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Podcast: The Cale Clarke Show - Today's issues from a Catholic perspective.
Episode: Is the Immaculate Conception Biblical? (Special Podcast Highlight)
Description: If you've ever been asked to defend the Church's teaching on Mary being conceived without sin, you can go straight to Scripture for context. Here are some things to keep in mind. 📖 Understanding Marian Doctrine: Cale Clarke addresses a common misunderstanding in Catholic teaching. Many confuse the Immaculate Conception of Mary with the Virginal Conception of Jesus. However, these are distinct events, with the Annunciation celebrated on March 25th. 📚 Historical Definition: The doctrine of the Immaculate Conception was defined by Blessed Pope Pius IX in his apostolic constitution "Ineffabilis Deus" on December 8, 1854. It states that Mary w...