Epiphany Book Study on Richard Rohr’s, The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage

Wednesdays, January 14 - February 11, 2026, 10:00 - 11:30 AM - Parish Hall

Rev. Monica and Genine & Ted Telepak will be hosting a five-week book study during Epiphany on Richard Rohr’s latest book, The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage. Rohr invites us to contemplate: 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 offers a wholehearted and hope filled model for the world today by turning to the writings of the Jewish prophets to reveal how some of the lesser-read books of the Bible offer us a crucial path forward today. Drawing on a century of biblical scholarship, The Tears of Things breathes new life into ancient wisdom, paving a path of enlightenment for anyone seeking a way of compassionate living in a hurting world.

Participants are welcome to attend any or all of the five sessions as their schedules allow. Light refreshments will be available, and participants are welcome to arrive early. Books may be purchased through your favorite bookseller.

Questions? Contact:

Genine Telepak: aztelepak@gmail.com

Ted Telepak: ttelepak@asu.edu