Bishop Reginald Atkins
Former NJ State Representative (NJ-20) and Senior Pastor of Zion Family Worship Center Church
Community Forum
Rebuilding the Covenant
New Jersey Black & Jewish Relations in Today's America
The Montclair NAACP and the Montclair Jewish Community Relations Council (MJCRC), in partnership with the Montclair Civil Rights Commission, invite the community to an evening of dialogue, reflection, and solidarity.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
7:00 PM
Montclair Cooperative School Annex
65 Chestnut Street, Montclair
Entrance on Forest Street
Featuring
Bishop Reginald Atkins and Rabbi Marc Katz
An evening on shared history, the dangers of hate and division, and what meaningful solidarity can look like in Montclair and beyond.
About the Conversation
At a time of rising antisemitism, racism, and political polarization, this forum will explore the historic relationship between Black and Jewish communities, the challenges both communities face today, and the importance of rebuilding trust, partnership, and civic unity.
Together, Bishop Reginald Atkins and Rabbi Marc Katz will discuss the shared history of Black and Jewish coalition-building, the dangers of hate and division, and the work of strengthening solidarity across Montclair and beyond.
Conversation Leaders
Rabbi Marc Katz
Senior Rabbi of Temple Ner Tamid in Bloomfield
Event Sponsors
Join the conversation
Reserve your place for this community forum on Black and Jewish relations, civic unity, and solidarity in today's America.