“a Protestant pastor asked me what’s more important, the Bible or tradition. I didn’t have an answer”
well, at least he knows where things went wrong. . .
“Mary has the ear of Jesus in a special way.” Chapter and verse, please.
I would also greatly appreciate your citing the Scripture reference for any time Jesus ever said, “Whatever you desire, ask my mother in my name and she will see that you receive it; or anything remotely close to that where Mary would be indicated as being part of the chain of command. WADR.