Dear Central California Walk to Emmaus Community,


While we enter into this busy season of preparation for the upcoming Walks, I want to thank each and every one of you for your continued dedication to this ministry. We have a few important updates regarding our worknight and workday, and I encourage you to join us as we work together to make the upcoming Walks special for our pilgrims.


Friday Worknight - September 13th

Please note that the location for this Friday worknight has changed. We will now meet for this night only at Madera United Methodist Church instead of Westminster due to some work being done on their campus. We want to respect their space while they complete their renovations, which may or may not be finished in time. The worknight will begin at 7:00 PM, and we’ll be preparing the bags, folders, 4th Day envelopes, and creating the colorful "De Colores" placemats. The more hands we have, the lighter the work, so we hope to see many of you there!


Saturday Workday - September 14th

We will gather again the next day for a full workday at 9:30 AM sharp. It will be a full day of preparation, so please plan to be prompt and ready to dive in! The Board will be providing lunch, but donations are always welcome to help offset the costs. Your contributions are greatly appreciated, and every little bit helps.

I look forward to seeing you all there as we continue to serve our pilgrims and one another with love and commitment. Your work makes a difference, and I am deeply grateful for your partnership in this ministry.


Blessings,

Laurie Wieland

2024 Board President

Central California Walk To Emmaus

Join the Love Team: Make a Difference in Our Walks


As we gear up for the upcoming walks, I want to highlight the importance of the LOVE TEAM and encourage everyone to get involved. The Love Team plays a crucial role in ensuring that our walks run smoothly and efficiently, and there are plenty of opportunities for you to contribute, even if you can't commit to a full weekend.


Love Team Opportunities:

If you can't work a full weekend, consider signing up for one (or more) of the following short time commitments needed to keep the walk moving in a timely fashion. You can choose to serve on a men's or a women's walk. Here are the areas where we need your help:


  1. Work Days: Help with setup and cleanup.
  2. Thursday Morning: Set up for the Walk to begin at 10:30 AM.
  3. Friday Supper: Clean up after the meal at 6:30 PM.
  4. Feast: Work during and clean up after the Feast at 5:00 PM.
  5. Sunday Morning: Prepare the church for services at 6:00 AM.
  6. Sunday Afternoon: Final cleanup of the facility from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM (includes attending Closing). Please do not sign up if you are sponsoring a pilgrim.


Flexibility and Community Service:

If you are already working a walk, you can still serve on the Love Team for the opposite walk. This allows you to sleep in your own bed while still contributing to another fantastic weekend where God’s presence is felt and we are all blessed.


How to Sign Up:

Simply click the button below to go to our website and sign up for the Love Team. Pick your preferred time of service. The same process applies for the Candlelight Team. A big thank you to everyone who has already signed up!



Your support and participation make a significant difference. Let's come together to ensure that every walk is a meaningful and enriching experience for all involved.

Men's love Team Sign Up
Women's Love Team Sign Up
Men's Candlelight Sign Up
Women's Candlelight Sign Up

Upcoming Events

September

13

Fall Walk Work Night



Join us for the Work gathering this Friday, September 13th, at Madera United Methodist Church, beginning at 7:00 PM. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect with others, enjoy fellowship, and contribute to the preparation of materials for the upcoming Spring Walk. 

Fall Walk Work Day #2


Lunch will be provided. Join us at Madera United Methodist Church from 9:30am - 3:30pm.


The updated Pilgrim Lists and Team Lists will be posted on the website during the week following the second workday.

September

14

September

28

Grand Gathering



We are excited to invite the entire Central California Walk to Emmaus community to the Grand Gathering on Saturday, September 28, at Easton Presbyterian Church. This will be a wonderful time to reconnect, share our experiences, and celebrate our journey together. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

Fall 2024 Walks


October 3-6, 2024 - Men's Fall 2024 Walk To Emmaus at Madera United Methodist Church.



October 10-13, 2024 – Women's Fall 2024 Walk to Emmaus at Madera United Methodist Church.


All prior Emmaus pilgrims are welcome to the special services during the Walks, whether they are working on a team or not. The schedule for these events is as follows:


  • Candlelight 8:00pm - Saturday Night
  • Mananitas 5:15am - Sunday Morning
  • Closing 2:45pm - Sunday Afternoon


Note: Men only at the men’s Mananitas. Women only at the women’s. If you are not working on a live-in team, please bring your own flowers.

October

03 - 06

October

10 - 13