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THE ONLINE ALPHA REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. Please contact the church office at 519-948-7055 - extension 0 for more information about the next class.
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What is Alpha?
More than fifteen million people all over the world have completed the Alpha course during the last fifteen years in churches, homes, schools, universities and prisons.
Alpha is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed, non-threatening setting over nine thought-provoking weekly sessions, with a "Getaway" day included.
It is low-key, friendly and fun - and is supported by all the main Christian denominations.
An Alpha course will be running at Parkwood Gospel Temple (E.C. Row and Central Ave).
Why not take this opportunity to explore the meaning of life?
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Who is Alpha for?
Everyone is welcome on an Alpha course and people attend for a wide variety of reasons. Some want to investigate whether God exists and if there is any point to life; others are concerned about what happens after death. Still others may have attended church on and off all their lives but felt they have never really understood the basics of the Christian faith. People come from many different backgrounds, holding many different viewpoints - but all come with the same objective: to establish whether Jesus Christ has any real relevance for their lives.
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NYONE INTERESTED in finding out more about the Christian faith is welcome on the course. |
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EARNING & LAUGHTER. It is possible to learn about the Christian faith and have fun at the same time. |
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ASTA & PIE. Eating a meal together gives people an opportunity to get to know each other. |
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ELPING ONE ANOTHER. The small groups give you a chance to discuss issues raised in the talks. |
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SK ANYTHING. Alpha is a place where no question is regarded as too simple or too hostile. |
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What will it cost?
The Alpha course is free.
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A Typical Evening at Alpha
At Parkwood, the Alpha course runs on Tuesdays from 6 to 8:15 PM. Here's a typical timetable for an evening session of Alpha.
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1 hour Dinner
Almost all evening courses begin with a meal of some kind, ranging from a full supper to a light snack. Guests usually eat with other members of their own 'group' of around 8-12 people.
5 - 7 min Break
45 min Talk (video)
The main talk of the evening addresses a key issue relating to the Christian faith. We use a video of speaker Nicky Gumbel (founder of Alpha) giving the talk.
30 min Small Groups
Many guests speak of how they find the small group sessions to be the most valuable and rewarding times of the whole Alpha course. The sessions are an opportunity to ask questions, express opinions and to discuss the topic of the evening. They also provide an opportunity to make friends and to bounce ideas around in a relaxed and non-threatening environment.
Ends
The course ends at 8:15 PM, although guests are free to stay and chat if they would like.
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What about my Kids?
Our adult sessions are Baby/Child free zone. Alpha Kids is available from 6 to 8:15 PM on Tuesday nights for children from infant to grade 5.
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TITLES OF TALKS
Christianity: Boring, Untrue and Irrelevant?
Who is Jesus?
Why did Jesus die?
How can I be sure of my faith?
Why and how should I read my Bible?
Why and How should I pray?
How does God guide us?
Who is the Holy Spirit?
What does the Holy Spirit do?
How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit?
How can I make the most of the rest of my life?
How can I resist evil?
Why and how should I tell others?
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Alpha Hotline
 519-948-7055
Press 7
24 hour access
Get important Alpha Updates
(Storm Watch! Alpha Getaway News, etc,)
Leave a message for Alpha Team (absences etc.)
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When is the next course?
THE ONLINE ALPHA REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. Please contact the church office at 519-948-7055 - extension 0 for more information about the next class.
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Alpha Fast Facts
The Alpha Course in Canada
- More than 3,000 churches and organizations in Canada have run the Alpha course.
- More than 300,000 people in Canada have attended an Alpha course.
- While the majority of Alpha courses in Canada are run in churches or in homes, they can also be found in workplaces, pubs, cafes, prisons, addiction treatment centres, Aboriginal Reserves, military bases, high schools and university campuses.
The Marriage Course in Canada and Worldwide
- The Marriage Course is a series of 8 sessions designed to help any married couple strengthen their relationship.
- More than 720 Marriage courses and 130 Marriage Preparation courses have run in Canada.
- The Marriage Courses registered worldwide: 2,984
- The Marriage Preparation Courses registered worldwide: 475
- For more information visit http://www.relationshipcentral.ca
Alpha Worldwide
- From 5 courses in 1992, Alpha courses now number 42,530 and run in 163 countries.
- Alpha resources have been translated into 104 official languages and 34 "pilot" languages.
- There are 43 National Alpha Offices with 1,905 Alpha Advisors.
- About 16 million adults from around the world have been on an Alpha course.
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