CHURCH NOT FOR YOU?
TRY ALPHA
REASONS YOU MIGHT NOT GO TO CHURCH
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rigid belief system
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expectation to fit the mold
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judgemental people
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condemnation approach
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no room for questions
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT AT ALPHA
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all beliefs are welcomed
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OPEN to who you are
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Smiling friendly people
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come and see attitude
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questions encouraged
WHAT IS ALPHA?
Alpha is a series of eight sessions exploring the Christian faith. Each talk looks at a different question around faith and is designed to create conversation. Alpha is run all around the globe, and everyone is welcome.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Alpha runs in cafés, churches, universities, homes — you name it. No two Alphas look the same, but they generally have three key things in common: food, a talk and good conversation.
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First up there's
FOOD
Whether it’s a group of friends gathered around a kitchen table, or a quick catch-up over coffee and cake, food has a way of bringing people together. It’s no different at Alpha. We start with food, because it’s a great way to encourage community and get to know each other.
Then a
TALK
The talks are designed to engage and inspire conversation. Generally 30 minutes long, they can be given as a live talk or played as a video. They explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions such as "Who is Jesus?" and "How can we have faith?"
Followed by
DISCUSSION
Probably the most important part of any Alpha: the chance to share thoughts and ideas on the topic, and simply discuss it in a small group. There’s no obligation to say anything. And there’s nothing you can’t say. It’s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective in an honest, friendly and open environment.
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