Alpha creates a space, where people are excited to bring their friends for a conversation about faith, life and God.
What is Alpha?
What is Alpha?
Guests and Hosts at Alpha West Wollongong
“I loved going to Alpha every week to watch the videos, have a good chat with my group and the amazing dinner. By the end of Alpha it was like a family within the church community and I loved how inclusive everyone was no matter the age or religion.”
Annalise – 21 years old
"I went to Alpha, not quite sure what it would entail. I was raised Catholic and wasn't sure how I might find it, or if it would be things I'd heard before. The content was really engaging and breaking open the talks in small groups after was definitely a highlight of mine."
Anthony – 21 years old
“Alpha for me was really special, in more ways then one. It opened my eyes to religion & helped me relate to different circumstances in different videos. It helped the Parish community bond & share stories and memories over an amazing dinner.”
Toby – 23 years old
“When I first heard about Alpha I was a bit hesitant. I kept on hearing about Alpha and decided to give it a go. I met some fantastic and beautiful people through Alpha and connected really well with everyone. Through all the weeks I have done Alpha it really has brought me much closer to God than ever before. I am so grateful for the many blessings Alpha has presented me with. I love Alpha and the beautiful people that come with it.”
Marko – 28 years old
"For me Alpha was a great introduction to the Catholic faith, as I haven’t come from a religious upbringing and didn’t attend catholic schools growing up. It helped me to work through some of my fears and anxieties that I didn’t even know I had. It has given me a really good insight into the principles of living as a catholic in the modern world and how a lot of the Catholic faith aligns with how I see myself and want to continue to see myself in the future as I continue to grow in this space"
Gemma – 32 years old
“Doing the Alpha course I discovered there is so much more to life. I feel happier, I “see” and appreciate God’s little miracles every day and made new friends. Alpha became the highlight of my week. It felt like hanging out with good friends, catching up and connecting over delicious meals, being inspired and awakened to new possibilities through the short films. Everyone should gift this experience to themselves because it changes your life for the better.”
Natalie – 46 years old
“Alpha has been a rewarding three month journey that I have travelled in a difficult time of my life that I have endured for the last three years. Attending the first session in a pleasant environment and with an interesting topic to view had me wanting more. The highlight of the Alpha attendances was the retreat day for me. During the day I came to accept and finally put to rest an issue that has bothered me for eighteen years. I feel that everyone has their story to tell and with the aid of Alpha it may provide answers to some questions.”
Janko – 57 years old
“I very tentatively joined Alpha thinking I could always drop out. I never missed one session. It helped me deepen my relationship with God & gave more meaning to my prayers. Also, I forged good relations with other members of my group & hope to keep in touch. All up, it has been a wonderful experience, thanks to the organisers.”
Lucia – 82 years old
