News in Christian-Jewish Relations: August 2005
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Chief Rabbi David Rosen Named President of the International Jewish Committee on Interreligous Consultations |
International Jewish Committee on Interreligious Consultations
Chief Rabbi David Rosen, new President of IJCIC
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“I am grateful to my colleagues in all the Jewish organizations that make up IJCIC, for the confidence they have placed in me in electing me to this position, which is both a great privilege and a real challenge” said Rabbi Rosen, AJC’s International Director of Interreligious Affairs, a position he will continue to hold.
IJCIC represents organized world Jewry in its relations with other world religious bodies, such as the
Pope Benedict greets Rabbi Rosen last June |
“Understanding and cooperation between religious communities and their leadership is more crucial than ever for the well-being of society,” said Rabbi Rosen. “The Jewish community has an essential role to play as both contributor and beneficiary.”
Rabbi Rosen, former Chief Rabbi of