8 reasons why Alpha is more popular than ever

Alpha has reported its best year since launching in 1977. Jonny Campbell explains why the evangelistic course is being tried by over 2 million people worldwide

Last year, Alpha saw over 2.1 million participants globally, representing the biggest annual uptake since the course began in 1977. The change of spiritual climate is also reflected in the UK, as Alpha is on track to welcome over 200,000 guests this year — potentially doubling the 115,000 recorded as recently as 2021. 

There are few things as wonderful as the experience of being present with someone discovering a relationship with Jesus in real time. It often kickstarts the missional lifeblood pumping around a whole church community again! 

Here are 8 reasons why we believe hospitality-led evangelism is thriving.

1. A new…