THREE COURSES, THREE DIFFERENT NIGHTS, THREE DIFFERENT VENUES IN 2024

Alpha Hosted by HRC
Sunday evenings at Holy Redeemer’s Family Life Center, beginning January 21st
Tuesday evenings at Taboon Middle Eastern Restaurant in Grand Blanc, beginning January 30th

ALPHA in partnership with Catholic Charities in Flint
Thursday evenings at St Michael’s Conference Center in Flint, beginning February 1st

Everyone should have the chance to explore the biggest questions about life, faith and meaning; ask their questions and share their point of view. Everyone should take the chance to find out who Jesus is and why He matters in your life.

What is Alpha?

Alpha is a series of sessions that provide that space where people can explore life, faith and meaning, the Christian response to those questions. Alpha gives poeple the opportunity to find out who Jesus is and why he matters. Typically run over eleven weeks, each session looks at a different question around faith and is designed to create conversation. Alpha is run all around the globe, and everyone is welcome.

What to expect

Alpha runs in cafés, churches, universities, homes, bars—you name it. No two Alphas look the same, but they generally have three key things in common: food, a talk and good conversation.

First there's food

Whether it’s a group of friends gathered around a kitchen table, or a quick catch-up over coffee and cake, food has a way of bringing people together. It’s no different at Alpha. We start with food, because it’s a great way to encourage community and get to know each other.

Then there's a talk

The talks are designed to engage and inspire conversation. Generally thirty minutes long, they can be given as a live talk or played as a video. They explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions such as Who is Jesus? and How can we have faith? Watch a sample episode here:

Followed by 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. And there’s nothing you can’t say. It’s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective in an honest, friendly and open environment.