What if Christianity held a story of love more radical than we’ve ever imagined? A gospel that invites us not to shame but to wholeness, not to condemnation but to transformation? This March, Spirit in the Desert’s Spirited Book Club will explore exactly that through Mary Magdalene Revealed: The First Apostle, Her Feminist Gospel & The Christianity We Haven’t Tried Yet by Meggan Watterson.

The Gospel of Mary Magdalene, as ancient and authentic as any gospel in the Bible, was hidden away in the Egyptian desert for centuries after an edict sought to destroy all copies. Thanks to the defiance of early monks, we now have access to its message—a message that upends traditional teachings of sin and shame and instead calls us to embrace our full humanity as “true human beings.”

Facilitated by Sheri Brown, the discussion will explore how Mary’s gospel teaches us to turn inward, meditate, and remember our limitless souls. If you’ve ever wondered about the spirituality Christianity left behind—or longed for a deeper, more inclusive faith—this is an opportunity to engage with an ancient but profoundly relevant text.

Join the conversation! The Spirited Book Club will meet virtually on Thursday, March 6, and Thursday, March 20, at 3:00 p.m. (AZ MST). Each session runs for 60 minutes, offering space for deep reflection and dialogue.

🔗 Register and learn more: Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center