Study Richard Rohr’s new book ‘The Tears of Things’

Book Study: Richard Rohr’s Newest Book

The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage

• Tuesdays, June 17- Aug. 5 | 6:30-8 p.m.
• In person and Zoom
• Fr. Garry Richmeier will lead this book discussion.

In The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage, Richar Rohr finds in the writings of the Jewish prophets a crucial path forward and lessons of how to live compassionately in a time of violence and despair.

In his most personal book yet, Franciscan Fr. Richard Rohr finds in the writings of the Jewish prophets answers to questions like:

• 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?

Rohr draws on a century of biblical scholarship and finds the prophets’ writings reflect the full spectrum of human maturity.

In almost every case, the prophets initial rage evolve into a profound pathos and lamentation about our shared human condition and the world’s suffering, Rohr writes. Their journey from anger to sadness, and ultimately compassion 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.

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.

Your can purchase the book directly from Rohr’s Center for Action and Contemplation, here, or your favorite book store. The Kansas City Public Library recommends purchasing books online from the Bookstore.org. Every purchase on the site financially supports independent bookstores. If you need assistance purchasing the book, please contact the Renewal Center.