What is Cornerstone Series?
When masonry foundations are laid, the first stone set is called a cornerstone. This first stone anchors, aligns, and provides structural integrity to the building. How well that first stone is set will determine the stability of the rest of the building over time. This same idea applies to our faith. You will often hear that Jesus is our cornerstone, but how do we make Jesus our cornerstone? That is the goal of the cornerstone series. Each class equips us to align our lives with the way Jesus lived, loved, and served others.
Date, Time & Location
Saturday, September 12, 2026
9:00am - 1:00pm
Antioch Christian Church
5409 E US Route 36
Decatur, IL 62521
(217)864-3444
Cost
$15 per person, payable at the door
A light lunch will be provided.
Why This Seminar Matters
Physician-assisted suicide is becoming one of the most serious medical, moral, and pastoral issues facing churches in Illinois.
As our culture increasingly presents death as a form of compassion, Christians must be prepared to respond with truth, wisdom, courage, and the love of Christ.
This three-hour seminar will examine physician-assisted suicide from both a medical and biblical perspective. We will explore:
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The medical realities surrounding physician-assisted suicide
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Whether assisted suicide meets the standards normally expected in medicine
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Biblical truth regarding suffering, dignity, and the sanctity of life
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How the church can faithfully care for those who are:
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Terminally ill
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Elderly or disabled
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Lonely or afraid
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Struggling with despair
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Feeling like a burden to others
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About the Speaker
Larry Holder, M.D.
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Retired physician
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Former cancer specialist
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Former hospice director
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Former hospitalist
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Elder at Antioch Christian Church
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Decatur, Illinois
Who Should Attend?
This seminar is for any Christian who desires to think faithfully and compassionately about this important issue.
Especially encouraged to attend:
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Pastors and Elders
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Deacons
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Ministry Leaders
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Care Ministry Teams
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Visiting Ministry Volunteers
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Medical Professionals
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Hospice Workers
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Nurses
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Nursing Home and Assisted Living Staff
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Small Group Leaders
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Concerned Christians
"For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain."
Philippians 1:21