About the Oracle

       Oracle   is Bishop Canevin High School’s Literary Magazine. It is a showcase for Bishop Canevin student writers and artists. Each year, Oracle publishes two volumes of poetry, prose, short stories, artwork, and photographs created, compiled, and edited by Bishop Canevin students.

       Oracle offers students the opportunity to share their voice and vision with the rest of the Bishop Canevin Community. Editors and staff members meet after school weekly to workshop writings and develop new ideas in a collaborative setting.

Hope is Red

by Julian Bonds | 2017

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Hope is a crimson heart

Shining in the souls of the content.

Hope is a big cherry rose

Swaying in the rough desert wind.

Hope is a cardinal in the snow

Softly chirping in a bitter sea of white.

Hope is a glowing fire at night

Lighting the encompassing darkness.

Hope is a crisp apple in the morning

Invigorating tired eyes.

Hope is the scarlet blood of Christ on the Cross

Offering love to those who follow.

Hope is red.

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Its shade is distinct in the dreariness.

And all can witness its dynamic hue

Which gives them energy to carry on:

Filled with spirited energy.

Submission Guidelines

       Submissions for the Spring 2017 edition are now closed -- we look forward to accepting your submissions again in the fall! The Oracle accepts poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, artwork, and photography from current students and alumni.

       You may submit your creative work by emailing it to weaverj@bishopcanevin.org or dropping it off in Ms. Weaver's room.