A better story
All life has intrinsic value and dignity – regardless of its condition. We recognise how immensely difficult it is to suffer or to see a loved one enduring pain, but, as Christians, we are called to protect those who are vulnerable and assist people to live – not to commit suicide.
And we want to advocate for a better way: excellent palliative care, so that those approaching life's natural end can have confidence that death can be dignified and pain can be managed.
Resources
Old Age: A Biblical Deepdive
Peter Ladd examines how Christian faith can provide us with a better vision for what it looks like to get older: one which explains why things are the way they are, points us as to how we can live, and gives us a sure and certain hope for the future.
You matter because you are you, and you matter to the end of your life. We will do all we can not only to help you die peacefully, but also to live until you die.
More Resources
Preacher's Toolkit
Our preacher's toolkits contain all that you might need to speak or preach on a topic. Along with an outline of the subject from a Biblical perspective, they include statistics, quotes, Bible verses, stories, and up-to-date political insights.
Prayer Resource
Topic Guide
Looking for a resource to give out at your church to help people understand the key issues at play around Assisted Suicide?
This guide by CARE examines the ethical, legal, and societal aspects of assisted suicide, presenting evidence, diverse perspectives, and a Christian viewpoint to inform balanced debate.
To order hard copies of the Topic Guide, please contact us at mail@care.org.uk.
News about Assisted Suicide
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Private Members' Ballot could lead to another assisted suicide BillThe House of Commons held the Private Members’ Ballot for this session of Parliament on Thursday. Half of the MPs drawn supported Kim Leadbeater’s Bill in the last Parliament, including those drawn…
Assisted Suicide
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The death of the Assisted Suicide Bill
Assisted Suicide
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Assisted Suicide Bill set to fall: what might happen next?
Assisted Suicide
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Polling shows there is no 'public consent' for assisted suicideNew polling released this week from JL Partners shows there is no public consent for the passage of Kim Leadbeater's assisted suicide Bill. When informed about the details of the Bill before…
Assisted Suicide
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Assisted suicide prescriptions in Oregon hit record high in 2025The latest data for the U.S. state of Oregon, where assisted suicide is legal, shows that a record number of people received assisted suicide prescriptions last year. It also recorded the second-highest…
Assisted Suicide
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Walking through the valley of the shadow of death
Assisted Suicide
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Scottish Parliament rejects Assisted Suicide Bill
Assisted Suicide