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FAQ
1. Where do I find more information about workplace faith?
2. How do I get permission to run this at my place of work?
3. What if we have less than an hour?
4. Can people in different positions within the workplace take the course together?
5. Can you offer a course for mixed groups?
6. Where can we find prayer support for our Alpha group?
7. Can new guests join the course at any time?
8. Why is the Alpha Weekend/Day Away so important?
Where do I find more information about workplace faith?
More information about workplace faith can be found at http://www.icwm.net/.
How do I get permission to run this at my place of work?
Ensure that you communicate to those in charge that this course is open to everyone at your place of work, regardless of faith background. Let them know that you are not asking for them to endorse the course, but would like permission to use the facilities and perhaps advertise. It is helpful to explain that this is an open discussion on Jesus (or faith) from a Christian perspective. If you work in a government office, please ensure that you know the laws relating to a faith-based group meeting on the premises. To view your rights in the workplace click here.
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What if we have less than an hour?
We recommend using a live speaker who is very familiar with the Alpha material and has attended an Alpha conference. It is not recommended that you try to run Alpha in the Workplace in under 45 minutes.
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Can people in different positions within the workplace take the course together?
Yes, but you should evaluate this on a case-by-case basis. Depending on your cultural context this may or may not work. If guests are in different places professionally, this could impair the participants’ openness within the group. Use your best judgment when inviting colleagues, in order to create a good environment for discussion.
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Can you offer a course for mixed groups?
We have run courses for men, women and mixed groups. They are equally successful.
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Where can we find prayer support for our Alpha group?
Prayer partners can often be found amongst Christian work colleagues, your church or organized prayer groups. Many men and women desire to be used in ministry and this is an excellent way to partner with them.
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Can new guests join the course at any time?
We strongly recommend that no newcomers be introduced to the course after week four. People who show interest after that point should be encouraged to join the next course. It is key that a feeling of group unity, intimacy, trust and friendship be allowed to develop within the small groups. This is hindered if new people join throughout the course.
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Why is the Alpha Weekend/Day Away so important?
There is a strong emphasis in the Alpha course on building relationships. Taking time to go away somewhere for a weekend or day, as a group, is an excellent way of cementing these friendships. Secondly, the aim of the Alpha Weekend/Day Away is to provide teaching about the person and work of the Holy Spirit, as well as the opportunity for individual ministry for the guests. This teaching is vital to the course and should not be missed. Frequently guests tell us that the Weekend/Day Away was the highlight of the course.
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