TRY ALPHA
TRY ALPHA
Alpha is a series of interactive sessions that explore life, faith, and meaning. Each talk looks at a different question around the Christian faith and is designed to spark conversation. Click the video below to find out more.
It’s free
There’s no charge for Alpha; it’s completely free.
No pressure
There’s no pressure and no follow up. Come for the first week for a taster.
Everyone’s welcome
Alpha is for anyone who’s curious to explore the Christian faith.
What to expect
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Meet new people and enjoy good food together.
Alpha is made for people who are in the same boat – not sure about faith, but curious to find out more. You’ll meet people from your local community and get to know them over the course of your Alpha. Each session kicks off with some time to connect and eat together. Dinner is provided for free.
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A talk exploring a big question around the Christian faith.
We will watch an episode of the Alpha Film Series for everyone together. Each talk is designed to spark conversation and unpacks a different question. In all, the Alpha talks are designed to give an overview of the key beliefs of the Christian faith.
Example topics:
Is There More to Life Than This? Watch now >
Who is Jesus?
Why Did Jesus Die?
How Can I Have Faith?
Why and How Do I Pray?
Why and How Should I Read the Bible?
How Does God Guide Us?
What About the Church?
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Space to hear from others and share your thoughts.
The most important part of any Alpha – an open conversation about the week’s topic. You can share your thoughts and questions, or just see what other people made of it. There’s no pressure to say anything or come to any conclusions – just a safe space for everyone’s unique perspective.
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Alpha is starting on Tuesday January 20th at 7.30pm in the church hall here at St Andrew’s. It will then run for the following 11 weeks, including one Saturday in March:
Put simply the dates are:
Tuesday 20th January
Tuesday 27th January
Tuesday 3rd February
Tuesday 10th February
Tuesday 17th February
Tuesday 24th February
Tuesday 3rd March
Saturday 7th March (9.30am-5pm)
Tuesday 10th March
Tuesday 17th March
Tuesday 24th March
Tuesday 31st March
Want to know more?
Watch Sophie’s story after she chose to explore life, faith, and purpose through Alpha.
