Bishop Scheuer calls for dialogue against anti -Semitism in Austria

Bishop Scheuer calls for dialogue against anti -Semitism in Austria

Wien, Österreich - in Vienna took place on Monday a historical meeting of diocesan representatives for Jewish-Christian cooperation in order to strengthen the commitment of the Catholic Church in this important topic. The Linz Bishop Manfred Scheuer invited to exchange experiences and improve networking. The Vienna Oberrabbi Jaron Engelmayer also took part in the encounter, and the pastoral theologist Prof. Regina Polak gave an impulse department. Scheuer was grateful for the exchange, which brought important insights into the challenges and current situation of Jews in Austria, especially in view of the growing anti -Semitism, which has increased in recent years. He emphasized the goal of promoting a safe and growing Jewish life in Austria.

a strong commitment to anti -Semitism

The upcoming “Day of Judaism” on January 17th focuses on the close connection between the Catholic Church and Judaism. Scheuer and other church representatives, such as Bishop Joseph Bonnemain, demand clear solidarity with Jewish communities. In a message, Bonnemain said that current anti -Semitism was an attack on the holiness of God and emphasized the historical responsibility of the Christians. These must actively campaign for the rights and security of their Jewish siblings and recognize the long history of the persecution of Jews. Scheuer described Judaism as an indispensable root of Christianity and encouraged to further deepen the Christian-Jewish dialogue in order to dismantle mutual prejudices and to establish new friendships, as well as Vatican News reported.

The "Day of Judaism" has been celebrated annually since 2000 and promotes awareness of the roots of Christianity in Judaism and the common responsibility between the two communities of faith. This year not only takes office in Vienna, but also in Linz, Graz, St. Pölten and other cities to commemorate the victims of the past and to promote positive cooperation, according to the participants of the meeting. The commitment to a peaceful coexistence is more important today than ever, especially in times when anti -Semitism is visible again in Europe, which was also discussed by the gathered. The voices of the Church and Judaism call to fight together for justice and peace.