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There are several opportunities at Knowle Parish Church to explore the Christian faith, from courses run over several weeks to one-off speaker events like the Men's and Women's Breakfasts. The Y Course. runs in the Spring and examines life's big issues with no prior knowledge or background assumed. The Alpha Course in the Autumn starts in a similar place but moves further into the questions of what it means to live as a Christian. For more information on any of these events, or to book a place, please contact the Parish Office.
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| The Y Course – Where life's big issues are open to question A shape like the letter Y was used centuries ago to symbolise God. And The Y Course recognises that life's great issues cannot be addressed on a human level alone.
The eight sessions of the Y Course cover issues like:
 Is there more to life than this? Can anyone really know what God is like? Why so many religions and so much suffering? And many others …The Y Course promises:
A relaxed atmosphere. Be yourself – confident that there'll be no embarrassment through being asked to do anything strange or religious. A stimulating experience. Enjoy a thought-provoking talk on a big issue – followed by a lively discussion in a small group.   The Alpha Course is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith.
If you have ever asked:
“What is the point of life?”
“What happens when we die?”
“Is forgiveness possible?”
“What relevance does Jesus have for our lives today?”
this course could be for you, or
Maybe you have attended church for some time and want to brush up on the basics.
Over 2 million people have attended Alpha courses internationally.
Alpha is a series of talks looking at topics such as :
`Who is Jesus?'
`Why and how do I pray?'
Each one followed by a non-threatening discussion in a small group.
Some talks are preceded by a meal together.
During a day away the concept of the Holy Spirit is studied.
Listen, learn, discuss and discover. Ask anything.
Alpha is a place where no question is too simple or too hostile.
The information on the next Alpha courses at Knowle Parish Church click here
Alpha is an opportunity for you or someone you know to explore the Christian faith with a series of short talks and small group discussions. It's informative, friendly and fun. For more information call Roy Carr on 777139 or Sarah Tillett on 775672.
The official Alpha website is www.alphacourse.org.uk
Women's and Men's BreakfastsThese are one-off events giving you the opportunity to enjoy a great breakfast and listen to a stimulating speaker talk about their own experience of living as a Christian in the 'real' world. Past speakers have included a senior police officer, a BBC political correspondent and a corporate lawyer. For the next Women's and Men's breakfasts visit the events page
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