Free Spirituality Seminar
A free spirituality seminar is being offered by Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Scotch Plains, NJ. Most meetings are on Zoom. In a world of isolation, anonymity, and keyboard-warriors, Alpha offers content and guidance for churches, ministries, and individuals to create a space for honest and open conversations about life’s biggest questions. Everyone is welcome and no questions are off limits.
Alpha is a place to connect with other people who are open to exploring life, faith, and meaning. Alpha fosters honest, open, and judgment-free conversations for anyone to explore the Christian faith. Each session includes a time to connect with others (often over a free meal), watch a short video on an element of the Christian faith, and then a chance for each person to share thoughts and questions with the group.
“I was invited to participate in the Alpha pilot. From the initial meeting, I knew this was something that I wanted to be a part of,” explains Nancy Schreck. “After completing the pilot, I joined the Alpha team to help plan for the future of Alpha at IHM. It’s a wonderful opportunity for people at any level of faith to meet new people and explore new ideas.”
Sessions are free to attend and are scheduled on Monday nights at 7:30 p.m. The first meeting will be live and in-person on Monday, September 18, 2023, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Nazareth Center of Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM) Church: 1571 S. Martine Ave. Scotch Plains. Good food and conversation will be offered to all in attendance. Most meetings after that will be hosted on Zoom. Links and directions will be provided to those who register. Participation is capped at 30 people.
“When I offered tech support for the pilot program at IHM, I had no idea what I was in for. I’m not very religious. But Alpha was an unexpected surprise!” offers Gabe Lamberty. “The program is interesting and entertaining. And it’s nice to meet new folks from the community. Overall an unforgettable experience.”
“I’m looking forward to the Alpha experience,” says Lou Zappo. “It sounds like a lot of fun, and who knows, I might learn something about myself.”
Registration is required, please visit ihmparish.net/alpha or call 908-889-2100. If you have questions about Alpha, please emailoffice@ihmparish.net.
