Statement from BMFF on the death of Queen Elizabeth II

 

We are saddened at the news that our Queen has died. God rest her soul. In her Christmas broadcasts she regularly revealed the personal Christian faith that guided her life. She showed respect for the different faiths of the world. Our Forum has been always encouraged in its work of promoting interfaith dialogue and action in Barnet by her lead and faith.

We pass on our condolences to the members of her family.

God save the King.

Statement – Death of Sir David Amess.

We are saddened and appalled at the killing of Sir David Amess, a devoted Member of Parliament and a man of faith. The years of devotion he gave to serving his constituents and the spirit in which he did it is an example to us all. Truly a man for others. Our condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.

Statement issued by Deacon Anthony Clark of St Edward the Confessor on behalf of the executive and members of Barnet Multifaith Forum.  15th October 2021.

Barnet Council – Please Stop the Hate and Set a Date

Here are the Planning Application dates and status –

Application Received DateFri 03 Jul 2020
Application Validated DateMon 30 Nov 2020
Actual Committee DateNot Available
Latest Neighbour Consultation DateTue 09 Feb 2021
Neighbour Consultation Expiry DateMon 08 Mar 2021
Last Advertised In Press DateThu 28 Jan 2021
Latest Advertisement Expiry DateThu 18 Feb 2021
Last Site Notice Posted DateThu 28 Jan 2021
Latest Site Notice Expiry DateThu 18 Feb 2021
Agreed Expiry DateWed 30 Jun 2021
Decision Made DateNot Available
Determination DeadlineMon 01 Mar 2021

A joint Statement by Faith Leaders in Barnet and issued by The Barnet Multi Faith Forum

We have all witnessed the violence in Israel Palestine and in compassion with the victims are supporting a call for peace.
The ceasefire is a positive first step. Hopefully, we would like to see that soon followed by confidence-building initiatives.
In the UK, this has brought a passionate response from many people of all backgrounds in support of both the Palestinian people and Israel.
But in some cases, that empathy has also unleashed many voices of hatred, division, and fear – and acts of violence.
It is important for everyone who has a strong view on this issue to take a step back and reflect on their personal motives.
It is equally important for us to ask ourselves, ‘are we truly listening to the pain of those with who we don’t agree?’
As faith leaders in Barnet, we believe the only way forward is through finding our common humanity and working for peace.
We have been doing this for decades, and especially so during the last year of COVID-19, looking out for each other with care and love.
Therefore, as we stand together, we ask everyone to do the same, to suspend our anger, and instead join us in a call for dialogue.
We understand there is much pain. We acknowledge the suffering and injustice and want to work for a calmer solution.

Signed by:

Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg – Senior Rabbi of Masorti Judaism UK.

Hadiya Masieh – CEO Groundswell Project Community Peace Building

The Rev’d Dr Julie Gittoes – Area Dean of Barnet

Rabbi Jeff Berger – Interfaith Advisor

Cllr Anne Clarke for Childs Hill, Barnet and London Assembly Member for Barnet & Camden

Suchita Rajadyaksha – Chair of Barnet Women’s Interfaith Network

David Clare – Acting Chair of BMFForum

Esmond Rosen – President and the Executive of BMFForum

A call for calm and peace

Dear friends

Following on from a statement issued from Camden Faith Leaders Forum, I’m aware of a reported situation in Golders Green.

At this time on  behalf of BMFForum, I just wish to appeal for calm on our streets and that for our faith leaders join in prayers and call for peace

We hope that whilst the current cease-fire in Israel/ Palestine holds our role as multifaith activists is to work harder for increased dialogue, understanding justice, and security for us all.

We need a period of calm to look for more ways that we can come together in unity and compassion.

Have a peaceful 🙏 weekend

Shabbat Shalom

Es Rosen

President BMFForum