If Paul were to write to your parish today, what issues would he address?
If you were trying to introduce someone to the writings of Paul, which passages would you share with her or him first, and how would you explain why you thought they were important?
Which two passages in Paul’s writings do you find hardest to understand – discuss them with someone (if you are studying in a group, with another member of the group; otherwise with a family member, a priest, a close friend – someone who you think might have some insight to share)
Paul’s ideas were developed in a different culture almost 2000 years ago. How is it they seem so relevant to us today? What about those that seem linked to attitudes which are now very different (for example towards women) – how do we deal with that?