Description Pigeon Prayers and Praises is a unique Collection of Christian Poetry by Mary Ahlstrom Palmquist, a former English teacher and egular chapel homilist at Gustavus Adolphus College, St.
Trumpeter Pigeons with their odd vocalizations and calls perfectly illustrate the different voices of prayer
Fantail Pigeons are a flashy breed, displaying beauty and grace and training their young to fly
Damascene Pigeons, who look almost blind to the naked eye, are a rare breed, trained for ample flying time (the author describes them as "new beginning pigeons;" Rock Pigeons are often seen in rocky fortress-like cliffs
Helmet Pigeons are a metaphor for Christians in spiritual battle
Archangel pigeons are ministering angels
King Pigeons are sacrificed for food
Pouter Pigeons are puffed up with pride; and Homing Pigeons are obedient birds, always faithful to return to their master..
Others speak to the condition and longings of the heart.
Worship and prayer are central themes in the 200 poems included in this fascinating collection.
They struggle to maintain flight patterns propelling them to their destination, intimacy with a gracious and loving Father.
They offer the Prayers and praises of ordinary people who love and worship God.
Ordinary domesticated pigeons and fancy show pigeons become the metaphoric voices of Christians carrying the message of salvation and redemption.
Peter, Minnesota, during the years she was in their employ.
Description Pigeon Prayers and Praises is a unique Collection of Christian Poetry by Mary Ahlstrom Palmquist, a former English teacher and egular chapel homilist at Gustavus Adolphus College, St
