Smothered with Inexhaustible Mercy

“Having read Mark Boyer’s books and poetry over the years, this book of poetry is a metaphoric pilgrimage of Mark’s life, and we are privileged to journey with him on his pilgrimage of life. We are also invited to stop as he stopped to reflect on our own lives and discover just how risky our lives are. I would recommend a slow reading because each poem stands on their own and can be savored for their insight and wisdom.”


—Vernon Meyer, adjunct professor of theology, Grand Canyon University





“In this eclectic collection of poems, Mark Boyer explores a multi-layered landscape of wonder and beauty found in nature, friendships, places, religion, and more. Sharing insights gleaned through the peace of misty morning fog to the violence of Vesuvius, contemplating both darkness and light, Boyer embraces a life of simple existence and shares glimpses of mystery, the ‘Lifelight’ of our Creator, hidden within.”


—Jane E. Terry, academic administrative assistant, Missouri State University





“This anthology of poems deftly combines the spiritual, the majesty and wonder of nature, and the beauty of human relationships. Spanning nearly fifty years, these poems capture well-earned revelations into the human experience. Using beautiful language to describe the essential elements of a life well lived, Mark Boyer leads the reader on a journey of self-discovery and insight into the human condition that is remarkable and wonderful.”


—Michael J. King, aerospace engineer





“With this distinctly personal collection of poems, fifty years in the making, the spiritual master offers a gaze into his own spiritual journey. You will find verse inspired by the grandeur of nature and the nostalgic comfort of the seasons; poems that explore the philosophy of existence and the wisdom in the mundane. In an anthology that is both hauntingly familiar and refreshing in perspective, you are guaranteed to find something to stir the spirit.”


—John Kossler, ecologist, Western Meridian Resources