July 30, 2011 – Catechism 971-975

Instead of writing again about Mary, I just wanted to give this link.  It is a short video that gives many of the Bible verses that support Catholic beliefs about Mary.  The one thing I did want people to think about, and I don’t think it is brought up enough, is the Israelite understanding of a mothers role with the King.  The King of Israel’s mother played a very important role as an advocate between the people and the King and was given a seat of honor next to the King.  If this is the understanding of Israel kingship, are we to think that the mother of Christ would not have some important role to play.  Just something to think about. 

http://youtu.be/kUdYeYy3NQA