Alpha Pittsburgh

real conversations. no judgment. no charge.

what is Alpha?

Alpha is a fun (and free) dinner and group conversation series centered around exploring the big questions of life, spirituality, and faith from a Christian lens in a laid-back and non-judgmental environment.

It’s for those who do not consider themselves Christians or for those who are rethinking their faith. If you are curious, skeptical, or just have questions, Alpha is for you.

Come to Launch Night on February 19, 2025 and see if it’s a good fit for you.

Have kids? Free childcare is provided.

when & where is Alpha?

We run Alpha over nine weeks every spring and fall on Wednesday nights from 6:30 - 8:30 PM a few miles from downtown Pittsburgh in Bellevue, PA at Bellevue Christian Church (680 Lincoln Ave, Pgh, PA 15202).*

Our next run of Alpha PGH launches on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:30pm!

*If you need an Alpha closer to you or on a different day, try one of these Alphas launching around the same time:

Alpha North, Thursdays @ 6:30 beginning February 20th (238 West View Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15229)

Alpha at True North, Mondays at 6:00 beginning February 17th (206 Seibert Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15237)

how does Alpha work?

Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

welcome

6:30 - 7:00 PM ⎮ dinner & hanging out

Join us for a free dinner and drinks! It’s something new every week.

watch

7:00 - 7:45 PM ⎮ welcome & video

Each Alpha evening features a 25-minute film. Designed to inspire more questions than provide answers, these short films explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions such as Who Is Jesus? and How Can We Have Faith?

discuss

7:45 - 8:30 PM* ⎮ dessert & discussion about what matters to you

Grab some dessert and get ready for the best part of the night! After the film, we’ll break into discussion groups where you can share your thoughts about faith and life and hear from others in your group. You can feel free to say whatever you like or as little as you like, it's up to you.

*We observe a hard stop at 8:30 to respect your time.

what are people saying about Alpha?

"Alpha was a fantastic and refreshing experience. It was great meeting new people and having stimulating conversations on topics I don’t typically find myself discussing with others. I felt comfortable sharing my thoughts and opinions as a non-religious individual.”
— J.C.

“I don’t have a lot of church experience in my background,
so what I really enjoyed about Alpha is the entry-level conversations…and everyone’s opinion is honored.”
—Carly

“Alpha has made me feel more comfortable with exploring faith and being able to be receptive to other people’s thoughts.”
—Michael

other FAQ

  • It’s 100% free.

  • Try it! Alpha is designed for anyone who may be skeptical or curious, and for those with major doubts around faith. If you just want to talk about the real issues of life with new friends, this might be for you! If you’re uncertain about it, just come to Launch Night and see what it’s all about. There’s no pressure to return.

  • Free childcare is available for children third grade and under! All of our childcare workers have full background checks and clearances.