Mary Magdalene, or Mary of Magdala, is the prime example of the loyal disciple, who stood by Jesus' side to the end and even beyond, as she is the only person listed in all four Gospel accounts as the leader of the loyal women who discovered the empty tomb on their mission to anoint Jesus' body. Mary was the Apostle to the Apostles, seen here running excitedly to deliver the resurrection news to Peter and the other male Disciples who had gone into hiding following the crucifixion. She was likely a woman of means, since she is also grouped with Joanna and Susanna who financially supported Jesus' ministry. (Image from The Story and Legends of Easter; a PowerPoint presentation)
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