"The poems in this anthology exhibit the range of Roman Catholic poetry being written today, from the devotional poetry of Pope John Paul II, to the poems of Gabriela Mistral. Arranged by use of the liturgical calendar, the feasts and seasons of the Church are interpreted and reflected upon by well-known poets such as Annie Dillard and Denise Levertov, as well as by talented emerging poets. This anthology addresses the idea of spirituality as explored through poetry.". "Selected contributors include: Denise Levertov, Les Murray, Annie Dillard, Robert Fitzgerald, Paul Mariani, Dana Gioia, Bruce Bond, Pope John Paul II, Thomas Merton, as well as 55 other poets."--BOOK JACKET.