"Learning to Walk in the Dark",
 by Barbara Brown Taylor

In Learning to Walk in the Dark, Barbara Brown Taylor challenges readers to reconsider their cultural and spiritual perceptions of darkness. Drawing from her own experiences and biblical metaphors, she encourages a deeper exploration of the unknown, often associated with fear and discomfort, as a place where spiritual growth and transformation can occur.

Taylor reflects on the dichotomy between light and dark in religious traditions, where light is often equated with goodness and God, while darkness symbolizes evil and separation from God. She argues that this oversimplification denies the rich spiritual lessons that can be found in darkness. By embracing darkness rather than avoiding it, individuals can develop a more profound trust in God and discover unexpected blessings.

The book combines personal anecdotes, historical and theological insights, and practical guidance for navigating life’s figurative and literal dark times. Taylor invites readers to see darkness as a necessary and enriching counterpart to light, urging them to embrace uncertainty, confront fears, and find the divine in places they may not expect.

Learning to Walk in the Dark ultimately offers a fresh perspective on spiritual growth, encouraging readers to live with courage and faith even when clarity and certainty are absent.

Each Sunday, our Adult Sunday School class discusses another chapter from the book. Join us Sundays starting at 9:30 am to listen to and take part in a discussion of each chapter of this thoughtful book through March. Everyone is welcome.