...the sacredness of the life and well-being of the mother, for whom
devastating damage may result from an unacceptable whose life may
be endangered by pregnancy. In continuity with past Christian teaching, we
recognize tragic conflicts of life with life that may on occasion
justify abortion, and as in instances of incest, rape, when
the unborn child is known to be seriously deformed, or when the life of the
mother is endangered. Iin such cases, we
support...prayerful consideration by the all parties
involved,...
We approve legislation that prohibits the use of government funds for performing abortions for convenience or birth control. We also approve legislation that prohibits the use of government funds by any organization that refers for or performs abortions. Abortion on demand for reasons of personal convenience, birth control, or gender selection is morally wrong. Abortion is an attack on the image of God, and is an act of violence that always results in the death of an unborn child. Our reverence for life must include the unborn child, who is a member of the human family and entitled to our tender care and protection. Our United Methodist Church should also give help and financial aid to abortion alternative centers and to homes for unwed girls and women with unwanted pregnancies-through the channels of our local churches, districts, and conferences.
General Conference Webmaster: Susan Brumbaugh
PETS Creator: John Brawn
Petition Text: 22581-CS-71-D
1996 United Methodist General Conference