Resurrected

Enclosed in eggshell 
darkness
trembles the earth 
aghast
mouth of rocks 
cracked sighing
veil of temple 
ripped up
tempest of fear
has scattered
wavering faith 
of disciples
at the foot 
of the Cross
are grieving
Mary 
with few others 
believing
flames in the 
distance
from abyss
screeching 
and howling 
with glee
pouncing their win  
over Christ 
the Light 
they think deceased
they can now 
spread evil 
with ease
from His Light
not having 
to flee
eggshell 
cracks open
third day
splendor of Risen 
lights up 
heaven and earth
and disciples 
return with Him
to sup
rejoice lovers of love
sing 
spring birds 
His song
ring bells of the sky
Angels 
with trumpet 
and lyre
rejoice for truly 
is risen 
His blood our sins
has forgiven
all believers 
united rejoice
with His Father
has united us
in love
and the Spirit 
in the glory of 
their joy


Fourth Place Winner: Brian Strand-Premiere 1457-3/30/26
First Place Winner: Brian Strand-Your Choice N -4/13/25
Tenth Place Winner: Regina McIntosh-Easter-3/25/24
Second Place: Regina McIntosh-Easter Contest-4/8/23of the cross
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Kauffman Avatar
March 25, 2024 at 12:25 PM
Frances, congratulations on your win! Wonderfully written. Powerful imagery. Truly a poem written in the spirit of Alleluia! Blessings for your Holy Week!
Mcintosh Avatar
March 25, 2024 at 10:06 AM
Lovely, once again. Enjoyed. Happy Easter and Congrats. Love, Gina
Wonderful poem , Frances He is alive forever and ever
Daniel Avatar
March 16, 2023 at 7:21 PM
This is very profound and impactful, Frances, Regina would love this one:)
Kauffman Avatar
March 15, 2023 at 9:44 AM
So beautiful Frances! A wonderful statement born from faith to the shouts of Alleluia! Best wishes for the contest. Blessings to you.
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