EXPLORE FAITH
The Bible tells us we're not lost in the crowd to God. He knows your name, your story, the things you carry that nobody else sees. In Psalm 139 it says He knitted you together before you were even born, and He's been paying attention ever since. This isn't a distant, disinterested God watching from a distance - it's someone who calls you by name, like an old friend picking you out in a busy room. Whatever you've been through, whatever you believe about yourself, you're not invisible to Him.
And more than just knowing you, God actually wants to know you - properly, personally, not from a distance. Jesus spent his time with the people everyone else overlooked, and the whole story of the Bible is really about a God who keeps reaching toward us, wanting relationship rather than religion. It's less "prove yourself worthy" and more "come as you are, let's talk." Whether you've got questions, doubts, or you're just curious, that invitation stands - to meet Him, not just learn about Him.
We’d love you to get in touch to have a coffee with one of our leaders, join an explorer’s course called Alpha, come to a Sunday service or engage in whatever way you’d like.
WHAT IS ALPHA?
If you’re looking to explore the Christian faith in an open, friendly environment, try Alpha. Everyone’s welcome. No matter your background or beliefs, you’re invited.
Our next Alpha starts:
Tuesday 22 September 7:30pm at St Paul’s
Wednesday 23 September 7:30pm at St Barnabas
Alpha is a series that explores the big questions of life and faith, and gives you space to share your thoughts and opinions with others. Alpha is relaxed and low-pressured, so no question is off the table and everyone is welcome: no matter your background or beliefs.
Alpha has been running all over the world for decades. Globally, nearly 30 million people have done an Alpha course, gathering in churches, pubs, prisons and homes to meet new people and explore Christianity.
WHAT HAPPENS AT ALPHA?
The Alpha series runs as a group in the evening during the week. We start the evening by eating dinner together, and then we listen to a talk. Each talk looks at a different topic around faith and is designed to create conversation - you can say anything at all or just listen if you’d prefer. Each session is hosted in a group, and everyone is welcome.
WHO IS ALPHA FOR?
Alpha is for anyone who’s curious. The fun, free and friendly sessions are designed to encourage conversation and explore the basics of the Christian faith in an open and informal environment. No question is out of bounds and you are free to discuss as much or as little as you wish.