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#12536 How Old Was Mary When She conceived Jesus? Mary Questions - William Albrecht

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“How Old Was Mary When She conceived Jesus?” This question opens a discussion on her significance within the Catholic faith, addressing whether she holds a higher status than other saints. The conversation also touches on the nature of Marian prayers and how to respond to those who downplay her importance in Christianity. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 15:41 – Is Mary a saint and if so, is she higher than other saints? 23:29 – Is there any evidence that would suggest Mary’s parents were visited by an angel informing them that she would be born without sin and would be the mother of the savior? 31:42 – How do I respond to my protestant friend who says all she needs is God and Mary is not important to Christian Faith? 37:35 – How old was Mary when she conceived Jesus? 41:30 – At the annunciation it was just the Angel Gabriel and Mary, is there any witnesses or way to vouch for the event being true? 46:49 – Why does the Church teach that some things are symbolic about Mary?

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