[BearCub]

Polycarp - what is the RCC position on whether Jesus had brothers? In 10 years of Catholic schooling I don't think the issue was ever raised - at least I don't remember it.

[epluribus_2]

RCC believes that the early church considered Mary a virgin forever. It's in their (early church) writings and prayers. Ergo, any "brother" is either fraternal or by some other Mariam. Does not necessarily rule out other children of Joseph, however. He does not get much mention after the nativity.