A GIFT; JOY TO THE WORLD by Tanki Sentsho | Joy to the World Issue 14 | PAROUSIA

What a time, What a season, Christ being the reason A time for jubilation and ululations For He saved us from our tribulations A time to celebrate and embrace the memory of the one who was born to save creation A sacrifice brought to sanctity A King born that we may testify and glorify A gift that has brought joy to the world He was sold, He was bold, He did all that He was told He was born in a manger so we may be free from danger Given up as a ransom we could never afford Given up … Continue reading A GIFT; JOY TO THE WORLD by Tanki Sentsho | Joy to the World Issue 14 | PAROUSIA

Searching for God: The Grand Artist and Creation by Michael Colon | Joy to the World Issue 14 | PAROUSIA

Art is a method of expression that involves imagination, personal experiences, and creative technical skills. Artistic expression takes on many forms, such as paintings, sculptures, music, film, literature, and other sensory-based stimulants that trigger human emotions and thought processes. Art is not just in museums; it is all around us, hung up and plastered onto every corner of life. From the changes in the sky, the colorful flowers that bloom during spring, all the variants of animals, and the noises they make, nature encompasses God’s artistic will. All of the beautiful gifts this world has to offer come from the … Continue reading Searching for God: The Grand Artist and Creation by Michael Colon | Joy to the World Issue 14 | PAROUSIA

LOVE AND JOY CAME DOWN ON CHRISTMAS by Udochukwu Chidera | Joy to the World Issue 14 | PAROUSIA

1) On the first day of Christmas, I placed the sole star on the pear tree as dust, Repainted the rooftops a dull reddish brown colour of rust, The air smelt metallic as Vaseline jars tended to our chapped lips, The halls are decked with boughs of neon holly, ivy and sunshine, 2) On the second day of Christmas, the bellies of runways, Were blessed with landing airplanes just like the two doves who bore peace, I woke up to the smell of curry and crow of three French hens on the third Yule day, Love came down on Christmas … Continue reading LOVE AND JOY CAME DOWN ON CHRISTMAS by Udochukwu Chidera | Joy to the World Issue 14 | PAROUSIA

A Different Gift of the Magi by Tabassum Tahmina Shagufta Hussein | Joy to the World Issue 14 | PAROUSIA

Shasha was surfing through her Instagram page. She was looking for a present for her dad. He was a busy man. Shasha wanted to believe that her dad loved her more than anyone else in the world. He was a funny person. They used to have the quality time together. She noticed the change in her dad. Fourteen years old Shasha could hardly remember happy memories of her parents being a happy couple. There were always fights, shouts, slamming doors. And there was always a distance. The things were too bad that Shasha didn’t want to recall the memories. Her … Continue reading A Different Gift of the Magi by Tabassum Tahmina Shagufta Hussein | Joy to the World Issue 14 | PAROUSIA

Christmas Hope by Ellie Wakeman | Joy to the World Issue 14 | PAROUSIA

‘Twas the night before Christmas, and only God knew, tonight was the night, His Promise would break through.His people awaited hundreds of years, now it was time, God would triumph over all fears In the midst of getting up early, working through the night, mankind trying to carve out a good life with all their might. You see, many thought life was left up to them, tired and weary, with what seemed to have no end.Their motto became, “there’s work to do,”not knowing God was making all things new. Rolling up their sleeves, working hard just the same,the goal was … Continue reading Christmas Hope by Ellie Wakeman | Joy to the World Issue 14 | PAROUSIA

THE CONFLUENCE: Spirituality meets Creativity | Event | PAROUSIA

Dear Friends, We are excited to invite you to Parousia Collective’s first virtual event, “The Confluence: Spirituality meets Creativity.” This event will be held on Saturday 24th December 10 AM WAT –  9 AM GMT and will feature a variety of exciting program elements, including: Panel Discourse with Su’eddie Vershima Agema and Dr Nsah Mala Creative Writing Talk Parousia Poetry and Short Story Anthology Launch Parousia Magazine Joy to the World Issue 14 Launch Award of Parousia Christmas Short Story PrizeWe are thrilled to be able to bring this event to you virtually, and we hope that you will join … Continue reading THE CONFLUENCE: Spirituality meets Creativity | Event | PAROUSIA