CROSS CURRENTS VOLUME 2020 | ISSUE 3 | MARCH
ALPHA NOW LAUNCHING You are invited to Alpha! Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith, and will run over the course of seven weeks. Each talk looks at a different question around faith and is designed to create conversation. Alpha is run all around the globe, and everyone is welcome. Join us for a great meal and conversation with others who are exploring life and faith; no strings attached. Let’s share life together during Lent! Come for yummy food, fellowship, information about what Alpha is, and a FUN video on “Is there more to life than this?” Register at our table in The Gathering Place or contact Connie at crandall@sapctucson.org or at sapctucson.org/alpha.
ALPHA STORIES “I prayed for the opportunity to experience greater depth with my relationships at St. Andrew’s. God led me to Alpha! During Alpha, I found a new community in my fellow faith explorers discovering God’s goodness, His promise to love me right where I am, but also a deep dive into the complex world that we live in and what it means to be steadfast and faithful. The videos of current experiences prove that the lessons of the Bible are just as applicable today, plus provided a greater understanding of Who God is, and the relationship of the Trinity. Alpha Conference 2020
Alpha provided a safe place to share my faith, my struggles, and questions – making these ladies my new and lasting Sisters-in-Christ that I turn to for friendship and support. Sharing our experiences and faith walk together has given me a richer maturity in my commitment to my journey – praising Jesus, thanking God and bringing everything (my joy, sorrow, troubles and thanks) to my Lord and Savior.
“Many years ago, I remember seeing a very large sign outside the church that read, “Alpha.” I always wondered what it meant. And.. that pretty much describes Alpha… a safe place to go where you can ask questions. Or, merely listen. There is no pressure. It is the perfect place. When I went to Alpha, it was at a difficult time in my life. I was searching for answers and found them at Alpha. I went alone after a long, tiring day at work and was so grateful for the hot meal we shared together. It was fun to meet people. It felt good to socialize with people from St. Andrew’s and, for the first time in a long while, I felt accepted there. I felt able to share in the discussions without feeling dumb or being judged. Every week I learned so much. We covered topics I had always wondered about, but never heard discussed or felt safe asking. Alpha taught me a huge deal and, more importantly, renewed my faith immensely when I needed it most.” - Lisa Best
I prayed, and, as usual - God delivered, and then some!” - Vickie Palmer
TUESDAYS | BEGINNING MARCH 3 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM