Celebrating St. Mary Magdalen on July 22.
St. Mary Magdalen, whose feast is celebrated on July 22, is one of the most compelling figures in the Gospels. She is the first recorded witness to the Resurrection, the one to whom the Risen Christ entrusted the message to “go and tell” His disciples. For this, the Church honors her with the title “Apostle to the Apostles.”
Mary Magdalen’s story is often misunderstood. The Gospels tell us that she was healed by Jesus—He cast out seven demons from her—and from that moment on, she followed Him with total devotion. She stood by Him at the cross when many fled, and she went to the tomb while it was still dark, driven by love.
For Catholic professionals, Mary Magdalen reminds us that healing is not the end of the story—it’s the beginning of a mission. She didn’t just receive mercy; she lived in response to it. Her life became a witness of gratitude, courage, and proclamation.
Her journey speaks to anyone who’s ever experienced transformation, who’s been forgiven, redirected, or awakened. In the workplace, she teaches us not to separate faith from daily life. We’re meant to carry resurrection hope into meetings, decisions, relationships, and routines.
Mary Magdalen didn’t preach from pulpits, but she brought the most important news in history to those who needed it most. That’s the power of lived faith.