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Episode 13 – The Glories of Mary: The Meaning of Our Lady’s Birth for Us
Episode 13 – The Glories of Mary: The Meaning of Our Lady’s Birth for Us
Father Edward Looney discusses in detail the birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary. He highlights the significance of Mary’s birth as a prelude to her role in salvation history and emphasizes the unique graces bestowed upon her by God from the moment of her conception. Father Looney encourages reflection on how to honor Mary on her feast day, September 8th, and draws parallels between celebrating the births of Jesus, Mary, and John the Baptist and celebrating one’s baptismal day. Explore the discourse on Mary’s birth and deepen your understanding of her role as the Mother of God and Mediator of Grace.
Fr. Edward Looney is the pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Shawano, WI and serves as the president of the Mariological Society of America. He has visited Marian shrines all across the world, including Lourdes, Fatima, Knock, Beauraing, Banneux, Pontmain, and Rue du Bac. Fr. Looney publishes regularly on Marian topics, is the author of seven books, and hosts multiple podcasts including The Mystical City of God in a Year.
TAN Direction Episode 13 – The Glories of Mary: The Meaning of Our Lady’s Birth for Us
Episode 13 – The Glories of Mary: The Meaning of Our Lady’s Birth for Us
Father Edward Looney discusses in detail the birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary. He highlights the significance of Mary’s birth as a prelude to her role in salvation history and emphasizes the unique graces bestowed upon her by God from the moment of her conception. Father Looney encourages reflection on how to honor Mary on her feast day, September 8th, and draws parallels between celebrating the births of Jesus, Mary, and John the Baptist and celebrating one’s baptismal day. Explore the discourse on Mary’s birth and deepen your understanding of her role as the Mother of God and Mediator of Grace.
Episode 13 covers part two, discourse two.
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Fr. Edward Looney
Fr. Edward Looney is the pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Shawano, WI and serves as the president of the Mariological Society of America. He has visited Marian shrines all across the world, including Lourdes, Fatima, Knock, Beauraing, Banneux, Pontmain, and Rue du Bac. Fr. Looney publishes regularly on Marian topics, is the author of seven books, and hosts multiple podcasts including The Mystical City of God in a Year.
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