Alpha is a chance to ask questions and explore the Christian faith in a fun, no-pressure environment. Everyone is welcome regardless of their background or beliefs. All views are welcome as long as they’re communicated with respect. We share meal, watch a short film, and then have discussion over coffee, tea & cake.

(1) We share a meal together in groups. The meal is free and we can cater for vegetarian, vegans and those on a gluten free diet if you let us know you dietary requirements when you sign up.

(2) We watch a short thought-provoking film from the Alpha film series on a topic of Christian faith.

(3) We gather in small groups to have coffee, cake and to say what we think about the evening’s topic. You can say anything you like, ask questions or say nothing at all and just take it all in.

No. There’s no cost to attend Alpha- we provide the videos, a meal , coffees and teas and usually some pretty good homemade cakes/cookies too! No one will ask you for money.

If you’re not enjoying Alpha there’s absolutely no need to return. Alpha is on your terms, so we won’t follow up or contact you after Alpha unless you ask us to and there’s absolutely no pressure of any kind.

Absolutely not! In fact most people who attend Alpha are not Christians. People attend for many reason — some are exploring faith themselves, some are just curious, and others may be trying to understand more about a friend, spouse or family member’s faith.

No one kind of person takes part in Alpha - it’s for anyone who’s curious about exploring questions of life, faith and purpose. It’s estimated that to-date around 30 million people have attended an Alpha Course in more than 175 Countries and 100 languages.  Whoever you are, whatever your background you are welcome to come and explore Alpha at All Saints.

We recommend the course for those 18+. If you are or know a younger person interested in Alpha we can direct you to our next Youth Alpha.