Mass at 6:45pm Thursday at Emmaus

Come join us for Confession and Mass this Thursday at Assumption Catholic Church. Confessions will run from 6:15pm-6:45pm, and Mass will start at 6:45pm. Bring your appetite for fellowship and dinner after Mass. If you can't make it for Mass, come join us afterwards for fellowship! Hope to see you there for the Sacramental combo!

The Emmaus Core Team

Sat: March For Life and Carpooling

This Saturday is the March for life in St. Augustine. We will be carpooling from St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Mandarin starting at 10:00AM. The march will begin at 12:00pm starting from the shrine. For those who wish to go down early there will be a Mass with the Bishop at 9AM followed by skits from Project SOS. After the March there will be speakers and a spaghetti dinner. Some will be returning to Jax after the March in case you cannot stay. I hope to see you there as we support as we pray for an end to the culture of death.

If you need directions or have any questions please call me, 904-307-0824.

Sean

Important Novena to St.Philomena

As many of you may know St. Philomena is a patroness of Emmaus. She is a patron of young adults and is very dear to many of us. Her feast day is on the 11th of this month, therefore I encourage, everyone in Emmaus or who is a young adult to pray this novena together over the next 9 days for the intentions of the young adults in the diocese and for you own intention.

St. Philomena is a Saint who is little known but who was made a Saint because of the many miracles wrought by her intercession. She was called the "Wonder Worker of the Nineteenth Century" by Pope Gregory XVI. St. John Vianney, Curé of Ars, attributed every miracle in his ministry to St. Philomena’s intercession.

If you are struggling with having a child or you know someone with mental illness or that is sick or have any request at all pray this novena and trust in her intercession.

Patronage: against barrenness, against bodily ills, against infertility, against mental illness, against sickness, against sterility, babies, children, Children of Mary, desperate causes, forgotten causes, impossible causes, infants, lost causes, Living Rosary, newborns, orphans, poor people, priests, prisoners, sick people, students, test takers, toddlers, young people, and youth.

Copy and Print off the prayer in Word.

Novena Prayer to Saint Philomena. – Start on the 3rd –Tuesday- Ends on the 11th of August

Illustrious Virgin and Martyr, St. Philomena, behold me prostrate before the throne whereon it has pleased the Most Holy Trinity to set thee. Full of confidence in thy protection, I entreat thee to intercede for me with God. Ah! From the heights of heaven deign to cast a glance upon thy humble client. Spouse of Christ, sustain me in suffering, fortify me in temptation, protect me in the dangers surrounding me, and in particular..(mention your petition). Above all, assist me at the hour of my death. Amen.
St. Philomena, powerful with God. Pray for us.

I encourage you all to read about St. Philomena and have a devotion to her. Check out the websites below.
http://www.philomena.us/ , http://saints.sqpn.com/saint-philomena/

In Christ, Sean

http://emmauscya.blogspot.com/

P.S. On Thursday next week I will be bringing a second class relic from her for people to touch.

Sat 9/26 -Eucharistic Procession for Life

Emmaus Members,

This Saturday, tomorrow morning, there will be a Eucharistic Procession for Life. We, Emmaus, have 10 spots reserved for us in the procession. Only 200 can be in the actual procession; however, anyone can come for the Mass with the Bishop and the Rosary.

We will walk from Assumption to the Planned Parenthood on Beach Blvd. This is part of the kick off for the 40 days for Life. It is a good opportunity for you to pray for an end to abortion, especially in Jax. Let us flood heaven with our prayers and sacrifices.

If you would like to be in the procession e-mail Dan Mull at aqualaterischristi@gmail.com.

Time: Those in the procession will need to go to a table at the back of Assumption church by at least 7:45 AM to pick up a name tag and go to their seats. At 7:45, any unclaimed spots will be filled by any subs we have and (if necessary) anyone else we find who is willing to walk.

Where: Start at Assumption Parish and walk to the Planned Parenthood on Beach Blvd.

God Bless! Now is the time to stand for Christ and Life!

In Christ,

Emmaus Core Team (Sean, Jen, Liz, Joe, Jeff)

http://emmauscya.blogspot.com

Marian Pilgrimage Saturday

Hi Friends,This is Joe Johnson, and me and several others will be making a pilgrimage from Our Lady Star of the Sea in Ponte Vedra to Our Lady of La Leche in St. Augustine this coming Saturday 8/15. I would like to extend an invitation for you to join us on this journey. This walk will take us about 12 hours or so with a few breaks worked in. The distance is about 23 miles and we will do the large majority of it on A1A. Come out and enjoy the scenery and ocean breeze as you pray. We will meet at Our Lady Star of the Sea in the morning and finish at the Shrine around 6-8 p.m. This journey will take the entire day so plan accordingly.

The plan is to pray the entire Rosary (20 Decades) twice and also the Divine Mercy Chaplet. As we complete our walk by crossing the Vilano Beach Bridge we will pray the Stations of the Cross. There will also be plenty of time for fellowship and individual prayer.There is no need to pack a lunch as we will stop at the Gate station. It is important to have snacks and PLENTY of liquids. Running or walking shoes are a must as well as comfortable loose fitting clothing. A few pairs of socks and a hat and sunscreen are needed as well.

We wil be happy to add your petitions to our own as we walk and pray. You may send your petitions in response to this email. Again all our invited male and female respond directly to this email (yates_fan32216@yahoo.com) or call me at 651-6975. Right now we have 9 participants let's make it 12 like the Apostles!Finally we are in need of people willing to transport us back to Our Lady Star of the Sea afterwards. You would only be required to meet us at the Shrine and transport some tired, suffering slightly smelly people. I will reimburse you for the cost in gas. I look forward to hearing from you. May God Bless You All.

JOE 651-6975

Our Spiritual Director - Fr. Ed Murphy

Recently I had announced at an Emmaus meeting that our Spiritual Director was Fr. Ed Murphy. Some people have also asked what a spiritual director or Fr. Ed does especially in regards to Emmaus.

Well, by having Fr. Ed as our spiritual director the Catholic young adult community can have a priest to confide in, go to confession with regularly, receive individual spiritual direction, and receive the other sacraments as well. Fr. Ed will try to come to Emmaus more often to be there for the Catholic young adult community. A Spiritual Director is about helping one grow in their faith. They act as an outside party to see the things in your life that hinders your relationship with God. They might give suggestions to help you grow or guide you in something else. Many Saints have said that in order to be a true well formed Christian one should have a spiritual director.

Many of us know the difficulties of this year with the passing of our friend Danny, economic hardships, and much more. Fr. Ed is here to help you with his prayers and counsel. Please feel free to confide in him for anything.

Fr. Ed and the Emmaus Core Team desire to bring more young adults into the Emmaus Catholic Young Adult Community but we cannot do it without your prayers and involvement. The reason Emmaus has been around for 12 years is because of the commitment of its members in going each Thursday and leading other to Christ through the Emmaus ministry. We therefore encourage all young adults from age 20-39 to come each Thursday and make a commitment to grow in fellowship with the Lord and each other. Do not let shyness, a lack of knowing people, or a lack of knowledge of the faith deter you from coming. Our enemy, the devil, desires a community divided and void of relationship and faith. Let us therefore show the devil that we have and can overcome him and the world and build this community up into a City of God or a light upon a hill.

To contact Fr. Ed call Immaculate Conception Church (downtown Jax) - (904) 359- 0331

or e-mail him at ewmurphy@windstream.net .

If you have any suggestions for Emmaus please contact Fr. Ed or someone on the Emmaus Core Team. Show Fr. Ed you are thankful to him and send him an e-mail of appreciation and love in this Year of the Priest. May God Bless you all and especially Fr. Ed Murphy for his support of Emmaus. May we bear much fruit for the Lord.

In Christ,

Sean and the Emmaus Core Team (David, Jennifer, Paul, Joe, Peggy)

http://emmauscya.blogspot.com/

My e-mail address is: john6bb@yahoo.com in case you have any questions.

Sean

Franciscan Friars of the Renewal Young Adult Evening Series May 26-28th

Young Adult Evening Series

Series Topic: Find out what it means to be Catholic... to live in the world but not of the world. Come and break away from the daily grind. Enjoy time with other young adults and appreciate the simple beauty of our Catholic faith. And of course, meet and chat with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal from NY (http://www.franciscanfriars.com/)! Featuring solid Catholic teaching, the sacraments, awesome music, prayer, fellowship and the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal.

Tuesday, May 26 - Thursday, May 28
from 6:15 - 8:30 pm at St. Ephrem's Syriac Catholic Church & parish hall (same place Emmaus meets every Thursday)
Directions: 4650 Kernan Blvd. South, Jacksonville, FL 32224

COST: Free!! Donations for friars flights to and from NY accepted

FOR: Young Adults - sinners, seekers, and lovers of Jesus and His Church :)

SERIES BREAKDOWN:
Tuesday & Wednesday
6:15-7:45 p.m. - Holy Hour with reflection, prayer & music led by the friars; Confession will be available throughout; closes with Benediction

8:00-8:30 p.m. - Question & Answer session with friars; final prayer & music with friars; light snacks and beverages will be provided

Thursday

6:15-7:30 p.m. - Holy Mass with friars

7:45-8:30 p.m. - Question & Answer session with friars; final prayer & music with friars; Dinner available for $5 per person

MORE INFO: E-mail youngadultretreat@yahoo.com or call 904-251-5493

Going Away Party For Jess- Wed May 20th

One of the best Emmaus members ever our good friend Jess Broussard is moving to Miami next week and he wanted to invite everyone to a going away dinner May 20th at 7:30pm at Copeland's restaurant. He is moving May 21st. Everyone is invited, please pass the email along to anyone who may not be on the emmauscya email list.

Contact Heidi if you are coming eznutrition4u@yahoo.com .

Date: Wednesday, May 20th at 7:30pm
Address: Copeland's, 4310 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, Florida 32216

Pray for Jess as he moves down to Miami. Pray that he will adjust well and do good in his work.
May God's peace be with you all.
Heidi

Requiescat in Pace (Rest in Peace) Brother Danny

It is with a heavy heart that I'm writing to inform you that our dear friend Danny Barker died unexpectedly this past Saturday. The family has requested that we let everyone know that there will be a wake held at Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home at 6pm on Wednesday, May 13th, followed by a rosary at 6:30pm. The funeral mass will be held at 11am on Thursday, May 14th at Resurrection Catholic Church. Danny was a wonderful person. Please pray for his soul, family, and friends.

May the souls of the faithfully departed, by the mercy of God, rest in peace. Our Lady, Queen of Peace, pray for us!

Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home 940 Cesery Boulevard Jacksonville, Florida 32211

Resurrection Catholic Church 3383 University Blvd NJacksonville, FL 32277

Mass Wednesday- Pray for Emmaus

I encourage everyone to attend Mass this Wednesday and offer up your Mass for the Emmaus Catholic Young Adult group. This Wednesday we will read the story of Emmaus at Mass. Let all young adults, especially the Emmaus young Adults unite our prayers and together petition our Lord to bless Emmaus, the Core Team, and its members. Let us pray for vocations to Marriage and Priestly or Religious orders from Emmaus. Flood the heavens with prayers.

Mass Times:
Holy Family - 7:15AM
IC - 7:30 AM and 12:10PM
St. Josephs - 8:00AM
Blessed Trinity - 7:00 PM

In Christ, Sean, David, Andrea, Jennifer, and Peggy (Core Team of Emmaus)
http://emmauscya.blogspot.com

Start the Divine Mercy Novena Today

Today the Church begins the 9 day novena prayer ending on Divine Mercy Sunday (next weekend).

http://www.fisheaters.com/divinemercy.html
http://www.divinemercysunday.com/

Pray the Chaplet at 3:00PM on Divine Mercy Sunday and the Novena.
"On each day of the novena you will bring to My Heart a different group of souls and you will immerse them in this ocean of My mercy... On each day you will beg My Father, on the strength of My passion, for the graces for these souls. By this novena I will grant every possible grace to souls." (Diary 1209, 796)

In reference to Divine Mercy Sunday:
"The soul that will go to Confession and receive Holy Communion shall obtain complete forgiveness of sins and punishment. On that day all the divine floodgates through which graces flow are opened. Let no soul fear to draw near to Me, even though its sins be as scarlet.... Mankind will not have peace until it turns to the Fount of My Mercy." (699)