Overture Index 2010

 

Draft Overtures

On baptism and the adoption of our children.

This overture would add a quote from John Calvin to the Directory of Worship. The statement concerns God’s adoption of infants before they are born.

On Amending the terms of call to exclude abortion coverage from the Medical Benefits Plan

The overture specifies an amendment to either the nFOG or B.O.O. that would specifically exclude abortion coverage in the Medical Benefits Plan mandated for pastors.

Cease paying for abortion as a covered benefit in the Board of Pensions Medical Benefits Plan

If adopted by the General Assembly this overture would instruct the Board of Pensions to cease coverage of abortion in the Medical Benefits Plan for pastors.

 

On taking a stand against forced/coerced abortion

This overture is a simple declaration that we stand with women against forced or coerced abortion. If adopted it will provide direction for the advocacy of the Washington Office on this aspect of abortion.

 

Additional overtures drafted in previous years

God alone is the “author and giver” of life

 

Life begins at fertilization       

 

Calls the church to accept, respect and love those diagnosed with disabilities before birth

 

Affirms Health Care Professionals Right of Conscience

 

Affirms parental involvement in health care decisions and encourages communication with parents

 

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