Luke
relates the story of two disciples of Jesus who were going along
the road from Jerusalem to Emmaus. As these two friends were
walking together, they shared their hearts’ deepest concerns
about the death of Jesus. An unknown person joined them and
explained the scriptures as they walked. Toward the end of the
day’s travel, they urged the stranger to eat with them. As the
stranger took bread, blessed, broke and shared it with them,
their eyes were opened and they recognized the risen Christ.
Then they rushed back to Jerusalem to share the good news with
others. (Luke 24: 13-35)
What is The Walk To Emmaus
It is an
opportunity to meet Jesus Christ in a new way as he is revealed
to you through other believers. The Walk to Emmaus begins with
prayerful discernment and an invitation from a sponsor. After
one accepts this invitation, an application is completed. The
Emmaus leaders prayerfully consider each applicant and in God’s
time, the person is invited to attend a three-day experience of
New Testament Christianity. Following the three days,
participants are given an opportunity to join in small groups to
support each other in their ongoing walk with Christ. Through
the formational process of accountable discipleship in small
groups and participation in the Emmaus community,
servant-leadership skills are developed for use in the local
church and its mission.
What Happens on the Emmaus
Weekend?
The Walk to
Emmaus is a 72-hour experience of Christian spiritual renewal
and formation. You will enjoy three busy days singing, learning,
laughing, praying, worshiping, and participating in small
groups. Discussions center around fifteen talks given by laity
and clergy. The theme of each talk is God’s grace, how that
grace comes alive in the Christian community, and how it
expresses itself in the world. You’ll also discover how grace is
real in your life, how you live a life of grace, and bring grace
to others. You will have the opportunity to participate in the
daily celebration of Holy Communion and to understand more fully
the body of Christ. You will experience God’s grace through the
prayers and acts of anonymous service offered by the Emmaus
community. You will leave with an experience of Christian love
in action that will equip you for new levels of grace-filled
service and leadership.
What Happens Afterward?
You are invited
to walk with Christ for the rest of your life. Those who attend
a Walk to Emmaus are encouraged to servant-leadership and to:
Expand their own spiritual
lives through worship, study, and active participation in
their local church.
Become more active
disciples of Christ in service to the world.
To nurture this process of
discipleship, the Emmaus movement offers specific opportunities.
First, groups of four to six people meet weekly to reflect on
their spiritual journey and encourage one another in accountable
discipleship. Second, there are monthly community gatherings
where Emmaus participants meet for fellowship, worship and
instruction. Third, through a newsletter, members become aware
of support needs for upcoming Walks and other opportunities for
servant-leadership.
The Purpose of Emmaus
The purpose of
Emmaus is to develop leaders for the church. Emmaus will
inspire, challenge, and equip participants for Christian action
in their homes, churches, and places of work. Emmaus lifts up a
way for our grace-filled lives to be lived and shared with
others.
Who Should Go to Emmaus?
Emmaus is open
to members of any Christian denomination. Emmaus is for the
development of Christian leaders who:
Are members of a local
church;
Have a desire to strengthen
their spiritual lives;
May have unanswered
questions about their faith;
Understand that being a
Christian involves responsibility;
Are willing to dedicate
their everyday lives to God in an ongoing manner.
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Emmaus...or Get in the Game?
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Luke
relates the story of two disciples of Jesus who were going along
the road from Jerusalem to Emmaus. As these two friends were
walking together, they shared their hearts’ deepest concerns
about the death of Jesus. An unknown person joined them and
explained the scriptures as they walked. Toward the end of the
day’s travel, they urged the stranger to eat with them. As the
stranger took bread, blessed, broke and shared it with them,
their eyes were opened and they recognized the risen Christ.
Then they rushed back to Jerusalem to share the good news with
others. (Luke 24: 13-35)