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| FAQ's
What is
the Walk to Emmaus?
The Walk to Emmaus is a spiritual renewal
program intended to strengthen the local church
through the development of Christian disciples and
leaders. The program's approach seriously considers
the model of Christ's servanthood and encourages
Christ's disciples to act in ways appropriate to being
"a servant of all."
What is
the theological basis for the Walk to Emmaus?
The Walk to Emmaus® is grounded
theologically and institutionally in The Upper Room
ministry unit of the General Board of Discipleship of
The United Methodist Church. However, The Walk to
Emmaus is ecumenical. The program invites and involves
the participation of Christians of many denominations.
Emmaus is ecumenical not only because members of many
denominations participate, but because Emmaus seeks to
foster Christian unity and to reinforce the whole
Christian community. This is one of the great
strengths and joys of the Emmaus movement.
Where did
Walk to Emmaus originate?
The Walk to Emmaus is an adaptation of
the Roman Catholic Cursillo (pronounced cur-SEE-o)
Movement, which originated in Spain in 1949. Cursillo
de Cristianidad means "little course in Christianity.”
Where did
the name for Walk to Emmaus come from?
The Walk to Emmaus® gets its name from
the story in Luke 24:13-35, which provides the central
image for the three-day experience and follow-up.
How much
does it cost?
The cost varies based on the location and
facilites ($180-$210), which includes all meals from
Thursday evening through Sunday lunch, as well as
dorm-style sleeping accommodations. Scholarships are
available upon request.
Where are
the Walks held?
Walks to Emmaus hosted by the Dallas
Emmaus Community are held at:
How can I
attend a Walk?
To get involved in Emmaus, each person
must have a sponsor who has already attended a Walk to
Emmaus him- or herself. If you have a friend who has
been to Emmaus, ask your friend to tell you about his
or her experience with the program. Your friend can
help you decide whether or not you would find an
Emmaus experience helpful. If you don't know anyone
who has been to Emmaus, contact the Community Lay
Director for the Dallas Emmaus Community and ask him
or her to help you consider attending Emmaus and
finding a sponsor.
What
happens on a Walk to Emmaus?
The core of the walk is a series of
fifteen short talks that are given by lay and clergy
on various topics related to God's grace, Christian
discipleship, and the true meaning of being part of
the "body of Christ".
Can my
spouse and I attend the same walk?
The "Walk to Emmaus" is not co-ed. Men
and women attend separate retreats.
What makes
the Walk to Emmaus different from other spiritual
retreats?
Unlike most other retreats that are meant
to be attended more than once, the Walk to Emmaus is a
"once in a lifetime" experience.
When do
the walks start and end?
Walks start with a potluck dinner at
6:30pm on Thursday, and end on Sunday afternoon at
around 5:30pm.
Who do I
contact with a web page or forum problem?
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