Emmaus Catholic Young Adult Ministry: May 2014

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.

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

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.

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

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