Firebrand’s Charles Wesley Poetry Contest!

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In honor of Charles Wesley’s birthday on December 18, Firebrand is holding its first poetry writing contest! Charles Wesley wrote nearly 9,000 hymns during his lifetime, each imbued with deep theological truths to call believers to praise God. During the month of November, the editors invite submission of poetry in the spirit of Charles Wesley. The rules for the contest are as follows:

• Submissions must be received at editors@firebrandmag.com no later than December 7, 2021, to be considered. 

• Only one submission of no more than 250 words per author is allowed. Please include your name and mailing address with your emailed entry.

• Original, previously unpublished works only.

• Poetry will be judged on the following criteria:

  • A reflection of orthodox Wesleyan theology;

  • Aesthetic appeal;

  • Coherence of theme;

  • Appropriate literary devices (e.g., rhyme, meter, use of metaphors, etc);

  • An ability to lead the reader to praise God.

• The judges’ decisions are final.

• Winning poems will be published in Firebrand on December 14, 2021.

• Our top prize winner will receive their choice of a free ticket to the Spirit & Truth Conference held in Dayton, Ohio, the weekend of March 17-19, or a book of their choosing from any member of the Firebrand Editorial Board, price not to exceed $100.00.

• All authors of published poems will receive the highly coveted Firebrand coffee mug and bragging rights in perpetuity.