Originating in Ireland in the 18 th century, and operated by female religious organizations with government consent from the mid-19 th century onwards, the secretive, commercial laundry facilities, ...

In this gnostic gospel, Mary Magdalene appears as a disciple, singled out by Jesus for special teachings. In this excerpt, the other disciples are discouraged and grieving Jesus' death.

Everybody knows the story of Mary Magdalene. Her story of repentance, forgiveness and encounter with the Lord has become a favorite for many Catholics, especially women. The story many don’t ...