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5/8 Jordbro Church

30/8 Gamla Uppsala Church, 3:00 PM

9/9 Vällingby Parish

11/10 Enköping Parish

13/10 Borås Parish, Caroli Church

14/10 Toarp Parish, Gånghästa Church, 6:00 PM

Review of the newspaper Budbäraren

A book of poetry can easily become clichéd, pretentious, or, in the worst case, flat. Not this one. I am pleasantly surprised with each page I read. Many of the poems rhyme, but they don't feel contrived; on the contrary, the language plays itself out like a babbling brook. The texts are both light and deep. After reading the book, I feel it is a good companion on a journey, both a physical one and life's journey. Susanne suggests that the book be used in church services or confirmations, which I also think is appropriate. The white cover has a simple illustration on the front that I interpret as a door, an arch, a window, or a mirror – any of which would suit the theme. Susanne has a knack for speaking truthfully and genuinely about life, and I believe we will be reading more from her in the future.

The poetry collection "Slå följe med Gud"

"Written in free verse with rhythm and rhyme, you succeed admirably. You articulate a journey to God and portray the difficult with honest hopefulness and light. Challenging to recite at times but always well thought out. A good balance between poetry and content. A welcome contribution to the array of Christian devotional literature, regardless of age."

Niklas Bonde, Curate
BA in Literary Studies
Church of Sweden in Haparanda

Hans-Erik Lindström

Hans-Erik Lindström is a priest in the Church of Sweden (retired since 2009) and an author. He was one of the founders of Ny Gemenskap, an association for vulnerable people experiencing homelessness and substance abuse issues. His involvement also included demonstrations for the rights of the homeless and lobbying decision-makers. From 1997 to 2009, he established the Pilgrim Centre in Vadstena and has since led several hundred pilgrimages.

Information about Hans-Erik is taken from Verbum

Multicolumn

  • Johanna Taftö

    "I really like it; for me, the poems encompass both a tribute to the miracle of creation and a clear trust that God is good and a natural embrace to lean on. Thank you for sharing your beautiful poems with us."

  • Petra Karlsson

    "Grateful I bought the book, like a nourishing balm for the soul"

  • Carolina Lindström

    "You truly have a gift, and it's wonderful that you share it with the rest of us. Your language is so beautiful and intimate. I hope this poetry book takes flight and reaches many yearning hearts."
The poetry collection "Slå följe med Gud"