Letter to the editor: 'The theological equivalent of hate speech'

Notes: "The statement in the letter 'Leave the BCP alone' (Nov. 2016, p. 5) is beyond the pale. It is not simply 'politically incorrect' -- it is, quite objectively, the theological equivalent of hate speech, whatever the intentions of the writer may have been". "While the author may perhaps be ignorant of the impact of his words, the same excuse cannot be extended to the 'Anglican Journal' editorial staff. I would challenge you to review your policy with respect to hate speech, and to publish an apology to our Jewish neighbours. And yes, this illustrates precisely why the prayer for the conversion of the Jews must be removed from the 'Book of Common Prayer'."

Subjects: Third Collect for Good Friday; Good Friday - Anglican Church of Canada - Liturgy; Anglican Church of Canada. Book of Common Prayer; Christianity and antisemitism - Anglican Church of Canada; Antisemitism - Religious aspects - Anglican Church of Canada