07 Phoebe and Letter Carriers in the Ancient World

Regrettably, the class this week was not streamed and is not available. This is one of the more important studies of the larger class and we encourage you to read through the materials in the handout. Phoebe's role in bringing and interpreting the message of Romans was likely quite formidable and our understanding of this should contribute to our interpretations of the two New Testament passages which address the basis for women's inclusion and exclusion in the church's gatherings.