Issue Twenty Eight

19 August 2009

 

 
Editorial – Aging with Grace: Mercy and Bioethics
Fr Michael McCabe reflects with gratitude on the inspiration provided by the Sisters of Mercy whose home has been “home” to The Nathaniel Centre for the last 10 years.
 
Let Justice Flow Like a River – The Historical and Doctrinal Roots of Catholic Social Teaching
The Rev Dr Neil Vaney outlines the historical and theological roots of Catholic Social Teaching of which the field of bioethics is a part.
 
 
The article by Jane Mair, (a registered UK doctor now living in New Zealand) written in response to many enquiries from School Principals and parents, looks at the safety and efficacy of the Gardasil Vaccine.
 
Families – Why the Families Commission Chose Function over Form 
Sharron Cole, former Deputy Families Commissioner comments on the definition of "family" used by the Families Commission and highlights some of the research of the Commission which reveals the changing nature of family life in New Zealand.