“Odun n lo so pin o Baba mimo “, the song punctuated my sleep that chilly morning. I dragged the blanket reluctantly off my squeezed face, yawned and searched for the light switch on the wall close to my bed. I clicked it and stared helplessly at the … Continue reading A CHRISTMAS OF SPREAD FRAGRANCE by Adesina Ajala – Christmas 2023
“Move!” came the single shout of the Captain, Chris. It lacked the bark of an order, though the loudness indicated it was directed at the men. It registered to a few as a word of encouragement. Minions repeated it automatically … Continue reading WHAT LIES BEHIND FACES – A Christmas Tale by Su’eddie Vershima AGEMA – Christmas 2023
From “Jesu, Joy Of Man’s Desiring” to “Joy To The World” the merriment and joyful spirit of Christmas resounds in every holiday Christmas Carol sung throughout the world. And when I was a little girl first learning how to … Continue reading Joy to the World by Luisa Kay Reyes – Christmas 2023
In the ladies’ bathroom of the funeral home, Helen wiped the tears from her eyes for the third time that morning. The funeral for Tyson would be starting soon, and she didn’t want to look too pathetic. She wanted to … Continue reading A Wasted Life By Timothy St John – Fiction – PAROUSIA Magazine
The healthy Jewish male is chauvinistic, and the culprit intruding on your space is not any different. You turned to stare at him as he walked slowly towards you. His gait was steady; though fatigue was etched across his face. … Continue reading An Outcast among Outcasts by Julianah Samson – Flash Fiction – PAROUSIA Magazine
Kirsty was always afraid to look down that large well of visions. Nonetheless, she frequently did it, just to curb any problem that arose or was about to arise… with mental and emotional preparation for the distress they would give … Continue reading Even Angels Have Flaws by Alexandria James – Fiction – PAROUSIA Magazine
1. Our heroes labour in vein Of what use is a heart if it cannot love For shedding one’s blood for another’s sake Is a mystery of passion, uncommon and rare One that only divine charity can understand. Your body … Continue reading Two Poems from JL Maikaho – PAROUSIA Magazine
In Sharon My God is a blood-red blossom lifted in the morning sun, whispering a jubilant dayspring song, calling from the stones of Zion. From fertile plains of Bethlehem sprang the beautiful rose of Sharon. O, Promised Land, you lay … Continue reading In Sharon by Dale Hensarling – Poetry – PAROUSIA Magazine
IN THREE SENTENCES In three sentences, my father defined faith: The substance of dreams The reality of nothingness The propeller of hope I divide faith like the aboki slices agege in my area: I slice into three … Continue reading IN THREE SENTENCES BY JOEL OYELEKE – POETRY – PAROUSIA Magazine
Calloused Hands I used to want soft hands, but I wasn’t born that wayPorcelain hands, made for ease and admirationOnes that did not have to dig up weeds to see a path forward. Instead of accepting the hand I was … Continue reading Calloused Hands by Jennifer Townsend – Poetry – PAROUSIA Magazine
We met in our fort off Hasbrook St. and Magee St. as we discussed our next football opponent. We were 8 guy’s and five girl’s and our corner was Magee St and Oakley St in Northeast Philadelphia to discuss our … Continue reading Lawndale Athletes against the Devil’s Gate by Dan McMeans – Fiction – PAROUSIA Magazine
“Daddy, do you see it?” Ellie, my seven year old daughter shouted to me as she strained at the harness of her child seat. She was pointing out the window to the sky. I looked at her questioningly via the … Continue reading The Face of God by Stephen Faulkner – Parousia Magazine
A GUIDE INTO THE SACRAMENT OF PRAYERS Pray without ceasing — 1Thes5:17 Start with a note of prayer, watch the roof of your tongue cleft, splinting allusions toward heaven — a glee spirit dialoguing the table before God, where holy … Continue reading A GUIDE INTO THE SACRAMENT OF PRAYERS by Chinemerem Prince Nwankwo – Poetry – PAROUSIA Magazine
. A Walk With God This morning I took a walk and in the distance I could see There was a shade of a man. He said don’t cry, just come to me. He gently took my hand and walked … Continue reading Three Poems from Shane Simmons
There is time for everything under the sun And alas it’s time for you to go, Thank you for the times you Embarrassed me back to my senses. Yeah! What a faithful servant you have been. We may be separated … Continue reading ODE TO MY FAILING STRENGTH by Wokoma Ihekerenma Onyinyechi – Poetry – PAROUSIA Magazine
One day not so long ago I walked Never alone For the world Is always my home It was a late Spring snow Yet I felt Invisible red roses Offering sweetest perfume To my nose and soul There’s such warmth … Continue reading Harmonies of the Heart: Reflections on Life’s Labels and Lessons by Rick Davis – Poetry – PAROUSIA Magazine
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