The Nauset Interfaith Association (nausetinterfaith.org) members are deeply concerned by the increase in antisemitic incidents and other expressions of hate.  These have occurred throughout New England — including here on Cape Cod.  The NIA, representing clergy and laity from 24 diverse congregations on the Lower and Outer Cape, is committed to interfaith relationships and justice and equity among all people.  We agree with Dr. King’s thought that “the ultimate tragedy is not the oppression and cruelty by the bad people but the silence over that by the good people.”  In that spirit, the NIA Board of Directors has unanimously approved the following statement:

The Nauset Interfaith Association condemns incidents, threats, and explicit expressions of antisemitism around the country.  These actions are concerning and saddening, and we stand firm in denouncing hate and violence against the Jewish community.  There is no place in our society for any form of antisemitism and hate speech.  We stand in solidarity with our Jewish brothers and sisters in opposition to antisemitism and will strive to make the Cape a safe and accepting place for all.  As an organization, we work to ensure justice and equality for people of all backgrounds, religions, ethnicities, identities, and experiences.  We will continue to hold ourselves accountable to speak out against discrimination, racism, and hate and to advocate for and effect change in furtherance of an equitable, peaceful, and just future.  We honor and hold sacred the dignity and humanity of all people.  (Approved May 11, 2023.)

We invite all people to join us in this commitment.  For more information, contact Edgar Miranda at miranda@geneseo.edu.

Rev. Rod MacDonald
The Nauset Interfaith Association