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'Our nation has walked across the Rubicon': Christian Medical Fellowship laments U.K. policymaker's approval of assisted dying bill

'Our nation has walked across the Rubicon': Christian Medical Fellowship laments U.K. policymaker's approval of assisted dying bill

U.K. lawmakers on June 20 gave final approval to the Terminally Ill (Adults) Bill, which would legalize assisted dying in England and Wales under specific conditions. While the bill passed after several amendments, the Christian Medical Fellowship (CMF) issued a statement lamenting the decision and calling Christians to remain anchored in the hope found in Jesus Christ.

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