Insititute of Discipleship and Evangelization

insititute of Discipleship & evangeliztion

Empowering disciples. Transforming lives

Welcome to our journey of faith and formation

VISION

A nation with catholic christians who have a vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ in the power of the Holy spirit for a new evangelization. Offers on-going formation to the laity in order to have a vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ and transformation of character in the power of the Holy spirit

MISSION

Emmaus centre exisists to contribute to the personal renewal of the christian life of individuals, families, parishes, dioceses and of society as a whole through holistic evangelization. We nurture disciples who lead with faith, integrity, and servant-hearted leadership.

VALUES

The core values are prayer, love, forgiveness, desire for holiness, intercultural, communiction, stewardship , teamwork and hospitality. inorder to offer a concrete response to the call of Mother Church through these Synods by offering ongoing pastoral formation to Catholic laity

Formation at the Heart of the ministry of Emmaus Centre Katikamu

Formation at Emmaus Centre Katikamu is a journey of encounter, transformation, and mission. We believe that disciples are not born overnight — they are formed through prayer, community, teaching, and lived experience.

Our Institute of Discipleship & Formation exists to nurture a deep personal relationship with Jesus Christ, shape character in the power of the Holy Spirit, and equip the laity to live the Gospel boldly in their families, parishes, workplaces, and society.

Here, faith is not simply taught — it is lived, discerned, and embodied.

long term formation

This is the long term program that targets Baptized and confirmed Catholics aged between 20-55 years old to attain growth in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ , discernment: seeking and responding to God’s will, One’s personal identity in Christ, One’s sense of unity; being integrated in Christian community, the Church, family of God. Self-leadership that is characterized by: responsibility, initiative, and pro activity i.e. break dependence mentality.

the path way focuses on

Personal relationship with Christ
Discernment of God’s will
Christian character formation
Community life and covenant spirituality
Leadership rooted in servant-hood
Evangelization and missionary discipleship

Short term formation

Each programme is prayerfully designed to deepen faith, strengthen understanding of Church teaching, and empower participants to live as courageous witnesses of Christ.

Faith Formation for Every Season of Life

Our Short-Term Programmes are designed to serve the wider community, parishes, families, and Emmaus entities through focused formation experiences lasting up to six weeks. These include;

Baptism in the Holy Spirit seminars
Marriage and family enrichment
Youth formation programmes
Parish leadership development
Catechetical renewal sessions
Healing and deliverance ministries.

come and see program

The “Come and See” Programme is a discernment experience for those who feel called to deeper formation but are not yet sure where to begin. It is an invitation — not a commitment — to explore whether God may be calling you to a deeper journey of discipleship.

help is our main goal!

ECK Formation exists to form and deploy missionary disciples who strengthen the Church and renew society. Through accessible pastoral training and sustained accompaniment, we equip Catholic laity to lead, serve, and evangelize. We welcome sponsors, volunteers, donors, and partners to join us in forming the next generation of faith-filled leaders.

meet Our Team - Formators

Guiding with Wisdom, Serving with Love

Our formation team consists of trained facilitators, spiritual guides, and leaders who are deeply rooted in prayer, Church teaching, and pastoral experience.Each formator walks alongside participants with humility and discernment, offering:

Formation Classes Over the Years

A Growing Family of Missionary Disciples

Over the years, our formation cohorts have grown into a vibrant network of alumni who continue to serve in parishes, schools, communities, and ministries. Our alumni remain connected through ongoing formation, Emmaus family gatherings, and outreach initiatives. Each class represents:

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