Earth, Our Original Monastery: Cultivating Wonder and Gratitude through Intimacy with Nature by Christine Valters Paintner is a deeply reflective guide to encountering the divine presence in the natural world. Blending Celtic spirituality, monastic tradition, and contemplative practice, this book invites readers to see the Earth itself as a sacred teacher, sanctuary, and place of prayer. Each chapter explores nature’s elements—trees, rivers, stones, animals, and stars—as spiritual companions offering lessons in stillness, connection, and sacred rhythm. With poetic insight and practical exercises, this book helps readers awaken to the Earth’s wisdom as part of their spiritual journey.