Walk to Emmaus

What is the Walk to Emmaus?

The Walk to Emmaus is a spiritual renewal program intended to strengthen the local church through the development of Christian disciples and leaders. The program's approach considers the model of Christ's servanthood and encourages Christ's disciples to act in ways appropriate to being "a servant of all."

What do you do on a Walk to Emmaus weekend?

The Walk to Emmaus experience begins with a 72-hour short course in Christianity, comprised of fifteen talks by lay and clergy on the themes of God's grace, disciplines of Christian discipleship, and what it means to be the church. The course is wrapped in prayer and meditation, special times of worship and daily celebration of Holy Communion. The "Emmaus community," made up of those who have attended an Emmaus weekend, support the 72-hour experience with a prayer vigil, by preparing and serving meals, and other acts of love and self-giving. The Emmaus Walk typically begins Thursday evening and concludes Sunday evening. Men and women attend separate weekends. The Walk to Emmaus is ecumenical.

And then what?

During and after the three days, Emmaus leaders encourage participants to meet regularly in small groups. The members of the small groups challenge and support one another in faithful living. Participants seek to create Christian environments in their families, jobs, and communities through the ministry of their congregations. The three-day Emmaus experience and follow-up groups strengthen and renew Christian people as disciples of Jesus Christ and as active members of the body of Christ in mission to the world.

How do I attend one of these walks?

The Strawbridge Emmaus community would love to invite you to participate in our growing community. Please contact Laurie Zalewski, 281-361-7860, for information on getting a sponsor. You can also receive up to date information by visiting the Houston North Emmaus Community website at www.hnec.org.

If you are currently part of a 4th Day community and would like to become involved in Strawbridge Emmaus events, please contact Laurie Zalewski .

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