Theology in the Raw Resembling Jesus in the Abortion Debates: Angela Weszely
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Feb 5, 2026 Angela Weszely, founder of ProGrace and author of Becoming ProGrace, helps Christians resemble Jesus in abortion conversations with a grace-centered, church-focused approach. She explains why moving beyond pro-life/pro-choice rhetoric matters. She outlines ProGrace's curriculum, theological commitments to equal dignity, pastoral responses, and how churches can become safe, supportive places that prevent harm and heal pain.
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See Power And Victimization
- Angela points out the story's power dynamics: the woman is a pawn and religious leaders abused power.
- She urges the church to notice systemic injustice, not only individual sin.
Prioritize Kingdom Over Party
- Do not let political identity eclipse kingdom identity when addressing abortion.
- Focus church discipleship and character formation to produce cultural change rather than defaulting to partisan solutions.
Broaden The Ethical Lens
- Widen the ethical question from 'what should she do?' to 'why are people having abortions?' and the social causes.
- Address economic, social, and cultural barriers that make childbearing costly and stigmatized.
