- Date
- 1967 August 22-31
- Source
- General Synod. Minutes
- Record Type
- Resolution
- Mover
- Dr. D.J. Broadwell
- Seconder
- Canon J.G. Lethbridge
- Text
- That Resolution G, page 133 of the Convening Circular, be amended to read as follows:
- "Whereas there are legislative changes contemplated in Canada in relation to abortion,
- Whereas there is a need for a comprehensive study into matters relating to abortion, and
- Whereas there has been no definite statement made by the Anglican Church of Canada regarding abortion,
- THIS GENERAL SYNOD
- 1. Requests the Primate to set up a special study committee of theologians, parish clergy, obstetricians, doctors engaged in family practice, lawyers, and specialists in behavioural and medical sciences to prepare a statement on all aspects relating to abortion, and further
- 2. Authorizes the said committee to submit a brief in the name of the Anglican Church of Canada when opportunity is provided to do so by the Government of Canada." CARRIED in both Houses.
- Subjects
- Abortion - Law and legislation - Canada
- Abortion - Religious aspects - Anglican Church of Canada
- Bioethics - Religious aspects - Anglican Church of Canada