Whereas our denomination adopted resolutions at the 1974 and 1996 General Conference meetings regarding abortion; and

Whereas these resolutions have insufficiently recognized the full measure of dignity belonging to all human beings

Be it, therefore resolved that this delegate body affirms that all human beings are made in the image of God and thereby possess unassailable dignity and worth according to the design of their Creator, irrespective of their race, gender, abilities, age, social class, or the circumstances of their conception;

Be it further resolved that we affirm that human life begins at conception as confirmed by biblical revelation (Jeremiah 1:5; Psalm 139) and natural revelation (the creation of unique DNA
upon fertilization);

Be it further resolved that we affirm that the intentional abortion of a child is a form of murder (Exodus 21:22-25);

Be it further resolved that we affirm the dignity and worth of fathers, mothers, and medical professionals who have aborted children and that through faith in Jesus, their sins can be
forgiven;

Be it further resolved that we recognize any actions or attitudes of malicious discrimination on the basis of race, biological gender, abilities, age, or social class to be unjust and sinful;

Be it further resolved that we affirm the necessity for our churches to seek just and fair treatment of all people, seeking the ministry of reconciliation through the Gospel of Jesus Christ (2 Corinthians 5:16-21);

Be it further resolved that we mourn the loss of any human life, especially under murderous circumstances, and that we mourn all suffering caused by unjust discrimination;

Be it further resolved that we affirm our commitment to love and care for people in spiritual and physical need in our communities;

Be it further resolved that this resolution supersedes all previous resolutions regarding the dignity and sanctity of human life.