Faith and Practice
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Part I: Friends History, Belief, and Practice
Chapter 3—Faith in Action
G. Abortion
Married people, single mothers, and pregnant teenagers have tremendous needs when facing an unwanted pregnancy. It is the position of Rocky Mountain Yearly Meeting that the gospel of Jesus Christ mandates our advocacy on behalf of those who are faced with an unwanted pregnancy. It is our position that it is God’s will for us to offer a practical ministry through education, discipleship, reconciliation, and extended help to meet the needs of mothers who might turn to when their children will be born into families that are not prepared or willing to care for them. Release for adoption is a positive option in such situations.
Friends recognize and affirm only one Authority. In the matter of abortion it is our firm conviction that life begins at conception. God is the Creator of life. The practice of abortion violates the will of God and is therefore sinful.
Friends recognize and affirm God’s forgiveness and grace which covers those who sin, either by withholding ministry from pregnant women, or by aborting their own or another’s baby. May the Holy Spirit, who convicts of sin, comfort all who face an unwanted pregnancy. May His people offer His grace, truth, and practical ministry in such situations.
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