Summary:
The memoir recounts the journey of an Episcopal priest grappling with the challenges of her vocation and her decision to leave her church position. It explores her personal transformation as she seeks a deeper understanding of faith and spirituality outside the traditional confines of organized religion.
Key points:
1. Faith as a Journey: The book highlights faith as an evolving journey, not a fixed destination, through Taylor's transition from a priest to leaving the church.
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