Christians Should Denounce Antisemitic Violence

Angela Winter • August 24, 2021

When I wrote recently about the need for Christians to oppose the growing antisemitic violence in the U.S. and elsewhere, I did not imagine I was saying anything especially controversial. It seemed to me a given that Christians should condemn the rising hatred of Jews and the violence accompanying it, whatever the source of that hatred: Jesus calls us to love our neighbors as ourselves.

We present to you an excerpt of a second essay published at the Times of Israel by Angela Winter, a friend of CMJ USA. Angela Winter is a former features reporter with The Baltimore Sun who teaches classes in churches about the history of Christian antisemitism. She writes about Jewish-Christian relations, Protestant Christian theology, and the Holocaust.

I was deeply, perhaps naively, shocked at the responses from some Christian (and some non-Christian) friends to my previous essay. Yes, they said, the increase in antisemitic violence in our country is regrettable. But then they hastened to add that it’s also understanda ble, given what the Israelis are doing to the Palestinians. I could hear the subtext: We aren’t going to worry much about hatred against Jews, these friends seemed to be saying, because we empathize with the perpetrators’ anger. Maybe they weren’t saying it outright but the implication was there: The Jews have only themselves to blame. When I mentioned the rabbi stabbed in Boston last month, one friend told me we must try to understand the feelings of downtrodden pro-Palestinians who are attacking Jews here and around the world. Feel with them their misery, their frustration, she said, quite sincerely.

In fact, I do feel their misery. I also feel the fear and anger of Jews under attack solely because they are Jewish.

Read the complete essay at the Times of Israel.

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Fuel the Mission: CMJ USA Day of Giving, October 14

By Carino Casas • August 25, 2026

2026 has been a remarkable year of connection for CMJ USA. Traveling across the country to meet so many of you in person—at churches, conferences, and gatherings—is always a highlight of our ministry. From our early trips through South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida to our upcoming visits in California, Texas, and Virginia (plus the meaningful Seders and teachings close to home in Pennsylvania), we are deeply grateful for every open door. As we look ahead, we are preparing for a major milestone: launching Emunah in 2027 and introducing it to congregations nationwide. To reach as many communities as possible, we need to build a strong digital and physical foundation today. Here is where your Day of Giving support directly makes an impact: Expanding Emunah: While Emunah will initially launch as a digital download, our goal is to expand into print editions and high-quality video instruction to maximize its reach. Travel & Outreach: Bringing the Jewish roots of our faith directly to local congregations requires flights, rental cars, and boots on the ground. Upgrading Our Digital Presence: We are optimizing our website to make key resources easily accessible and expanding CMJ’s voice on social media to actively counter anti-Jewish rhetoric with truth and clarity. How You Can Partner with Us Today Invite Us to Your Church: We would love to minister to your local congregation in person. Pray for the Ministry: Stand with us in prayer for wisdom, safe travels, and open doors. Invest in the Mission: Consider becoming a monthly donor or giving a strategic one-time gift this Day of Giving. As Director Emeritus Philip Bottomley often reminds us, "The Lord pays for what He orders." We also know He delights in using His saints as conduits of His abundant provision. To our faithful regular donors: thank you. You are integral to everything we do. Will you help us take this next step forward today?