October
2007
PCU Welcomes New Bridgebuilding Between Muslims and Christians
Progressive Christians Uniting applauds the call for interfaith respect and understanding issued on Oct. 11 by Muslim leaders and scholars from around the world.
The open letter to Christians, signed by 138 noted clerics, theologians, and academics, highlights significant common ground between the two faiths and also underscores the extent of the healing and illumination that are still required if we are to avoid allowing our traditions to continue to support the clash of “ignorant armies,” in Matthew Arnold’s phrasing.
Now Christians everywhere must engage in their own in-depth reflection on the grave damage done not just to the Muslim world but to the integrity of Christian belief itself as a consequence of a continuing demonization of Islam that is actively encouraged by significant segments within the Christian community.