Gospels In Verse, Volume II

About the Book

About the Author

JABEZ L. VAN CLEEF writes texts to encourage creative interpretation of traditional religious observances. He is active in choral singing and has been widely published as a science and technology journalist. GOSPELS IN VERSE, VOLUME II contains his interpretation of the gospels of Mark and Matthew along with other poetry on sacred subjects; and JONES, an original play based on the book of Jonah. This book is meant to be a resource for church or temple musicians who are looking for original ways to refresh the liturgy, either by composing new music or introducing balladic storytelling and theater into religious settings. Jabez (the name, from I Chronicles, means he was born in sorrow) lives in Madison, New Jersey with his wife Anne Matlack, who is a choral director, and their children.