22 July 2022 Saint Mary Magdalene

22 July 2022 Saint Mary Magdalene

Upon my bed at night
   I sought him whom my soul loves;
I sought him, but found him not;
   I called him, but he gave no answer.
‘I will rise now and go about the city,
   in the streets and in the squares;
I will seek him whom my soul loves.’
   I sought him, but found him not.

From Song of Songs 3:1-4

Little is known for certain about Mary Magdalene although it is widely accepted that she was a follower of Jesus and that she was the first witness to his resurrection. Traditionally Mary is portrayed as a repentant sinner whose sins of sexual misconduct had given her a bad name. Whatever the facts of her life prior to knowing Jesus, what does emerge clearly in the gospels is the ardent, even passionate love she gave. Mary washed and anointed Jesus’ feet and stayed with him through the painful circumstances of his crucifixion and death. Just like the young bride in today’s reading, Mary was passionate and wholehearted in seeking the person her heart loved. Perhaps her example reminds us that our love for Jesus should be likewise.

  • Why do you suppose that Mary was allowed the privilege of being the first to witness the Risen Christ ?
  • How do you show your love of Jesus?

Look for opportunities today to show your love of Jesus present in those you meet and interact with.

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