The Emmaus program was started in the early 1970's by a group of lay people, with the help of the Sacred Hearts Fathers. Together, they saw a need for the Church to reach out to young adults and 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 thousands of people throughout the Northeast and beyond! The program is endorsed by the Diocese of Fall River and under the leadership of various lay and religious women and men.

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 refer to our calendar page.

The cost of the weekend is $140, which includes 6 meals and 2 nights lodging. A $70 non-refundable deposit is required.

There are two ways to register for the next upcoming Emmaus.

1. You can submit your application and non-refunable deposit through our online registration form.

2. Obtain a Candidate Application from your sponsor or download it directly by clicking HERE.

• Complete candidate's portion completely.
• Give the application and $70 non-refundable deposit to your sponsor.
• If you do not have a sponsor, please contact the Emmaus director, Frank Medeiros, via email or phone at
  (401) 624-3070 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.

If you need more information about EMMAUS or if you have questions concerning your application, e-mail or call the Emmaus Coordinator, Frank Medeiros, at (401) 624-3070.

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.