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, January 30, 2017



Hello Everyone!!

Emmaus will not be having a meeting this Tuesday night.

We encourage you instead to check out Jacksonville's Young Catholic Professionals for their Networking Happy Hour taking place this Tuesday night at Bento CafĂ© Red - 9734 Deer Lake Ct. Jax Fl 32246 from 6:30-8:30. https://www.facebook.com/events/407664699578933/

We will resume our series on the Psalms on February 7th.


God Bless You All!

Monday, January 23, 2017


Our Series on the Psalms!!!

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." Psalm 46:1

Hello Everyone!This Tuesday we will be beginning our series on the Psalms which will lead us into Lent. The Psalms are key parts of the liturgy of the Holy Mass and an excellent reminder of our dependency on the Lord. They are known for offering Peace, Clarity and Comfort to those who take the time to read, explore, and meditate on them. Join us as we dive into the Psalms!!! 
Tomorrow we will be covering Psalms of Wisdom.


God Bless You All!

Monday, January 16, 2017



Our Series on the Psalms!!!

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." Psalm 46:1

Hello Everyone!
This Tuesday we will be beginning our series on the Psalms which will lead us into Lent. The Psalms are key parts of the liturgy of the Holy Mass and an excellent reminder of our dependency on the Lord. They are known for offering Peace, Clarity and Comfort to those who take the time to read, explore, and meditate on them. Join us as we dive into the Psalms!!! 

 Our line up for January is as follows:
·         January 17th Psalms of Praise
·         January 24th Psalms of Wisdom
·         January 31st Psalms of Trust



God Bless You All!!

Sunday, January 8, 2017

Hello Everyone!

This Tuesday 1/10/17 EMMAUS will not be meeting at Immaculate Conception, but we encourage you to gather with our catholic professional friends as YCP launches their first meetup for 2017. Visit Holy Rosary Catholic Church 9800 Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville, Florida 32256
and follow the YCP Executive Speaker Series beginning @7:00; free drinks and refreshments provided.


This Friday join EMMAUS at Winter Jam 1/13/17 at the Veteran's Memorial Arena.
Doors Open/Pre-Jam Party: 6:00 PM
Show Time: 7:00 PM     - STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFO... :)

This Saturday 1/14/17 EMMAUS will be attending the St. Augustine March for Life. We will meet for mass @ 9:00am (and processing at 10:00am) at Our Lady of La Leche Catholic Church 27 Ocean Ave, Saint Augustine, Florida 32084.


God Bless You All!!