1. Consider the opening six affirmations on which the statement on torture is based. Which of these speaks most strongly to you, and what life experiences might explain that affinity?
2. The worth of persons in the sight of God is cited as a core belief informing the torture statement. What would you say to a person who argues that torturing one person to gain information that could save the lives of many other persons upholds the worth of persons by protecting the greater good?
3. Amnesty International says, “Torture does not stop terror. Torture is terror.” Do you agree?
4. Torture and human degradation are described as ungodly abuses, perpetuating the type of violence and suffering “that Jesus not only struggled against but also endured on the cross.” In what way does Jesus’ Passion (suffering) inform your own stance on torture?
5. “We are opposed to torture and all acts that constitute degrading treatment of any person.” Define the specific actions you would consider included in this statement, e.g., being held in secret, sensory deprivation, psychological pressure, etc.?
6. Church members and jurisdictions are urged “to take appropriate actions that uphold this position” (i.e., in opposition to torture). How would you see this being done most effectively in your life or the life of your congregation?

Terry Read (chair)	Gail Robinson
Kathy Bachman	Bill Russell
Andrew Bolton	Roy Schaefer
Don Compier	Susan Sloan
Gwen Hawks-Blue	Ron Smith
Kris Judd	Gustavo Vergara
Marge Nelson	Robert Wanga
Greg Prymak	Brenda Williams