The attacks in France have pitted freedom of speech against respect for religious values , writes Bishop John Bryson Chane . At this moment in time Christianity , Islam and Judaism have a great opportunity to work together effectively with governments and civil societies currently in turmoil . Pope Francis has called on all Christians to stand up and defend the right to free speech. He says Christians , Muslims and Jews should work together to end conflict and extremism by those hijacking God 's name .
The attacks in France have pitted freedom of speech against respect for religious values , writes Bishop John Bryson Chane . Pope Francis has called on all Christians to stand up and defend the right to free speech. He says Christians , Muslims and Jews should work together to end conflict and extremism by those hijacking God 's name .