New Horizon Emmaus Community
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About New Horizon Emmaus Community
In 2024, New Horizon Emmaus Community led six Walk to Emmaus weekend retreats and hosted 33 events at Amherst Christian Retreat Center, The Ark. Those events brought together 1,792 participants and included 11,917 meals. A gift supports a community where people gather for Christian retreat, worship, prayer, fellowship, and continued connection beyond the weekend.
New Horizon Emmaus Community leads Walk to Emmaus retreats and owns and operates The Ark, a retreat center used by Christian organizations across West Texas and New Mexico. Its work continues between retreats through monthly gatherings, pilgrim sponsorship, and organized prayer vigils.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Walk to Emmaus weekends
Three-day Christian retreats for approximately 30 to 40 participants, featuring Bible studies, fellowship, worship, singing, meals, and Christian-based motivational talks.
Amherst Christian Retreat Center, The Ark
A physical retreat site in Amherst, Texas, owned and operated by New Horizon Emmaus Community as a not-for-profit business.
Monthly community gatherings
Community gatherings held on the third Thursday of each month for praise and worship, fellowship, prayer for upcoming walks, welcoming new members, and a 4th Day speaker. Childcare is available.
72-hour prayer vigils
Prayer opportunities with 30-minute increments for pilgrims and team members during scheduled events.
About this work
Mission
New Horizon Emmaus Community is a Christian religious organization that conducts spiritual retreats for personal and community growth.
Who they serve
Christian retreat participants, pilgrims, team members, sponsors, and members of the Emmaus community. The retreats serve people from the West Texas and New Mexico area.
Their impact
- In 2024, New Horizon Emmaus Community led 6 Walk to Emmaus weekend retreats.
Need help?
How someone in need can access New Horizon Emmaus Community’s services.
Individuals interested in participating in a Walk to Emmaus can complete a pilgrim application and registration form, or be sponsored by someone in the Emmaus community. Sponsors are asked to pray and carefully consider whom to invite, answer questions before the walk, and bring the pilgrim to the event.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles New Horizon Emmaus Community has shared.
Volunteer opportunities
- Sponsor a pilgrim by praying before and during the walk, answering questions before the walk, and bringing the pilgrim to the event.
- Serve on Emmaus weekend teams and help with the experience for pilgrims.
- Participate in the 72-hour prayer vigil by signing up for a 30-minute prayer increment.
- Pray for teams and pilgrims on upcoming walks.
Partners & funders
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
What takes place during a Walk to Emmaus weekend?
Participants stay overnight, share meals, take part in Bible studies and fellowship, worship and sing together, and hear Christian-based motivational talks.
How long is a Walk to Emmaus retreat?
The Walk to Emmaus is normally a three-day event. Scheduled walks listed for 2026 run from Thursday through Sunday.
How can someone sponsor a pilgrim?
A sponsor prays and thoughtfully considers whom to invite, answers the prospective pilgrim’s questions before the walk, and brings that person to the event.
When are the community gatherings held?
Community gatherings take place on the third Thursday of each month. They begin at 6:30 p.m. with a potluck dinner, followed by worship, prayer, and a 4th Day speaker. Childcare is available.
How can someone participate in the prayer vigil?
During a scheduled event, people can sign up for a 30-minute prayer increment by emailing the Prayer Vigil Coordinator or using the prayer chart at a community gathering.
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