congregational Church” by Sydney Lea

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews Sydney Lea about his poem “250th Anniversary: Newbury Congregational Church.” Sydney was Poet Laureate of Vermont from 2011-2015. In 2021, He received Vermont’s highest artistic distinction, The Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts. In 2022, he published Seen from all Sides: Lyric and Everyday Life, a collection of newspaper columns on poetry, composed during Lea’s laureate tenure. He is the author of 16 collections of poetry and in early 2024, his collection of personal essays, Such Dancing as I Can, will appear, and later in the year, his second novel, Now Look.

Aug 22, 202320:59
“Nighthawk in Hand” by Ellis Purdie

“Nighthawk in Hand” by Ellis Purdie

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews Ellis Purdie about his poem “Nighthawk in Hand.” Ellis earned a Master’s degree in Creative Writing at the University of Southern Mississippi. He now teaches at East Texas Baptist University. When he is not teaching, he is usually reading, working on his own creative writing, seeing films, or working with animals.

Aug 15, 202311:52
“The Waiting Room” by Sarah Reardon

“The Waiting Room” by Sarah Reardon

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews Sarah Reardon about her poem “The Waiting Room.” Sarah teaches at a classical Christian school in Philadelphia and is pursuing an MFA from the University of St. Thomas Houston.

Aug 01, 202309:41
"Ash Wednesday" by Jill Baumgaertner
Jul 18, 202312:12
“Among Autumn Maples” by Andrew Lansdown

“Among Autumn Maples” by Andrew Lansdown

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews Andrew Lansdown about his poem “Among Autumn Maples.” Andrew is a widely published and award-winning Australian writer. His most recent books are: Distillations of Different Lands, Kyoto Momiji Tanka: Poems and Photographs of Japan in Autumn, and Abundance: New and Selected Poems.

Jul 11, 202309:22
“In Blind Faith” by K.G. Munro

“In Blind Faith” by K.G. Munro

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews K.G. Munro about her poem “In Blind Faith.” Kristen is an author and poet, and has been published by Agape Review, Poetry Potion, Love Poetry amongst many others.

Jul 04, 202308:41
“Slaughterhouse” by Katlyn DeVries

“Slaughterhouse” by Katlyn DeVries

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews Katlyn DeVries about her poem “Slaughterhouse.” Katlyn runs the writing studio at Western Theological Seminary. She is also a Doctor of Ministry candidate and Ginod Assistant at Western.

Jun 27, 202311:34
“The Quiet-Out-Loud” by Jacob Schepers

“The Quiet-Out-Loud” by Jacob Schepers

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma talks to Jacob Schepers about his poem “The Quiet-Out-Loud.” Jacob Schepers is a writer and professor at University of Notre Dame. He is the author of A Bundle of Careful Compromises, and his writing has appeared in or is forthcoming from such places as Verse, The Common, The Fanzine, Entropy, Tupelo Quarterly, and The Destroyer, among others.

Jun 20, 202309:04
“Journey of Monarchs” by Jessamyn Rains
Jun 13, 202309:22
“True Believer” by Kevin LaTorre
Jun 06, 202308:56
“Beginning” by Mark Bennion

“Beginning” by Mark Bennion

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews Mark Bennion about his poem “Beginning.” Mark teaches writing and literature at Brigham Young University- Idaho. His latest book of poetry “Beneath the Falls” was released by Resource Publications in 2020.


May 30, 202310:60
"Sidewalk Cracks (Metaphysicals V)" by D.S. Martin

"Sidewalk Cracks (Metaphysicals V)" by D.S. Martin

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews D.S. Martin about his poem "Sidewalk Cracks (Metaphysicals V)" inspired by John Donne's 19 Holy Sonnets. Don is a widely published poet and the Poet-in-Residence at McMaster Divinity College. He's also a series editor for the Poiema Poetry Series. You can listen to “Garden,” the first poem in this series in The Reformed Journal Podcast. You can also read the other poems in this series on our website.


May 23, 202310:16
“There is a Door” by Kimberly Phinney
May 09, 202310:40
“Jobless Too Long: Variations on a Theme by Milton” by Richard St. John

“Jobless Too Long: Variations on a Theme by Milton” by Richard St. John

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Richard St. John about his poem “Jobless Too Long: Variations on a Theme by Milton.” Richard is a nationally-published poet whose newest collection of poetry, Book of Entangled Souls, was published in June 2022. He received degrees in English from Princeton University and the University of Virginia. He lives in Pittsburgh with his wife.

May 02, 202315:52
“Into the Water” by Dave Warners

“Into the Water” by Dave Warners

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews Dave Warners about his poem “Into the Water.” Dave is a biology faculty member at Calvin University and director of Plaster Creek Stewards. He also teaches a summer course at Au Sable Institute. He and his wife Teri have three children who are involved in a variety of musical, artistic and athletic activities.

Apr 25, 202309:32
“Red-Flowering Currant” by Paul J. Willis

“Red-Flowering Currant” by Paul J. Willis

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews Paul J. Willis about his poem “Red-Flowering Currant.” Paul is a retired professor of English and the author of seven collections of poetry. His most recent poetry collection is Somewhere to Follow.

Apr 18, 202310:29
“Faux Thaw” by D. R. James

“Faux Thaw” by D. R. James

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews D. R. James about his poem “Faux Thaw." David has retired from teaching college writing, literature, and peace studies. He is the author of the full-length poetry collections Mobius Trip.

Apr 11, 202310:48
"Coalsack Nebula" by Laura Reece Hogan

"Coalsack Nebula" by Laura Reece Hogan

In this episode of the poetry edition, Rose Postma interviews Laura Reece Hogan about her poem “Coalsack Nebula.” Laura is the author of Litany of Flights, O Garden-Dweller, and I Live, No Longer I. "Coalsack Nebula" was originally published in America Magazine and will appear in a collection called Butterfly Nebula from the University of Nebraska Press on October 2023.

Apr 04, 202312:01
“Happy Lent” by Justin Lacour
Mar 28, 202309:17
“Lost Fragment from an Interview with Her Maid” by Lynn Domina

“Lost Fragment from an Interview with Her Maid” by Lynn Domina

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Lynn Domina about her poem “Lost Fragment from an Interview with Her Maid.” Lynn is the author of two collections of poetry, Corporal Works and Framed in Silence, and the editor of a collection of essays, Poets on the Psalms. Her most recent book is a collection of reflections, Devotions from HERstory: 31 Days with Women of Faith. She is a professor of English at Northern Michigan University and is Creative Writing Editor of The Other Journal.

Mar 20, 202312:05
Charles Marsh

Charles Marsh

Jeff Munroe interviews Charles Marsh about his latest book, Evangelical Anxiety: A Memoir. Charles is Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Virginia and Director of the Live Theology Project. They discuss Charles’ upbringing in an evangelical family and culture in the South during the late 1960s, as well as his mental health journey as an adult.

Mar 16, 202341:31
“The Fog” by Cole Hartin

“The Fog” by Cole Hartin

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Cole Hartin about his poem “The Fog.” Rev. Cole Hartin is Rector of St. Luke's Church in Saint John, New Brunswick and lives near the Bay of Fundy, on Canada's East Coast. His popular writing and commentary has been published by Christianity Today, The Toronto Star, Huffington Post, and other places.

Mar 07, 202310:14
“Proclaiming Psalm 19 from a Lakeside Dock” by Steven Peterson

“Proclaiming Psalm 19 from a Lakeside Dock” by Steven Peterson

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Steven Peterson about his poem “Proclaiming Psalm 19 from a Lakeside Dock.” Steven is poet and playwright living in Chicago. His recent poems appear in Alabama Literary Review, America, The Christian Century, and other journals. He is currently a resident playwright at Chicago Dramatists.

Feb 28, 202309:52
“Merton’s Surprise” by Angela Alaimo O’Donnell

“Merton’s Surprise” by Angela Alaimo O’Donnell

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Angela Alaimo O’Donnell about her poem “Merton’s Surprise.” Angela is a writer, poet, and professor at Fordham University in New York City where she teaches English, Creative Writing, and American Catholic Studies. She has written 10 books of poetry.

Feb 21, 202311:57
“Psalms Too” by Mischa Willett

“Psalms Too” by Mischa Willett

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Mischa Willett about his poem “Psalms Too.” Mischa is the author of two critically-acclaimed books of poetry: The Elegy Beta and Phases, and is editor of Philip James Bailey’s epic Festus. He teaches in the English Department at Seattle Pacific University and in its MFA program in Creative Writing.

Feb 14, 202310:34
“The 200 Pagan Students of St. Cassian of Imola” by Marjorie Maddox

“The 200 Pagan Students of St. Cassian of Imola” by Marjorie Maddox

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Marjorie Maddox about her poem “The 200 Pagan Students of St. Cassian of Imola.” Marjorie has published fourteen collections of poetry and is Professor of English and Creative Writing at Lockhaven University. This poem is part of her newest poetry collection entitled Begin with a Question from Paraclete Press.

Feb 07, 202310:43
“Hawk Lies Down With Rabbit” by Seth Wieck

“Hawk Lies Down With Rabbit” by Seth Wieck

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Seth Wieck about his poem “Hawk Lies Down with Rabbit.” Seth was born in Texas and received his BA in English and philosophy from West Texas A&M University. In 2018, he won the Rash Award in Fiction from the Broad River Review. He lives in Amarillo with his wife and two sons and teaches high school literature.

Jan 31, 202310:51
Metaphysical Poems by D.S. Martin

Metaphysical Poems by D.S. Martin

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews D.S. Martin about his poems inspired by John Donne's 19 Holy Sonnets. These poems will appear on the 4th Tuesday of each month on The Reformed Journal Podcast. They discuss “Garden,” the first poem in this series. Don is a widely published poet and the Poet-in-Residence at McMaster Divinity College. He's also a series editor for the Poiema Poetry Series.

Jan 24, 202311:08
“The Soul of my Cat” by Sara Kyoungah White
Jan 17, 202308:35
"Did I Know" by Nancy Huggett

"Did I Know" by Nancy Huggett

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Nancy Huggett about her poem, “Did I Know.” Nancy is a writer, caregiver, and settler descendant who lives in Ottawa, Canada on the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg people.

Jan 10, 202312:51
“The Prism of Neat” by Micah L. McCreary

“The Prism of Neat” by Micah L. McCreary

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Rev. Dr. Micah McCreary about his poem “The Prism of Neat,” a poem used as a eulogy for Anetra. Micah is the current president of New Brunswick Theological Seminary. He is also an author of multiple books, as well as a licensed psychologist. He is married to Rev. Dr. Jacqueline E. Madison-McCreary, whom he has one daughter with.

Jan 03, 202315:34
“The Uncomfortable” by Calvin VanErgens

“The Uncomfortable” by Calvin VanErgens

In this episode of the Poetry Edition, Rose Postma interviews Derek Kuyper about his poem “The Uncomfortable.” Derek Kuyper is the creator of Calvin VanErgens, who tells the made-up stories of people from a church that may or may not look a bit like yours.

Dec 27, 202210:10
“Mary Cradles Her Child” by Matthew J. Andrews
Dec 20, 202209:14