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Alpha Course
The Alpha Course is run twice each year in Callan Parish Hall, beginning in January and September. This basic course in practical Christianity was begun in the Anglican parish of Holy Trinity, Bromton, London. It was given its present form by Rev. Nicky Gumbel about 1990 and has since spread to most countries of the world and to most Christian denominations.
What Is Alpha?
Pasta & pudding. Eating a meal together gives people an opportunity to get to know each other.
Helping one another. The small groups give you a chance to discuss issues raised in the talks.
Ask anything. Alpha is a place where no question is regarded as too simple or too hostile.
What Is Involved?
The Alpha Course consists of a series of talks looking at topics such as ‘Who Is Jesus?’ and ‘Why and How Do I Pray?’ There are 14 talks spread over 10 one-night-per-week sessions of two hours, plus one full day (or a weekend). After each talk we divide into smaller groups and discuss any questions raised from the talk. There is no cost. A subscription for the food is invited.
Who is Alpha for?
Alpha is for everyone. It particularly caters for:
Newcomers to the church
New Christians
Those who want to brush up on the basics.
The chairperson of the Alpha Leadership Group in Callan is:
Mr. Michael Byrne, Newtown, Kells, Co. Kilkenny. Requests for further information, or applications for the next course, which begins in September, 2000, may be made to him or to the priests.Alpha Web Sites
Alpha UK
Catholic Alpha Office