What is Alpha?
Alpha is a place to connect with other people who are open to exploring life, faith, and meaning. Each session includes a time to connect with others (over a free meal), hear a short talk on an element of the Christian faith, and offer a chance for each person to share their own thoughts or questions with the group. We’d love to hear your perspective!
Child Watch is available for children 6 weeks to 10 years old! Simply register your kid(s) while signing up.
Led by Grace Gathering and hosted by the Parkview YMCA. Open to all.
When is it?
Mondays from 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM
October 3rd – December 5th (10 weeks)
Where will we meet?
At the Parkview YMCA (10001 Dawsons Creek Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825)
Community Room 1 (Walk in the main entrance and turn right! Child Watch is on the left.)
Why Alpha?
Now more than ever, we all need spaces where we can be together, be heard, and value others. We all have different opinions and questions shaped by our life experiences, and if we start listening to each other well, we could make a powerful change in our community!
Do I need to be a member of the YMCA or Grace Gathering to participate?
No! Everyone is welcome to join Alpha for free.
Is it okay if I'm...?
Atheist?
Agnostic?
Curious?
Confused?
Inspired by the world?
Tired of political division?
Wanting to contribute to the conversation?
Desiring to meet people?
Feeling emotionally unhealthy?
Needing some “me” time?
Wanting a new date night idea?
Open to possibilities?
In need?
LGBTQ+?
New to Fort Wayne?
New to the Y?
Post-church?
Post-pandemic?
Hungry? (for a free meal!)
Depressed?
Interested?
…YES!!! Alpha is for EVERYONE! And frankly, the more diverse perspectives we have, the better the conversations. We need you to make Alpha great.
Is there childcare available?
Yes! The YMCA Child Watch is offered (for free!) to anyone who joins Alpha. Child Watch is available for any child 6-weeks-old up to 10-years-old.
Again, this is offered to anyone who signs up, you don’t need to be a Y member. Just include all of your child’s information when you register so that the check-in process is seamless and safe.
Who should I contact if I have questions?
If you have any questions regarding Alpha, registration, serving, or anything from a Grace Gathering perspective, please reach out to Brian Menzie.
brian.menzie@gracegathering.com
If you have questions as a Y member or about Child Watch, please contact Natalie Haynes.
natalie_haynes@fwymca.org
Can I invite friends?
Please do! Alpha is best experienced together. Send them a text, give them a call, talk to them and tell them to join you! You can share this page so they can learn more about Alpha and register themselves!
