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Two Worlds
Our visible world speaks to us of an unseen world, a spiritual world behind a veil, so to speak, with its Creator, angels, and saints.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
July 11, 2022
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Sleeplessness
In the poem Sleeplessness, John Henry Newman writes about trusting in God, and putting aside our pride and self reliance.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
February 5, 2022
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Angelic Guidance
John Henry Newman reminds us that God gives us angels not only to protect us from evil but to guide us to heaven.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
September 27, 2021
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External Religion
Religion is more than just an abstraction; it is a lived reality with outward manifestations, Newman explains in his poem External Religion.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
July 10, 2021
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Liberalism
Newman warned his Anglican brethren of liberalism, taking the bright side of the Gospel, while neglecting the darker view of man’s condition.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
February 13, 2021
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Our Future
In the poem titled “Our Future,” Newman tells us how we should approach the future: by faith and hope, which is impossible without grace.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
January 4, 2021
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Christmas without Christ
In the Verses Christmas without Christ, John Henry Newman reminds us that Christ is the only source of true joy.
Fr. Juan Velez
December 25, 2020
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Introduction to an Album
Using the metaphor of a harp, Newman illustrates how we can give God praise by the music of our lives.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
August 23, 2020
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A Thanksgiving
St. John Henry Newman reminds us that even trials can be blessings and to give thanks for these special blessings which are medicine to the soul.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
November 26, 2019
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The Trance of Time
With the seemingly fleeting trance of time, Newman bids us to listen to the “still voice divine” that gives purpose to life and points to Heaven.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
September 7, 2019