ALPHA I: A Ten-week Practical Exploration of the Christian Faith. Begins after Labor Day

ALPHA stands for:

Anyone interested in finding out more about the Christian faith. All adults are welcome.

Learning and laughter. Learn about the Christian faith & have fun at the same time.

People, pasta, pizza, pie.. An opportunity to get to know others and make new friends.

Helping one another. Small groups give you a chance to discuss issues raised.

Ask anything. Alpha is a place where no question is seen as too simple or too hostile.

WHEN AND WHERE?
Begins after Labor Day - Stay tuned for more info.

WHO IS ALPHA FOR?
Alpha is for everyone! It's especially geared to:

People interested in investigating Christianity.
Newcomers to the church.
New Christians.
Couples preparing for marriage.
Christians who want to brush up on the basics.

WHAT HAPPENS AT ALPHA?
There is a series of talks on topics such as:

Who is Jesus?
Why and how should I read the Bible?
What about the Holy Spirit?
Why and how should I tell others?
What about the Church?

After each talk there is a small group time for everyone to discuss any questions or issues they have.
This gives an opportunity to get to know each other and to learn together.

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT ALPHA...
"For as long as I can remember, through my childhood, teens, and adult years, I have asked questions. One question I constantly asked myself was "Do I believe in God?". I had no answer and it bothered me... By the end of the third Alpha evening I had come to a few realizations that were truly stunning for me... I knew that Jesus died for me and that I could never 'sit on the fence' again." --Jill

"I have learned more in the space of a few weeks than I ever had in years of attending church." --David

"Everything Alpha gave me was so positive; it gave me the beginnings of understanding what being a Christian means; it gave me warm friendship and a sense of belonging... it gave me patient and thoughtful answers to all my questions." -- Sarah

"Alpha is wonderful -- life changing! Alpha answered and clarified all the basics for me and put me on firm ground to travel forward on my journey with God." -- Mary

"From the very first meeting we felt this is what had been missing from our lives. It felt like coming home." -- Margaret and Keith

"I was originally afraid to come to ALPHA, but the people were wonderful and the conversations were positive yet challenging. I would recommend ALPHA for anyone searching for the Truth." -- John

Visit Alpha North America's website at www.alphana.org.