Alpha
What is alpha?
The Alpha Course is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith.
It’s relaxed, non-threatening, friendly and fun.
There is a meal together at the beginning of each session, which gives you an opportunity to get to know each other.
Listen, learn, discuss and discover. And ask anything. Alpha is a place where no question is too simple or too hostile.
What’s involved?
The Alpha Course consists of a series of talks looking at topics such as ‘Who is Jesus?’ and ‘Why and how do I pray?’ After each talk we divide into small groups for a time of discussion.
Who is Alpha for?
Alpha is for everyone, especially:
Those wanting to investigate Christianity.
New Christians.
Newcomers to the church.
Those who want to brush up on the basics.
What will it cost?
Tickets for the introductory Alpha launch are £5 each to cover the cost of the curry dinner.
There is no charge for the Alpha Course itself, although a basket is left out each evening in case you want to make a contribution towards the cost of the meal.
Details of the next course:
This year’s Alpha launch is on Thursday 23rd September, 7pm at St Giles Church with guest speaker Tim Saiet.
The launch is being organised by several churches in Northampton. Tickets (£5 each) will be available from the churches involved. They can also be purchased from The Manna House bookshop in St Giles Street.
Following the launch, there will be courses run on various evenings at different churches.
Our course will be held on Wednesday evenings in the church centre, beginning on 29th September, and includes a meal each week.
The other churches involved are:
• Mount Pleasant Baptist Church
• Broadmead Baptist Church
• Duke Street Evangelical Church
• Billing Benefice (C of E)
• St James Church (C of E)
• St Georges Church, Wootton (C of E)
• Castle Hill URC
• Christ Church – St Crispin group of churches (C of E)
If you are interested in this – or any future courses – and would like more information, please send an email to alpha@stgilesnorthampton.org.uk or telephone 01604 628623.