Saint Mary Magdalene
A few interesting facts about her:
- Known as the “Apostle of the Apostles”
- Stood by the cross of Jesus with his mother Mary
- Witnessed our Lord’s Resurrection
- Patron Saint of: Penitents and Perfumers
- Saint of the Day for July 22
Mark 16
Jesus Has Risen
When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. Very early on the first day of the week, just after sunrise, they were on their way to the tomb and they asked each other, “Who will roll the stone away from the entrance of the tomb?”
Do you want to learn more about Saint Mary Magdalene? Please visit https://www.vaticannews.va/en/saints/07/22/st--mary-magdalene--disciple-of-the-lord-.html
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