Council of Centers on Jewish-Christian Relations Urges Churches to Denounce Antisemitism

American society is experiencing the worst crisis of public anti-semitism in a century, according to a statement released by the Council of Centers on Jewish-Christian Relations. With that, they urge churches to combat the rise of antisemitism in the United States and examine whether or not their actions contribute to the spread of prejudice towards Jews. 

Urging Churches to Denounce Antisemitism

At the beginning of the speech, the Council of Centers on Jewish-Christian Relations said that the United States of America is currently experiencing the worst crisis of public antisemitism in a century. This announcement was made during the season of Advent, which is the time when people prepare for Christmas.

A statement issued by the group implores all churches to redouble their efforts to publicly repudiate antisemitism as being opposed to the very spirit of Christianity itself. 

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During an encounter with members of a French group committed to Jewish-Christian dialogue, Pope Francis places an emphasis on the necessity of mutual respect and issues a warning about the rise of antisemitism. 

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