Welcome to Emmaus!

We are an awesome Catholic Young Adult Group ages 20-39, single or married, located in Jacksonville, FL. Keep an eye on the announcements below for meeting times and events! Examples of events are Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, monthly confession and Mass, Theology on Tap, outdoor activities, bible studies, guest speakers, and much much more. If you join the Emmaus Yahoo! Group, find us on Facebook or check this website regularly, you will be able to receive the latest news on what is happening with Emmaus. So if you are looking to grow in your faith, find friendships, and get involved in something that helps spread the Gospel, then get involved with “Emmaus”!



About Us

The Emmaus Catholic Young Adult Group was started in 1996 by Fr. Ducci in Orange Park, FL. The group first met in the Wilcox house, moved to St. Catherine’s, and then due to the group’s growth and mission ultimately to Assumption Catholic Church. We chose the name “Emmaus” because of the passage in the book of Luke 24:13-35. We love this passage because it deals with the Lord opening the eyes of those who are blind to the truth. The two men’s minds are opened to the Truth when Jesus teaches them about Himself starting from the Old Testament to His death on the Cross to His Resurrection. Afterwards the two men recognize who Jesus is when He gives them the Eucharist i.e. His very Body and Blood in Communion. Our group’s mission is to open the hearts and minds of young adults to Jesus in order to live a holy life. We seek to proclaim the Gospel, which includes all of the Church’s Teachings. We do this by having guest speaker’s talk about the faith, Bible studies, Mass and Adoration, worship music, retreats, sports, and more. We believe in building a strong community of Catholic young adults whose goal is to change lives and live lives of holiness for Christ.

"Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?" Luke 24:32.

Emmaus Core Team

Patrick, Emily, Paul, and Jacinta. Please feel free to contact us at emmauscya@gmail.com with any questions, comments, suggestions or concerns.

Our Spiritual Director

Our Spiritual Director
Father Ed Murphy (L), Pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish. E-mail: ewmurphy@windstream.net

Emmaus Directions

We are located at:
Basilica of the Immaculate Conception
Catholic Church

121 East Duval Street,
Jacksonville, FL 32202

Monday, April 23, 2012

Fr. Remek speaking on JPII This Thursday!

Hello Brothers and Sisters!

This Thursday at Emmaus, Fr. Remek will be speaking about one of his heros and ours, Blessed John Paul II, the Great!  Everything from his favorite writings or qualities of JPII to how this future Saint has impacted his own life (and many other vocations that have come from Poland) is on the table.

We can't wait to see you, so grab a friend, and join us for a great faith discussion and fellowship this Thursday at 7:00 PM at Assumption in Kohl's Hall (all are welcome for praying the rosary beforehand at 6:30).


with love in Christ,

The Emmaus Core Team
http://emmauscya.blogspot.com/



The Emmaus Story:
28 As they approached the village to which they were going, Jesus continued on as if he were going farther. 29 But they urged him strongly, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them. 30 When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. 31 Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. 32 They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?” 33 They got up and returned at once to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven and those with them, assembled together 34 and saying, “It is true! The Lord has risen and has appeared to Simon.” 35 Then the two told what had happened on the way, and how Jesus was recognized by them when he broke the bread. Luke 24: 28-35



Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Time at the Beach!

Hola Mi Amigos!

Beach Party time is almost upon us, so clear your calendars, grab a friend, and come celebrate Cinco de Mayo with your Emmaus friends on Saturday, May 5th in St. Augustine!

What: Annual Cinco de Mayo Beach Party
When: Saturday, May 5th
Time: 1:00 PM ~ ???
Where: St. Augustine Beach Pavilion and Volleyball Courts (see directions below)
What to bring:
     beach stuff (sunscreen, towels, ...),
     sports stuff (volleyballs, footballs, etc),
     lots of liquids, meat for the grill, and a snack to share
     (we'll be grilling out and enjoying a yummy potluck as usual)
     We could also use folding tables and another portable gas grill if you have one

This is a great opportunity to evangelize and invite that friend, coworker, or maybe just someone we haven't seen in a while (you know who you are ... :) to enjoy some fun and fellowship with our Emmaus community.  Please also remember your great dignity and dress appropriately.  We can't wait to see you there!

with love in Christ,

The Emmaus Core Team

Monday, April 16, 2012

This Thursday - Volunteering at the Women's Help Center Gala - 5:30 start time for volunteers

What: VOLUNTEER to help at the Women’s Help Center Gala and Fundraiser!
When: Thursday, April 19th
Time: 5:30 PM for training and registration * PLEASE be on time, we need YOU *
Location: Marriott Southpoint (4670 Salisbury Road)
Attire: As volunteers, please wear white shirts and black pants (or black skirt)
Speaker: Melissa Ohden (abortion attempt survivor)
Cost: There is no cost to volunteer; however, if you are able to help, please be generous
RSVP: Please let us know if you are able to make it AND be on time so that we will know that we have enough people to man the registration table (at least 10 are needed)

Note: Volunteering at the Gala is in lieu of our regular meeting and we will NOT be meeting at Assumption this Thursday.

This Thursday in lieu of a regular Emmaus meeting, we will be volunteering at the Annual Women's Help Center Gala, a special fundraiser where all proceeds go directly to saving the lives of precious unborn children and supporting those in difficult unexpected pregnancy situations to help them chose LIFE! Thank you in advance for volunteering and supporting the Women's Help Center!

in Christ's love,


The Emmaus Core Team


“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart ...” Jeremiah 1:5a

“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” Psalm 139: 13-14

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Emmaus Birthday Celebration this Thurs., 4/12

Hello brothers and sisters in Christ,

This Thurs. for our meeting we will be having a birthday party for Emmaus celebrating 16 years of existence! We will be eating pizza and have some cake. We will also be reading the story of the road to Emmaus from the gospel of Luke, chapter 24. There will be a slideshow of past Emmaus members and events as well as an opportunity for you to share what Emmaus has meant to you, past memories, etc. if you wish. So come on out this Thursday; current members, past members, in our age range or slightly above :), all are welcome to come celebrate and reminisce! Children welcome! We will be meeting in Kohl's Hall at Assumption at 7pm.

In JMJ,

The Emmaus Core Team

PS- Please pass this on to anyone you know of who is not on our email list.

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Thursday 4/5/12 at Emmaus

Come join us this Holy Thursday! We will be attending the 7:00 p.m. Solemn Mass of the Institution of the Holy Eucharist at Assumption Parish. If you have not been to Holy Thursday at Assumption…please come check it out. It is beautiful…and done right! For those that want to attend Good Friday and Easter Vigil…here is the information. Get there early and try to sit in the left front area of the church. If anybody wants to go and grab something to eat after mass, that is a possibility too! Look forward to seeing everybody!


Good Friday – Immaculate Conception


11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Confessions
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Services
Reading of the Passion
Veneration of the Cross
Communion Service
Seven Last Words
Station of the Cross
Chaplet of Divine Mercy

Holy Saturday Easter Vigil - Assumption

Holy Saturday Easter Vigil Mass 8:00pm



He came to Simon Peter; and Peter said to him, "Lord, do you wash my feet?" Jesus answered him, "What I am doing you do not know now, but afterward you will understand." Peter said to him, "You shall never wash my feet." Jesus answered him, "If I do not wash you, you have no part in me." Simon Peter said to him, "Lord, not my feet only but also my hands and my head!"