Golden Isles Walk to Emmaus

This letter is written to the Golden Isles Emmaus Community, and the Pilgrims of Women’s Walk to Emmaus #8.

There is no way under heaven, or on earth, that I can thank you all enough for the privilege of serving as Lay Director of Walk #8. It truly was, and will continue to be, a “Spiritual Marker” in my life! The weekend was a mixture of many emotions for me . . . Humility, when I didn’t do things perfectly. Gratefulness, when I saw changed lives. Joy, when I had the privilege of meeting so many “New Found Friends.” The list could go on and on.

The tables were able to bond immediately, and miracles happened throughout each day. Some of these miracles we could see and name, but many took place within individual hearts. It would be impossible to name each one, but it really isn’t necessary. God knows them all, and He instrumented them on a daily basis. I will attempt to write some of them in my journal, so I can allow them to be constant reminders that miracles occur all around us. They may not always happen in extraordinary ways. Sometimes they occur in small insignificant ways but, nevertheless, they are miracles. We just need to be aware of them, and thank God when they happen.

The many acts of servanthood by the team members and the joy of their service are forever etched in my memory and in my heart! I have a mental picture of these team members who went about each day performing many acts of service with much joy! I wish I had enough words to express my thanks, but they know who they are and they know how grateful I am.

The aim for this entire walk was to become
ONE TEAM, ONE MESSAGE, ONE BODY OF CHRIST
and to
BE OBEDIENT, SHOW UP AND LET GOD WORK!
The team members truly were faithful in doing this.

The cross that was given to me at Closing will constantly remind me of each hand that touched it throughout the weekend. It is also a symbol of the love of Christ and the price He paid for all of us! May HE continue to bless all of you in the Golden Isles Community as we work together to bring the “Spirit of Emmaus” to many more lives.

In HIS love,
Eleanor Miller
“Chunkie”

A new reunion group has been posted to the Reunion Groups page on our website:

Bunkley’s Boys
Wednesdays @ 6:30am
Bunkley Enterprises
3553 Darien Hwy
Brunswick, 31520

For more information, please contact Justin Hollington.

Hello Emmaus Family, please lift up Kathy Stanley in prayer for a blessed recovery from back surgery this morning. Kathy is a single Mother of two, and is raising 4 grandchildren as her own! Awesome lady who loves the Lord. May God bless the procedure and recovery so that Kathy can be pain free and continue to minister to her family, leading these young people in Christ-like lives. May your will be done in Her life Father! In Jesus name Amen.

Thank you and God Bless!

Joe Taylor Jr.
GIWTE #3
Table of Mark

Please pray for physical healing for Valerie Turzin as she is suffering from Fibromyalgia. Valerie is a new friend of ours, our community, and a former Tres Dias lay leader from New Jersey now living in Brunswick.

Bob Speight
GIWTE #3, Table of Peter

Jennifer Speight
GIWTE #4, Table of Martha

Please remember me in your prayers. I have walking pneumonia and having severe breathing problems.

Charlene Reeves
Women’s Walk #2

The Pio Party for the recent Men’s Walk #7 and Women’s Walk #8 will be held this Friday at First Baptist Church of Brunswick at 7PM. New Pios do not have to bring food so the community is asked to provide extra as we welcome our newest members of the Emmaus family. Come an hour early for Sponsor’s Hour to learn about sponsoring a pilgrim on upcoming walks. Let’s all come out and show our support for the new pilgrims. Childcare will be provided.

Decolores,
John McDonald    
CGWTE#66 Table of Paul

Rev. Jim Jensen will have Outpatient Surgery this Wednesday morning (May 14). Please keep him in your prayers.

Blessings!
Edie Payne
South GA Coastal Walk #1

Please pray for my daughter, Leah Estes, that she will find a job in her area, Pharmacy Tech, and will overcome her depression.

Lu Cain
Golden Isles Walk to Emmaus #8
Table of Sarah

The May newsletter is now available for download!  Please use the link below to view the newsletter.

http://www.goldenislesemmaus.org/docs/May2008News.pdf

Melinda Hollington
Golden Isles Walk to Emmaus

Dear Emmaus/Chrysalis Community,

You’re invited to… Emmaus/Chrysalis By The Sea!

Who:  Families and Individuals.  Open to all persons, whether they have attended a Walk to Emmaus, Chrysalis or Journey weekend or not.
What:  Third Annual Regional Emmaus/Chrysalis Gathering
When:  August 30-September 1, 2008
Where:  Epworth By The Sea on St. Simons Island, GA
Why:  God is providing a wonderful opportunity for the Emmaus/Chrysalis Communities to gather for Praise and Worship, spiritual renewal, fellowship with family and friends in Christ and the opportunity to enhance our ministry through the Walk to Emmaus! 

• You will learn about sponsorship and team selections
• Sing wonderful Praise and Worship Music
• Hear inspiring 4th Day Talks
• Keynote speakers from your Regional Directors
• Take part in breakout groups on sponsorship, spiritual growth in the fourth day, clergy qualifications, leading worship music, team selection/team formation, and learn all about the importance of Chrysalis. 
• You don’t want to miss out on our yummy Labor Day picnic under the majestic oak tress on Epworth’s beautiful grounds.
• LOTS MORE!!!!!

How:  Check out the brochure and fill out the online registration form.

Epworth By The Sea Website

View all Motel Accommodations

*Please click on the forward link at the bottom of this email to send to your friends in the Emmaus/Chrysalis Community.

Sponsored by:  The Regional Walk To Emmaus Communities

Child care is provided for children 5 years and under during sessions.

We look forward to seeing you!

May God grant you traveling mercies!

“Epworth By The Sea has been built with the hope that through Christian atmosphere, friendly fellowship, and spiritual dedication this may be a place where many shall purpose to make Jesus Christ supreme.”

~ Bishop Arthur J. Moore

Ministering To The World Since 1950

Located on the banks of the historic Frederica River, Epworth By The Sea is a ministry owned and operated by the South Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church. The property was purchased on October 29, 1949 and the gates opened in 1950.

One of the finest Christian Retreat Centers in the Southeast, Epworth is a hospitality ministry open to all whose goals are consistent with its mission which is “to provide a Christian place for worship, study and fellowship.”