The Walk

A Walk with Christ

The narrative in Luke 24:13-35 recounts the account of two followers of Jesus journeying from Jerusalem to Emmaus. During their walk, they candidly discussed the recent events surrounding Jesus’ crucifixion. Along the path, an unfamiliar individual accompanied them, elucidating scriptures and disclosing how they foretold Jesus’ suffering and subsequent glorification alongside the Father. As they reached their destination, the disciples invited the stranger to dine with them. It was during this meal that the stranger’s true identity was unveiled as he blessed, broke, and distributed the bread, revealing himself as the resurrected Christ. Their eyes were opened to this realization, prompting them to hasten back to Jerusalem to share the joyful news with others. 

What is the purpose of The Walk to Emmaus?

The purpose of the Emmaus movement is to inspire, challenge and equip local church members for Christian action in their homes, churches, and daily lives. Emmaus provides a way to lift up our grace filled lives to be lived and shared with others to strengthen and renew the faith of Christian people, and through them their own families, congregations, and the world in which they live. It is a highly structured event, prayerfully designed, between laity and clergy to foster a renew of spirit in the participants and the church.

What happens on The Walk to Emmaus?

The Walk to Emmaus is an inspiring experience held over a three day retreat where Jesus love is revealed to you through other Christians. The next 72 hours you experience are full of discussions, singing, praying, worshiping and small group participation following each discussion. Discussions are in the form of 15 talks by both laity and clergy that are centered on the theme of God’s grace, and how God’s grace is alive in the Christian community and the world. You will discover how God’s grace is real in your life, how to live a life full of grace, and how to bring the blessing of God’s grace to others in your life. You will experience God’s grace through the prayers and acts of service from a vital support group made of members of the Northeast Louisiana Emmaus community as well as others throughout the world.

What happens afterwards?

This crash course in God’s grace last only three short days, but your are extended an invitation to continue to build on the lessons you have learned for the rest of your life. You will be encouraged to do two things.

• • First, to expand your spiritual life through study and congregational participation in your church and the Emmaus community.
• • Second, to become more active disciples of Christ sharing the gift of God’s grace with the world through your church home.

The Emmaus experience offers several specific opportunities to nurture the development of discipleship. You are encouraged to join a group of four to six other participants, in what is known as a reunion group, who meet weekly to reflect on their spiritual growth and encourage one another. There are also monthly community gatherings where Emmaus participants meet for worship, fellowship and are invited to pray for and to serve other Emmaus participants in future walks.