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World Conference Resolution 1270


This resolution urges that firearms be used for sporting and professional purposes only.

Personal Use of Firearms

Adopted 8 April 2000

Whereas, Firearms cause much death and pain worldwide: and

Whereas, We are called to be peacemakers, therefore, be it

Resolved, That the church encourage in its members a thoughtful and reflective stewardship regarding the use of firearms for professional or for sports purposes; and be it further

Resolved, That the church encourage its membership to renounce the personal use of firearms for all other purposes as a response to the call to recognize the worth of all persons.

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