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 The Purpose of
Emmaus
Emmaus aims to inspire, challenge and
equip local church members for Christian action in their
homes, churches and places of work. It provides a means by
which we can grow together in love, grace and servanthood
as members of the Body of Christ.
What
happens at Emmaus?
The “Walk to Emmaus” is a
72-hour experience (Thursday evening to Sunday evening).
This time is spent studying, discussing, worshipping and
living together at a suitable retreat center. Fifteen talks,
delivered by clergy and laity, form the basis of discussions
and projects. These present the themes of God’s Grace and
how grace comes alive in the Christian Community and
expresses itself in the world. You will have the opportunity
to celebrate Holy Communion daily and begin to understand
more fully the presence of Christ in the body of His
believers. The prayers and acts of love of a living support
community enhance this experience.
Interesting in attending an Emmaus Walk?
Click to download the application here.
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Emmaus is for Christians who are leaders
or have the potential to become leaders in their local
Church and are open to experience the grace and love of God
in new ways. It is for those who will be committed to make a
difference as a result of this experience. Emmaus is not for
people who are undergoing an emotional crisis or are looking
for another "spiritual high."
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Join a Reunion Group:
Click here to find a reunion group in your
area or start your own.
Serve on a Walk:
Click here for more information.
Be a Sponsor:
Download a printable flyer here.
Sponsorship:
Sponsorship does not involve paying for
participants (although in some cases this might apply), but
rather ensuring that they derive the most spiritual benefit from
the Walk. This is a commitment that should not be taken
lightly and can only be fulfilled by someone who has been on
a Walk to Emmaus.
Sponsorship involves, among other things:
1. Selection of Suitable Pilgrims:
This should be done prayerfully and in
consultation with your reunion group and the relevant
minister or pastor to ascertain that this applicant will
benefit from a “Walk to Emmaus” and is, at present,
spiritually and emotionally suitable for this. Don’t simply
sponsor “nice people” or friends or family that you want to
go.
2. Sponsor Support before and after the Walk:
As a Sponsor, you undertake to:
• Pray for this applicant;
• Discuss the Walk with his/her family/friends for appropriate support, encouragement
and care for them before, during and after the Walk;
• Arrange for transportation to and from the Walk site;
• Participate in activities that make the weekend a special blessing;
• Help the Pilgrim attend follow-up activities and find a reunion group. |
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