Why Is Stem Cell Research Wrong

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Parker Hack Nick Behm Alex McDougall Honors Junior Theology 12/13/11 Stem Cell and Catholic Moral Teachings There are many different social and moral issues that Catholic moral teachings deal with. These issues can range from ideas on civil rights to the most recent advances in science. Some major subjects in this area of social justice are the topics of abortion, fair trade, cloning, genocide, and environmental stewardship. These are all very important matters but the topic that we have decided to focus on is the issue of stem cell research and its uses. More importantly we will be exploring just what stem cell research is and how the Catholic Church views it and its subcategories. The Catholic Church has taken the stance that stem cell research is wrong and that it should not be carried out. First you should know…show more content…
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