An Altar in the World: A Geography of Faith Audiobook

" I liked the way Taylor expanded the concept of church and spirituality to move beyond the confines of a building and to the daily doings of each life . "

" I don't quite understand how she reconciles her clear love of the Christian faith with her seeming belief that all faiths are equally valid, but I found lots of this book very thought-provoking and helpful. I particularly valued the chapters on seeing God in other people and keeping Sabbath. "

" Why have I never read Barbara Brown Taylor before? I must now read everything she's ever written. "

" The end is fantastic, but it drags a bit in the middle. "

" If I remember nothing else about this book, I hope I remember well the chapter on being present. "

" Wonderful book!! Not a story but each chapter stands on its on. Used to enhance my devotional time, and it has enlightened and challenged me. Truly a great writer! A MUST READ "

" I enjoyed reading this one slowly, chapter at a time, and leaving time to reflect. I found myself stopping to re-read sentences and paragraphs, just because Barbara Brown Taylor says something so profound, so simply and so well. Like medicine for the soul. "

" I want to live inside of this book. "

" Recommended to me and I'm so glad it was... "

" Reading for the second time. "

" One of those books that I must possess my own copy...so much wisdom and goodness. This is a life-giving book. "

" Date I started this book: November 29, 2010 "

" Didn't just love it like I thought I would "

" Read this as part of a small group study through my church and found the many ways and places we and find God in our daily lives. Not only when in church. "

" This book will reignite your soul. Please, please read it. "

" This is a wonderful book that nurtures a way of seeing the sacred in every day living, including things that would ordinarily seem mundane and boring. "

" I loved the way Barbara Brown Taylor ushers her readers along as she describes spiritual practices. Truly soul-stirring. "

" Loved this!A book that will not live on a shelf, but permanently on my nightstand. "

" I've been reading BBT's writing for more than ten years. This is her best book. Read it! "

" Should be read and re-read - - at least once a year. "

" Stunning in its simplicity, turn of phrase and wisdom. An a-ha on every page. "

" I loved this book. A lot of little anecdotes for reflection. I will go back and read parts again when I need a little spiritual guidance. "

" This is a New York Times bestseller written by a former minister. She encourages you to find the sacred in the small things we do everyday. It wasn't revolutionary for me, but it did cause reflection and was well written. "

" Non-fiction - Opportunities to bring greater intention to each day. "

" Beautifully written book which will make you think differently about yourself and the world around you. Read with Theology on Tap group from church. "

" A great read for a lay Christian and 12 different areas of focus to help one become closer to God. "

" This is a new favorite of mine. Recommended for fans of Kathleen Norris and Anne Lamott. "

" Date I started this book: November 29, 2010 "

" Shelley Laverty recommended this book, and I'm glad she did. The chapter on pain hit home as a 15 year old Timmy Day down the street had a stroke while I was reading it. "

" Loved how Taylor made me see the sacredness to the "simple" things in our everyday lives. Felt like it was a timely book for the season i'm in! "

" Quick read but so confirmed alot of what I believe--and reminded me of it. "

" Read this for a book group, loved it. I had just read her "Leaving Church", would love to hear her speak. "

" Spiritual practices grounded in the everyday makes each moment a prayer to God. "