GC43 or earlier GC33 Human Gene Transfer (1990H732) THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that this 33rd General Council direct the Division of Mission in Canada to find the means to address bioethical issues to consider immediately the following:All gene transfers in humans that have even a chance of getting into reproductive cells for passage to future generations, should be prohibited;A United Nations Sub-Committee must be struck as soon as possible, including members of the scientific community and laypersons, to produce guidelines and limitations which will be binding on all researchers in human gene transfer;A moratorium on the presently granted applications for the first gene transfer in humans should be declared as this work will undoubtedly be viewed as a precedent for gene therapy. GC33 1990 ROP, p. 181 Save to PDF True Document Date August 22, 1990 Document Type Social Policy Originating Body Other Topic Health Latest News Commissioners for 45th General Council gathered Saturday for learning and discussion session With the theme “What is the vision/dream for United Church ministry leadership?” in mind, General Council Commissioners took part in a day of learning and discussion sessions on Saturday, June 28. Who are we, together, as the visionaries and dreamers of GC45? The constitution of the 45th General Council occurred Sunday, and by the end of the session – the theme of which was “Who are we, together, as the visionaries and dreamers of GC45?” – about 450 people participated online. Constitution of 45th General Council this Sunday Last call for nominees for Moderator to join the current five candidates.
