Alpha @ Woodvale Pentecostal Church

Millions of peoplethe world over have attended an Alpha Course - an opportunity to explore the meaning of life from a Christian Perspective

Join with us at our Alpha Introductory Dinner beginning at 6:00pm on Wednesday, September 16, 2009.

Thereafter each Wednesday night for just 13 weeks, plus a weekend retreat.

You can register by picking up a form in the church foyer or by calling the church office at (613) 829-2362.

We look forward to seeing you and your friends at the Alpha Course.

Meals and attendance for Alpha 1 (Questions of Life) are free... however registration is required. There is a charge of $5 for those attending our subsequent courses Alpha 2 (A life Worth living), and Alpha 3 (Challenging lifestyles)

What is Alpha?

A sk anything - Here's your chance to ask your questions and express your opinions.

L earning and laughter - Join others in a relaxed atmosphere.

P asta and other great food - Each weekly session begins with dinner.

H elping one another - Dinner is followed by a video presentation and small-group discussion.

A nyone can come - Anyone interested in finding out more about the Christian faith is welcome.

Who is ALPHA for?

Alpha is especially geared to:

  • People interested in investigating Christianity.

  • New Christians.

  • Christians who want to brush up on the basics.

  • Newcomers to the church.

What happens at Alpha?

1. We have a great meal together as we unwind from the busy day.
2. We watch a video talk given by Nicky Gumbel on one of the following interesting subjects:

  • Christianity: Boring, untrue, and irrelevant?
  • Who is Jesus?
  • Why did Jesus die?
  • How can I be sure of my faith?
  • Why and how should I read the Bible?
  • Why and how do I pray?
  • How does God guide us?
  • Who is the Holy Spirit?
  • What does the Holy Spirit do?
  • How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit?
  • How can I overcome evil?
  • Why and how should we tell others?
  • Does God heal today?
  • What about the church

3. After each talk there is a time in small groups to discuss any questions or issues arising from the talk. This is a time to get to know each other and learn together - no question is considered too simple or too hostile.