Raych Jackson reads "Church Girl Learns to Pray Again"

The video explores a poem from the collection 'Even The Saints Audition', focusing on themes of faith, family, and personal struggles. The poem reflects on the author's experiences with prayer, resistance, and the search for forgiveness and blessings. It highlights the tension between familial religious practices and personal beliefs, ultimately finding solace in shared life and gratitude.

What is the main theme of the poem 'Church Girl Learns To Pray Again'?

• A celebration of family traditions

• A struggle with faith, shame, and girlhood

• A journey of self-discovery and acceptance

• A critique of modern society

How does the narrator feel about her family's prayer routine?

• She finds it comforting and reassuring

• She feels embarrassed and resistant

• She is indifferent to it

• She actively participates with enthusiasm

What does the narrator hope for during her family's prayers?

• That God will bless her family

• That God will forget her

• That her parents will stop praying

• That she will find peace

In the narrator's personal sanctuary, what does she appreciate about her partner?

• His ability to cook

• His silent prayers for her

• His financial support

• His musical talent

What realization does the narrator come to by the end of the poem?

• That she is undeserving of love

• That God does not listen to sinners

• That she must change her ways

• That she is blessed despite her flaws