New Alpha Course starting in the Autumn
Wednesday 1st September
@ the Broadstraik Inn, Elrick, Westhill. 7pm

Contact Canon Ian Ferguson to book your place.- This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Telephone 01224- 740007

Alpha is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed setting over ten sessions with a day or weekend away. It is low key, friendly and fun. It is a place where no question is too simple or too hostile.

Everyone is welcome on an Alpha course. Some want to to investigate whether God exists and if there is any point to life and what happens after death. Others may have attended church on and off over their lives but feel they never really have understood the basics of the Christian faith.

A typical evening would begin with the group sharing a light meal followed by the topic for the evening which may be presented by a speaker or a series of DVD's. After a coffee break guests spend some time in small groups asking questions and discussing the evening's topic. Most courses have a specific time when discussion is brought to a close although guests are free to stay and chat.

THE TOPICS
Introductory session:- Is there more to life than this? - does faith have any relevance today?

Session 1:- Who is Jesus? - the historical evidence - His teaching, His character, His prophesies, His death and resurrection.

Session 2:- Why did Jesus die? - the cross, its significance and His achievement.

Session 3:- How can we have faith? - an eternal relationship with God.

Session 4:- Why and how to pray? - are prayers heard, answered and where to start.

Session 5:- Why and how to read the bible? - is it relevant today? - how to study more.

Session 6:- How does God guide us? - does God have an interest in our everyday life?

                Awayday/weekend session:- Who is the Holy Spirit? - What does the Holy Spirit do?
                How to be filled with the Holy Spirit?

Session 7:- How to resist evil? - what to do

Session 8:- Why and how to tell others:- discussing faith in a natural manner.

Session 9:- Does God heal today? - does it still happen today - what to expect - how to pray for the sick.

Session 10:- What about the church? - do you have to go to church to be a Christian? - where do we fit into church?

Closing Session :- How can I make the most of the rest of my life? - how does a relationship with God make a difference?

For further information the Alpha Administrator is Lynda Potter who may be contacted via the church office. The Registration Form may also be downloaded by following this link.