Emmaus

About Us  

Emmaus is a  spiritual retreat : a gift for the soul, a personal encounter with God, and a life-changing experience through the Holy Spirit. It is not just an event, but a journey of faith that deeply transforms each participant.  

Our motto is:  “Jesus Christ has risen, truly He has risen!” , a proclamation of faith, hope, and unity.  

Origins of the Emmaus Retreat  

The Emmaus Retreat began in  1978 in the  Archdiocese of Miami , at the Dominican Retreat House (MorningStar Renewal Center). It was developed by a team of lay women from St. Louis Parish in Kendall (Pinecrest), Florida, under the leadership of  Father David G. Russell , then pastor of the parish, and  Myrna Gallagher , Director of Religious Education.  

The retreat drew its inspiration from  Luke 24:13–35 , the story of the disciples on the Road to Emmaus, and from this Scripture came both its  spiritual foundation and its  name .  

Our Cause  

For more than 10 years, the Emmaus Retreats for Women and Men in our community have strengthened the spiritual lives of countless people. As part of this mission, we have created the  official retreat shirts , designed for both  Walkers and  Servers .  

These shirts are more than clothing—they are symbols of unity, brotherhood, and the joy of belonging to the Emmaus family.  

Why Support Our Store  

• Fundraising with purpose : Each shirt directly supports and sustains the Emmaus Retreats.  
• Faith identity : Wearing it is a way to carry the Emmaus spirit and proclaim our shared journey.  
• Ongoing commitment : We are active donors, and now—through  ParishMart —we extend this effort to reach even more people.    
   

Support our mission, wear your faith, and walk with others on their spiritual journey.    
  “Jesus Christ has risen, truly He has risen!”