ALPHA

What is Alpha?
Alpha is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, friendly setting. The Alpha course usually lasts 10 weeks, meets weekly, and has a day or weekend getaway in the middle. Courses vary in size, from one small group meeting in a home to hundreds of people in a church. Alpha is for everyone. Whether you are a “seeker,” a new Christian, or an experienced Christian, the discussion will enrich your faith.

What happens at Alpha?
Each gathering begins with a chance to visit with others. Then there is a short talk which looks at a different aspect of the Christian faith each week. This is followed by a time of discussion in small groups, where everyone is welcome to contribute his/her opinion and ask questions. People usually stay in the same small groups for the duration of the course so they become better acquainted, continue discussions and deepen friendships. The emphasis is upon exploration and discovery in a relaxed and informal environment.

The talks each week cover the following topics, acting as a springboard for the small group discussions:

Introduction:  Is there more to life than this?

Week 1: Who is Jesus?
Week 2: Why did Jesus die?
Week 3: How can we have faith?
Week 4: Why and how do I pray?
Week 5: Why and how should I read the Bible?
Week 6: How does God guide us?
Week 7: How can I resist evil?
Week 8: Why & how should we tell others?
Week 9: Does God heal today?
Week 10: What about the Church?
Weekend: Who is the Holy Spirit?, What does the Holy Spirit do?, How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit?,   How can I   make the most of the rest of my life?

When does the next Alpha group begin?

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