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Abortion Poll for Christians
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EnemyPartyII
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An "other" option would be nice...
But FTR... against abortion generally, although I believe it can be justified on medical terms or in cases of rape or other trauma... however, and here's the important bit... while I think it would be great to stop abortion outside of those reasons, I STILL believe it is a decision up to the individual, and that, though I personally don't agree with it as a good thing, it isn't my place to condemn others for it.
On the THIRD side of that coin, I'm more than happy to talk through the various pros and cons with anyone considering the procedure... IF she wants to discuss them with me. I think militant pro-lifers probably do far more damage to the cause than gentle discussion ever will, and have a niggling feeling a lot of their concern is more to do with regulating other people's sex lives rather than saving the unborn [/rant]
But FTR... against abortion generally, although I believe it can be justified on medical terms or in cases of rape or other trauma... however, and here's the important bit... while I think it would be great to stop abortion outside of those reasons, I STILL believe it is a decision up to the individual, and that, though I personally don't agree with it as a good thing, it isn't my place to condemn others for it.
On the THIRD side of that coin, I'm more than happy to talk through the various pros and cons with anyone considering the procedure... IF she wants to discuss them with me. I think militant pro-lifers probably do far more damage to the cause than gentle discussion ever will, and have a niggling feeling a lot of their concern is more to do with regulating other people's sex lives rather than saving the unborn [/rant]
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Christian/Non-Denom. here.
I chose "Against all abortions except in rape, incest, or life of mother" < Mainly b/c of life of mother.
I chose "Against all abortions except in rape, incest, or life of mother" < Mainly b/c of life of mother.
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Protestant/Non-Catholic-Against all abortions except in rape, incest, or life of mother was my choice.
I also think that abortion should NOT be the first choice in rape or incest cases, but that if the life of the mother is in danger that it becomes a matter of self-defense on the part of the mother.
Blessings and love,
Shell
I also think that abortion should NOT be the first choice in rape or incest cases, but that if the life of the mother is in danger that it becomes a matter of self-defense on the part of the mother.
Blessings and love,
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My vote wasn't completely correct. I voted Protestant/non-Catholic against all abortion. But I'm not protestant, nor am I Catholic. Relatively speaking, I am "more" Protestant than Catholic so I just used that rather than not vote at all.
I believe abortion is wrong. I also believe it is damaging to the woman or girl. I am a volunteer crisis pregnancy counselor and I've talked to several women who have had past abortions. I can only remember one who did not feel guilt, or anger or hopelessness or depression resulting from her abortion. There were only a couple who said they would do it again and I honestly cannot remember any who claimed it was the right thing to do.
So, if we really want this question answered, maybe we can ask the women who've actually been through it. I have a pretty good idea of what they would say.
I believe abortion is wrong. I also believe it is damaging to the woman or girl. I am a volunteer crisis pregnancy counselor and I've talked to several women who have had past abortions. I can only remember one who did not feel guilt, or anger or hopelessness or depression resulting from her abortion. There were only a couple who said they would do it again and I honestly cannot remember any who claimed it was the right thing to do.
So, if we really want this question answered, maybe we can ask the women who've actually been through it. I have a pretty good idea of what they would say.
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Thank You for your reply. I should have added a Non-Denominational poll options as well. Your input is very valuable with your experience. I only wish that we could reach more women BEFORE they have the abortion.
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Yeah, me too.
That's the purpose of crisis pregnancy centers, though. Unfortunately, not all women bother with them before aborting. Some don't even get a clinically approved pregnancy test or any test at all!
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Rebekka
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Catholic, and against all abortion. I'm also pro-life-of-the-mother, so I would never vote against the mother's life, but as far as I believe, nowadays the mother's life can most of the time be saved through other means than direct abortion. That means that I am against all abortion.
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Most of the time, but not in 100% of cases...
Frequently women with a life threatening pregnancy are offered the option for an early induction... where they may deliver a live, yet critically premature baby. If the baby dies as a result of this, that would probably be classed as an abortion by many people.
Sticky issue
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Couldn't vote-my option wasn't there- i believe most cases there should not be an abortion, but if when the kid was born-it had a small heart, small brain, small everything and had even stopped growing- i think its more human to put the baby to sleep.
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Amélie Unbound
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In the poll I chose:
Protestant/Non-Catholic-Against all abortions except in rape, incest, or life of mother
However, I want to clarify that I do not think abortion is acceptable in the case of rape or incest, but might be in some very extreme cases where the life of the mother is at stake. That's the only reason I chose that option. Otherwise I am against all abortion.
Protestant/Non-Catholic-Against all abortions except in rape, incest, or life of mother
However, I want to clarify that I do not think abortion is acceptable in the case of rape or incest, but might be in some very extreme cases where the life of the mother is at stake. That's the only reason I chose that option. Otherwise I am against all abortion.
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EnemyPartyII
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Isn't that euthanaisa? An equally interesting, yet completely seperate, topic....
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Protestant/Non-Catholic-Against all abortions except in rape, incest, or life of mother
Having said that, I think definitely to save the mother, if there's no choice. In case of rape or incest I guess it's up to the woman. Adoption would be a better option, but I certainly wouldn't think less of someone who couldn't go through a pregnancy in those situations. I hope I would, but unless it happens I can't be sure.
Having said that, I think definitely to save the mother, if there's no choice. In case of rape or incest I guess it's up to the woman. Adoption would be a better option, but I certainly wouldn't think less of someone who couldn't go through a pregnancy in those situations. I hope I would, but unless it happens I can't be sure.
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I believe that abortion is a sad thing. If I were a women and gave up my own child, I would be ashamed. I am not against abortion, I think people can have abortions if they want to, but that doesn't change the fact that it is a hard thing for anyone who has to live with themselves after they have done it. I do not believe abortion should be treated like a birth control pill. If you sleep around alot, you should ALWAYS use a birth control pill.
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I am against abortion.....only as a last resort.
However having said that, I am left asking why in a society that allows abortion under Law, the Church is not allowing contraception.
Plenty enough people in this world want to have kids as it is...contraception or not.
Forbidding a woman to use contraception will lead to the unnecessay murder of abortion.....thus increasing the misery of others.
The Church has been trying to correct the flesh for centuries, and failed miserably.....because the Law came in so that the transgression might increase, and where sin increased Grace abounded all the more.
It would seem to me, to be hypicritical to protest abortion....while not allowing contraception.
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However having said that, I am left asking why in a society that allows abortion under Law, the Church is not allowing contraception.
Plenty enough people in this world want to have kids as it is...contraception or not.
Forbidding a woman to use contraception will lead to the unnecessay murder of abortion.....thus increasing the misery of others.
The Church has been trying to correct the flesh for centuries, and failed miserably.....because the Law came in so that the transgression might increase, and where sin increased Grace abounded all the more.
It would seem to me, to be hypicritical to protest abortion....while not allowing contraception.
Peace
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My position is probably unique. I am pro-life - I value all human life. However, I believe it is the woman's choice to choose abortion. The problem with the pro-life movement is, we place so little value on the woman who has a choice to make - and it is not an easy choice for most women. When you are facing an unplanned pregnancy all options suck.
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Well, I agree, but that is assuming that these women are truly counseled and are truly giving informed consent. There is way too much politics in the whole thing. I read last night that the lady who was "Roe" is now Pro-Life, and never had an abortion. She was manipulated by a couple of lawyers who made a name for themselves by using her and her case.
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