We all have big questions. Why am I here? Is There More to Life Than This? Is God real? How Can I Make the Most of My Life?

Alpha creates a safe space to explore these big questions. Together.

What happens at a typical Alpha? Every Alpha session has three key elements:

Let's connect! Whether it’s a group of friends gathered around a kitchen table, or a quick catch-up over coffee and cake, connecting over food has a way of bringing us together.

It’s no different at Alpha. Most sessions start with food, because it’s a great way to build a community and get to know each other.

Alpha talks are designed to engage and inspire conversation.

Each talk is around thirty minutes long and given by a speaker live or played as a video.

The talks explore important issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions from Who is Jesus? and How can we have faith? to Why and how do I pray? and How does God guide us?

One of the most important parts of any Alpha is the chance to share thoughts and ideas in small groups.

There’s no obligation to say anything and there’s nothing you can’t share (seriously).

It’s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective in an honest, friendly and open environment.

It was originally developed as a short course for people who attended Holy Trinity Brompton (HTB) in Central London, UK. 

In 1990, Nicky Gumbel took over running Alpha and found that many people outside of the church were warming up to the idea of Alpha.

Today, millions of people have tried Alpha in more than 169 countries, and it has been translated into 112 different languages.

It runs in every part of the worldwide church – the Catholic Church, the Orthodox Church, the Pentecostal Church and all the mainline Protestant denominations.

"Absolute best course to answer questions about life, meet people and get love and support."

— Shane

"the most enlightening and spiritual Christian program I have had the fortune in taking part in. I have made great friendships and feel really guided in my faith!"

— Sara

"Knowing Jesus at Alpha changed my life. It changed everything for me."

— Jorge

"Alpha was very welcoming and very casual. It just felt that I was going to hang out with my friends."

— Miranda

"Alpha was a safe place where I could say out lout whatever I had to say."

— Maggy

Simply click any “Try Alpha” button and let us know of your interest.

Once you click the "Try Alpha" button, we’ll send you the current schedule and address.

If you enjoyed the food, talk, and discussion — then feel free to come on back. 

There’s zero obligation, zero cost, and and it’s totally up to you if you’d like to join another session of the Alpha Course.

We believe that everyone should have the chance to explore faith, ask questions and share their point of view.

Alpha is a series of fifteen interactive sessions, typically run over eleven weeks, including a weekend away, where anyone can explore life and the Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment.

Everyone is welcome, but Alpha is designed particularly for people who would not describe themselves as Christians or church-goers.

There’s no charge to attend Alpha – it’s free.

• Launch Party: Is There More to Life Than This?
• Week 1: Who is Jesus?
• Week 2: Why Did Jesus Die?
• Week 3: How Can We Have Faith?
• Week 4: Why and How Do I Pray?
• Week 5: Why and How Should I Read the Bible?
• Week 6: How Does God Guide Us?
• Week 7: How Can I Resist Evil?
• Week 8: Why and How Should I Tell Others?
• Week 9: Does God Heal Today?
• Week 10: What About the Church?

• Weekend talk 1: Who is the Holy Spirit?
• Weekend talk 2: What Does the Holy Spirit Do?
• Weekend talk 3: How Can I Be Filled with the Holy Spirit?
• Weekend talk 4: How Can I Make the Most of the Rest of My Life?