Saturday, March 14, 2015

Give Praise To “The God That We Love, Allah” ---UK Anglican Vicar Holds Islamic Prayer Service In His Church

Muslims Say Judas Died On the Cross

From the Daily Mail:
A leading liberal clergyman has come under fire from traditionalist Anglicans after allowing a full Muslim prayer service in his church. 
Reverend Giles Goddard, vicar of St John’s in Waterloo, central London, joined in the event by reading a passage from the Bible at the ‘Inclusive Mosque’ event. 
He then asked the congregation to praise ‘the god that we love, Allah’, it was reported last night. 
It is thought to be the first time an entire Islamic service has been held by the Church of England and has sparked criticism from evangelical clerics. 
Orthodox clergyman said the event was against canon law, which prohibits any divergence from the official liturgy. 
They argued that it could be ‘offensive’ to Christians who are persecuted for their faith. 
Rev Goddard defended his decision to hold the event, describing it as a ‘very moving’ service. 
He said his intention was simply to offer people a ‘place to pray’.

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