St. Paul's Letters

Film Focus: Fr. Jeffrey Mickler, SSP begins this video by considering how letters are written, addressed, and delivered today. He then gives a detailed discussion upon how letters were addressed, sent, and received in the first century. He continues by discussing the structure of St. Paul’s letters. He closes by encouraging careful reading of these Pauline letters.

Text Focus: Pages 436-438

Discussion Questions:

1. How were St. Paul’s letters addressed and delivered? How is this the same as today? How is this different?
2. How did St. Paul receive feedback from his letters? How is this different from the way we communicate today? What are the pros and cons of each way? Which way do you think fosters more genuine communication?
3. Discuss the structure of St. Paul’s letters. Why do you think he chose to write all his letters according to this pattern?
4. What is your favorite piece of advice that St. Paul gives in his letters? If you do not have a favorite, pick one now.

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