What is Alpha?

Alpha is an opportunity to explore life and the Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment.  Alpha is not so much a course, but an experience!  Alpha brings together people from all walks of life.  More than 29 million people across the globe have participated in Alpha.  While no two Alphas look the same, they have three key things in common:  food, a talk, and good conversation.  

Who is Alpha for?

Alpha is designed primarily for those with no experience of the Church, which is why Alpha keeps it simple.  It also means that anyone can benefit from Alpha, because no assumptions are made about a person's level of knowledge, understanding, or engagement with Christianity.  There are no questions that are too hostile, too silly, or too simple.  Alpha has no prerequisites whatsoever.  Alpha is for everyone and anyone.  

This is what you can expect with Alpha!

It begins with Food

Food has a way of bringing people together and is a great way to get to know each other.  

Then there is a Talk

A video presentation explores issues of faith and the basics of Christianity and are designed to inspire and spur conversation.  

Followed by Discussion

The small group discussion is an opportunity hear from others or share your own perspective without criticism or judgement.  There is no obligation to share.  

Winter 2019 Meeting Dates & Times
Date:
Thursday, September 5, 2019
Thursday, September 12, 2019
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Thursday, October 3, 2019
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Thursday, October 17, 2019
Saturday, October 19, 2019



​Thursday, October 24, 2019
Thursday, October 30, 2019
Thursday, November 7, 2019
​Thursday, November 14, 2019
Time: 
6:30pm - 8:00pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm
9:00am - 4:00pm



​6:30pm - 8:00pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm
​6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Parish Center
Parish Center
Parish Center
Parish Center
Parish Center
Parish Center
Parish Center
Parish Center



​Parish Center
Parish Center
Parish Center
​Parish Center

Topics Covered by Alpha

Session:  
Week 1
​Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8



Week 9
Week 10
Week 11
Week 12
Topic:
Is there more to life than this?
Who is Jesus?
Why did Jesus die?
How can I have faith?
Why and how do I pray?
Why and how do I read the Bible?
How does God guide us?
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?
How can I resist evil?
Why and how should I tell others?
Does God heal today?
​What about the Church?

Register Now for Fall 2019 Alpha!
Registration is required for those who would like to attend.  Registration helps the team know attendance numbers and details for both food preparation and small group leader preparation.  Please know that by registering, you are not committing to complete Alpha; you are welcome to stop at any time (no questions asked) if you find that Alpha is not for you. 

There is no fee to attend Alpha.  There will be an opportunity to make a free-will offering that will go towards the cost of food.  Donations are not expected, but greatly appreciated.  ​

Questions?

Contact the Alpha Team at:  alpha@saintsusanna.com