New Testament Women Mary, the virgin mother of Jesus, has a place of honor among the women of the New Testament. She is an enduring example of faith, humility, and service (Luke 1:26–56). Other notable women of the New Testament include the following: Name Description Biblical Reference Anna Recognized Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah Luke 2:36–38 Bernice Sister of Agrippa before whom Paul made his defense Acts 25:13 Candace A queen of Ethiopia Acts 8:27 Chloe Woman who knew of divisions in the