Labels don’t stick
March 14, 2010
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“I think we use them too often and too reflexively, and often when we do use them, there are probably better phrases.”
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Tag: Ethics
Why Episcopalians need to care about reproductive ethics: Start talking
March 11, 2010
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In this final post encouraging Episcopalians to learn about and discuss reproductive ethics, I will briefly review some major ethical questions related to Christians’ use of reproductive and genetic technology, and end with a couple of recommendations.
Why Episcopalians need to care about reproductive ethics: What believers believe
March 10, 2010
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Given the value of autonomy and conscience, many Protestant churches encourage both clergy and laypeople to educate themselves about reproductive technology and related ethical concerns. Pastoral and genetic counseling are held up as vital resources for church members dealing with infertility or family history of genetic disease.
Why Episcopalians need to care about reproductive ethics: My story
March 9, 2010
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If the title of my post has you concerned that you will be subjected to a treatise on the politicized, polarizing topic of abortion, I hope you’ll stick with me anyway. Reproductive ethics go far beyond pro-life/pro-choice debates. They also address the rapidly expanding, increasingly accessible and highly lucrative field of reproductive and genetic technology.
Former speechwriter claims torture is not immoral
February 27, 2010
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A former speechwriter for George W. Bush is saying that torture, including waterboarding, is permitted by the teachings of the Catholic Church. Not so fast say theologians, journalists and Catholic bloggers.
Three virtues needed for public life
February 23, 2010
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Courage, modesty and intellectual curiosity that can cultivate delight in daily life, and protect our liberties. ~~Philip Pullman
Fairtrade sales up despite recession
February 23, 2010
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Despite the recession Fairtrade products have shown sales growth according to Ekklesia
When are you dead?
February 16, 2010
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Based on this new MRI research, we asked the question: If your Dad can only communicate through ‘thought MRI’ like patients in this study, would you consider him alive?
Is it ethical to walk away from a mortgage?
January 27, 2010
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A few are beginning to ask, is it ethical to walk away from an underwater mortgage? The Church of England and its partners in a massive New York City real estate deal gone sour just did.
Death and taxes meet again
December 30, 2009
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One wealthy, terminally ill real-estate entrepreneur has told his doctors he is determined to live until the law changes. “Whenever he wakes up,” says his lawyer, “He says: ‘What day is it? Is it Jan. 1 yet?'”
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