What is Alpha?
Alpha is a series of conversations about questions we all have in life: Why do bad things happen to good people? What's the purpose of life? What's next?
If you're looking for a judgment-free space to ask hard questions and share your own opinion — there's a place for you here.
What to expect…
Connection
Connecting with others is what we were made for. All sessions start with a time to connect and build friendships, eliminating awkwardness and creating space for important conversations.
Content
Alpha’s content explores the big questions we all ask, and guests from any background can unpack the basics of Christian faith. Bring your questions, you’ll find you’re not alone.
Conversation
Those who attend Alpha share that their small group discussions are hands-down the best part of the experience. No questions are off limits and there’s nothing you can’t say (really).
Join the conversation…
Alpha is a series of group conversations that explore the basics of the Christian faith. Everyone is welcome. You’re invited, no matter your background or beliefs.
Alpha looks like:
Connection with new people.
Watch a short film around a question about faith.
Share your thoughts and hear from others.
Dinner will be served each week.
Alpha 2026
The next Alpha series runs April 6th thru June 1st!
Sessions will take place every Monday at 6:30 PM at the Redd Building — 831 SE Salmon St, Portland, OR 97214. We will be joined by several other local churches for dinner and discussions.
Registration opens soon— keep a look out for that in an upcoming newsletter and here on the website!
Experience Alpha
Want to see what Alpha is all about? The Alpha Experience on Thursday, March 19th offers a chance to find out! Join us from 6:30 - 8 PM for the opportunity to take part in a single Alpha session, just like those offered during the full 10-week course. If you’ve heard about Alpha but haven’t experienced it yourself, this evening is for you!
Come, bring a friend, and enjoy the evening with us. We hope to see you there!
Thursday, March 19th | 6:30 PM | Sanctuary
Serve with Alpha
We’re looking for volunteers to serve as table leaders or greeters. It’s especially helpful if you’re familiar with the Alpha program, but all who are excited to serve are welcome!
Save the date: there is a city-wide training on Saturday, March 14th, and the hope is that volunteers will be able to attend the training as well as participate in each week’s Alpha sessions from April to June.
This is a wonderful opportunity to serve our church family, lead meaningful conversations, and help others feel welcome and connected in our community — we’d be thrilled to have you join the team!
QUESTIONS?
Whether you’re still considering, not quite ready to commit, or simply want to talk things through, we would truly love to connect with you. Even the smallest concern or question matters, and there’s space for everyone who wants to participate!
For all Alpha matters, we invite you to email Vanessa Coburn at Vanessa@society.church.