Advances in genetic science and medicine over the last few decades raise questions for us all, such as: How far should we intervene in 'natural' processes? How far should we go to alleviate suffering? What constitutes a worthwhile life? What does it mean to be made in the image of God? Exploring these questions and more, this book considers theological, ethical and legal aspects relating to the human genome. The contributors include leading scientists, lawyers, ethicists, philosophers and theologians. This is the official Anglican contribution to the debate on the human genome to be discussed at the General Synod of the Church of England in July 2009.