Międzynarodowa Rada Chrześcijan i Żydów (ICCJ) - Kronika
2022-03-24
75th Anniversary of the Seelisberg Conference - 75 Years of ICCJ
When the Seelisberg conference took place in 1947, Europe was devastated by WW2 and all its horrific consequences. In this context, Jewish and Christian theologians gathered in Switzerland for an "International Emergency Conference on Antisemitism".
2022-03-21
Special Edition "Seelisberg@75", No.1
When the Seelisberg Conference that is known largely for its “Ten Theses” and for the founding of the International Council of Christians and Jews (ICCJ), took place from July 30 through August 5 in 1947, Europe was devastated by WW2 and all its horrific consequences. In this context, Jewish and Christian theologians gathered in the small town in Switzerland for an "International Emergency Conference on Antisemitism". The courage displayed by the participants must inspire us all to pursue our work in particular in these trying times.
2024-05-18
We Embrace Ukraine
In view of the human tragedy developing in Ukraine, the Executive Board of ICCJ wishes to share the following message with member organizations and friends:
2022-03-15
Presenting the Passion … without blaming “the Jews”
In collaboration with its US member organization, the Council of Centers on Jewish-Christian Relations (CCJR), the ICCJ publishes a video series on Jesus' passion.
Jesus’ Passion – arrested, sentenced to death, crucified – is retold through readings in Christian services during Holy Week. Tragically, over the centuries, these retellings have caused enmity between Christians and Jews and have even led to murderous violence. Such sinful consequences are contrary to the Good News of Christ.
2022-03-20
The Jewish Conscience behind the Ten Points of Seelisberg
As an opening of a series of events marking the 75th anniversary of the Seelisberg conference the ICCJ offers a webinar entitled "The Jewish Conscience behind the Ten Theses of Seelisberg" on Sunday, March 20, 6 p.m. UTC. Registration for participants is open!
2022-03-03
The Jewish or Christian 'Other' in Teaching and Preaching
At ICCJ's invitation more than 50 international experts and delegates from ICCJ member organizations gathered online at two days in February for a consultation on the topic "The Jewish or Christian 'Other' in Teaching and Preaching". Read here some reflections and impressions of participants.
2022-03-02
New articles are available on JCRelations.net
Within this:
Jesper Svartvik: “I Have Come Not to Abolish but to Fulfil”. Reflections on Understanding Christianity as Fulfilment without Presupposing Supersessionism. Article
2022-02-01
JCRelations: new articles - february edition
Including:
- Lydia O’Kane: Holocaust Remembrance Day: 'Dialogue creates connection and understanding'. Report
- Devin Watkins: Pope: ‘Never repeat unspeakable cruelty of Holocaust’. Report
- Fight Antisemitism, Protect Jewish Life: Declaration on the 80th Anniversary of the Wannsee Conference. Statement
- Aaron J. Koller: Jewish Theological Responses to the Holocaust. Book review