Alpha
What is Alpha?
Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith.
Who is it for?
Alpha is for anyone because it helps to create a space for encounter. Guests explore life, faith, and meaning in an open and welcoming environment.
How does it work?
Alpha is a 10-week course for churches use to create a space and a culture where people are excited to bring their friends for a conversation about Jesus.
Everyone has questions.
Alpha is a parish tool for evangelisation.
Based on hospitality, sharing, and open conversation, the same Alpha content is run all over the world, by Christians of all traditions, and provides a common expression of faith.
Alpha is a space for encounter.
Last year alone, more than 6,500 people in Ireland experienced Alpha, in addition to millions more in over 100 countries around the globe.
Alpha is a tool for the church to revitalise a culture of prayer, hospitality, and mission.
What does a session look like?
Hospitality
Whether in person over a meal or virtually with a cup of tea, all sessions start with a time to connect, relax, and build friendships. Eating food together creates space for people to connect and share life on a deeper level.
Watch an Episode
The Alpha talks are designed to engage people from all walks of life and inspire conversation. They explore the big issues of life and faith and unpack the basics of Christian belief such as “Who is Jesus?” and “Why and how do I pray?”
Discussion
The discussion time is an opportunity for people to respond to the talk, hear from others, and contribute their own perspective in an honest, friendly, and open environment.
Watch a Preview
The Alpha Film Series is designed for today’s audience. It was filmed all around the world, and features inspiring stories and interviews with world-famous leaders.
Here’s what some Irish church leaders have to say.
“Alpha is an uncomplicated introduction to the person of Jesus and his message.”
— Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, Waterford & Lismore Diocese
“Alpha is making an invaluable contribution to the process of proclaiming the Good News.”
— Bishop Donal McKeown, Derry Diocese
“A tremendous catalyst for changing the culture of a parish.”
— Fr James Mallon, Divine Renovation Ministry
“I have seen the faith of many people coming alive in a new way.”
— Rev William Olhausen, St Matthias’, Killiney
Interested in running Alpha in your church? Let’s talk.
The Alpha Ireland team is here to support you and your church. If you’re interested in running Alpha but aren’t sure where to start, book a short one-on-one call with a member of our team.