Location
Brevard, North Carolina 28712
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Mon, Apr 14 06:30 PM
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RSMP DISCUSSION of A Case for Love - April 17 on Zoom -
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Meditative Journaling with Mary Ann Iyer April 22—May 20 -
Thu, May 15 07:00 PM
"Uh Oh, Bert, Big Bird is in Trouble: The Uncertain Future of Sesame Street -
Sat, Oct 25 12:00 PM
Way of St. Francis Pilgrimage DEPOSIT
About this event
The Tears of Things: A Richard Rohr Book Study
Led by Fred Brown & Paula Benton
Sundays, May 4 — June 8, 2025 2:00 - 3:30 PM Eastern
(will not meet on May 11)
@ Elk Haven Wellness Center + ONLINE
How do we live compassionately in a time of violence and despair? What can we do with our private disappointments and the anger we feel in such an unjust world? In his most personal book yet, "The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage", Richard Rohr turns to the writings of the Jewish prophets, revealing how some of the lesser-read books of the Bible offer us a crucial path forward today. See the official book trailer here: "The Tears of Things" book trailer.
The prophets’ writings reflect the full spectrum of human maturity. In almost every case, their initial rage and their accusatory words evolve into a profound pathos and lamentation about our shared human condition and the world’s suffering. Through astute critiques of culture and institutions, and their journey from anger to sadness, and ultimately compassion, the prophets exemplify what Rohr calls “sacred criticism”—a distinct approach to confronting evil and injustice that acknowledges the wholeness of history, the interconnectedness of every living being, and the reality of a divine and universal love. In this, they set the stage for Jesus, who follows this identical pattern.
Drawing on a century of biblical scholarship and written in the warm, pastoral voice that has endeared Rohr to millions, The Tears of Things breathes new life into ancient wisdom. It paves a path of enlightenment for anyone seeking a compassionate way of living in a hurting world. The book can be locally purchased or ordered at Highland Books in Brevard, click HERE.
Join Fred Brown and Paula Benton for an in depth study of how we can live with compassion during these difficult times. We will meet on Sundays from 2:00 to 3:30 in person at Elk Haven Wellness Center in Brevard. There is also an opportunity to join the group online via Zoom. We will not meet on Sunday, May 11.
