In the Orthodox church abortions are not allowed or encouraged. I know of only one exception and that is an ectopic pregnancy. In an ectopic pregnancy, a fertilized egg has implanted outside the uterus. The egg settles in the fallopian tubes. I do not think we know enough information to say whether or not the nun was just in her action or whether the Catholic Church was. Also I don't think that in the Orthodox Church saving your child's life by sacrificing your own is grounds for becoming a martyr and therefore a saint. Many other factors have to be in place as well.
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