Meet our editors!

Introducing Everyday Epiklesis' first ever editorial team

Dear Readers,

I am overwhelmed with gratitude.

I started Everyday Epiklesis very casually and with very low expectations. I thought it would just be a fun side project for my friends and me to collaborate on and share some great art with folks. In very little time, the journal has amassed a far larger audience than I ever expected. Our last issue had 115 submissions, and our inbox was flooded with applications for the volunteer editor roles. I cannot thank all of you enough for reading, subscribing, and supporting the journal the way that you have. It is a dream come true that I get to do this.

It is clear to me that this journal has become something we must intentionally steward, and to do so well requires collaboration and diversity. So without anything more to say, it’s my honor to introduce you to your Everyday Epiklesis editorial team!

Editor-in-Chief

Harrison Burnette

Harrison Burnette is a husband, father, humanities teacher, writer, and musician. He is an alumnus of Columbia International University, where he studied Music and Biblical Studies. His poetry and prose have been featured in a variety of publications, both digitally and in print. He lives outside of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, with his wife, Reagan, and son, Ambrose. Harrison is delighted to be an editor for Everyday Epiklesis.

Managing Editor

Isaiah Thomas

Isaiah is a Park Ranger and loves to spend time outdoors. He has a BA in English, in spite of this he loves to read. Isaiah finds the intersection of cultures and worldviews particularly fascinating. He is thrilled to be an editor on the team for Everyday Epiklesis.

Communications / Outreach Director

Kathryn Haines

Kathryn Haines is a writer, speaker, and book marketing specialist in Christian publishing. She writes regularly about life-giving motherhood and bringing the reality of heaven homeward on her Substack, Everyday Eden. She lives in the North Carolina woods with her husband, two small children, and ill-behaved poodle. You can find her on all major platforms at “@imkathrynhaines.”

Visual Curator

Vily Kolesnichenko

Vily is an artist and writer based in Pittsburgh who enjoys experimenting with projects across disciplines and mediums. Ongoing projects include running a small skateboard company, editorial videography, and being the best husband to his wife, Esfir and father to their two children. He aspires to bring about truth, goodness, and beauty with his life.

Poetry Editor

Zane Paxton

Zane Paxton is a former Southerner who currently writes from the Heartland. He lives with his wife and daughter and works in college ministry. Zane has been writing and reading poetry for years, and he is excited to join in a new vision for Christian literature.

Creative Essay Editor

Abigail Perez

Abigail Perez is a poet and writer who formerly had work published by Calla Press Publishing, Vessels of Light Journal, and forthcoming in Solid Food Press. Much of her inspiration is drawn from her relationship with Christ and the nature created through Him and for Him. She is currently pursuing the Editing Certificate from the University of Chicago. Her vision is to aid Christian authors in telling their stories authentically and beautifully. Abigail currently resides in southeastern Pennsylvania with her husband and mini-goldendoodle and in her free time enjoys reading, hiking, and ‘being a tourist’ of where she lives. You can find her work on Substack (@aarpzz).

Critical Essay Editor

Jacob Beaird

Jacob Beaird is a musician and writer exploring the intersections of art, culture, and theology embodied in a flourishing human life. He is the Creative Officer at International Arts Movement / IAMCultureCare where he edits the monthly Culture Care publication and supports IAMCC’s staff and programs. Jacob also serves as music director at St. George’s Anglican Church (Helmetta, NJ), and with what spare time remains he enjoys performing in various music ensembles, adding good books to an ever-expanding TBR list, and dabbling in amateur printmaking. He holds a B.M. in Music History & Literature from Wheaton College Conservatory of Music and lives with his wife in New Jersey.

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Again, we are so thankful for all of your support and are looking forward to receiving your submissions for the June issue! Happy Holy Week!