Alpha Spring 2025
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What is Alpha?Alpha is a series of sessions exploring life and the Christian faith in a relaxed and friendly setting. Alpha began in London, England and is now run all around the globe, and everyone is welcome. No two Alphas look the same, but they generally have three things in common: food, a short video, and good conversation.What is Alpha for?Alpha is for anyone who's curious. The Alpha Course is designed to encourage and explore the basics of the Christian faith in a friendly and open environment. No question is out of bounds and you are free to discuss as much or as little as you wish.How does it work?Alpha is FREE to attend. Each session includes a full meal, dessert, and tea, a short video presentation and discussion where you may share your thoughts. At any point, if you think Alpha isn't for you, that's not a problem. There's no pressure, no follow-up, and no charge.
When, Where, & Who?St. Dominic's Spring 2025 ALPHA Course will begin on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 in the Siena Room of the Parish Office. The 10 consecutive Wednesdays sessions are held in the evening from 6:30 to 8:30 pm with a Special Weekend on March7th and 8th. The Course is offered twice a year, once in the fall and the other in the spring. ALPHA is open to all adults (18 and over) plus High School Juniors and Seniors. Registration for the ALPHA Course is currently open. Just click the ALPHA REGISTRATION button below. Click HERE for the weekly Alpha scheule.
Volunteer OpportunitiesWe are also recruiting volunteers to help run the Course. These include: Table Host and Helpers, Guest Check-In, Food Servers, Greeters, Set-Up and Breakdown, and the Prayer Team. The volunteer opportunities require no homework, just your presence and a welcoming smile. Volunteer training is tentatively scheduled for January 22nd. Just click the ALPHA VOLUNTEER button below to sign up.
If you have any questions, contact Jo Anne Green at [email protected] or (770) 356-7803.
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Food
St. Dominic is known for serving up great food for many events in the past and does the same for Alpha. Every evening each Alpha session will start with a full dinner, to include bottled water, ice tea, and dessert. Breaking bread together is a great way to create friendship and build community.
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Videos
Course videos are designed to engage guests and inspire conversation and are usually thirty minutes long. (see trailer link below) They explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions such as Who is Jesus? and How can I have faith?
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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 if you do not want to. It’s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective in an honest, friendly and open environment.
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