Saint Mary Magdalene
Subtitle: Prophetess of Eucharistic Love
Publisher: Ignatius Press
Published: 2017
Language: eng
Number of pages: 208
ISBN-13: 9781621640929
Subjects: Mary magdalene, saint; Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., n. t. gospels; Lord's supper, catholic church; Lord's supper (liturgy)
Description: "Adoration is love, and eucharistic adoration is love of Christ present in the Blessed Sacrament. In the Gospels there are few people who understand love for Jesus as well as Mary Magdalene, which is the reason she is a prophetess of eucharistic love. This work is an extended meditation on the life of Saint Mary Magdalene, known as the "Apostle to the Apostles" because the Risen Christ appeared to her first and then sent her to announce the Resurrection to the apostles. Based on the biblical texts traditionally associated with Mary Magdalene, this book helps readers to learn from her inspiring example and to enter more deeply into adoration of Jesus Christ truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. In telling the story of Mary Magdalene's profound conversion after the Lord had to expel seven demons from her soul, this book shows how she is a shining witness to the transforming power of an encounter with Jesus Christ. Mary Magdalene is the perfect model for those who have experienced the redeeming love of Christ and who seek to deepen their devotion to him and to the Eucharist."--Publisher's description.