How did Jesus and the 12 Apostles Fund the Ministry and Who was Funding Them? — Their Names Revealed
Jesus and the Twelve Apostles did not receive salaries or generate significant independent income; instead, their itinerant ministry was funded primarily by wealthy female patrons and occasional contributions from male benefactors. The Gospels specifically name Mary Magdalene, Joanna (wife of Herod’s steward Chuza), and Susanna as key figures who provided for the group out of …