Bioethics - Life Resource Catalog

Life Resource Catalog - Bioethics

"Every time we speak in the Apostle’s Creed ‘conceived by the Holy Spirit,’ we not only attest to the divinity of Jesus at the moment of conception, but also to our humanity from that moment." Rev. Dr. James I. Lamb, Executive Director, Lutherans For Life
BIBLE STUDIES
	In the Beginning – A Collection of Essays and Bible Studies on the Sanctity of Early Human Life is an eight-session Bible study using essays from Lutheran writers, theologians, and medical experts on topics such as when human life begins and the ethics of stem cell research. Following each essay is a related Bible study written by Rev. Dr. James I. Lamb, executive director of Lutherans For Life. Essay topics include: Creation: Made in God’s Image Justification: Life Through His Word Incarnation: Being Like Us in Every Way Conception: A Medical Analysis of Early Life Science: The Truth and Hype about Stem Cells Defining Terms: The Importance of Vocabulary in Pursuing Ethics Vocation: Serving God by Serving our Neighbor God’s Two Kingdoms: Honoring Life’s Value in Our World Item 1006BS. $7.99 ea. (softcover) Note: A downloadable/reproducible version is also available directly from Concordia Publishing House. Click here to order. $30.00
	Playing God - Redesigning Life explores the ethics of: DNA manipulation Stem cell research Cloning And more! As you progress through this 6-session study, you will learn how these scientific "advances" hold up in light of God’s Word. You’ll discover that God has designs for every life. This study is written by Rev. Dr. Robert W. Weise, Professor of Pastoral Ministry and the Life Sciences, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. These six one-hour studies are for individuals or groups. Item 1000BS. $8.99 ea.
BOOKLETS
	Christ in Your Family: Thoughts on Christian Marriage and Contraception examines the topic of contraception use within the framework of Christian marriage, the possible motive and appropriate use of contraception within the context of marriage and Christian freedom, and the scientific method of action for various types of contraceptive products to allow for ethical, Christian decision-making. Produced by The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod Sanctity of Life Committee. Click here for a FREE download.
	The Christian and Birth Control - This 34 page booklet—with updated addendum—provides doctrinally sound and practical information on the topic of birth control and family planning. Eight easy-to-read chapters provide excellent help and guidance in the light of God's Word. A resourceful tool for pastors and counselors. Written by Pastor Robert Fleischmann of Christian Life Resources. Item 1000B. $2.50 ea.
BROCHURES
	The 3 Bs of When Life Begins - “When does human life begin?” Physicians, scientists, politicians, philosophers, and theologians offer a variety of complex and differing answers. Does anyone really know when life begins? Is it really all that complicated? Let’s get back to some basics. If the “3Rs” are the basics of education, the “3Bs” are the basics of when life begins—Biology, Bible, and Baptism. Item 1004T. $0.25 ea.
	Cloning: Understanding the Basics - The cloning of Dolly the sheep is old news. Now there is talk about cloning humans to "replace" a dead child or to provide body parts for transplant. There is even a cult that sees cloning as the means to eternal life. The vast majority of people are opposed to such cloning. But what about cloning human embryos to obtain stem cells in order to treat disease? Item 1001T. $0.25 ea.
	The Handiwork of God brochure tells us that the value of human life comes from what God has done and continues to do! Life is His handiwork! He creates life with His hands. He redeemed life with His hands. He holds His children by the hand. When we understand these answers, then, as we confront difficult issues, some questions won’t even need to be asked. This is a wonderful resource for both congregational and school use! Item 1007T. $0.25 ea.
	In Vitro Fertilization: Moral or Immoral? - One of the increasing number of questions asked about reproductive technologies by parishioners is, "Is in vitro fertilization morally acceptable or not?" Since in vitro (Latin: in glass referring to a petri dish) fertilization is a process involving issues within issues there is often confusion resulting from attempts to answer that question. In this brochure, Dr. Richard C. Eyer attempts to identify the separate issues and their moral standing so that the reader can evaluate the moral acceptability or unacceptability of in vitro fertilization. Item 1002T. $0.25 ea.
	Stem Cell Research: Understanding the Basics - It is important for the Christian to understand that God’s Word does have something to say about embryonic stem cell research (ESCR). To understand how God’s Word applies to this controversial issue, however, a basic understanding of the biology involved is necessary first. So welcome to Embryonic Stem Cell Biology 101! Item 1000T. $0.25 ea.
BULLETIN INSERT
Click on picture for larger image.	Conceived by the Holy Spirit - Before Jesus was born of the virgin Mary, He was conceived by the Holy Spirit. It is important to understand that Jesus spent nine months in a womb before He was "asleep on the hay." It is particularly important in light of the attention given to stem cells and cloning these days. Item 1005BI. $0.07 ea. Note: Quantities are limited.
Click on picture for larger image.	The In the Beginning bulletin insert, based on Genesis 1:1-5 and John 1:1-5, focuses on the beginnings that give value to every human life. We value life because God does! Item 1100BI. $0.07 ea. Click here to read the complete insert text. For additional "In the Beginning . . . Life!" resources click here.
	The Miracle of the Incarnation – The path to the cross did not begin in Bethlehem but in Nazareth! March 25 is the most appropriate time to celebrate the Incarnation. God became man at Jesus’ conception in Mary. Since our beginnings were sinful (Psalm 51:5), Jesus had to take our place from that very moment. Part of the redemptive process was for Jesus to pass through all stages of our development. What powerful implications for the value of human life from the very beginning! Jesus’ divinity and humanity at the moment of conception attest to our humanity from that moment. Item 1106BI. FREE Note: Quantities are limited. Also available: To assist pastors and congregations in observing the Annunciation of our Lord—and to teach the great value God in Christ places on all human life—Lutherans For Life offers—FREE OF CHARGE—additional resources. Click here to find out more!
DVD
	Back in stock! Stem Cell Research and Cloning 101: A Primer is hosted by Rev. Dr. James I. Lamb. He says, "I want to make it clear from the beginning that this presentation is not going to be complicated and hard to understand. I will be presenting the basics of stem cell research and cloning. There are two reasons for that. First, I am not a scientist or an expert in these areas so I cannot make it complicated! Second, all we need to know are the basics. Once we understand the basic biology involved, we will be able to apply God’s Word to these technologies—and God’s Word is where we want to begin." (37 minutes) Item 1001AV. FREE Note: One DVD per order. (Click here for a free Discussion Question Guide for Stem Research and Cloning 101: A Primer.)
Watch Stem Cell Research and Cloning 101: A Primer on YouTube! Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 To download the video, click here for Windows Media format. Click here to download the video in QuickTime format. If you have trouble with viewing, right click the link and "Save Target As" the file to your computer (113mb, Windows Media; 81.4mb, QuickTime).
"The family of believers, then, is compelled to love preborn life, but not just the healthy, ‘wanted,’ ‘oh-what-a-cute-ultrasound’ preborn. "They are also compelled to love the Down Syndrome preborn, those with physical limitations, even those who are not predicted to live long outside the womb. "They are to love them enough to speak up for them, to allow them to be born, to meet Jesus in the waters of holy baptism, to fulfill the purpose God has for them in His eternal wisdom." Rev. Dr. James I. Lamb, Executive Director, Lutherans For Life