Emmaus This Thursday, December 18, Mass at St Joseph's Historic Church

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Thursday, December 18, we will once again be doing something a bit different for Mass. We will be going to St Joseph's Historic Catholic Church for Mass at 6pm. There isn't Confession available, but if there is a priest floating around, it's always worth asking if you arrive early enough. St Joseph's Historic Catholic Church is located at 11730 Old St Augustine RD and is across the street from the main church, next to the Cody Enrichment Center. It is the small white building. Afterwards we will be going out to dinner somewhere near by.

We look forward to seeing you there,

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus This Thursday, December 4, Catholicism Series

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Emmaus this Thursday, December 4, we will be continueing with Robert Baron's Catholicism series titled "Amazed and Afraid: The Revelation of God Become Man." It is an amazing series and a great opportunity to learn more about our faith. We will be meeting at Assumption Catholic Church in the Family Parish Center in room 2A at 7pm. Feel free to join us for the Rosary at 6:30pm.

Also the Emmaus Christmas party is coming up soon on Saturday, December 13. We are currently collecting donations to purchase the Wilcox's a gift certificate for their continued hospitality, your  support will be greatly appreciated.

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus This Thursday, November 20, Confession, Mass and Pow Wow After

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Thursday, November 20, we will be having Confession and Mass with our spiritual director, Fr Ed Murphy. We will be meeting at Assumption Catholic Church with Confession and Rosary starting at 6:15pm and Mass at 6:45pm. Afterwards, around 7:15pm, we will be moving over to the Family Life Center in room 2A to have a general Emmaus pow wow. We encourage everyone to come out for Confession, Mass and also to discuss how Emmaus can grow, potentially change, and better serve the young adult community.

God Bless,

Emmaus Core Team

Riverside Arts Market this Sat., 11/15

Hey y'all,

This Saturday we'll be heading over to the Riverside Arts Market.  Let's meet at Assumption at 12:30pm and carpool over together.  The RAM has different kinds of artwork, from oil or acrylic on canvas, to jewelry, to woodwork.  They have fresh produce and meats, honey (although I would recommend buying from the Lang's! :) ), and food vendors if you want to grab your lunch while we're there!  So come on out with us and check out the "RAM"!  If you can't meet us at 12:30pm but want to join us later, the address for the Market is:

715 Riverside Ave

Jacksonville, FL 32204
(Underneath the Fuller Warren Bridge)

http://riversideartsmarket.com/

Also, our Christmas Party is set for Sat., 12/13, and we are beginning to collect donations for a gift card for the Wilcoxes.  So, we will gladly accept your donation if you can bring it this Saturday.  We look forward to seeing you guys then!

In JMJ,

The Emmaus Core Team

PS- Happy Veteran's Day to all our veterans!

Emmaus this Thurs., 11/6 -- Adoration

Hello brothers and sisters in Christ,

This Thursday we will be meeting in the Adoration Chapel at Assumption for a Holy Hour from 7-8pm.  We will be on the sidewalk by the handicapped parking to pray the Rosary at 6:30pm if you want to join us.  Afterwards we will go out for dinner and fellowship.  If you need the code to the chapel, contact Russ at (352) 359-0629 or Mike at (904) 755-8820.  We look forward to adoring our Lord in the Most Blessed Sacrament with you on Thursday!

In JMJ,

The Emmaus Core Team

Biking the Rail Trail this Sun., 10/26

Hey everyone,

 

This Sunday, 10/26, we will be meeting at the Rail Trail (https://www.traillink.com/trail/jacksonville-baldwin-rail-trail.aspx) to do some leisurely biking.  Let's meet at the Imeson Rd trailhead (directions below) at 1pm with the intention of getting on the trail at 1:30pm.  This will give us time to make any last minute adjustments on our bikes, put air in tires, etc.  We will ride for as long as the group decides to go (last time we went for 1 hr. out and 1 hr. back, with some breaks).  Some things you should bring with you:

 

Bike (please send a shout out if you have an extra bike or need a bike and we all will see how we can help)

Plenty of water

Hat

Sunscreen

Sunglasses

Bug repellent

Closed toe shoes

 

Directions to the Rail Trail:

 

To reach the Imeson Road trailhead from downtown Jacksonville, take I-10 west to Exit 356/I-295 North and head up I-295 to Exit 9/Commonwealth Avenue. Drive west on Commonwealth about 1 mile to Imeson Rd and turn right. The marked trailhead is on the left.

If you have any questions call Russ at (352) 359-0629 or Mike at (904) 755-8820.  We hope to see you on Sunday for a great day of fun and fellowship!

 

In JMJ,

 

Emmaus Core Team

 

Emmaus This Thursday, October 16, Mass and Dinner

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Thursday, October 6, we will be doing something a bit different for Mass. We will be going to St Joseph's Historic Catholic Church for Mass at 6pm. According to the website, there isn't Confession available before Mass, but always worth a shot if you arrive a few minutes early. St Joseph's Historic Catholic Church is located at 11730 Old St Augustine RD and is across the street from the main church, next to the Cody Enrichment Center. It is the small white building. Afterwards we will be going out to dinner somewhere near by.

We look forward to seeing you there,

Emmaus Core Team

40 Days for Life this Sun., 10/12

Hello brothers and sisters,

This Sunday, 10/12 we will be joining Assumption in their day for 40 Days for Life.  We will be in front of A Woman's Choice abortion facility at 4131 University Blvd from 2:30-4pm with Deacon Corky.  We will pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet with him at 3pm and maybe the Rosary as well.  Please come out and join us in a stand for life during pro-life month, as well as the month of Our Lady.  We look forward to seeing you this Sunday!

 

In JMJ,

 

Emmaus Core Team

 

Life Chain this Sun., 10/5

Hey y'all,

This Sunday is Respect Life Sunday and we will once again be participating with other Catholics and pro-lifers in the Life Chain.  It will be on Atlantic Blvd between Monument Rd and St. Johns Bluff Rd (and beyond!) from 2-3:30pm.  We will gather near Monument Rd in front of the Northern Tools and Equipment store and Advance Depot auto parts.  Signs will be provided.  Please come out and join us in this wonderful witness to the sanctity of life.  We look forward to seeing you there!

In JMJ,

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus This Thursday - October 2 - Pro-Life With Deacon Corky

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Thursday we will have Deacon Corky of Assumption with us to discuss the Church's teaching on the dignity and value of human life from conception to natural death. He will also be updating us on upcoming pro-life events. This promises to be a great discussion, so come on out and join us this Thursday, October 2, in the Family Life Center in Room 2A (formerly the music room, now math room) at 7pm/ We will be praying the Rosary at 6:30pm if you would like to join us. We look forward to seeing you there.

God Bless,

The Emmaus Core Team 

Dinner and Bowling this Sat., 9/27

Hey guys,

It looks like the weather isn't going to cooperate with us tomorrow, so we have decided to have a dinner and bowling night instead.  We will meet for dinner at 6pm at (Miller's) Mandarin Ale House on San Jose Blvd. and then head a little north to the Bowl America on San Jose.  If you can't make it to dinner meet us at the bowling alley at 8pm.

Mandarin Ale House
11112 San Jose Blvd
Jacksonville, FL  32223
(in shopping center)

Bowl America
10333 San Jose Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32257

We look forward to some fun and fellowship with you!  See you then!

God Bless,

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus This Thursday, September 18, Confession and Mass

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Thursday, September 18, we will be meeting up at Assumption Catholic Church for Confession and Mass. Confession and Rosary will start at 6:15pm and Mass at 6:45pm with Father Rodolfo Godinez, associate pastor at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. As usual, we will be going out to dinner at a restaurant near by.

Hope to see you there,

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus Dinner & A Movie this Sat., 9/13!

Hello Emmaus friends,

 

This Saturday, 9/13, we will be gathering together for dinner and a movie.  Let's meet at Al's Pizza on Phillips Hwy. at 4:30pm for an early dinner and then head over to Regal Avenues Stadium 20, also on Phillips Hwy., to see "When the Game Stands Tall" at 6:50pm.  If you can't make it to dinner, meet us in front of the theatre at 6:30pm.  Here are the addresses for Al's Pizza and the Avenues Stadium 20:

 

AL'S PIZZA

8060 PHILLIPS HIGHWAY
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32256

 

REGAL AVENUES STADIUM 20

9525 PHILLIPS HIGHWAY
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32256

 

If you have any questions, please call Russ at (352) 359-0629 or Mike at (904) 755-8820.  We look forward to seeing you there!

 

In JMJ,

 

The Emmaus Core Team

 

Emmaus this Thurs., 9/4 - Pro-Life with Deacon Corky

Hello everyone,

 

This Thurs. we will have Deacon Corky of Assumption with us to discuss the Church's teaching on the dignity and value of human life from conception to natural death.  He will also be updating us on upcoming pro-life events.  This promises to be a great discussion, so come on out and join us tomorrow in the Family Life Center/Gym in Room 2A (the music room, upstairs) at 7pm.  We will be praying the Rosary at 6:30pm if you would like to join us.  We look forward to seeing you then!

 

God Bless,

 

The Emmaus Core Team

 

Game Night this Sat., 8/30

Hey y'all,

 

This Sat. we will be having a game night hosted by Mike Scully at his place at 6:30pm.  Bring a snack or drink to share, your favorite group-style game, and a friend!  The theme will be the '70's, so break out your bell-bottoms and lava lamps and come join the fun! (Dress up if you want)  Mike's address is:

 

3649 Pine St (Avondale/Riverside area)

Jacksonville, FL

 

We hope you can join us for a groovy time as we put the needle to the vinyl and spin it 'round!  :)

 

Peace, Love, and Happiness,

 

"The Man"

Emmaus This Thursday, August 21, Confession and Mass

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

It's that time of the month again for our regular Emmaus Confession and Mass at Assumption Catholic Church. Our spiritual director, Fr Ed Murphy, will be there for both Confession, starting at 6:15pm, and Mass, starting at 6:45pm. Rosary will start as usual at 6:15pm. We will more then likely be going out afterwards for some food and fellowship for those interested. 

We look forward to seeing you there,

Emmaus Core Team.

Emmaus This Sunday, August 17, Bike the Rail Trail and Mass

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Sunday, August 17, we will be gathering together together for Mass and and to go for a bike ride on the Jacksonville Rail Trail (https://www.traillink.com/trail/jacksonville-baldwin-rail-trail.aspx). We will be gathering together for the 10am Mass at Assumption Catholic Church and afterwards going out nearby for a light lunch (restaurant to be discussed after Mass). Afterwards we will be making the 15 minute trip to the start of the trail. Plan on being there by around 12:30pm. The trail itself is a paved, wood trail going from Jacksonville to Baldwin and is nearly a 15 mile, one way trail.

For those who wish to meet up for Mass, I will be sitting in the front, left hand section of the church, meeting up just outside of the doors leading to the Adoration Chapel before we head to lunch and will be meeting at the beginning of the trail after lunch.

Please consider bringing some of the following:

Bike (please send a shout out if you have an extra bike or need a bike and we all will see how we can help).

Plenty of water.

Hat

Sun screen

Glasses

Bug repellant

Comfortable clothes (for those that need to change out of their Sunday finest, figure we can do so at Assumption before departing, doubting there will be an appropriate place to change once we get to the trail)

Closed toe shoes

We will be biking for as long and as far as everyone wishes. And if you don't have a bike, and if there is a group who wishes to do so (biking be primary focus), hiking will be acceptable. 

Provided below is directions from Assumption to the Rail Trail and also general directions from downtown Jacksonville to the Rail trail.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call Mike Toloczko at (904) 755-8820 or email me at michael.toloczko@yahoo.com

Hope to see you there and God Bless,

Emmaus Core Team

Parking and Trail Access

To reach the Imeson Road trailhead from downtown Jacksonville, take I-10 west to Exit 356/I-295 North and head up I-295 to Exit 9/Commonwealth Avenue. Drive west on Commonwealth about 1 mile to Imeson and turn right. The marked trailhead is on the left.

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Emmaus this Wed. (yes, Wed.) 8/6

Hello brothers and sisters,

Instead of meeting on Thursday this week we will be joining Families Following Christ on Wed. at 7pm at the Cody Center at St. Joseph's Catholic Church to hear Mike and Evie Day speak about Theology of the Body as it relates to marriage.  Mike is a great speaker and Theology of the Body is one of his areas of expertise, so this should be a great talk!  Here is the announcement from FFC's facebook page:

"Please join us on Wednesday, August 6th as we welcome Mike and Evie Day as our guest speakers for the final chapter in our 2014 Summer Marriage Series. Mike and Evie will be discussing the topic of “Living the Theology of the Body in Your Marriage.” After their talk we will open the floor and pass around a basket for questions. The meeting will be held at 7pm at the St. Joseph’s Cody Center and nursery and children’s ministry are available for ages 6 months to 11 years old. Please remember to RSVP for the children’s ministry at familiesfollowingchrist@gmail.com."

St. Joseph Cody Family Enrichment Center
4152 Loretto Rd.
Jacksonville, FL

We look forward to seeing you all there!

God Bless,

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus Bowling this Sat., 7/26!

Hey guys,

This Sat., 7/26, we will be bowling at the Bowl America on San Jose Blvd. at 3pm.  Come on out and join us for some fun and fellowship, and feel free to bring a friend!  This is a great way to introduce someone to our group.  We will be playing, rain or shine ('cause it's inside). :)  We look forward to knockin' down some pins with you!

Bowl America
10333 San Jose Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(Just north of I-295 on San Jose)

We should be done in time if anyone wants to go to the fundraiser at St. Catherine's.  Details below.

In JMJ,

Emmaus Core Team


Support St. Catherine parish’s efforts to encourage pregnant moms to CHOOSE LIFE.  Join us this coming Saturday, July 26th, anytime from 7-11pm for a great night of fun and dancing.  Professional DJ Rich Carey will provide music for all tastes. Snacks, raffles, remembrance pictures. Open to singles ($10), couples and families ($15).  Tickets avail at parish office Tues thru 2pm Friday and SAT NITE, Jly 26 at the door.  Questions? 264-1904.  Proceeds to benefit Crisis Pregnancy Center's "Lifeline Resources."

Emmaus This Thursday, July 17, Confession and Mass

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

It's that time again to receive the Bread of Life through the sacrifice of the Mass this Thursday, July 17, at Assumption Catholic Church.  We will be having Fr Rodolfo Godinez, Associate Pastor at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, for Confession and Mass. Confession and the Rosary will start at 6:15pm, Mass at 6:45pm and we will be going out to dinner afterwards. What a wonderful way to get renewed in and through Christ and for some great fellowship. 

We hope to see you there and feel free to bring a friend.

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus this Thurs., 7/10

Hello friends,

 

This Thursday at Emmaus we will be watching a video from the Catholicism Series by Fr. Robert Barron entitled "A Body Both Suffering and Glorious: The Mystical Union of Christ and the Church."  Come on out and join us at Assumption in the Parish Family Center/Gym, Room 2A (the music room) and listen to Fr. Barron as he "explores the Catholic Faith's unique understanding of the relationship of Jesus Christ and the Church.  Witness how the Mystical Body of Christ is a living organism that stretches from Rome to New York, Sao Paolo, Manila, and Namugongo, embracing humanity in all of its joys and sorrows."  We will be starting at the usual time, 7pm, with Rosary at 6:30pm if you want to join us.  Have a blessed week and we look forward to seeing you this Thursday!

 

In JMJ,

 

The Emmaus Core Team

 

Emmaus 4th of July Celebration!

Hey y'all,

We will be celebrating our nation's independence on Friday, July 4th at Jen and Katty's place starting at 2pm.  We will begin the festivities at the neighborhood park, which is on the left side of the main road as you are heading to their house. The park has a volleyball court, soccer field, and pool, so, bring a healthy competitive spirit and some swimming attire! Later on in the afternoon/evening we will head over to the house for some food. This will be a potluck, so please bring a side, dessert, or drink to share. The core team will be grillin' out hamburgers and hotdogs. Also, feel free to bring some snacks to share while we are out at the park.  Don't forget to bring fluids too, to stay hydrated while we play!

If you need Jen and Katty's address, please call Russ at (352) 359-0629 or Mike at (904) 755-8820.

We look forward to seeing you and joining in fellowship on the 4th!

God Bless,

Emmaus Core Team

Picnic and Walk the Arboretum this Sat., 6/28

Hey guys,

 

This Sat., 6/28, we will be getting together for a picnic and walking of the Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens.  Let's meet in the parking lot at the Arboretum at 12pm.  We'll find a picnic table and have lunch together (bring your own bag lunch!), and then start exploring about 1pm.  So, come on out and immerse yourself in the peace and quiet of nature, and enjoy the beauty of God's creation!  Don't forget to bring plenty of fluids to stay hydrated!  The address for the Arboretum is:

 

Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens

1445 Millcoe Road

Jacksonville FL 32225

 

FYI, you must use Monument Road to access Millcoe Road and the Arboretum. The Merrill Road end of Millcoe Road is permanently closed.  We look forward to seeing you there!

 

In JMJ,

 

Emmaus Core Team

 

Emmaus Mass this Thurs., 6/19, and Dinner

Hello brothers and sisters in Christ,

 

This Thurs. we will have Mass with Fr. Dan (from IC) at Assumption at 6:45pm with confession available and Rosary at 6:15pm.  Afterwards we will have a special dinner for our friend Shaun Napatal who is moving to Wichita to start a new job.  We will be going to Chili's on Baymeadows Rd.  Please come and join us!

 

Chili's

9500 Baymeadows Rd.

Jacksonville, FL 32256

 

In JMJ,

 

Emmaus Core Team

 

Dinner and a Movie with Emmaus Friends this Sat., 6/14!

Hey guys,

 

UPDATE for this Saturday:  we will meet at Al's Pizza at 5:30pm.  The movie starts at 7:45pm, so we should head over there around 7pm or shortly after so we can get tickets and sit together.  If you have any questions call Russ at (352) 359-0629 or Mike at (904) 755-8820.  Looking forward to seeing you guys!

 

God Bless,

 

Emmaus Core Team



Hey y'all,

This Saturday, 6/14, Emmaus will be getting together to break bread and go see a movie.  We will be meeting at Al's Pizza on Philips Hwy around 6pm, depending on movie times, which haven't been released for Sat. yet.  We then plan on heading to the Regal Stadium 20 theater, also on Philips Hwy, to see the Disney movie "Maleficent".  Stay tuned, we'll let you know the movie time as soon as we can.  Also, check out the movie review at http://www.pluggedin.com/movies/intheaters/maleficent.aspx?utm_source=nl_focusenews&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=213303&refcd=213303.

Al's Pizza

8060 PHILIPS HIGHWAY
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32256

Regal Avenues Stadium 20

9525 Phillips Highway
Jacksonville, FL 32256

We look forward to seeing you and joining in fellowship this Saturday!

God Bless,

The Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus This Thursday, June 5, Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Thursday, June 5, Deacon Corky will be talking about the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, the devotion behind it, some the history, and so on. The Sacred Heart of Jesus and The Immaculate Heart of Mary is an amazing devotion and can have a great impact on all our lives. We will be meeting at Assumption Catholic Church in the Parish Family Center in room 2A (music room) at 7pm and if you wish to join us for the Rosary, it will begin at 6:30pm. 

We look forward to seeing you there.

Emmaus Core Team

Memorial Beach Bash, Monday May 26

Hello brothers and sisters in Christ,
It’s time for more beach fun at our annual Memorial Day Beach Bash! We will be meeting at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park in Mayport on Memorial Day, Monday 5/26, at 1pm. It costs $3 per car (up to 6 people) to get in the park. Once you get in the park, go to parking lots 6 & 7 (near the lifeguard station). Russ will have his volleyball stuff. Please bring whatever food you would like to have for lunch, and any snacks you wish to share. Don't forget plenty of fluids! Also bring: sunscreen, towel, football, frisbee, boogie board, etc. We will have a grille set up in the grassy area behind the concession stand (as you walk out towards the beach it will be on your left) between 1pm and 2:30pm.
Hanna Park Address: 500 Wonderwood Dr., Atlantic Beach, FL
We look forward to seeing everyone there! God Bless!
The Emmaus Core Team
PS-If you have any questions, call Russ at: (352) 359-0629 or Mike at (904) 755-8820.
PPS-I will be late getting there due to getting off at 2pm, so if I don't answer my phone, Russ will be available at that time.

Emmaus This Thursday, May 15, Confession and Mass

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Thursday, May 15, we will be having Fr Booth, from Assumption, hearing Confession and celebrating Mass for us at Assumption Catholic Church. So many graces come from both sacraments, highly consider joining us this evening, especially if you haven't been in awhile. Confession and the Rosary will be start at 6:15pm and Mass at 6:45pm. We will be going out to a restaurant near by afterwards.

We look forward to seeing you there and feel free to bring a friend,

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus Cinco de Mayo Beach Party this Sat., 5/3

Hey guys,

 

It's spring and we're heading to the beach for our annual Cinco de Mayo Beach Party!  This year it is immediately following the Young Adult Retreat Follow-up, to which we are all invited.  See details below.  Mike will be there at 1pm if anyone wants to get there a little early.

 

What: Annual Cinco de Mayo Beach Party
When: Saturday, May 3rd
Time: 2:00 PM ~ ??? (following the Young Adult Retreat Follow-up)
Where: St. Augustine Beach Pier and Pavilion
            350 A1A Beach Blvd
            St. Augustine Beach, Florida

What to bring:
     beach stuff (sunscreen, towel, ...),
     sports stuff (volleyball, football, frisbee, etc),
     lots of liquids, meat for the grill (if you don't attend the Retreat Follow-up), and a snack to share.

This is a great opportunity to evangelize and invite that friend, coworker, or maybe just someone we haven't seen in a while to enjoy some fun and fellowship with Emmaus.  Please also remember your great dignity and dress appropriately.  We look forward to seeing you there!

 

Retreat Follow-up Email:

 

Hello Everyone:

I'd like to invite you all to the Post Retreat Follow-Up on Saturday, May 3rd in St. Augustine!  We will have mass outdoors at the rustic altar at 11am followed by praise and worship, a picnic and the beach.  Here is the schedule:

11am:  Mass
Our Lady of La Leche Shrine
27 Ocean Ave.
St. Augustine, FL 32084

12pm:  Picnic and Praise & Worship
On lawn near Our Lady of Perpetual Help mosaic

2pm:  Emmaus Cinco de Mayo Beach Bash
St. Augustine Beach Pier & Pavilion
350 A1A Beach Blvd.
St. Augustine, FL 32080

Please bring food to share!

Last Names A-M: 
Sides  (Chips, Potato Salad, Pasta Salad, Veggies, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches, Deviled Eggs, Salad)

Last Names N-Z: 
Desserts  (Fruit, Fruit Salad, Cookies, Cake)

The core team will provide everything else, including meat for grilling, buns, cutlery, plates, napkins, condiments, cups, ice and drinks :)

Bring your coolers, grills, blankets, lawn chairs, sunscreen, hats, bathing suits, swimming trunks, towels, flip flops and sports gear (volleyball, football, frisbee, soccer ball & baci).

For those of you who don't live in either Jacksonville or St. Augustine, take a road trip and come join us!  Hope to see you there :)

In the risen Christ,

The Core Team
Joe Cataulin, Angelique Gerlach, Andrea Elsner & Steven Webster

Joe's cell:  904- 607-4376

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths." ~ Proverbs 3: 5-6

 

 

God Bless,

The Emmaus Core Team

 

Women's Help Center Gala This Thursday, May 1

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This year we will be helping out again with the Women's Help Center Gala on Thursday, May 1. Thank you to everyone who e-mailed me saying they could help (Jessica Munoz, Jennifer Webb, Russ Schwartz, Shaun Napatal, Erica Robinson, Jeff Wilson, Andrea Elsner, Jeniffer Schmitz - think it was your e-mail - if not oops, and hopefully I haven't forgotten anyone). We have been asked to meet at the Adam W. Herbert University Center at UNF starting at 5:30pm.

12000 Alumni Drive

Jacksonville, FL 32224 - 2678

The dress code is, gender appropriate of course, a white dress shirt of some sort and black slacks, skirt, etc. There will be a social hour starting at 5:30 and dinner and program from 6:30 to 8:30. This years speaker is Carol Everett, a former abortion clinic owner.

Since we are solid on volunteers, if you still would like to help, I would like to encourage you too visit their website, www.whcjax.com, for ways you can donate.

Thanks and God Bless

Emmaus Core Team

This Sat., 4/26 -- Emmaus Birthday Party!



Hey y'all,

This Saturday we will be meeting at Jennifer and Katty's place (at the neighborhood park) at 2:30pm to celebrate Emmaus' entrance into "adulthood" (18th birthday)! :) We will start off with the reading of the Road to Emmaus story from scripture (Luke 24:13-35) and praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3pm (...since Sunday is Divine Mercy Sunday). Then we will get our game on with some volleyball and other sports (there is a field there for soccer, ultimate frisbee, etc.). Bring some drinks and snacks to share if you like (especially water and gatorade to stay hydrated!). Between 6:30 and 7pm we will head over to the grand opening of a new restaurant nearby called Pangea Island Bar and Grille that is owned by a friend of a former Emmaus member. There will be live music by Bart Price and Shaun Harper (played drums at the Young Adult Retreat), and FREE food and non-alcoholic drinks (alcoholic drinks available for purchase). The dress for the grand opening is "business casual", so bring a change of clothes!

For Jen and Katty's address please call:

Jen at (904) 347-5873
Russ at (352) 359-0629
Mike at (904) 755-8820

**The neighborhood park where we will be meeting is on the left just before her road. Look for a small soccer field, volleyball court, and small covered pavillion.

The address for the restaurant is:

Pangea Island Bar and Grille
132 Everest Lane
St Johns, FL 32259

We hope you will join us for some fun, food, and fellowship this Saturday!

In Christ who is risen (Alleluia!),

The Emmaus Core Team

PS- Don't forget, Popes John XXIII and John Paul II will be canonized this Sunday! :)

 

Emmaus this Thurs., 4/17, Holy Thursday Mass and the Triduum

Hello brothers and sisters in Christ,

 

 This Thursday for Emmaus we will be meeting at Assumption at 7pm to start the Triduum with Holy Thursday Mass.  We hope you will join us!  Let's sit together on the front left in the church.  As we continue in the Triduum, we will be going to Immaculate Conception for Good Friday services and to the Cathedral in St. Augustine for Easter Vigil.  See details below.

 

Good Friday at Immaculate Conception:  Confession from 11am-1pm.  Services from 12-3pm.  Services include:

Reading of the Passion
Veneration of the Cross
Communion Service
Seven Last Words of Christ
Stations of the Cross
Chaplet of Divine Mercy

 

 Easter Vigil at the Cathedral Basilica in St. Augustine will be at 8:30pm (Mass will last approx. 2 to 2-1/2 hrs.).  If you plan on attending, please contact Mike Toloczko at (904) 755-8820 for details on when and where to meet so you can sit together.

 

God Bless,

 

The Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus This Saturday, Yes this Saturday, April 12, Dinner and Bowling

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

In response to the Emmaus meeting we had a few weeks ago with our Spiritual Director, Fr Ed Murphy, we will be changing the weekly format of the Emmaus meetings. The 1st and 3rd Thursdays we will be meeting at Assumption for our regular theological discussion and Mass. The 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month some sort of social and/or service event will be planned.

To follow this new and exciting format, this Saturday, April 12, we will be going out to dinner followed by some bowling. We will be going to the Mandrain Ale House, might be called Miller's Ale House, located at 11112 San Jose BLVD (just south of I-295) at 5:30pm. Then we will be meeting at Bowl America, located at 10333 San Jose BLVD (just north of I-295) at 7:30pm.

We look forward to meeting you there for some fellowship and fun,

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus this Thurs., 4/3 -- Adoration and Confession

Hey guys,

 

This Thursday, 4/3, we will be joining the Franciscan Friars and Sisters of the Renewal, as well as the Young Adult Retreat Team, at St. Ephrem's (NOT Assumption) at 7pm for a Holy Hour with praise and worship music.  Confession will be available.  St. Ephrem's (Syriac Rite) Catholic Church is located on Kernan Blvd just north of UNF.  The address is:

 

4650 Kernan Blvd S

Jacksonville, FL  32224

 

The church is the building on the right.  We look forward to seeing you all there!

 

God Bless,

 

The Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus This Thursday, March 27, Marian Lent Reflection

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Thursday, March 27, we will be having the Sisters of the Home of the Mother speaking with us. They will be giving a Lenten reflection on our Mother and the Annunciation. It will be a great way to improve our spiritual growth during this time of year as we approach Easter. We will be meeting at Assumption Catholic Church in the Parish Family Center in room 2A (music room) at 7pm. Feel free to join us for the Rosary at 6:30pm.

We look forward to seeing you there

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus This Thursday, March 20, Confession and Mass

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Thursday, March 20, we will be having Confession and Mass with our spiritual director Fr Ed at Assumption. Confession and Rosary will start at 6:15pm and Mass at 6:45pm. Afterwards we will be going out to dinner for some fellowship.

Look forward to seeing you there and feel free to bring a friend.

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus this Thurs., 3/13 -- Movie Night with Assumption Parish

Hello dear brothers and sisters,

 

This Thurs. we will be joining Assumption Parish for a free movie night!  The movies will be "Conclave" and "Francis -- The Pope from the New World."  Showtime is at 6:45pm in Kohl's Hall and we should be done around 8:30pm.  The parish will provide popcorn, peanuts, candy, and refreshments... all for free!  You can't beat that!  So come on out and learn more about how a pope is elected, and then learn more about Pope Francis.  We look forward to seeing you this Thurs.!

 

God Bless,

 

The Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus This Thursday, March 6, 40 Days for Life participation

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Thursday, March 6, we will be participating in the 40 Days for Life. This year it will be out at A Woman's Choice center at 4131 University BLVD S and we will be out there from 6pm to 7:30pm. Please park behind the Women's Help Center a few buildings down from the abortion mill. Pro Life signs will be provided and we will praying the Rosary, perhaps the Divine Mercy Chaplet, and what ever else we feel up to doing. Afterwards we will be heading out to dinner.

We look forward to seeing you there,

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus This Thursday, February 27, Emmaus pow wow

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Thursday, February 27 at 7pm, we will be meeting with our Spiritual Director, Fr Ed Murphy, to discuss any improvements we can make to the Emmaus Young Adult group, how we can grow, and so on. We encourage anyone who is able to make it to come on out with any thoughts and/or suggestions. Everyone has been important to us and would love to hear from you. We will be meeting at the rectory behind the Basillica of the Immaculate Conception, park in the parking lot behind the church would be best.

We hope to see you there,

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus This Week - Basilica of the Immaculate Conception Mission February 16-20

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

For this week for Emmaus, we are invited by our Spiritual Director, Fr Ed Murphy, to attend the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception's mission from Sunday, February 16, to Thursday, February 20. Fr Ben Cameron of the Fathers of Mercy will be leading a Holy Hour each evening start at 7pm, with a talk during the Holy Hour. Confession is being offered by Fr Cameron each evening starting at 6pm and will resume once the Holy Hour is complete. On Thursday, February 20, there will be a Mass in place of the Holy Hour, starting at 7pm, which the mission talk will happen during the Homily. Fr Ed and the Emmaus Core Team strongly encourage everyone to attend as many nights as one is called too. This is also an opporutunity to gain a Plenary Indulgence as well if the requirements are meet - attend at least 3 of the mission nights, go to Confession, and attend Mass.

Hope to see you there,

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus this Thurs., 2/13 -- Catholicism Series

Hello brothers and sisters,

 

This Thurs. for Emmaus we will be meeting at Jen and Katty's house to watch another episode of the Catholicism Series, St. Peter and St. Paul.  Same time, 7pm, with Rosary at 6:30pm if you want to pray with us.  If you need directions to Jen and Katty's, call:

Russ (352) 359-0629
Mike (904) 755-8820
Jen (904) 347-5873
 

Come on out and join us as we learn more about these two important figures in our faith.  We look forward to seeing you this Thurs.!

 

In JMJ,

 

The Emmaus Core Team

 

Emmaus this Thurs., 2/6 -- Volleyball!

Hey y'all,

This Thursday we will be in the gym to play volleyball!  Be sure to invite a friend, too!  This is a great way to introduce someone to our young adult community.  We will be in the vestibule of the gym to pray the Rosary at 6:30pm if you want to join us.  "Game time" is at 7.  We look forward to a fun night of fellowship with you!

In JMJ,

The Emmaus Core Team

PS- We will be sharing the gym with Assumption School's basketball practice, so don't be surprised to see some kids running around!  We will probably be in the back half of the gym.

Emmaus This Thursday, January 30, HHS Mandate discusion w/Mike Day

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

We will be doing something a wee bit differently this Thursday, January 30, for our regular Emmaus meeting. Assumption will be hosting a discussion of the Health Mandate for Catholics. It's main purpose is for those who need and/or want info on the Health Mandate that went into effect August 1, 2013. Mike Day, the Director of Family for Life office of our diocese will be the primary speaker and will have others speaking on it as well. This will be an excelnt opportunity to learn what it is all about, especially for us Catholics. It will be held in Kohl's Hall starting at 6:30pm. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Hope to see you there,

Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus this Thurs., 1/23 -- Authority of the Church in Tradition



Hello dear brothers and sisters,

 

This Thurs. at Emmaus we will have Gerald Lamb speaking with us about the authority of the Church in Tradition with a special emphasis on the Early Church Fathers.  Come on out and join us in fellowship and learning more about our faith.  Invite a friend to join us!  We look forward to seeing you all at 7pm in the Parish Family Center, Room 2A  (the music room).  May God bless the rest of your week!

 

In JMJ,

 

The Emmaus Core Team

 

Emmaus this Thurs., 1/16: Mass (NOT at Assumption), Our Lady of Czestochowa

Hello brothers and sisters in Christ,

This Thurs. we will be doing something a little different.  We will be going to St. Paul's at Riverside (not far from Assumption) for Mass at 6pm followed by a Holy Hour and veneration of the travelling image of Our Lady of Czestochowa (also known as the Black Madonna).  Let's try to sit together at the middle-front left in the church.  The schedule of events from St. Paul's website is below.  The address for St. Paul's is:

2609 Park Street
Jacksonville, FL  32204

This is part of the "From Ocean to Ocean" campaign, an international campaign for the defense of life.  This image of Our Lady of Czestochowa is travelling all over the world, and will make stops at the March for Life in St. Augustine as well as the March for Life in Washington, D.C.!  We hope you will join us for Mass and to honor Our Lady as we pray for life!


The Icon of Our Lady of Czestochowa will be at St. Paul's for veneration.

5 p.m.: An hour of Eucharistic Adoration in the presence of the icon and the recitation of the rosary.
6 p.m.: Holy sacrifice of the Mass.
7 p.m.: An hour of Eucharistic Adoration and veneration of the icon; holy cards will be touched to the icon and distributed to the faithful.


In JMJ,

The Emmaus Core Team

Emmaus this Thurs., 1/9 -- St. Gianna Molla Video



Hello brothers and sisters,

 

This Thurs. at Emmaus we will be watching a video entitled "Love is a Choice:  The Life of St. Gianna Molla."  Gianna Molla is a modern-day saint, canonized by JPII in May of 2004.  She was a wife, mother, and doctor.  She is best known for sacrificing her own life to preserve the life of her unborn daughter.  We hope you will join us as we learn more about this seemingly "ordinary" saint who lived life in an extraordinary way.  We will be in the Parish Family Center, Room 2A (music room) at 7pm with Rosary beforehand at 6:30pm.  God bless your week!

 

In JMJ,

 

The Emmaus Core Team