Alpha 2010 : Is there more to life than this?
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Kick-off evening: Week of January 10, 2010 Course period: Weeks of January 17-March 25, 2010 Location: Various homes in Durham and Chapel Hill (see map) Time: 6:30-9:00pm Cost: No charge |
What is Alpha?
The Alpha course is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith. It’s relaxed, friendly and fun. Participants enjoy a great meal, laugh, and learn together in a low key environment. Listen, discuss, discover, and ask anything. Alpha is a place where no question is too simple or too hostile. It is supported by all the main Christian denominations.
What’s involved?
Participants meet once a week for 10 weeks in a small group setting. Each week, groups gather for about 2 ½ hours. The evening will start out with dinner and a chance to get to know one another. After dinner and some time together, a short video will be shown. The video addresses a different topic each week. Some topics include:
- Who is Jesus?
- Why did Jesus die?
- Why and how do I pray?
- How does God lead us?
- What about the church?
The video will be followed by a time of discussion. Everyone is encouraged to contribute and ask questions as they feel comfortable. The emphasis is on exploration and discovery in an informal setting.
Where and when is Alpha taking place?
Blacknall church will be hosting Alpha in various Durham and Chapel Hill homes, on various nights of the week, from 6:30-9:00pm. Current locations and days offered are:
- Durham: Lochside (Wednesday)
- Durham: Hillandale Commons (Sunday)
To view a map of all Alpha site locations, see: Alpha site map. If there is enough interest, a group may be offered at Blacknall church with childcare on Wednesday night.
An introductory evening will be held the week of January 10, 2010 in each of the homes. The 10-week sessions will begin the week of January 17 and run each week through the week of March 25, 2010.
You don’t have to come to the whole course – just come along for the first night and see what you think. No pressure.
Who is Alpha for?
Alpha is for EVERYONE, especially:
- Those wanting to investigate Christianity
- New Christians
- Newcomers to church
- Those who want to brush up on the basics
No question is out of bounds and you are free to discuss as much or as little as you wish. We don’t assume any background knowledge of or belief in Christianity. Everyone is welcome.
What will it cost?
There is no charge for the Alpha course.
Okay, I’m interested…what next?
If you have any further questions, please email us. (alpha@blacknall.org)
If you plan to enroll in the Alpha course,
- Explore the Alpha site map to determine which location is best for you.
- Fill out and submit the Alpha course registration form to register for the course.
We can’t wait to meet you in January!
The Alpha Planning Team
