Alpha Spring 2026
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What is Alpha?ALPHA is an opportunity to explore life and the Catholic Christian faith in a friendly, open, and informal environment. Each session provides guests the time and space to learn about or revisit the basics of the Christian faith.
ALPHA began in England in 1977 and is now run all around the globe. No two ALPHA are exactly alike, but they generally have three things in common: good food, high- quality videos, and good conversations. The ALPHA Course is not a Bible Study but
an introduction to the bible that encourages further study and involvement in the church community.What is Alpha for?ALPHA is for anyone who is curious. Everyone is welcomed and invited, no matter their background or beliefs. For those who are practicing Catholics, ALPHA offers an opportunity to consider what we believe and why we believe it and allows us to
renew our openness to the Holy Spirit in our daily lives. ALPHA is designed to meet everyone where they are (single, married, widowed, divorced, faithful, still searching or just starting their faith journey) and invites them to grow ever closer to Jesus.How does it work?ALPHA is FREE to attend. Each session includes a full meal, a high-quality video, and small group discussions. At ALPHA, our guests will meet new people, watch a video on a question of faith, then share their thoughts and hear from others in their small group. No question is out of bounds and guests are free to discuss as much or as little as they wish. If at any point, you think ALPHA isn't for you, that's not a problem. There's no pressure, no follow-up, and no charge.
When, Where, & Who?St. Dominic's Spring 2026 ALPHA Course will begin on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, in the Siena Room of the Parish Office. The 10 consecutive Wednesday sessions are held in the evening from 6:30 to 8:30 pm with a Special Weekend on March 13th & 14th . The Course is offered twice a year, once in the fall and the other in the spring. ALPHA is open to all adults (18 and over) plus High School Juniors and Seniors. Registration for the ALPHA Course is currently open. Just click the ALPHA REGISTRATION button below. If you prefer to register in person, please contact Jo Anne Green at 770-356-7803. Click HERE for the weekly
ALPHA schedule.
Past participants found the videos to be engaging and the format to be fun and interesting. Take a look at the trailer below to get the “feel” of ALPHA. Then don’t wait – sign up now! Spaces are limited.
Volunteer OpportunitiesWe are also recruiting volunteers to help run the Course. These include: Table Host and Helpers, Guest Check-In, Food Servers, Greeters/Bussers, Set-Up and Breakdown, the Prayer Team, and a COSTCO/SAMS Shopper. The volunteer opportunities require no homework, just your presence and a welcoming smile. Volunteer training is scheduled for Wednesday, September 3rd at 7 pm. Just click the ALPHA VOLUNTEER button below to sign up.
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Sandy Sanchez, OP Spring 2025
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TestimonialsMy name is Sandy Sanchez. I was married to the most
wonderful man for 44 years and he went home to Jesus
on June 20, 2009. After his passing I took vows to
Poverty, Chastity and Obedience. Then my son went
home on January 12, 2018, so now my precious husband
and my son are together. This is my life!
I want to let you know what a Blessing the Alpha Course
has been.
The Alpha videos brought so many blessings to me personally. Each video provided ways to touch my heart and memories so I could rejoice in the good times and embrace the difficult times. Another ALPHA gift was the table discussion after watching each
weekly video. What a Blessing!
I will be sure to encourage others to walk through this amazing course. There is simply no way to express all that has been done to increase my Faith and Love for Jesus!
Thank you to everyone who enable me to attend ALPHA! May God Bless each of the people who put it together for us each Wednesday and the Weekend experience.
In Christ's Love,
Sandy Sanchez, OP
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Food
St. Dominic is known for serving up great food for many events in the past and does the same for Alpha. Every evening each Alpha session will start with a full dinner, to include bottled water, ice tea, and dessert. Breaking bread together is a great way to create friendship and build community.
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Videos
Course videos are designed to engage guests and inspire conversation and are usually thirty minutes long. (see trailer link below) They explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions such as Who is Jesus? and How can I have faith?
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Discussion
Probably the most important part of any Alpha: the chance to share thoughts and ideas on the topic, and simply discuss it in a small group. There’s no obligation to say anything if you do not want to. It’s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective in an honest, friendly and open environment.
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