December 8, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, a Holy Day of Obligation, holds a special place in the hearts of us Marian Fathers. Father Donald Calloway, MIC, explains. Then hear about the Shrine of St. Anthony, a remarkable place in Maryland that's a hub of mercy in action.
On July 4, remember that the Patroness of the United States is mother for all of us: those on the left or the right, Democrat or Republican, whatever our ethnicity, race, or even creed. Our Lady is the New Eve, Mother of the New Adam, and the Refuge of Sinners; she has been given the whole human race by God.
Did you know that Our Lady, under the title of the Immaculate Conception, has a deep connection to the discovery of America and the founding of the United States? Father Chris Alar, MIC, traces the Marian roots that ultimately led to the declaration of Mary as patroness of our country. Then hear Fr. Thaddaeus Lancton, MIC, as he discusses a fascinating topic with Fr. Rendell Torres of the Diocese of Albany, New York: how the Immaculate Conception relates to contraception.
Episode 123 with Dr. Robert Stackpole
Dr. Robert Stackpole is a former Anglican priest who converted to Catholicism, and for years has been assisting the Congregation of Marians as Director of the John Paul II Institute of Divine Mercy. We discuss his book, “Mary, Who She Is and Why She Matters.”
The Immaculate Conception is one of the most misunderstood dogmas of the Church and one that you need to understand to defend your faith. Join Fr. Chris Alar as he explains this amazing gift of mercy given to Mary and why He did so.