Got questions ? Try ALPHA ! : Over 15 million people worldwide have now attended an Alpha course, an opportunity to explore the meaning of life, running in tens of thousands of churches of all denominations across the world. “What distinguishes Alpha from other initiatives is the easy-going, relaxed feel of the proceedings – that, and its astonishing success.” – The Times, London What is Alpha? The Alpha course, is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith. It’s relaxed, low key, friendly and fun. Listen, learn, discuss and discover. And ask anything. Alpha is a place where no question is too simple or too hostile. And it’s supported by all the main Christian denominations. What’s involved? Food, talk and good conversation… Food Whether it’s a group of friends gathered around a kitchen table, or a quick catch up over coffee and cake, food has a way of bringing people together. It’s no different at Alpha! Each session starts with food because it’s a great way to build community and get to know each other. Talk The talks are designed to engage and inspire conversation. Usually around thirty minutes long and delivered over about eleven weeks, they can be presented as a live talk or on video. They explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity. Discussion Probably the most important part of any Alpha: the chance to share thoughts and ideas on the topic, and simply discuss it in small groups. There’s no obligation to say anything and there’s nothing you cant say (seriously). it’s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective in an honest, friendly and open...

Alpha Sessions for EVERYONE : Alpha will be starting on September 26th at 7.30pm at our new Parish Centre. Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith. It typically occurs over eleven weeks. Each talk looks at a different question concerning our faith and is designed to create conversation. Alpha is organized all around the globe, and everyone is welcome. It is held in cafés, churches, universities, homes – you name it. No two Alphas look the same, but generally they have three key things in common: FOOD, A TALK and GOOD CONVERSATION. Alpha is for everyone; there’s no pressure, no follow up and no charge. Contact us for more information – [email protected] and [email protected]  . We’d love to hear from you. Try Alpha. Why not?  ...

Programm taċ-Ċelebrazzjonijiet fl-okkażjoni tal-Festa Titulari ta’ San Ġiljan Ospitalier : Is-Sibt, 17 t’Awwissu Jum it-Tħabbira tal-Festa 7.45PM Quddiesa f’Xatt is-Sajjieda, Bajja Spinola mill-W.R. Kappillan Dun Claude Portelli. Wara l-quddiesa jkun hemm Lejla Maltija fl-istess post bis-sehem tal-Banda San Ġiljan. Ma ssirx il-quddiesa tat-7.45pm fil-Knisja Parrokkjali.   Il-Ħadd, 18 t’Awwissu Jum il-Familja 7.00PM Fil-Knisja Parrokkjali, quddiesa għall-familji kollha tal-parroċċa mir-Rev.du Dun Marco Portelli, saċerdot mill-parroċċa u direttur spiritwali tal-GianFranġisk Abela Junior College tal-Università ta’ Malta. Mistiedna jattendu koppji li ngħaqdu fis-sagrament taż-żwieġ mill-festa tas-sena l-oħra sal-lum u koppji li għalqu xi anniversarju taż-żwieġ.   It-Tnejn, 19 t’Awwissu Jum id-Dilettanti tal-Festa Ħruġ tal-Vara min-Niċċa   7.00PM Quddiesa fil-Knisja Parrokkjali mill-W.R. Kappillan Dun Claude Portelli, u animata mis-St. Julian’s Choral Group, immexxi mis-Sur Pio Dalli. Mistiedna speċjali membri tal-għaqdiet li jorganizzaw jew jieħdu sehem attiv fil-festa ta’ San Ġiljan, dilettanti tal-festa u persuni li jisimhom għal qaddis patrun tagħna San Ġiljan.   Wara l-quddiesa, il-vara titulari ta’ San Ġiljan tinħareġ min-niċċa tagħha u titwassal fuq fuq iz-zuntier tal-knisja, fejn tiġi milqugħa mill-Banda San Ġiljan li tatiha tislima permezz tad-daqq tal-innu popolari u marċi oħra.   It-Tlieta, 20 t’Awwissu Jum l-Anzjani u l-Morda 6.30PM Fil-Knisja Parrokkjali l-Antika (Ta’ Lapsi), quddiesa għall-anzjani u l-morda organizzata mill-Kummissjoni Djakonija, li fiha jiġi amministrat is-sagrament tal-griżma tal-morda. Il-quddiesa tkun immexxija mir-Rev.du Dun Ryan Lee Pace, Viċi-Parroku tal-Knisja Arċipretali tal-Madonna ta’ Stella Maris, Tas-Sliema, u animata mis-St Julian’s Choral Group.   Wara jkun hemm riċeviment żgħir għall-anzjani fuq iz-zuntier tal-Knisja ta’ Lapsi.   Fis-7.00pm ikun hemm xorta waħda quddiesa fil-Knisja Parrokkjali.   L-Erbgħa, 21 t’Awwissu L-Ewwel Jum tat-Tridu Jum it-Tfal u l-Adolexxenti 7.00PM Fil-Knisja Parrokkjali tiġi ċċelebrata quddiesa għat-tfal u l-adolexxenti kollha tal-parroċċa mir-Rev.du Dun Jean Gove’, saċerdot novell. Il-quddiesa tkun animata mill-Folk Group.   Wara ssir manifestazzjoni għat-tfal u l-adolexxenti bl-istatwa ta’ San Ġiljan mill-Knisja Parrokkjali u tgħaddi minn Triq il-Kbira, Triq il-Karmnu, Triq Sant’Anġlu, Triq Lapsi sal-Knisja ta’ Lapsi. Il-purċissjoni tiġi akkumpanjata mill-Banda Spinola. X’ħin il-vara tasal quddiem il-knisja l-antika tkun milqugħa bil-briju organizzat mit-tfal għat-tfal.   Il-Ħamis, 22 t’Awwissu It-Tieni Jum tat-Tridu Jum l-Għaqdiet  ...