EllenMaksoud Posted July 10, 2013 Posted July 10, 2013 I heard from one of my British friends about "The Alpha Course", and upon reading about it a little, I am still very mistrustful, but I promise not to bite anyone. Has anyone had contact with them? I was thinking of attending one of their courses out of curiosity, but am not sure if I should. Presently, I am quite happy with my own church.
Calm Posted July 10, 2013 Posted July 10, 2013 Never heard of it, but if wiki is correct it appears to be simply a course of whatever church is offering the course version of Christianity.
Questing Beast Posted July 10, 2013 Posted July 10, 2013 What is there to fear except fear itself? (channeling the yogi off)
Alan Posted July 10, 2013 Posted July 10, 2013 I participated in an Alpha course at my local Methodist church a few years ago.It was very good. It is a no-pressure introduction to the basics of the Christian faith. It usually includes a presentation (either live or by DVD), a discussion (in which no question is taboo), and a meal. The course runs for a few weeks and has been instrumental in bringing a number of people to the Christian faith.
EllenMaksoud Posted July 10, 2013 Author Posted July 10, 2013 I participated in an Alpha course at my local Methodist church a few years ago.It was very good.It is a no-pressure introduction to the basics of the Christian faith. It usually includes a presentation (either live or by DVD), a discussion (in which no question is taboo), and a meal. The course runs for a few weeks and has been instrumental in bringing a number of people to the Christian faith.I participated in an Alpha course at my local Methodist church a few years ago.It was very good.It is a no-pressure introduction to the basics of the Christian faith. It usually includes a presentation (either live or by DVD), a discussion (in which no question is taboo), and a meal. The course runs for a few weeks and has been instrumental in bringing a number of people to the Christian faith.Actually, reading a story by an author from Portsmouth, UK on line is where I heard of it.
Antoni Posted July 15, 2013 Posted July 15, 2013 I've experiences of Alpha;It was a huge phenomenon in the mid to late 90's. It is evangelical/charismatic in its theology and caused quite a lot of issues within the Anglican communion during those years.I'd disagree it is a "no-pressure introduction", part of it is a day or weekend away when the pressure certainly is applied for people to convert and receive the baptism of the Holy ghost.Several other courses have developed in competition with Alpha, each with a slightly different theological bent.If you're happy with your current church Ellen, it'll be of little benefit to you.
EllenMaksoud Posted July 16, 2013 Author Posted July 16, 2013 I've experiences of Alpha;It was a huge phenomenon in the mid to late 90's. It is evangelical/charismatic in its theology and caused quite a lot of issues within the Anglican communion during those years.I'd disagree it is a "no-pressure introduction", part of it is a day or weekend away when the pressure certainly is applied for people to convert and receive the baptism of the Holy ghost.Several other courses have developed in competition with Alpha, each with a slightly different theological bent.If you're happy with your current church Ellen, it'll be of little benefit to you.I am quite happy with my church, still very much a seeker, and no one has discouraged that. With all my moanings and hand wringing, it is surprising that they have not dubbed me "Martina Luther", a far lesser descendant of Martin.
MrG Posted August 5, 2013 Posted August 5, 2013 Im an evangelical and became a Christian while doing an alpha course. The general format tends to be food, testimony, talk and discussion.All very informal and easy going, many people do it and then go their seperate way afterwards. I would be happy to answer any questions you have on it.
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