Malcolm Guite

 I thought I had posted something a week ago; it was actually two weeks ago. 

Rather than provide music links during Advent, I’d like to provide a link to my favorite Advent readings.

The pastor/poet/theologian/musician Malcolm Guite has published over a dozen books, many of them poetry, but one of the best ways to experience his poems is to go to his website and sign up for the blog  here. You will receive a daily email during Advent and Lent and occasional poems throughout the year.

Most of the poems Malcolm posts for Advent are written by other poets, but you can listen to him read them in his fine English accent while looking at the work of Linda Richardson, an artist who responded to these Advent poems with original works of art. While there you’ll want to read what she has written about the inspiration for her visual response to the poetry. It is a rich experience engaging the eyes, ears, mind, and soul.

If you aren’t familiar with Malcolm Guite, I’m delighted to provide this introduction. Blessings on you and yours for the remaining days of Advent, Christmastide, and the New Year!