We will resume our classes on Paul and his Seven Undisputed Letters in September with the concluding class in October.  In November, we will then turn our attention to the Gospels and Acts, in chronological order, starting with the Gospel of Mark.  Mark was the first Gospel, probably written from Rome in about 70 C. E.  Mark ignores the Christmas story and immediately delves into the baptism of Jesus, creating a sense of urgency and action.  We will review Mark while being aware of the historical events occurring in Jerusalem and elsewhere at the time.