Here you can listen to stories from all over the world on how the Christian faith has impacted people.
Dez’s Story
Watch Dez’s story of overcoming drug addiction and how his life has changed since finding faith on Alpha. After hitting rock bottom, Dez from Scotland asked God not to let him die. This started a journey which led him to Alpha. I was in retail by day and a nightclub bouncer by night. However, I only took these jobs to feed my cocaine addiction. It was a violent scene and as a bouncer pretty much anything went. I would stand on…
Philippa’s Story
The author reflects on their life journey from the Philippines to the UK after their mother’s decision for better healthcare. Through challenges like their father’s sudden death and cultural differences, they sought faith and community. Participating in an Alpha course reshaped their views on religion and fostered meaningful discussions, leading to personal growth.
Simon’s Story
Finding Hope and Healing: Simon’s Journey to Recovery at St Margaret’s Five years ago, Simon’s life took a difficult turn when his wife was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Struggling to cope with the overwhelming grief, Simon turned to alcohol. “It was a horrible time,” he recalls, “I resorted to old behaviour and drank alcoholically for five years.” Those five years were a dark period for Simon, and it was his family who ultimately intervened. “My family told me I couldn’t…