In his haunting poem “Ninth-Circlers,” Zachary Bartles harnesses the sonnet form to meditate on his Inferno-esque themed poem, which is a true modern feat made in homage to the Renaissance.

Courtney Moody writes about the laborious sacrifice of the artist’s work, the pain required to grow, and the beauty of a new age of renaissance in her trio of poems.

Through the lens of the seemingly mundane, Katie Drobina eloquently reminds us of the hope we have in her poems “In the Kitchen on Ash Wednesday” and “Birdsong.”

In “Dandelion in February,” Elizabeth Houseman recognizes those who truly see others and make them feel like they belong. “The Woman I Am” is both lament and anthem for accepting the path before you, even when it looks different than you imagined.

In her maternal poetry, Chelsea Fraser mediates on motherhood, life, anticipation, and wholeness in her nature and literature-inspired work.

In her trio of poems, Alexis Ragan celebrates life, light, spring, and the beauty of second chances after a dark season in her life.

Bre Strobel reflects on change, growth, and gentle wisdom in her poems “Nature Study” and “Burnout.”

In her immersive and intimate prose poem, Bri Odom tells the tale of heartbreak, loss, and a renewal of faith as she moves through powerful nature imagery, like trees and storms.

In her brief yet poignant poem “Hold the Divine,” Mariana Mosli mediates on the great banquet that awaits us in the Spirit.

Joel Adcock shares his rhythmic poem called “Rain Is My Revival,” exploring how life’s rains can revive the soul.

Deborah Rutherford brilliantly paints images of beauty and hope. Her words capture transformation while pointing toward God. Spring breathes life into our souls, and it’s on the way in her poetry.

Spring invites us to taste the promise of renewal, and “A Prayer for Spring” is a stunning depiction of hope. Cheryl Safarin provides strength, upholding us as we bloom.

Sarah Steele once again challenges us to lean into the process of becoming and embrace the world around us in her beautifully relatable poems, “Open Up” and “A Better Gardener.”

In “Raindrop Stories,” Lee Kiblinger poetically evokes renewal. Every raindrop bears a story. Rebirth and joy are on the way, bursting into the heavens.

Kimberly Phinney expertly offers four haikus that tell a story of being dismissed and hated—and then blooming anyway in faith, strength, and love. They are paired with her professional flora photography.

In her moving poetry, Christel Jeffs meditates on brokenness, pain, and the power of holy and wholly healing.

In “If I Step Into the Light,” Megan Willome explores the audacity of a wildflower showing up in full bloom. “Golden-cheeked Warbler” shows how one little bird has much to tell us about life.

In “Tears,” Sue Fulmore demonstrates how our tears during suffering become the beginnings of new life.

Through the cherry-petal sidewalk snow in the luminous spring glow, “Joy Returns,” by Lori Smith, breathes life. Through the One who holds us, comes everlasting joy.

While gazing into the euphoric blue sky, Pat Severin’s poetry marvelously captures her spiritual journey. Her words provide guidance, peace, and solace, as we’re not alone on this earth.