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A Friendly Guide to Women in the New Testament introduces the many women who stand at the heart of the Gospel story and the life of the early Church. Living within the constraints of the first century, they appear as mothers, daughters, sisters and wives – yet also as disciples, witnesses and leaders whose presence shapes the story of Jesus from his birth to his death and resurrection.
This engaging guide explores what the biblical texts reveal about these women – their faith, courage and active participation in the mission of Jesus, Paul and the first Christian communities. From followers and benefactors to apostles, deacons and leaders of house churches, their contributions are brought into clear focus.
Celebrating their enduring significance, this volume invites readers today to draw inspiration from these early witnesses and to continue their mission of proclaiming the Good News in the world.
Rosemary Canavan is a New Testament scholar and educator with a particular interest in the women who shaped the early Christian story. With experience in teaching and pastoral formation, she brings careful scholarship and contemporary insight to the Gospel and Pauline narratives. Her writing invites readers to encounter the women of the New Testament as faithful, courageous, and influential witnesses whose stories continue to inspire the Church today.
