This week, Gayle asked the forum to discuss our topic of learning for the next unit. Elizabeth suggested that we look at Paul, and everyone thought was a great idea. Gayle was concerned, however, because in order for us to study Paul, we need to have a lot of background knowledge about him. Gaining this background knowledge will involve learning in a more traditional Sunday School setting over the next weeks with Gayle instructing the class on the subject and us listening.
As we have determined that our class is a forum, based on discussion of topics amongst its member, Gayle wasn't sure that this idea would mesh with our class identity. However, it was agreed upon today, that a mix of traditional instruction with discussion is a healthy thing, and we are all eager to learn what Gayle has to teach us from her experiences and readings about Paul.
She introduced 2 texts to examine as a class.
Paul: The Man and the Myth by Calvin J Roetzel is a scholarly examination of Paul's life and teachings. It was the winner of the Biblical Archaeology Society Award.
Making Sense of Paul: A Basic Introduction to Pauline Theology by Virginia Wiles is written in more a textbook format for those of us who are new to Pauline theology.
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