Alpha Course
What is the Alpha course?
Alpha is a low-key, fun, fast-paced 12-week course offering wonderful opportunities to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, non-threatening environment with food, fun, and frank discussion. Entertaining and enlightening videos provide insight into how the Christian faith offers relevant truths for contemporary life. Enjoy making new friends and exploring ways to make the most of life without the stuffiness of traditional “churchianity.” Some have said of the Alpha course, “It is the way the original Church began – with thought-provoking discussions and friendly interaction over a meal in a laid-back atmosphere where any question can be asked.” Come and see!
Over 11 million people worldwide have now attended an Alpha course, an opportunity to explore the meaning of life, running in tens of thousands of churches of all denominations, and at universities, in prisons, and military bases across the world.
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Alpha Course
Who is Alpha for?
Everyone is welcome! People attend from many different backgrounds, religions and viewpoints. They attend for a variety of reasons.
- Some want to investigate whether God exists and if there is any point to life.
- Others are concerned about what happens after death.
- Still others may have attended church all their life, but feel they never really understood the basics of the Christian faith.
Alpha is the course for everyone who thinks there may be more to life than meets the eye.
- People investigating Christianity and seeking God’s existence.
- Newcomers to the Church seeking involvement.
- New Christians seeking more understanding of their faith in Jesus.
- Couples preparing for marriage seeking to build a foundation in Christ.
- Christians seeking to brush up on the basics.
- Those seeking to rekindle a passion for the things of the Holy Spirit.
What happens at Alpha?
The Alpha course consists of a series of talks addressing key issues related to the Christian faith. Each Thursday evening's schedule is the following:
7:00 - 7:20 p.m. Dessert/Fellowship
7:20 - 8:20 p.m. Talk (DVD)
8:30 - 9:00 p.m. Coffee/Small group discussions (except for week 11)
9:00 p.m. Ending
Topics Schedule:
Introduction: Is There More to Life than This?
Week 01: Who is Jesus?
Week 02: Why Did Jesus Die?
Week 03: How Can We Have Faith?
Week 04: Why and How Do I Pray?
Week 05: Why and How Should I Read the Bible?
Week 06: How Does God Guide Us?
Week 07: How Can I Resist Evil?
Week 08: Why and How Should We Tell Others?
Week 09: 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?
The course curriculum is the book 'Questions of Life' by Nicky Gumbel. Each talk reflects one of the chapters from this book.
How much does it cost?
- The Alpha course is free.
- Childcare from infants through 4th grade is provided at no cost.
Want to learn more about Alpha Course?
Go to www.alpha.com
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Alpha Course needs volunteers to make the program successful. These positions include
- Alpha Course Coordinator. Help with registration, set up and clean up.
- Alpha Course Food Helper. Provide food or dessert for the dinner portion of the meeting.
- Alpha Course Host. The Host will lead a small discussion group.
- Alpha Course Nursery. Help by providing childcare for the Alpha Course participants.
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