On that same day, two of them were going to a village named Emmaus. They were talking to each other about all the things that had happened. And as they talked and discussed, Jesus drew near and walked with them. Luke 24:13 - 15
About Emmaus
What is Emmaus?
Emmaus is a weekend retreat program for people who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Christ, regardless of their present level of faith and practice. The purpose of the weekend is to give young adults an opportunity to reflect upon themselves and their relationship with God and their community. Emmaus is a Catholic retreat program that is open to people of all Christian faiths.
Emmaus provides its participants with the opportunity to experience and share their faith journeys in a loving community. Time is set aside during the weekend for personal reflection concerning one's life, one's world, and one's God.
How Did Emmaus Begin?
The Emmaus program was started in the early 1970's by a group of lay people, with the help of the Sacred Hearts Fathers. They saw a need for the Church to reach out to young adults. They wanted to share how important Christ has been in their lives. Today, the Emmaus program continues to meet this need by bringing Christ into the lives of young people. The program is endorsed by the Diocese of Fall River and under the leadership of various lay and religious women and men.
To date, over 3,000 women and men have begun, renewed, or deepened their relationship with Jesus Christ through Emmaus.
When is the Next Emmaus?
Emmaus retreats take place four times per school year, in November, February, April and June. For exact weekend dates and application deadlines, as well as other information, please download an application.
The cost of the weekend is $120, which includes 6 meals and 2 nights lodging. A $60 non- refundable deposit is required.
For more information, please send an e-mail to publicity@emmausretreat.com .
How Do I Register for an Upcoming Emmaus?
. Obtain a Candidate Application Form from your sponsor or from this website.
. Complete candidate's portion completely.
. Give application and $60 deposit to your sponsor. If you do not have a sponsor, please contact the Emmaus publicity director, Rick Silvia, via email or phone at (508) 455-2331 to obtain one.
. Your sponsor will fill out the sponsor's portion and mail in the completed application.
. You will receive confirmation of your registration by return mail.
For more about EMMAUS or questions concerning your application,
E-mail the Emmaus Coordinator, or call Dean Lauzon at (508) 923-0368
What Happens After the Retreat?
The greater Emmaus community gathers on the second Sunday of each month at the Villa Maria within Cathedral Camp for "Galilee'. At each Galilee, there is a featured speaker who will witness on a particular topic followed by the celebration of Mass. Galilee is a great time to see old friends and meet new ones. Galilee is open to ALL persons, whether they have attended an Emmaus retreat or not.
Past Candidates Reflections
"....I had strayed away from the Church and from God. I was looking to find my own Faith, not the one I felt had been forced on me as a child. I went on an Emmaus. It made all the difference. I rediscovered my Faith, and it turns out, it's not that different from the one I had as a child. But it was mine to discover."
"....I had just moved here and found it very difficult not knowing many people and being so far away from family and friends. I went on Emmaus to meet good wholesome people and to find a warm and caring community. I found more than I could ever have expected."