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Tag: Who was Mary Magdalene?
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Mary Magdalene
St Mary Magdalene is extensively mentioned in the New Testament. Indeed, more often than many of the Apostles. She is sometimes incorrectly presented as a repentant prostitute although Jesus removed demons or healed her from some illness. The Gospels of Mark and Luke state that Jesus cast out seven demons from her. St Mary Magdalene probably…
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St Joseph of Cupertino
Featured Saint: St Joseph of Cupertino (1603 – 1663) St Joseph was born in Copertino, Italy. His father died before his birth and his home was seized to settle his father’s debts leaving his mother homeless. As a child he experienced visions that continued throughout his life, often making him the object of scorn. He…