Alpha
What is Alpha?
Alpha is a 10 week practical introduction to the Christian faith. ALPHA stands for...A - Anyone can come. All are welcome.
L - Learning & laughter. Join others in an informal atmosphere.
P - Pasta (or other food). Each weekly session begins with dinner.
H - Helping one another. Large-group video and small group discussion.
A - Ask anything. Here's your chance to ask questions.
Alpha is for everyone, including individuals interested in investigating Christianity, newcomers to the church, new Christians, and those who want to brush up on the basics of Christianity.
No matter who you are, the Alpha course offers an exciting avenue to explore life's most perplexing questions. The 10 week course is filled with great meals, thought-provoking talks, and great small group discussions.
What happens at Alpha?
Dinner (45 minutes):Evening courses begin with an informal dinner and time for fellowship.
Talk (40 Minutes):
The main presentation of the addresses a key issue relating to Christianity. The Alpha course presents a DVD series with speaker Nicky Gumbel.
Dessert and Small Groups (1 hour):
Guests often find the small group session to be the most valuable and rewarding time of the whole course. The sessions are an opportunity to ask questions, express opinions, and to discuss the topic of the evening. Small groups also provide an opportunity to get to know others and share ideas in a relaxed and non-threatening environment.
What is covered in the course?
- Week 1: Who Is Jesus?
- Week 2: Why Did Jesus Die?
- Week 3: How Can I Be Sure of My Faith?
- Week 4: Why and How Should I Read the Bible?
- Week 5: Why and How do I Pray?
- Week 6: How Does God Guide Us?
- Alpha Weekend
-Talk 1: Who Is the Holy Spirit?
-Talk 2: What Does the Holy Spirit Do?
-Talk 3: How Can I Be Filled With the Holy Spirit?
-Talk 4: How Can I Make the Most of the Rest of My Life? - Week 7: How Can I Resist Evil?
- Week 8: Why and How Should We Tell Others?
- Week 9: Does God Heal Today?
- Week 10: What About the Church?
- Alpha Celebration Dinner Party