Tony Habashy and his daughter, Noel, saw a need for Christ-centered community. Ten teens gathered in their garage or backyard for monthly meetings.

As the meetings grew, they became known as “Iron Teens”. Based on Proverbs 27:17, they were an opportunity for teens to come together in fellowship and prayer in a welcoming environment.

After the Covid pandemic, all diocesan events and camps were canceled, creating a deep need for encounter opportunities among teens. That Summer, the first camp was held.

Awaken began In the year of the Eucharist. Awaken is a night of adoration, praise, and worship, followed by dance. Starting in January, these gatherings occurred monthly alongside the Iron Teens Meetings

After squeezing over 70 teens in the Habashy’s garage, it became evident that a new location was necessary, and the Lord opened the doors for the catacombs building.

In 2023, Emmaus achieved official non-profit status and was officially recognized within the Wichita Diocese with the blessing of Bishop Kemme. The ministry continues to lean on the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

patron Saint Of Young Catholics

Saint Pope John Paul II's passion for bringing the future of The Church, the youth, to his beloved Christ has impacted the lives of youth by urging them to give their lives to God and to never give up hope.

Patron Saint Of Missions

In living “The Little Way” by which she sought to attain eternal life with Christ, St. Thérèse performed small acts with great love, hidden from others, in order to give glory to God alone. She taught that we are to do “ordinary things with extraordinary love.”

Our Blessed Mother

Our Lady Of Guadalupe, in her very being, is missionary. She sought out those who didn't know her Son and set millions of souls on fire for Jesus. Let us always call on our patroness when we struggle in our efforts as missionary-disciples.