It is considered a serious sin by the Roman Catholic church that can lead to ex-communication.
But Pope Francis says he is showing mercy to women who have had abortions.
The Pontif says that priests will now be allowed to forgive women for 'the sin of abortion' if they show a 'contrite heart' during the Holy Year of Mercy which begins in December.
Presenter - Sami Zeidan
Guests:
Scott Borgman - Co-ordinating Secretary for the Pontifical Academy for Life.
Reverend Peter Gichure - Professor of Theology at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa.
And Michael Walsh - Author of 'The Conclave: A Sometimes Secret and Occassional Bloody History'.
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