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In 2002 the General Council Executive issued a Statement on Antisemitism
Excerpt:
…[]The United Church of Canada is concerned that these recent acts are often being interpreted as a response to Israel’s role in the Middle East. The Church however strongly repudiates any suggestion that disagreement with the policies of the State of Israel should lead to attacks on the Jewish people.[]
BE IT RESOLVED that the Executive of General Council of The United Church of Canada:
Invites the church to pray for the peace of Jerusalem. (Psalm 122)
Encourages The United Church of Canada at all levels to remain in dialogue with Jewish and Muslim communities and make every effort to be in solidarity with justice seeking groups within those faith communities.
Implores all parties to make all efforts to stop the loss of life and find a path towards a just peace.
Condemns all acts of violence.
Particularly deplores the intentional targeting of civilians.