I am responding to Rhoda Grill’s letter of June 4 in which she states that only one person she spoke with at eight Newton churches agreed to have the church display a “Stand against Antisemitism” lawn sign on its property. Good for that standout church. As Grill writes, “churches have a unique opportunity to express their solidarity with Jews.” I wonder whether the other seven will come forward.
This is a challenging time. Political language and feelings are subject to inflammation. The institutions in our community can help by actively supporting the call against hatred and misunderstanding of all groups, including our Jewish neighbors.
Naomi Myrvaagnes
Newton Center
