The Rev. Harry Howe is not only a preacher, missionary, and health-care provider. He's also a poet.

Throughout this holiday season, The Call shares a few of hundreds of stories and poems from his 40 years of mission and ministry in Marion, Virginia.

November 25: Real Thanksgiving

December 3: The Unopened Gift

December 10: She Sits Alone

December 17: Ring the Dormant Bell

December 24: The Least

December 31: Good News to the Poor

January 6: The Starfish Thrower