Poetry Unbound Carlos Andrés Gómez — Father
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Dec 14, 2020 In this episode, Carlos Andrés Gómez, a Colombian American poet from New York City and winner of the Felix Pollak Prize in Poetry, dives into the transformative journey of fatherhood. He explores powerful themes like masculinity, love, and the emotional burdens of faith. Through his poem 'Father,' he reflects on his fears and joys as a new dad, while delving into the struggles for connection and understanding in turbulent times. His insights reveal how parenthood reshapes one's perspective on spirituality and responsibility.
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Recurring Themes in Poetry
- Some poets revisit the same themes throughout their work, exploring moments of love and joy.
- These poems capture experiences that profoundly changed their lives.
Theology and Embodiment
- Gómez's poem "Father" explores the concept of God in relation to personal experiences of fatherhood.
- It combines theological questions with embodied human experiences, challenging traditional notions of faith.
From Doubt to Belief
- The poem presents the story of an outreach worker questioning God's presence amidst suffering.
- It then shifts to the worker's own experience of becoming a father, changing his perspective on belief.