Introductory Party: 9/26/2010
Course Dates: Sundays 10/3 - 11/21, 6:00pm - 8:30pm (no commitment)
Location: Truro Church, 10520 Main Street, Fairfax, VA
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Alpha is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, friendly setting where no question about life or God is seen as too simple or too hostile…questions like—Is there a God? Why am I here? Where did I come from? Where am I going? Can I really be forgiven? Why does God allow suffering?
Who Is Alpha For?
Alpha is for anyone…anyone who thinks there may be more to life than meets the eye.
People attend from all backgrounds, religions, and viewpoints. They come to investigate questions about the existence of God, the purpose of life, the afterlife, the claims of Jesus and more. Some people want to get beyond religion and find a relationship with God that really changes life. Others come for the close, long-lasting friendships that are built during the Alpha course.
Some guests have never been to church, others may have attended church occasionally but feel they have never really understood the basics of the Christian faith. Everyone is welcome.
What Happens At Alpha?
This Alpha course consists of 8 sessions, with a one-day getaway in the middle.
Each gathering begins with a meal and a chance to get to know others. Then there is a short talk which looks at a different aspect of the Christian faith each week. This is followed by a time of discussion in small groups, where everyone is welcome to contribute their opinion and ask questions. People usually stay in the same small groups for the duration of the course so they can get to know each other, continue discussions and deepen friendships. The emphasis is upon exploration and discovery in a relaxed and informal environment.
The talks each week cover the following topics, acting as a springboard for the small group discussions:
Kickoff Session: Is there more to life than this?
Week 1: Who is Jesus?
Week 2: Why did Jesus die?
Week 3: How can we have faith?
Week 4: Why and how do I pray?
Week 5: Why and how should I read the Bible?
Saturday Retreat: Who is the Holy Spirit and what does he do?
How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit?
Week 6: How does God guide me to make the most of the rest of my life?
Week 7: What about evil and does God heal today?
Week 8: What about the Church and telling others?
How Much Will It Cost?
There is no charge for attending the Alpha course, though there is an opportunity to make a contribution for the meal and retreat.
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