Good food, honest conversation, and space to explore the big questions of life and faith.
Wednesdays
16 Sept-25 Nov · 7.30–9.30pm
Alpha at St Mary’s
Come to dinner
You’re warmly invited to dinner at St Mary’s. Good food, good company, and a relaxed evening with no agenda beyond enjoying it.
It’s the first evening of Alpha, but just come, eat, see what you think. If you’d like to come again, wonderful. If not, that’s completely fine.
What is Alpha?
Alpha is a series of relaxed evenings exploring the basics of the Christian faith. The first evening is a shared meal; after that we’ll gather over coffee and cake, watch a short film opening up one big question (Is there more to life than this? Who is Jesus? Why is there suffering?) and then talk it over in a small group where everyone’s view is welcome.
Whether you'd call yourself a sceptic, a seeker, somewhere in between, or you simply fancy good company on a Wednesday night, you’re welcome exactly as you are. No judgement, no pressure, and you’ll never be put on the spot. Listen as much or as little as you like.
The practical bits
When
Wednesday evenings
16 Sept to 25 Nov 2026
7.30–9.30pm
Welcome meal
Wednesday 16 September
Where
St Mary's Church
Hitcham Lane
Burnham
SL1 7DP
Cost
Free.
Some FAQs
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Absolutely. Most people who come along wouldn’t describe themselves as religious either. You don’t need any background, belief, or the right words.
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No. Booking reserves your place for the whole course, so we can plan properly, but you’re never tied in. Come to the first evening, and carry on only if you’d like to.
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Come when you can. No guilt - just a warm welcome whenever you’re able to be there.
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Yes. There's nothing to pay, and the meal is on us.
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Lovely! Save your seat using the button above, or ask them to sign up on your behalf. We’ll be glad to see you.
Save Your Seat
There’s a seat for you at St Mary’s and you don't have to decide anything beyond whether you fancy dinner.
Still have a question? Email info@stmaryshitcham.org.uk and we’ll be glad to help.