Led by Fred Brown & Paula Benton
Sundays, May 4—June 8 ✧ 2:00 – 3:30 PM
Elk Haven Wellness Center or on ZOOM
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, 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.
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 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.
Join CSW Associates 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 the opportunity to join the group online via Zoom. Please note: we will not meet on Sunday, May 11.
The cost for this book study is $40 for regular admission or $60 for admission plus, which helps underwrite the cost of this and other CSW programs.