On Friday, October 20, the Temple Emanu-El community held a special Shabbat service in unity and solidarity with Israel. We are grateful for the presence and heartfelt support of our Christian clergy allies.
Reverend Dr. Eric Park of Christ Church NYC, Pastor Jared Stahler of Saint Peter’s Church, and Reverend Ryan Muldoon of the Catholic Archdiocese of New York offered words of unity and support, emphasizing interfaith solidarity with the Jewish community and Israel. We were also joined by Vicar General of the Catholic Archdiocese of New York Monsignor Joseph P. LaMorte, Dr. Yong Jonah So of Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church and Vicar Ivan Kavoleff of The Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity, who lit the Sabbath candles and prayed with us.
Additionally, we were privileged to have Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO and National Director of the Anti-Defamation League, speak to us about the situation in Israel.
For those who were unable to attend or want to rewatch key moments, highlights of the service can be accessed below.
Reverend Dr. Eric Park of Christ Church NYC offers words of comfort and support for the Jewish community.
Pastor Jared Stahler of Saint Peter’s Church highlights the need for solidarity in these challenging times.
Reverend Ryan Muldoon, Catholic Archdiocese of New York, provides words of solace and discusses the importance of prayer.
CEO and National Director of the Anti-Defamation League Jonathan Greenblatt discusses the rise of antisemitism and how individuals and institutions can offer support to Israel and the Jewish people.
