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The Poetry Patch

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Poetry touches our deepest emotions. It can stir us to action, or bring us peace. We invite you join our talented readers, and enjoy whatever poem you pick.
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Episodes

S10E3 - Veronica by Julianne Leonard

As Jesus was carrying his cross on the road to Calvary, he met a woman named Veronica. This is typically known as the sixth station of the cross. Listen to this poem written by Julianne Leonard that expresses her heartfelt compassion for Jesus. Read by Leigh Anne Jerz. A Production of We Are One Body® Audio Theatre.

Apr 13, 20255 minSeason 10Ep. 3

S10E2 - Nicodemus by Julianne Leonard

Nicodemus was an older Pharisee and member of the Sanhedrin that believed in Jesus, but didn’t have the courage to show it publicly. Listen to this compelling poem by Julianne Leonard written from his perspective in the days leading up to Jesus’ death and burial. Read by Dennis Jerz. A Production of We Are One Body® Audio Theatre.

Mar 30, 20258 minSeason 10Ep. 2

S10E1 - A Prayer in Spring by Robert Frost

Where can you find peace and happiness? Perhaps listen and pray this poem, “A Prayer in Spring” by Robert Frost. Read by Renee Stockberger. A Production of We Are One Body® Audio Theatre.

Mar 21, 20251 minSeason 10Ep. 1

S9E3 - Four-Leaf Clover by Ella Higginson

Each leaf of the clover has a meaning behind it according to Ella Higginson’s poem, “Four-Leaf Clover.” Listen to hear what she suggests and where the clover grows. Read by Dana Flowers. Our Audio Engineer was Jacob Gorsich. A Production of We Are One Body® Audio Theatre.

Mar 15, 20241 minSeason 9Ep. 3

S9E2 - Woods in Winter by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

As seasons change, so do the sounds within nature. Listen as Henry Wadsworth Longfellow describes what he hears in his poem, “Woods in Winter.” Read by Paul Fox. Audio Technician Jacob Gorsich. A Production of We Are One Body® Audio Theatre.

Jan 19, 20242 minSeason 9Ep. 2

S9E1 - The Three Kings by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Listen to the ’s poem, “The Three Kings” that describes the visitors from afar who came to see Jesus at the time of his birth. Read by Pat Conroy. Audio technician was Jacob Gorsich. A Production of We Are One Body® Audio Theatre.

Jan 05, 20244 minSeason 9Ep. 1

S8E8 - Angel of Charity by Thomas Moore

A poem written by Thomas Moore that describes the Angel of Charity dwelling above in heaven with a smile of love. Read by Dana Flowers.

Oct 27, 20221 minSeason 8Ep. 8

S8E7 - Little Orphant Annie by James Whitcomb Riley

This poem describes how Little Orphant Annie teaches children how to be on their best behavior so the "goblins" don't get them. Written by James Whitcomb Riley and read by Paul Fox.

Oct 27, 20223 minSeason 8Ep. 7

S8E5 - Goblin Feet by J.R.R. Tolkien

J.R.R. Tolkien writes of one using their imagination as they gaze upon the beauty of nature around them. Read by Paul Fox.

Sep 22, 20222 minSeason 8Ep. 5

S7E31 - Christmas Carol

This beautiful Christmas poem, tells of all of those who came to visit the newborn Jesus. Written by Sara Teasdale and read by Hyery Hwang.

Dec 15, 20212 minSeason 7Ep. 31

S7E30 - Hora Novissima

A request for a peaceful death, not surrounded by friends, but surrounded by the Lord and the Blessed Mother. Jason Leikam reads this John Henry Newman poem.

Nov 03, 20211 minSeason 7Ep. 30

S7E29 - Saint Michael

The great archangel, St. Michael, is captured in this poem by John Henry Newman and read by Chris Paluzzi.

Sep 29, 20212 minSeason 7Ep. 29

S7E28 - The Theologian's Tale

Love the Lord by loving all of God's children. Edward Roberts reads this Henry Wadsorth Longfellow poem.

Sep 01, 20216 minSeason 7Ep. 28

S7E27 - The Assumption of Mary

Dana Rizzo reads this poem about the Blessed Mother and her assumption to heaven. Written by St. Alphonsus de Liguori.

Aug 11, 20212 minSeason 7Ep. 27

S7E25 - James and John

Two brothers. Two apostles. Two saints. Listen as Tony Chiappetta reads this poem by John Henry Newman.

Jul 21, 2021Season 7Ep. 25

S7E24 - A Day of Sunshine

Matthew Wojtechko reads this encapsulating poem about sunshine, written by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

Jul 14, 20212 minSeason 7Ep. 24

S7E23 - To the Fourth of July

A telling poem about a search for freedom. Written by Vivekananda and read by Jason Leikam.

Jun 30, 20212 minSeason 7Ep. 23

S7E21 - Consolation

Dana Rizzo reads this encouraging poem by John Henry Newman.

Jun 09, 20211 minSeason 7Ep. 21

S7E20 - Memorial Day

Scott Walton reads this poignant poem about Memorial Day by Alfred Joyce Kilmer.

Jun 02, 20211 minSeason 7Ep. 20
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