Discover how to launch a successful Alpha in your context with practical guidance tailored for The Salvation Army. This session will walk you through the key steps of running Alpha—forming your team, setting timelines, promoting effectively, and choosing the right format. You’ll also explore what makes Alpha unique within The

You’ve finished Alpha. Now what? Join us for a national webinar to explore how leaders across Canada are helping guests continue their faith journey—whether through deeper discipleship, ongoing community, or opportunities to lead. We’ll share case studies and practical examples of how churches are building a local strategy for

About the Advent Preaching Seminar The seasons of the Christian year offer rich opportunities for pastors and congregations to deepen their encounter with the Scriptures, and to hear with greater attentiveness the Living God who speaks through them. Drawing upon the Revised Common Lectionary’s curated Biblical texts for Advent 2025, we

Explore what truly draws people to Alpha—and the barriers that often keep them away. In this session, you’ll learn how to equip your congregation to become inviters rather than just attenders, creating a culture of invitation that extends beyond the program itself. We’ll also look at how the environment you create—through

The Alpha Weekend is often the turning point in the Alpha journey—where guests encounter God in a deeper way. This session unpacks what makes the weekend so central, offering practical guidance on scheduling, choosing the right location, structuring the teaching flow, and leading prayer ministry with care. You’ll also learn how to

Leading an Alpha small group is about creating space for honest conversation, not delivering lectures. In this session, you’ll discover how to lead with both confidence and humility, equipping volunteers to guide discussion rather than preach. We’ll explore practical strategies for navigating difficult questions, handling silence,

Alpha doesn’t end with the last session—it’s just the beginning of a discipleship journey. This session explores how to help guests move from curiosity to commitment, with practical ideas for integrating Alpha participants into corps life, discipleship pathways, and small groups. You’ll hear stories of transformation and