St. Mary Magdalene is the patron saint of contemplative life, converts, hairstylists, penitents, perfume makers, and women. The Gospels give St. Mary Magdalene a special place among Jesus' followers. Her surname owes its origin to her birthplace, a town called Magdala close to Tiberias on the edge of the Sea of Galilee. According to the Western Church's long-standing tradition, Mary the Sinner is synonymous with Mary of Bethany, the sister of Martha and Lazarus, and Mary Magdalene. Mary of Magdalene was liberated from seven demons by our Lord. Mary "the Sinner" lovingly anointed His feet. According to St. John, Mary, who had been delivered from seven demons, was "Mary of Bethany" and, therefore, the sister of Martha. She sat at the Lord's feet and listened raptly to every word he said.
Mary Magdalene, who was the most devoted and loving disciple of the Lord, stood with his mother at the foot of the Cross, observed his burial, and was the first person to view the empty tomb and the rising "Rabboni" on Easter morning. She was the one who was chosen by Him to deliver the good news to the other disciples. As a result of this role, she gained the title "Apostle to the Apostles" in the early Church. Catholics revere Mary Magdalene in high regard as an example of the contemplative life and conversion.
St. Mary Magdalene, pray for us, that whenever we sin, we would immediately repent of it and decide to make amends.
Jonathan Fabian Ginunggil,
Most High Servant,
Jesus, Mary, Joseph Ministry of Love
(Blessed and Saints and the Nine Choirs of Angels)
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