A few words about Sponsorship...

1. First and foremost, the main reason for attending an Emmaus Walk is to develop and strengthen the individual's leadership in the local church.  It is not an evangelistic tool to bring persons into a personal relationship with Christ.  It is intended for those persons who are already Christians, those who believe in the basic tenets of the Christian faith.


2. Help the person understand the positive, dynamic impact the Emmaus movement is making on the Christian church all over the world.  Lives are being changed and God is moving in the hearts of people through the power of the Holy Spirit and The Walk to Emmaus is only on vehicle God is using in a dynamic way. If you expect to interest others, they must see revitalization in your life and in your response to God's call to discipleship.
   

In summary, here are the important points related to contcting individuals:

• Pray about whom to sponsor
• Wait for God's leading
• Be sure you are contacting Christians who belong to a church
• Use a personal setting to speak with people (your home or their home)
• Affirm the person's walk with the Lord
• Be open in your discussions.
• Testify to the changes in your life following your Walk experience
• Use simple terms and avoid Emmaus jargon
• Share that Emmaus is NOT a secret society
• Share the Emmaus does not take the place of your church
• Continually seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit