Posted on 04/02/2023 6:03:03 PM PDT by marshmallow
from the Archbishop of Canterbury website:
An Iftar is the meal that Muslims share, often with other friends and neighbours, at the end of each day of fasting in the month of Ramadan.
Speaking before the breaking of the fast, Archbishop Justin expressed his appreciation for the good relations that Christians and Muslims enjoy in the UK, and spoke of the need of people of different faiths to stand together against the backdrop of terrible violence and suffering, particularly in the Middle East.
“There is much that we need to talk about, and much that we can work on together; but tonight is about celebrating the importance of our friendships,” he said.
Official guidance for churches from the Church of England
Excerpts:
page 1 An iftar is an evening meal with which Muslims end their daily fast during the month of Ramadan, having abstained from all food and drink since dawn. The meal itself is not a service or act of worship, however prayers will usually take place in between the initial breaking of the fast with a small item of food, and the main meal.
page 3 As well as a room for eating, you will also need a space where Muslims can pray. While individual visitors from different backgrounds may pray privately in your church on an occasional basis, organised corporate prayer is different. Remember that worship and other events held in a Church of England place of worship are governed by Canon Law. A building and any attached land which have been consecrated are said, in the deed of consecration, to be set apart for worship according to the rites and ceremonies of the Church of England forever. In light of this, check which parts of your church are consecrated – it may just be.......
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> Archbishop Justin expressed his appreciation for the good relations that Christians and Muslims enjoy in the UK <
LOL. Seriously, LOL. Those “good relations” will continue only until the Muslims gain enough power to dictate terms. Then naive fools like Archbishop Justin will have to convert, pay the jizya tax, or simply have their throats slit.
You have three choices, Archbishop Justin. Take your pick.
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