Alpha and Alpha II Courses
A practical introduction to the Christian Faith/Une invitation à explorer la foi chrétienne

- What is the point of life?
- What happens when we die?
- What relevance does Jesus have for our lives today?
- How do we deal with guilt?

If you would like to explore any of these questions, then Alpha is for you!

What is Alpha for?
Anyone interested in finding out more about the Christian faith. People of all ages are welcome.

Learning and laughter. It is possible to learn about the Christian faith and have fun at the same time.

Pasta etc. Eating a meal together gives people an opportunity to get to know each other.

Helping one another. The small groups give you a chance to discuss issues raised in the talks.

Asking anything. Its a place where no question is regarded as too simple or too hostile.

Who is Alpha for?
Those wanting to investigate Christianity.

New Christians.

Those who feel that they have never really got going as a Christian.

Newcomers to the church

Those who want to brush-up on the basics.

What’s involved?
The evening Alpha course begins at 6:30 pm with supper followed by a talk. We then divide into smaller groups for coffee and cookies to discuss any questions raised from the talk. We aim to finish by 9.15 pm.

Il y aura un petit groupe de discussion en français pour les francophones.

There is an opportunity to go on a weekend away. This has been a key part of the Alpha course and a great success in helping people get to know each other.

What will it cost?
There is no charge for Alpha course although a small contribution is requested for the meal each evening and for the food and accommodation during the week-end.

When and where?
The evening Alpha course at St. Stephen’s runs once a week for 11 weeks. There is also one weekend getaway.

 Presently there are no alpha groups running but please contact us if you are interested.