CCJ Statement on Christchurch Mosque Shootings

As Christians and Jews, we feel deep solidarity with the Muslim community in reaction to the horrific massacre of 49 innocent Muslims in Christchurch New Zealand while at prayer this morning in two mosques.

Letter of solidarity to Jewish students at Essex University

Dear Jewish Students at Essex University,

We are faith representatives from universities around the country committed to enabling good relations between Jews and non-Jews.

Statement on vandalism at Whitefield Jewish cemetery

The Council of Christians and Jews is outraged by the despicable acts of vandalism committed at the Jewish cemetery in Whitefield, North Manchester. Greater Manchester Police have stated that they are treating this incident as a ‘hate crime’ and we hope that those responsible are swiftly brought to justice. Read more

CCJ’s response to statements by the University of Essex Vice Chancellor and Students’ Union

CCJ commends the swift action taken by both the Students’ Union and the Vice Chancellor at the University of Essex. We welcome the ratification of the University of Essex Jewish Society and are pleased to see positive action taking place against antisemitism. Read more

CCJ Statement on UCLSU vote not to adopt IHRA definition of antisemitism

CCJ shares Jewish students’ disappointment following the UCL SU’s vote to reject the IHRA definition of antisemitism. CCJ believes that antisemitism should be defined by Jewish people.

CCJ Presidents reaffirm commitment to CCJ’s core mission

At the closure of the Council of Christians and Jews’ (CCJ’s) 75th Anniversary year, the Presidents of CCJ have re-affirmed their commitment to CCJ’s core mission. Read their full affirmation statement:

CCJ Statement on Quaker divestment

It is not easy to understand the purpose of the Quaker statement on divestment from ‘companies profiting from the occupation of Palestine’, since  the Quaker community does not invest in any companies in the region. We note also that the Quaker community is not seeking to divest from any other current conflict in the world.

CCJ Chair Statement on Anniversary of Kristallnacht

CCJ’s Chair of Trustees, Rt Revd Michael Ipgrave, posted this statement on the 80th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the ‘night of broken glass’:

CCJ Statement on Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting

CCJ was horrified to learn of the murderous attack on the Jewish community in Pittsburgh at the Etz Chaim Synagogue while its congregants were at prayer on the Sabbath. ‘Etz Chaim’ means ‘Tree of Life’, and in this attack lives have brutally been cut down through baseless hatred. This was a community that demonstrated love for the stranger, an example to us all. Read more

Statement on the Church of England’s adoption of the full IHRA definition of antisemitism

Today, on the first day of the Jewish New Year, the College of Bishops have sent a timely message of support to the Jewish community. Read more