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    A New Song: Poems of Life and Faith
    A New Song: Poems of Life and Faith
    A New Song: Poems of Life and Faith
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    A New Song: Poems of Life and Faith

    By B. J. Carter

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    The years have been long, but have passed quickly, since I set out to follow my vocation. While I cannot say I have enjoyed every minute, I have basked in the light of learning and adventure, the "Aha!" of the days of my life. The greatest thrill for me has been the visible ideation on the faces of both children and adults as they have caught the knowledge and passionate awe of the moment. These poems are inspired by those "moments," I hope you will enjoy them as you read. At least occasionally, read them aloud, for they are to be savored, not just alone, but with others. Have fun with my work. I have.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAuthorHouse
    Release dateApr 6, 2011
    ISBN9781456734107
    A New Song: Poems of Life and Faith
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    B. J. Carter

    B. J. Carter is a native of Northeast Alabama. He graduated from Oxford High School in 1955, received his B. A. degree from Birmingham-Southern College and his M. Div. from Candler School of Theology at Emory University. He continued in graduate studies at Emory and later did continuing education at both Cambridge and Oxford Universities in England. Rev. Carter has been a United Methodist pastor for over 50 years. He and his wife, Marie, have 3 daughters, 4 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild. Rev. Carter recently toured and sang with an international choir at both Central Hall and Saint Paul's Cathedral in London. Currently, he is writing, teaching, and developing his next book.

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