The Potter's Poetry Ministry (2PM)
Where faith meets creativity through the power of poetry, spoken word, and artistic expression that glorifies God and touches hearts.
Poetry as Ministry
The Potter's Poetry Ministry (2PM) believes that God is the ultimate Creator and Artist, and He has given each of us creative gifts to express His love, truth, and beauty through the written and spoken word. We gather at 2 PM to celebrate this divine creativity.
Ministry Components
Multiple avenues for creative expression and spiritual growth through poetry and the arts.
Learn various poetry forms, techniques, and styles while exploring faith-based themes and biblical inspiration.
Monthly gatherings where poets share original works, receive encouragement, and build community through shared creativity.
Guided process for creating and publishing personal poetry collections that reflect your faith journey and artistic voice.
Using poetry as a tool for prayer, meditation, and deeper connection with God through creative expression.
Poetry Programs
Structured programs for poets at every level of experience
Perfect for beginners, this course covers basic poetry forms, techniques, and how to infuse your faith into creative writing.
- Basic poetry forms and structures
- Finding your poetic voice
- Biblical themes and inspiration
For experienced poets looking to refine their craft and explore deeper themes of faith, purpose, and spiritual growth.
- Advanced poetic techniques and forms
- Peer critique and feedback sessions
- Performance and spoken word techniques
Learn to bring your poetry to life through powerful performance techniques and confident public speaking skills.
- Voice projection and stage presence
- Memorization and delivery techniques
- Overcoming performance anxiety
Complete guidance through the process of creating, editing, and publishing your own poetry collection or chapbook.
- Collection curation and organization
- Editing and revision process
- Publishing and marketing guidance
Upcoming Poetry Events
Join us for inspiring poetry gatherings and creative expression
Poetry & Purpose Evening
An inspiring evening of faith-based poetry, open mic, and reflection on God's purpose for our lives.
Writing Psalms Workshop
Learn to write modern psalms and prayers in poetic form, inspired by biblical models of worship.
Creative Worship Retreat
Weekend retreat combining poetry, worship, and spiritual reflection in a beautiful natural setting.
Featured Ministry Poets
Celebrating the voices and testimonies of our poetry community
"Poetry became my prayer language. Through 2PM, I learned to express my deepest thoughts and struggles to God in beautiful, meaningful ways."
"I was terrified of public speaking, but the spoken word intensive gave me confidence. Now I regularly perform at church and community events."
"Publishing my chapbook was a dream come true. The ministry provided all the guidance and support I needed to share my faith through poetry."
Poetry Resources
Free tools and guides to support your poetic journey
Poetry Forms Handbook
Comprehensive guide to traditional and contemporary poetry forms with faith-based examples.
Daily Poetry Prompts
30 days of faith-inspired writing prompts to develop your poetic voice and spiritual reflection.
Chapbook Template
Professional layout template for creating and formatting your own poetry collection.
Join The Potter's Poetry Ministry
Whether you're a seasoned poet or just beginning to explore creative expression, 2PM welcomes you to discover how God can use your words to touch hearts and glorify His name.