Alpha USA Announces $160,000 Grant? From M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust

BANNOCKBURN, IL — Alpha USA, a ministry that will see more than 100,000 people make personal commitments to Christ this year alone, today announced that it has received a $160,000 (USD) grant from the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust. The funds will support the ongoing efforts of Vintage Alpha, a nine-month internship focused on the life and ministry of Jesus Christ.

“God Works,” Gresham Professor of Commerce in the City of London, and Chairman of Lazard International, Ken Costa will Advise During East Coast Tour of the U.S.

BANNOCKBURN, IL — “If the Christian faith is not relevant in the workplace, it is not relevant at all,” says Ken Costa, Chairman of Lazard International, the world renowned financial services company, and author of the groundbreaking book "God at Work": Discover the Real Purpose of Your Life.

Bear Grylls Tells Relevant Magazine:? “I’m Still Wild About the Alpha Course”

BANNOCKBURN, IL — International television star Bear Grylls, who has braved some of the toughest terrains known to man, recently revealed to Relevant magazine that his biggest challenge wasn't climbing Mount Everest or putting his survival skills to the test on Man Vs. Wild ... but tackling life's most difficult questions.

Pastors Discovering Alpha Course—“Best-Kept Secret” to Church Growth

Ministry that has engaged 14 million people worldwide with the Gospel to hold conference designed to help America’s churches reach spiritual seekers.

BANNOCKBURN, IL — According to researchers, overall membership in American churches is up this year to 147.3 million—just under half of the U.S. population. This summer, a ministry that has engaged more than 14 million people worldwide with the Gospel will hold a conference designed to help America’s churches reach the other half.

Conference to Reveal Secrets of Dynamic Church Growth

Research shows one in four adults never attend church. The 2010 Alpha Americas
Conference will teach congregations to bring these individuals into the fold.

BANNOCKBURN, IL — A Christian ministry that last year drew more than 115,000 people to churches nationwide—many of whom were exploring faith for the first time—will hold a conference on dynamic church growth, June 22-23 in Naperville, Ill.

People Asking Hard Questions in Tough Times—Many Finding Answers Through the Alpha Course

CHICAGO, IL — Facing uncertain times and curious about spirituality, 80,000 people nationwide sought answers to life’s most difficult questions by attending an Alpha course last year. A growing number of churches and Christian organizations, cutting across all denominations, are now running the course and seeing dramatic results.

Employees Losing Faith in Work, Finding a Higher Calling

CHICAGO, IL. —The only thing harder than finding a job in this economy is finding one that you like, according to a recent survey that found only 45 percent of Americans are satisfied with their work. Now the team behind the hugely successful Alpha course hopes to help Christian business leaders losing faith in work ... to find a higher calling at work.

“Man Vs. Wild” Star Bear Grylls? Leads Expedition to Florida Prison

BANNOCKBURN, IL — Bear Grylls, international star of the Discovery Channel program “Man vs. Wild,” is going behind bars. No, Grylls hasn’t been arrested. Instead, he will bring a message of hope to inmates when he heads to Florida for the 2009 National Alpha Conference.

Churches Nationwide Offering a Free Dinner,
A Chance to Discuss Life's Toughest Questions

ORLANDO, FLA. - In the last week, people throughout America have reported seeing signs. The signs are everywhere, and as a result, many are becoming curious about spirituality and wondering whether there's more to life than this.

"Man Vs. Wild" Star Set to Lead Crusade in Orlando This Fall

"Man Vs. Wild" Star Set to Lead Crusade in Orlando This Fall

ORLANDO, FLA. - Followers of the Discovery Channel reality program “Man vs. Wild” are used to seeing the show’s star, Bear Grylls, taking on the elements in some of the toughest places on earth. This fall, fans will have a rare opportunity to see Grylls in person when he travels to Central Florida to take on some of the toughest questions life has to offer.