Today is the feast day of St. Mary Magdalene, the great "apostle to the apostles" whom we read so much about in the Gospels. A penitent, a sister, a disciple, and one of the few who are named as being at the foot of the Cross, Mary Magdalene is a saint to whom we can all look for inspiration and prayer. Check out previous blog posts below to learn more and be inspired by this amazing follower of Our Lord. 

5 Myths of the Life of St. Mary Magdalene

St. Mary Magdalene has the distinction of being one of Jesus' most faithful disciples.  She stood at the foot of the cross (Matt 27:56, John 19:25) and she was the first to see the resurrected Lord on Easter Sunday (Matt 28:5-10, Mark 16:9, John 20:14-16). St. Luke has her among the first women to anoint the body of Jesus on Easter Sunday (24:10). For such an important figure in the days of the apostles, she’s a very misunderstood figure. Some misunderstandings are relatively benign and other misconceptions fall completely outside of orthodox Christianity. This article will discuss what we do know and some of the common myths about this great saint.

Here is the Story of Mary Magdalene and 9 Other Amazing Saints

For the first time ever, Mary Magdalene's memorial day has been elevated to a feast day. Learn from her and all of these saints how to be immersed in God's grace by simply saying yes to His call, in whatever form it takes in your own life.

St. Mary Magdalene: Apostle to the Apostles

This great saint is for us an image of unwavering fidelity. She is an image of what we ought to be when we turn from sin to new life in Christ – always seeking to serve Our Lord, always seeking to be near to him in suffering and joy, always seeking to share the Gospel with others.

A Meditation on the Upper Room - From Good Friday’s Grief to Easter Joy

A beautiful meditation on the apostles and Mary in the upper room following the events of Holy Thursday and Good Friday.

The Conversion of Mary Magdalene According to Cora Evans

Learn more about the mysterious figure of St. Mary Magdalene according to the mystical visions of Servant of God Cora Evans, detailed in her book The Refugee from Heaven.