When God Was a Bird - (Groundworks: Ecological Issues in Philosophy and Theology) by Mark I Wallace

The book "When God Was a Bird" by Mark I.

Wallace is a groundbreaking work that challenges traditional Christianity's self-definition as an otherworldly religion, paving the way for a new Earth-loving spirituality rooted in the ancient image of an animal God who signals the presence of spirit in everything, human and more-than-human alike.

Through biblical readings, historical theology, continental philosophy, and personal stories of sacred nature, Wallace recovers the Christian God as a creaturely, avian being promiscuously incarnated within all things.

This beautifully written book shows that "Christian animism" is not a strange oxymoron but Christianity's natural habitat, offering a treasure trove of insights for eco-theology and spirituality.

Highly recommended for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the relationship between Christianity and nature, this book is a must-read for scholars, clergy, and all those interested in exploring new ways of thinking about God, spirit, and the natural world.