John Sandeman

Australian Anglican statement on anti-Semitism

The recent attack on a Melbourne synagogue has shocked most Australians. Anglicans are appalled by this attack while people were inside at worship. Freedom of religious expression, and indeed a respect for religious traditionsother than our own, is something we must never take for granted. Confusion...

Anglicans offer synagogue neighbours support, fellowship

An East Melbourne church has offered to contribute to the repairs of a neighbouring synagogue targeted in an antisemitic attack last week. The synagogue was set alight while worshippers were still inside, the second act of arson against a Jewish place of worship in Melbourne...
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