The correct answer is A. reliable.
The writer was 'an authoritative source' because of her degrees, guest appearances, etc. Thus, she was a source you could rely on, she was reliable, given that she had experience to back her ideas up. Therefore A is the only correct answer.
Answer:
1. They suggest that the glories of nature are just as spiritual as a church, if not more so.
2. They suggest that going to church may not be the best or only route to heaven
Explanation:
The answer to the question is a. Packed.