What is Alpha?
Alpha is a ten-week journey that creates powerful opportunities for people to encounter Jesus through the presence and work of the Holy Spirit. It supports parishes and communities across the Archdiocese of Brisbane to form missionary disciples who are equipped to share their faith with others in their neighbourhoods and wider community.
Rooted in conversation, hospitality, and prayer, Alpha also serves as a highly effective complementary resource for the enquiry stage of the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults), helping participants explore faith in a welcoming, relational and Spirit-led environment.
How does Archdiocesan Ministries support Alpha?
Our Adult Formation team offers an Archdiocesan Alpha Journey that walks closely with parish and community teams as you discern, prepare, and launch Alpha in your local context. In collaboration with Alpha Australia, we provide formation, training, and ongoing support to help parishes and communities build confident leadership teams and run a fruitful Alpha season. Our heart is to journey with you step-by-step, equipping you to create welcoming spaces where people can encounter Jesus and grow in faith.
The Archdiocesan Alpha Journey is going regional in 2026! Our first Alpha Journey for the year will be based in the Gold Coast and Logan region, however all parishes and communities from across the Archdiocese are invited.
7pm • Wed, 25 February 2026 • St Mary’s Parish Upper Coomera
Parishes and communities from across the Archdiocese are invited to join us for an inspiring evening as we explore what Alpha can look like in your local context. This experiential event gives you the chance to see and feel a typical Alpha session – the atmosphere, the conversation, and the impact. and the impact. In collaboration with Alpha Australia, we’re bringing parish and community teams together to imagine what introducing or reigniting Alpha could mean for your community. We encourage parishes or communities to send at least two parishioners, or as many potential team members as possible. Spots are limited, so be sure to secure your place soon!
We warmly invite all parishes and communities who would like to take part in the Archdiocesan Alpha Journey to join us at this important second destination point. You do not need to have attended the Come and See event to join us on the Journey. Everyone is welcome to step in here.
The Archdiocesan Alpha Training and Support Event is designed to equip and encourage parish teams who are preparing to run Alpha in their local context. This practical and inspiring training will offer a behind-the-scenes look at how Alpha works, along with key tools to help your team thrive together and facilitate rich, engaging small group conversations.
7pm • Wed, 25 March 2026 • St Mary’s Parish Upper Coomera
We will walk with you in real time as your parish or community team runs Alpha, beginning 19 April 2026. This will be a 10-week journey of support, prayer and encouragement across the Archdiocese. A key milestone will be our combined Alpha Journey Retreat Day on Saturday 30 May at St Mary’s Parish, Upper Coomera, bringing together all parishes and communities for a powerful day where Alpha teams and guests explore the Holy Spirit, be prayed for and encounter God
If your parish or community will be running a local Alpha starting in April, please email Vanessa at comninosv@bne.catholic.net.au.
Useful Resources
Through the Alpha Journey, all the resources you need to run a successful Alpha experience will be provided for you.
We can’t wait to have you onboard for this incredible journey as we focus on learning together, laughing together and going out on mission together.
If you have any questions and would like to talk about the Alpha Journey, please call or email Vanessa Comninos, Project Officer – Adult Formation.
Contact The Team
We'd love to talk to you more about how to form the faith of the Catholic adults in the your community
formation@bne.catholic.net.au
Phone
07 3324 3440