Courses

Christ Church runs a variety of courses throughout the year.  Some examples of these courses are listed below. For more details and dates see the calendar or contact the office.

Alpha

The Alpha course is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed manner over ten, thought-provoking weekly sessions. It’s low key, friendly and fun and there’s no cost. Over 2 million people in the UK and 8 million worldwide have already found it to be a worthwhile experience. Topics covered include:

• Who is Jesus?
• Why did Jesus die?
• How should I read the Bible?
• How does God guide us?
• Does God heal today?

The sessions start with a meal, followed by a short video and then time to discuss any issues or questions in small groups.

For more information about the course see the official Alpha course website. Please contact Nigel Adams to join the next course.

Growing Leaders

Growing Leaders is more than just another course. Over a year, in residential and evening sessions, its unique mix of teaching, mentoring and practical application focuses on:

•  leadership rooted in Christ
•  deepening commitment to long-term service
•  essential skills for the task.

Growing Leaders has ten sessions in three parts.

Part 1 Firm foundations for Christian leadership

• Session 1 Leadership matters
• Session 2 Establishing identity
• Session 3 Clarifying call
• Session 4 Developing character

Part 2 Key skills of Christian leadership

• Session 5 Discerning direction
• Session 6 Growing leaders
• Session 7 Working together

Part 3 Keeping faithful in Christian leadership

• Session 8 Embracing cost
• Session 9 Staying fresh
• Session 10 Continuing well

TEN

In 10, 45 minute videos, J.John presents the ten commandments in a positive light, showing that far from being a set of rules to oppress us, they are the key to finding freedom in life.

Programme 1 - How to find true contentment
Programme 2 - How to hold to the truth
Programme 3 - How to prosper with a clear conscience
Programme 4 - How to 'affair-proof' your relationships
Programme 5 - How to tame your temper
Programme 6 - How to keep the peace with your parents
Programme 7 - How to stop driving yourself crazy
Programme 8 - How to take God seriously
Programme 9 - How to know the real God
Programme 10 - How to live by priorities

Marriage Preparation Course

The Marriage Preparation Course is for any engaged couple who wants to develop strong foundations for a lasting marriage.

Over five evenings spent together you will learn important tools that will enable you to make your marriage work.

You will look at

• the importance of commitment
• how to recognise and appreciate your differences
• the art of communication
• resolving conflict
• spending time together
• nurturing your friendship
• making each other feel loved
• developing a good sexual relationship
• the importance of talking about your goals, values and dreams

The evenings are very relaxed. There is a meal followed by short talks interspersed with exercises and questions for you to discuss together as a couple.

Marriage Preparation courses usually run in the spring term.

Family Time

Family Time is a parenting course that seeks to equip and envision parents not just for their children but for life. It is based on Christian values and is ideal for both Christian and non-Christian couples as well as lone parents.