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Thessalonica was a major city in Macedonia where Paul established a church during his second missionary journey. Though forced to leave after only three weeks due to persecution, the church flourished. Paul wrote two letters to the Thessalonians, addressing concerns about Christ's return and encouraging them in their faith and conduct.

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Paul the ApostleApostle who founded the church and wrote two letters to it

SilasPaul's co-worker in founding the church

TimothySent to encourage and report on the church