UNDERSTANDING SAINT MARY MAGDALENE
UNDERSTANDING MARY MAGDALENE Rev Fr Utazi Prince Marie Benignus Zereuwa utaziprince@yahoo.com THE WOMAN MARY MAGDALENE 1. INTRODUCTION The Church celebrates the Feast of Saint Mary Magdalene on July 22nd. Mary Magdalene, known as the Apostle to the Apostles, holds a special place in Christian history. Her humble faith and love for Jesus have made her an enduring symbol of devotion. All four Gospels mention her, and she plays a significant role in the ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. On her feast day, we remember her profound roles as the first witness to the resurrection. We also acknowledge her crucial part in spreading the Good News of the Risen Christ. St. Mary Magdalene flourished 1st century AD in Palestine. She was one of the most celebrated disciples of Jesus Christ, famous, according to Mark 16:910 and John 20:1417, for being the first person to see the resurrected Christ. Mary Magdalene is one of the most well-known women in the New Testament. She ...