What Christians need to know about antisemitism in Britain

Imagine having armed guards at Sunday services, or keeping the location of your church coffee morning a secret for fear of abuse or violent attack. It may seem unimaginable, but this is the reality for many Jews in the UK. Now, more than ever, Christians must show solidarity, says James Roberts

The recent terror attacks in Israel and the ensuing conflict across Israel and Gaza have shocked the world. For all people caught up in the conflict, this is a terrifying and heart-breaking time.

For people in the UK, the situation is also deeply worrying. British Jews may be anxious for friends and family in the region. They may have loved ones who are in danger, who have been enlisted in the war, or even taken hostage or killed.

On top of this, Jewish people in the UK may be feeling anxious about an increase in antisemitism. Sadly, there is a strong correlation between conflict in Israel-Palestine and a rise in antisemitic incidents in the UK. Jewish communities may be targeted with abuse and indiscriminately blamed for the actions of Israel at this time.