…Who is Jesus?...What is the meaning of life?...Why are we here?...How can I achieve success and happiness?...What happens after we die?...
AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE THE MEANING OF LIFE
The Alpha Course.
Your Invitation.
What is Alpha?
Who is Alpha For?
What is Involved?
When/Where will the course be held?
What is the cost?
Alpha Schedule
Participants in Alpha Say:
WHAT IS ALPHA?
Anyone interested in finding out more about the Christian faith.
Learning and laughter. It is possible to learn about the Christian faith and have fun at the same time.
Pasta and pudding [pastry or perogies]. 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.
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WHO IS ALPHA FOR?
Alpha is for everyone. In particular, it is for:
- Those wanting to investigate Christianity.
- Newcomers to the church.
- New Christians.
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WHAT'S INVOLVED?
The Alpha course consists of a series of video taped talks looking at topics such as "Who is Jesus?" and "Why and how do I pray?" After each talk we divide into small groups and discuss any questions raised from the talk.
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WHEN/WHERE WILL THE COURSE BE HELD?
St. Saviour's Anglican Church
690 Munroe Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R2K 1J2
Tuesday evenings starting Sept. 21, 2004 to Nov. 30, 2004
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
One weekend retreat on Friday, Oct. 29, 2004 from 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. and on Saturday, October 30, 2004 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
To register for the ALPHA course email the church or call us at (204) 667-0336.
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WHAT IS THE COST?
The cost of this course is approximately $25.00 per person, excluding meals. We do not wish this to prevent you from attending this course. While we are not charging a registration fee, we invite you to make whatever contribution you can to enable us to cover costs. Identifiable donors will be issued charitable donation receipts.
Note: Since there will be no babysitting available, we advise you to make your own arrangements.
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ALPHA SCHEDULE
*Every session will begin at 6:00 p.m. with an ALPHA supper except during the weekend retreat.
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WHAT PARTICIPANTS SAY ABOUT 
“I was very fortunate to have been part of the beginning of Alpha at St. Saviours. I have come to realize this experience as an important part of my own personal journey with God. I can say with confidence that Alpha has given me more insight, more understanding of human nature, and of the love of God. I would urge all interested to attend."
- Marilyn Coverdale, ALPHA Worship Co-ordinator, St. Saviour’s Church, Fall 2003.
"ALPHA helps one to LEARN and discover new insights through Scripture study."
"GOOD FELLOWSHIP where you meet new friends with differing view points, while getting to know more about your ‘old’ friends you thought you knew all about."
"NO PRESSURE— Free Expressions. All questions cheerfully received and gladly considered."
- Rev. Ray McMurray
St. Saviour’s Church, Fall 2001—2003"
"What Alpha has to offer is a unique mixture of Christian content and Christian style. I recommend it to all the Christian family as a very special tool of evangelism."
The Most Rev 'd and Right Hon Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury
To learn more about alpha or for help in starting your own alpha group please visit the Alpha Canada website.
To register for the ALPHA course email the church.
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