A group of prominent church leaders has united to denounce the misuse of Christian symbols at a far-right rally led by Tommy Robinson in London. The leaders expressed deep concerns over the appropriation of Christian icons, such as the cross, during the event, which caused distress and unease among many individuals and communities.

Wooden crosses and images of Christ were prominently displayed by participants at the rally, where racist, anti-Muslim, and far-right sentiments were observed. Despite acknowledging diverse motives for attending the march and respecting freedom of speech, the church leaders emphasized their stand against the distortion of Christianity to exclude others.

The signatories of the open letter included bishops from Winchester, Southwark, Manchester, Bradford, and Croydon, as well as influential figures from Methodist, Baptist, Evangelical churches, and other Christian organizations. They emphasized the importance of upholding values of love, humility, and compassion in a united United Kingdom, unequivocally rejecting any exploitation of Christian beliefs for divisive purposes.

The collaborative effort of these Christian leaders reflects a strong stance against the far-right’s attempt to weaponize religion and underscores their commitment to fostering unity and understanding in society, guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ.