Mary of Magdala : The story of the Church as you should have known it - Joanna Courtney

Mary of Magdala : The story of the Church as you should have known it - Joanna Courtney

Joanna Courtney

£18.99
  • Pages · 368 pages
  • Publication Date · 25/11/2025
  • Genre · Historical fiction
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A devoted follower. At the dawn of a new era, Mary of Magdala is swept up by the radical teachings of Jesus of Nazareth. But her choice to follow him comes at a great cost: her family's disapproval and rejection. A woman with a voice. Together with her companions Prisca and Lydia, Mary begins a journey to share the message of love, hope, and renewal in a world where women's voices are silenced. As they face hostile crowds and the ever-present threat of persecution, their determination is tested, their faith redefined. A leader ready to rise. As the early Christian community struggles to find its footing, Mary discovers the strength within herself to inspire and help shape a movement that will echo through history. This is the story of the church through the eyes of the women who helped build it.

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