St Lawrence Church, Bidborough: Alpha Course

St Lawrence Church, Bidborough

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Alpha Course

What is Alpha?

Alpha Logo The Alpha course, which runs in thousands of churches across the country, is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith. It is relaxed, non-threatening, low-key, friendly and fun. It runs over about 12 weeks, and each evening session begins with a meal, which gives everyone a chance to get to know each other.

What's involved?

After the meal there is a DVD presentation, which looks at topics such as 'Who is Jesus?' and 'Why and how do I pray?' After each talk there is discussion in small groups. Listen, learn, discuss and discover - and ask anything. Alpha is a place where no question is too simple. The evening will finish before 10:00pm

Who is Alpha for?

Alpha is for everyone, especially those wanting to investigate Christianity; new Christians; newcomers to the church; and also those who want to brush up on the basics of their faith. It might be for you, or perhaps you know a friend or neighbour who you think might be interested. If so, why not pass the enclosed leaflet on to them - or invite them to come to the course with you.

What will it cost?

There is no charge for the Alpha course, although you will be asked to make a small contribution towards the meal.

Where and when is Alpha happening?

Alpha courses in Bidborough begin on 2nd October at the Hare and Hounds pub. Please contact Stephen Hills if you would like to attend or would like to know more.

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Daily Prayer provided by the official Church of England web site, © The Archbishops' Council of the Church of England, 2002-2009.

Church Open Day and Sponsored Bike Ride

11th September. If you would like to get involved contact Bill Snell.

Soul Survivor

Contact Anne Hinds if you would like to join the youngsters attending this year 11-15 August.

C.A.M.E.O. Teas

Cameo
Cameo teas have restarted. Come along to the Small Village Hall on Thursdays from 4pm to 4.45pm for tea, cakes and friendship.

C.A.M.E.O. Lunch

On the second Sunday of the month in term time in the school hall. If you are not with family or friends on those days, you are very welcome to join us from 12.30pm, eating around 1.00pm. Please give Helen Taylor a call on 544588 if you would like to come.

Women's Institute

The next meeting will be on 19th July at 7.45pm in the Village Hall. Subject for the evening will be 'An Inspector Called' by Don Buckland.

Crisis Recovery

The Day Centre would be happy to receive donations of second-hand clean clothes and shoes for their guests (particularly men’s clothing). If you can help please get in touch with Alan Richards on 528916.

Free Rice

Click on the rice bowl and you will be offered a word and four possible meanings. Click on the correct one and the advertisers on the site will pay for 20 grains of rice to go to the hungry of the world. Watch the grains of rice accumulate as you play – 5000 grains are a bowlful!

Traidcraft

There is a Traidcraft stall in Church on the first Sunday of every month. Please support this worthwhile project, which last year sold £7000 worth of goods in local churches.

Brownies

We welcome the 1st Bidborough Brownies for Church Parade during family services.
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St Lawrence Recipe Collection

Still available, at £5.00 per copy.
Contact Jenny Heyes or Deborah Snelling.