IMO, there is NO point taking a moral stance on the topic of abortion. It has been defended and argued against by people way smarter than any of us (no offense) and they have come down on both sides of the issue. We would, too.

I think the need for an abortion is tragic, but the answer will not be found in 'philosophical' or 'moralistic' discussions.

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"Nor is there any tolerance of homosexuality [in Catholicism]."

The Catholic Church has made its position clear (unfortunate turn of phrase there). People are 'allowed' to be homosexual and they will be welcomed into the church as participating members. However, if they ACT on that homosexuality, then they are no longer accepted. It's a sex issue. BTW, I am not agreeing or disagreeing. Simply getting the record straight.