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 GCE Summary, Sept. 25–28, 2025 The 45th General Council Executive met in person in Toronto, for three days focused on orienting the Executive to the work, including its fiduciary duties, strategic leadership, financial oversight and its role in relation to committees, as well as The United Church Foundation and program organizations such as KAIROS GC45 Recall Meeting: Sept. 13, 2025 The recall meeting for the 45th General Council moved smoothly through several Way Forward proposals outstanding from the in-person meetings in Calgary, Alberta, in August. 45th General Council makes clear commitments to Just Peace regarding Palestine and Israel 45th General Council recalled to deal with unfinished, urgent business on Sept. 13; several proposals dealing with Palestine and Israel receive overwhelming support.
