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  • Alpha 16 - Fall 2025

    Begins August 19, 2025 

    For more information, contact: 

    Pam Truxillo
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    [email protected]
    504-835-9343 Ext. 1555
     

  •   Registration Is Open for Alpha 16!

        The Alpha 15 course ended in April, and the response was overwhelmingly positive! Like each previous Alpha here at St. Catherine, we witness people grow in their faith and come to a deeper relationship with Jesus through the time spent watching the videos and sharing at their tables.  In addition, friendships are formed through these shared experiences.  

              If you or someone you know is interested in having a similar experience, it's time to register now for Alpha 16 which will begin August 19, 2025.  Because our Alpha courses tend to fill quickly, don't hesitate to get your name in now.  You won't regret it!!


        There is a seat for you at the table!!

  •  Alpha 15

  •                              What is Alpha?


    Alpha is an opportunity to explore life and the Catholic Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment. It has borne great fruit over its more than 20 year history.  Alpha provides the time and space to consider and discuss the “big questions” in life: What is the meaning of life? Why am I here?  Who is the Holy Spirit?

    For those who are already 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 and invite them to grow ever closer to Jesus.

    So as to avoid any confusion, Alpha is not a Bible study or Catholic education course. All adults are welcome, regardless whether single, married, widowed, divorced, strong in your faith, searching for God in your life, or just starting out on your faith journey.  Just like the words of the Church song, "All Are Welcome in This Place."
      
    Alpha takes place over 11 weekly sessions and a “weekend retreat” (a Friday evening and Saturday).  Each session runs from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm and includes sharing a meal, watching a video, and discussing the video in a small group setting.  Participants find 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!





  •               ALPHA 15 SCHEDULE - FALL 2025

    Session number                      Date (Title of Talk)
    1August 19 (“Is There More to Life Than This?”)
    2August 26 (“Who Is Jesus?”)
    3September 2 (“Why Did Jesus Die?”)
    4September 9  ("How Can I Have Faith?")
    5September 16  (“Why and How Do I Pray?”)
    6September 23 ("Why and How Should I Read the Bible?")
    7September 30 ("How Does God Guide Us?")
    WEEKEND RETREATFriday, October 3 (6:15-9pm) and Saturday, October 4 (9am-3pm)  (“Who Is the Holy Spirit?”; “What Does the Holy Spirit Do?”; “How Can I Be Filled With the Holy Spirit?”; “How Can I Make the Most of the Rest of My Life?”)
    8October 7 ("How Can I Resist Evil?”)
    9October 21 ("Why and How Should I Tell Others?")
    10October 28 (“Does God Heal Today?”)
    11November 4 ("What About the Church?")

     

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    Do I have to talk and share my thoughts?
    No. You may remain silent the entire time if you wish..

    How long is an Alpha session?
    Sessions last approximately 1.5-2 hours. They go by quickly. We start on time and always end on time.

    Who should register for Alpha?
    Anyone over the age of 18 can register.  Everyone is welcome - women, men, married couples, and single adults.

    How much does Alpha cost?
    Alpha is free!

    I am coming and will not know anybody else. Is that normal?
    Yes. Most people come to Alpha without knowing anybody else in the course. By the end of the course, most people become good friends. Alpha is a great way to meet new people.

    Can I just "come and see" for the first week? 
    Yes. Just register to let us know you’re coming (so we have enough food prepared for you).

    What if I go for a week or two and don’t want to continue?
    If you don’t want to continue after a week or two, no worries. We will not call you or bother you if you don’t come back.

    Is childcare available?
    Yes, childcare will be available in the CYO Youth Room.

    I have more questions. Whom do I contact?
    For more information about Alpha, contact Pam Truxillo at 504-835-9343 Ext. 1555 or [email protected]..
     
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ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA PARISH 
105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA 70005
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400 Codifer Blvd., Metairie, LA 70005
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