1. The Rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire

2. Do Now (U4D11) December 13, 2013 Complete the Do Now: Paul ’ s letter to the Romans and answer the associated questions. Complete the Do Now: Paul ’ s letter to the Romans and answer the associated questions. Homework: Study for your Unit 4 Exam on Wednesday. Review sheet will be posted online. Homework: Study for your Unit 4 Exam on Wednesday. Review sheet will be posted online.

3. Pivotal Question 1 Why would Christianity appeal to the Roman people? Why would Christianity appeal to the Roman people?

4. With your partner, develop a list of 6-10 reasons why Christianity would appeal to the Roman people. With your partner, develop a list of 6-10 reasons why Christianity would appeal to the Roman people.

5. Pivotal Question 2 Outside of growing popularity, what legally changed the status of Christianity in the Roman empire? Outside of growing popularity, what legally changed the status of Christianity in the Roman empire?

6. Pivotal Question 3 What is the hierarchy of the early Christian Church? What is the hierarchy of the early Christian Church?