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Emmaus House History 

 

(as shared by Fr. Gene Merz, SJ, on the occasion of  the 25th Anniversary, September 12, 1999)

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The Story's Foundation (Luke 24:13-35)

The Emmaus Story in Luke 24:13-35 is the inspiration for the name given Emmaus by the Jesuits in 1974. It is the paradigm of spiritual direction. We are to understand the events in our [lives] in terms of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. Our identity is found only in relationship to God. The life, death and resurrection of Jesus gives meaning and shape to our human experiences. 

 

Intimacy with God is no small matter. Let us continue to share the good news of how our eyes have been opened and how we have recognized him in the breaking of the bread. Let us pray for each other as we journey on into the future.  ~Fr. Gene Merz, SJ

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