Lectio Mary: The Bible and the Mother of God Study Set - Catholic Bible Study Guide for Women's Faith Groups & Personal Devotion

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Product Description Why is Mary so important to Catholics, and why have so many people been devoted to her over the centuries? What can we learn about her from Sacred Scripture? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this Lectio DVD series on Mary. Featuring the insightful biblical teaching of Dr. Brant Pitre, Lectio Mary: The Bible and the Mother of God examines what Scripture, the life of Christ, and the early Church fathers reveal about Mary. By closely examining the connections between the Old and New Testaments, Dr. Pitre presents clear and easily understood explanations about the life and identity of Mary, the Mother of God. With the artistry of the Augustine Institute's Lectio series, this dynamic video program and accompanying workbook (sold separately) combine an in-depth biblical study with insightful questions, answers to common misconceptions about Mary, and personal reflections to lead the participants into a deeper love for Mary and a clearer understanding of her role in the Christian life. Episode Listing: Session 1 - The New Eve - 37 mins Session 2 - The New Ark - 35 mins Session 3 - Mother of the Messiah - 35 mins Session 4 - The Queen Mother - 34 mins Session 5 - Perpetual Virgin - 38 mins Session 6 - Mother of Sorrows - 35 mins Session 7 - The New Rachel - 39 mins Session 8 - Question & Answer - 32 mins About the Actor BRANT PITRE is distinguished research professor of Sacred Scripture at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology. He is the author of the bestselling books Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist: Unlocking the Secrets of the Last Supper (2011) and Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary (2018). Dr. Pitre is an extremely enthusiastic and highly sought-after speaker who lectures regularly across the United States. He has produced dozens of Bible studies on both CD and DVD, in which he explores the biblical roots of the Catholic faith. He has also appeared on a number of Catholic radio and television shows, such as Catholic Answers Live and programs on EWTN. He currently lives in Louisiana with his wife, Elizabeth, and their five young children.