Alpha thoughts…

I had been meaning to go on the Alpha Course for a few of years, after hearing about a couple of people that had been on it and really enjoyed it.

I have grown up with both parents being Christians, but have never really investigated it for myself. I finally got round to going on an Alpha Course this year. It has been a brilliant introduction and provides the basics, without overloading with too much information. I have really enjoyed the Thursday evening sessions (especially the food!) and really loved meeting people and making some great new friends.

Nicky Gumbel’s talks are clear and to the point – also with lots of humour. It has encouraged me to want to find out more and carry on and study the Bible. The weekend away was also a brilliant experience, lovely food, very interesting talks and a chance to bond more closely with the people on the course.

To sum up I have thoroughly enjoyed the whole course and I can see why some people say that it changes their life. I am very pleased that I did it, and a little sad that it has ended, although a few from my group (me included) are going to continue to have Bible studies together which I am very much looking forward to.

I would definitely recommend the Alpha Course.

Ruth Digby – December 2009