In Process — A Social Statement on Genetics

 
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is preparing a social statement that addresses issues in genetics and biotechnology. A task force authorized by the 2005 Churchwide Assembly was formed in 2007 to lead this process and craft a proposed social statement to be considered by the 2011 Churchwide Assembly.

Download the Draft Social Statement on GeneticsPDF Format  or  Borrador de un pronunciamiento social sobre GenéticaPDF Format.

For more information about the ELCA task force and the process underway or for ELCA resources about the topic, please explore the links on this page. Remain informed by regular visits to this Web site.

In Process — A Social Statement on Genetics

 
Related Documents & Information

Genetics and Faith: Power, Choice, and Responsibility

Genetics! Where Do We Stand as Christians?

Human Cloning: Papers from a Church Consultation

Genetic Testing & Screening

Genetically Modified Organisms in the Food Supply

[ ] About the task force 

Task Force Members
A listing of members on the  ELCA Task Force on Genetics

Taskforce Timeline
Keep current with the task force time on genetics.