by Tania Runyan Last weekend the "if-I-were-to-get-a-tattoo" topic came up again, this time among members of the church worship team, many of whom sport whirling trinitarian symbols on their biceps. "I keep having this conversation," I say, scooting forward in my chair, already feeling younger and edgier for even addressing the subject. "Maybe one of … Continue reading Invisibly Close: Why I Won’t Get a Tattoo
7.2 is almost ready to ship, so here are some glimpses into the issue. Subscribers will have it in hand by the end of the month. If you haven't subscribed yet, now is the time! Here is what two of our poets have to say about their work, and the role of belief or faith … Continue reading Issue 7.2 Contributor’s Notes
by Tania Runyan We knew Preacher Man had it all wrong, the 6'4" senior who pinned kids to their lockers with the Four Spiritual Laws, popped his head into classrooms to proclaim, "all have fallen short of the glory of God," and waved his Bible as teachers dragged him to the principal's office, pages riffling … Continue reading Blessed Are You When Others Revile You
Rock & Sling 