Women of the New Testament
In the New Testament, many women are celebrated and praised for their faith and good works – as well as for their role in the Christian story.
St Mary Magdalene follows Christ (Luke 8:1-3)
After being cured by Christ, St Mary Magdalene became one of Christ’s most faithful disciples.
Christ is anointed by a sinful woman (Luke 7:36-50)
The account of the sinful woman who anointed Christ’s feet is found in St Luke’s gospel. It underlines Christ’s welcoming attitude towards sinners and his criticism of the self-righteous.
The Holy Women at the Tomb (Mark 16:1-8)
The account of the arrival of the female followers of Christ at his tomb is found in all four gospels (Matthew 28:1-8; Mark 16:1-8; Luke 24:1-11; John 20:1-9). Each gospel focuses on different details of the visit. St Luke’s gospel is one of th
Christ appears to St Mary Magdalene (John 20:11-18)
The Risen Jesus first appeared to St Mary Magdalene, in the garden outside his tomb. He told her to share the news of his resurrection with the disciples.