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Alpha at St. Mary’s
What is Alpha?
Over 2 million people in the UK and 8 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 across the world.
Alpha is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed
setting over ten thought-provoking weekly sessions, with a day or weekend away.
It is low-key, friendly and fun – and is supported by all the main Christian
denominations.
Who is Alpha for?
Alpha is for everyone, especially:
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Those wanting to investigate Christianity
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New Christians
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Newcomers to the church
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Those who want to brush up on
the basics
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What does it involve?
The Alpha course consists of a series of talks addressing key issues relating
to the Christian faith.
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Supper
- There is a light meal together at the beginning of each session, which
gives people a chance to get to know each other. |
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Talk
- After each talk we divide into small groups to discuss the topic of the
evening, ask questions and express opinions. |
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Coffee & Small groups
- Listen, learn, discuss and discover. And ask anything.
Alpha is a place where no question is too simple or too hostile. |
Talk Titles
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Christianity: Boring, Untrue and Irrelevant?
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Who Is Jesus?
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Why Did Jesus Die?
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How Can I Be Sure of My Faith?
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Why and How Should I Read the Bible?
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Why and How Do I Pray?
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How Does God Guide Us?
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Who Is the Holy Spirit?
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What Does the Holy Spirit Do?
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How Can I Be Filled With the Spirit?
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How Can I Resist Evil?
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Why and How Should We Tell Others?
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Does God Heal Today?
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What About the Church?
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How Can I Make the Most of the Rest of My Life?
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Who do I contact?
There are several courses run on different days and at different times
throughout the year.
The next evening course will begin on 27th September at 7.30 pm, continuing on
Thursdays until 13th December. Daytime courses are likely to run in the same
weeks.
DON’T MISS a barbeque which helps us introduce the courses, on Saturday 7th July
at 6.30 pm at the Parish Centre, Green Road (opposite the church). Families are
welcome.
For more details contact:
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The Parish Office: |
023 9258 0551, or |
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Michael and Joan Bulman: |
023 9252 7353 |
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