The Gospel of Mark — the earliest of all the Gospels — is a vivid, brisk, dynamic masterpiece. From its opening bold statement declaring the beginning of the Good News of Jesus Christ to its oddly abrupt ending of the women at the tomb running away terrified, Mark’s Gospel grasps our attention and draws us in. By exploring Mark’s different narrative techniques and looking again at the story as a whole, this talk will guide today’s readers through Mark’s powerful story.
Dr Paula Gooder is Canon Chancellor of St Paul’s Cathedral and a leading Biblical scholar and teacher. She is the author of many books including the newly published The Gospel of Mark.