There may be variations on this theme, which are addressed in the next several questions. In general, there may be a lack of self confidence. If so, we need to strengthen our confidence by becoming more informed about the issue, by speaking with other priests who are active in the movement, by prayer, and by experience. To help counteract this, we can resolve that our speaking on abortion will always include reference to the help available to women in need, as well as to the peace and forgiveness Christ offers through His Church. Certainly it is psychologically complex.
Nothing can justify it.
A Sunday congregation is a varied audience, in terms of age, education, and spiritual maturity. The problem of addressing such a group is not limited to abortion. For ANY subject, we must exercise sensitivity and prudence. At the same time, our audience is not in a vacuum, nor are they living in a Christian society. We must consider the shocking, confusing, and erroneous messages they are constantly hearing outside the Church.