Listening with the heart in quiet prayer inspires the writings of Joann Nelander. Her poetry is prayer and simple conversation with God. It is often psalm-like in its rhythms. It flows from a grounded Catholic desire for holiness of life and spiritual growth, always the sinner striving to be saintly to please God, who would have her "be perfect." It speaks to the human condition, and of the love of Father, Son and Holy Spirit for the beloved creation He made in His image.
Listening with the heart in quiet prayer inspires the writings of Joann Nelander. Her poetry is prayer and simple conversation with God. It is often p...