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Catholic Teaching And The Law Concerning The New Reproductive Technologies, Helen M. Alvare
Catholic Teaching And The Law Concerning The New Reproductive Technologies, Helen M. Alvare
Fordham Urban Law Journal
This Article sets forth the fundamental teachings from which the Roman Catholic Chruch derives its positions on New Reproductive Technologies (NRTs). It further demonstrates the application of these teachings to some of the specific medical techniques commonly used in the course of NRTs. The Church's legislative recommendations are then summarized.
Protestant Perspectives On The Uses Of The New Reproductive Technologies, Cynthia B. Cohen
Protestant Perspectives On The Uses Of The New Reproductive Technologies, Cynthia B. Cohen
Fordham Urban Law Journal
This Article explores the emerging positions that Protestants may have on new reproductive technologies (NRTs). Although there is no central teaching, there are main points of agreement among Protestants and other Christians regarding the morality of using reproductive technology. The author examines Protestant teachings on the meaning of procreation, the good of the resulting children and the integrity of family bonds to show that these technologies are generally morally acceptable, but with certain limitations.