We meet every Sunday. Our doors open at 10:00 am and mass begins at 10:30 am. We are located in the Sacred Space at First Christian Church in Olympia. (701 Franklin Street Southeast, Olympia, WA 98501). Parking is available on the streets around the Church, and also check out parking at the Library. Note that First Christian also holds its services at 10:30 am. We are now celebrating hybrid masses — both in person and on Zoom. Email bishopkedda@emmaus-ecc.org for the Zoom link.
Join us and experience a wonderful way of being Catholic! Celebrating God’s wonderful diversity.
Community Meetings: As for business, we like to take care of that on Sundays, too. We usually meet right after celebrating liturgy on the third Sundays of the month. Our leadership style is collaborative, as we believe in shared leadership. All members may participate in the decision-making process, and in fact are encouraged to share their wisdom with each other. For ECC having the full participation of lay members in decision making is essential. See Quaker Decision-Making Process This process is very good for those truly important decisions.
Pastoral Leadership Team: This small group of members look ahead and help prepare the agenda for our community meetings.
Administration: We have a Treasurer and a Secretary, and a few of us take care of the little things that come up between meetings and will consult with other members by email or phone when necessary.
GOOD SHEPHERD MINISTRY: We have a ministry that is headed by Fr. David Gerardot. Find out more about it HERE.
Here is what people say they like about our Emmaus ECC community:
“It answers the longing I have felt throughout my life.”
“Wonderful Priest”
“Lovely Music”
“Inclusiveness”
“I found a home here.”
“It feeds the longing in my soul.”
“The Church promotes a depth of understanding, intimacy, and connection.”
“It is Catholicism the way I have always wanted it to be.”
“This is a safe harbor.”
“It’s wonderful praying with like-minded people.”
“Spiritually nutritious”
“The constant message is peace.”
“Everyone here matters and everyone can have a purpose.”
“It’s a community that talks the talk and walks the walk.”
“It’s an authentic, loving, kind group.
“We are a prophetic Church.”
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