Alpha, Faith And Support

I've just received a list from the Christian Enquiry Agency of local churches in my area who host the Alpha course.

Looking through the list it shows the diversity of denominations that exist in my area. Who said faith is no more! Unfortunately work commitments prevent me from attending the course as it spans a number of weeks. Hopefully, shifts permitting, I'll be attending very soon.

One thing I have noticed is that it is hard to keep focused on the desire to know God. You start off with good intentions and then because of obstacles that appear, conscious or otherwise, you feel that you're falling backwards.

To add to my arsenal I receive email alerts from Cross Rhythms who give faith-based support via inspirational email. And may I say it certainly helps. When you feel at a low ebb and you're getting hassle at work it gives you that boost to follow the path that He wants you to.

Finding A Church

This is a little harder than it would seem. Yes there are plenty of churches out there. But, we are all different. What may seem sombre and quiet to some would be exciting and vibrant to others. So choose wisely. We all aim for the same, to find religious meaning and to know God.

I received an email from a very nice gentleman from a non-denominational church near to me. It's not in my local parish so to speak. It's about 20 to 30 minute drive. But from the description it seems to be a church that is going places. I've read information through the internet to find out in a bit more detail what the story is. And it looks great. Unfortunately I work rather awkward shifts which means I cannot go to the first service to which I have been invited. They're is an Alpha course there also so it will give me the building blocks on which to build my faith. Giving the obvious apologies I will attend when my committments allow. But I have to keep the desire to know God burning in my heart.

See you soon.