LDS Church abortion policy remains unchanged since 1976, despite perception of recent shifts
October 22, 2026 at 6:02 PM MT · via By Common Consent · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

By Common Consent publishes analysis of the LDS Church's official position on abortion, noting the Central Area Presidency's recent claim that the Church's stance is "clear and unchanged" since 1976 — a statement the author questions. The piece documents how Church abortion policy has actually shifted in phrasing and interpretation over decades, creating confusion among members about what is permitted. The timing follows the Church's known political activity against Idaho's abortion-access referendum.
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