"Are Pro-life issues a distraction from the Great commission or part of it? Many well-meaning Christians believe that churches shouldn't 'mention' abortion! Some say that by talking about abortion will make people feel guilty. But the reason for talking about it is to prevent abortion and the guilt it brings and to offer health and hope to those who are guilt ridden and need to be set free. That our churches are filled with people who've been involved with abortion is a poor reason for keeping silent about it! In fact, it's the best argument for addressing the issue head-on and offering all the respective help and support we can. - Randy Alcorn
The Apostle Paul said "I am innocent of the blood of all men because I have not shrunk back from declaring the WHOLE COUNSEL of God"
I believe there are very few priests and pastors who will NOT be standing before God with Innocent blood on their hands because they didn't have the faith and the backbone to declare the 'Whole counsel" of God and speak out on unpopular issues like abortion and contraception. There are a lot of people pleasers masquerading as shepherds of the flock. Because they profess to be sheperds they are held to a higher accountability before God!