A Statement on the Manchester Synagogue Stabbing
Friday 3rd October 2025Bishop John has shared a statement following the devastating stabbing at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue earlier today:
“The local Catholic community stand united in our prayers for the Jewish community following the tragic attack on a synagogue in Manchester, especially on this sacred day of Yom Kippur.
“We condemn such acts and pray for those who have died, the injured, emergency responders, and all affected.
“Let us work together in hope to strengthen our community solidarity. We must remain united in our common beliefs against those who sow hatred and division.
“We also pray for peace and tolerance around the UK and the world.”
Rt. Rev. John Arnold,
Bishop of Salford.
Suggested Bidding Prayer
Fr Paul Cannon, our Episcopal Vicar for Dialogue, has suggested the following Bidding Prayer for you to include in Masses this weekend, or in your own prayers at home:
We pray especially today for our Jewish brothers and sisters caught up in the dreadful events in Crumpsall, and ask the Lord to embrace those who have died in his love and grant them eternal rest.
Assuring their community of our love, solidarity, and support so that together we may gain the peace that is lasting for all peoples.
Lord in your mercy
Hear our prayer…..
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