A115 Authorized use of alternative texts for the Good Friday liturgy
The history of anti-Jewish violence rooted in the misunderstanding and misuse of the Good Friday liturgy calls us to be exceptionally sensitive to concerns about language that in our current time is perceived as anti-Jewish or anti-Semitic. The alternative texts of the Good Friday liturgy attempt to honor the existing covenant between God and the Jewish people, and the dignity of those for whom we pray.
The alternative text of the Good Friday liturgy can be found as a support document on this resolution and also in the report to the 81st General Convention (otherwise known as the blue book report) of the Standing Commission on Liturgy and Music.
Support Document:
Textos alternativos para la liturgia del Viernes Santo
Alternative Texts for the Good Friday Liturgy
Explanation
The history of anti-Jewish violence rooted in the misunderstanding and misuse of the Good Friday liturgy calls us to be exceptionally sensitive to concerns about language that in our current time is perceived as anti-Jewish or anti-Semitic. The alternative texts of the Good Friday liturgy attempt to honor the existing covenant between God and the Jewish people, and the dignity of those for whom we pray.
The alternative text of the Good Friday liturgy can be found as a support document on this resolution and also in the report to the 81st General Convention (otherwise known as the blue book report) of the Standing Commission on Liturgy and Music.
Support Document: