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SUMMARY:Alpha Catholic Context Training: Where does Alpha fit in?
DESCRIPTION:Where does Alpha fit in the life of the Parish?\nAlpha in a Catholic Context trainings – Setting the scene and a firm foundation. \nOver the last 2 months we have been speaking to Catholic Diocesan Pastoral and Evangelisation offices to understand each Bishops priorities and where Alpha fits. With all we have heard we are running four Alpha in a Catholic Context trainings over the next 4 months. \nWho are these trainings / information sessions aimed at? \nParish Priest\, Parish Leadership teams\, Alpha teams\, anyone interested in running Alpha\, anyone who would like to know more about Alpha. Just like at Alpha all are welcome. \nWhat will be covered? \nWednesday\, 17th June @ 7pm | Why Alpha. Why do Catholic Parishes need Alpha?\nWednesday\, 22nd July @ 7pm | What is Alpha and who is it for?\nWednesday\, 19th August  @ 7pm | Where does Alpha fit in the life of the Parish?\nWednesday\, 16th September @ 7pm | How to take your Alpha from good to great \nEach Session is stand alone but do get the full experience we recommend attending them all. \nRegister to receive the Zoom link for each session. Training Zoom for Alpha in a Catholic Context – Fill out form \nWho is presenting? \nThe training will be present by Clare Bell the Alpha Catholic Engagement Manager for NZ. Clare has been running Alpha in the Cathedral Parish in Christchurch for 6 years and she has been working in the Parish as they amalgamated Parishes and started taking the journey of Parish Renewal. Alpha has been at the center of all of this change. Throughout the training Clare will share real experience how Alpha has assisted the Parish to become more welcoming\, more generous\, have plenty of volunteers and a growing RCIA programme. \nSee you there!
URL:https://www.alpha.org.nz/event/alpha-catholic-context-training-where-does-alpha-fit-in/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
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