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Campbellsville Emmaus The Walk to Emmaus is a spiritual renewal program intended to strengthen the local church through the development of Christian disciples and leaders. The program's approach seriously considers the model of Christ's servanthood and encourages Christ's disciples to act in ways appropriate to being "a servant of all." Read more They asked each other, "Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?" - Luke 24:32 Donate now

CAMPBELLSVILLE EMMAUS CANDIDATE APPLICATION (Please Fill All Blanks Of Application (With 'N/A" If Necessary) (Please provide all information requested or it could delay your acceptance. Spouses must complete a separate application.) Walk Number- #136 -Chris Wethington #137- Beverly Robinson #138-Jennifer Godsey Please Select One Fall Spring I Intend To Be Present For The Entire Walk To Emmaus (THU 6:30pm - SUN 4:40pm)* Yes No Candidate's Name* Full Name (As You WIsh It To Appear On Your Name Tag)* Phone* Email* Multi-line address Country/Region* Address* City* Zip / Postal code* Select Highest Education Level* Do You Have Medically Necessary Dietary Needs That The Kitchen Needs To Plan For? * Yes No ***We Do Not Provide Diet Menus Such As Low Fat, Low Carb etc.*** Unless It Is Medically Necessary. If Yes, Why?* Do You Have Heath Problems, Allergies Or Physical Handicaps That May Affect Your Attendance At The At The Walk To Emmaus? Yes No If Yes To Question Above, What?* Are You On Special Medication That The Walk Leaders Need To Monitor For You? Yes No If Yes To the Question Above, What? And When?* Name & Denomination Of Church Attending* Pastor's Name* In What Religious or Community Organizations Are You Active?* Have The Following Been Explained To You or Spouse? "Select Yes/No To The Following" Walk To Emmaus?* Yes No Follow-Up Group Reunion/Accountability?* Yes No Is Your Spouse Committed To Attending An Emmaus Weekend?* Yes No Possibly Later Has Been Already Candidate's Signature Drawing mode selected. Drawing requires a mouse or touchpad. For keyboard accessibility, select Type or Upload. Sponsor Name & Phone # (Where Sponsor Can Be Reached During Walk) Next

Camp Knifley serves as the primary home for the Campbellsville Emmaus Community, acting as a spiritual home base for their 72-hour walks, monthly gatherings held on the third Saturday of each month, and Sunday afternoon walk closings. Located at 12190 Knifley Road in Adair County, Kentucky, the camp is situated about 19 miles northeast of Columbia near the Taylor County border. The site sits within a rural, unincorporated community with a unique history; the original town of Knifley was actually relocated two miles north in the 1960s to facilitate the creation of Green River Lake. The surroundings and atmosphere of the camp are defined by their proximity to the northern finger of Green River Lake State Park. This area is characterized by heavily forested tracts, rolling meadows, and the scenic views typical of Kentucky’s Highland Rim. True to the "Emmaus" experience, the setting is quiet and secluded, offering plenty of open space and timberland to help participants remove distractions and find peace. Nearby landmarks include the Pikes Ridge Campground, which offers a swimming beach and hiking trails, while the city of Campbellsville is located about 20 to 25 minutes away for anyone requiring significant shopping or medical services. Because cell service can be spotty in these rural pockets of Adair County, it is highly recommended to download maps or write down directions before traveling deep into the Knifley area.

CAMPBELLSVILLE CHRYSALIS CANDIDATE APPLICATION Please Fill All Blanks Of Application (With 'N/A" If Necessary) (Please provide all information requested or it could delay your acceptance.) Walk Number Candidate's Name* Full Name (As You WIsh It To Appear On Your Name Tag)* Phone* Email* Gender* Male Female Multi-line address Country/Region* Address* City* Zip / Postal code* T-Shirt Size S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL 5XL Email (MUST HAVE- THIS IS HOW YOU WILL BE INVITED):* Parent's Name:* School:* Grade:* Do You Have Medically Necessary Dietary Needs That The Kitchen Needs To Plan For? * Yes No ***We Do Not Provide Diet Menus Such As Low Fat, Low Carb etc.*** Unless It Is Medically Necessary. If Yes, Why?* Do You Have Heath Problems, Allergies Or Physical Handicaps That May Affect Your Attendance At The At The Walk To Emmaus? Yes No If Yes To Question Above, What?* Are You On Special Medication That The Walk Leaders Need To Monitor For You? Yes No If Yes To the Question Above, What? And When?* Name & Denomination Of Church Attending* Pastor's Name* In What Religious or Community Organizations Are You Active?* What Extracurricular Activities Are You Involved In? I Intend To Be Present For The Entire Walk To Emmaus (THU 6:30pm - SUN 4:40pm)* Yes No Candidate's Signature Drawing mode selected. Drawing requires a mouse or touchpad. For keyboard accessibility, select Type or Upload. Next

ABOUT Emmaus The Campbellsville Emmaus Community is a local group dedicated to building a strong, supportive family of believers across Taylor, Adair, Green, Marion, and Washington counties. While based in Campbellsville, their mission is to bring Christians from all walks of life together to grow closer to God and to one another. The heart of this community is found in their 72-hour spiritual retreats called "Walks," held at Camp Knifley, where participants can step away from the world to focus entirely on their faith and find a sense of belonging with other believers. This community is powered by volunteers from many different local churches who believe that faith is meant to be shared. To keep this bond strong, they hold monthly meetings called Gatherings, which always take place at Camp Knifley. These Gatherings are a time for worship, food, and catching up, ensuring that the friendships formed during the retreats continue to flourish. They also host special services at local spots like Elk Horn Baptist Church and New Journey Church, which help spread their message of unity and keep the community active and growing throughout the region. A major part of their work is investing in the future by growing a community of young believers through Chrysalis, a program specifically for teenagers and young adults. By connecting people of all ages across county lines, the Campbellsville Emmaus Community creates a network of "reunion groups" where people can hold each other accountable and offer encouragement. This focus on constant connection helps turn a simple three-day retreat into a lifelong journey, helping people from different towns and churches grow together as one united family of faith. Camp Knifley You can mail inquires or donations to: Attn: Community Lay Director Campbellsville Emmaus Community Inc. PO Box 4155 Campbellsville, KY 42719 or email inquiries to: info@campbellsvilleemmaus.org Campground Emergency Phone Number 270-465-7282 (no answer leave message) EMMAUS REGISTRAR: Chrissie Posey 270-299-1119 CHRYSALIS REGISTRAR: Jessica Baker - 270-699-5782 Contact us info@campbellsvilleemmaus.org Campbellsville Emmaus Community PO Box 4155 Campbellsville, Kentucky 42719 CAMP KNIFLEY'S Address 12190 Knifley Road Knifley, Kentucky 42753 Campground Emergency Phone Number 270-465-7282 (no answer leave message) Limitation of Liability: The Campbellsville Emmaus Community and its Board of Directors make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information provided on this website. By using this site, you acknowledge that the Campbellsville Emmaus Community is not liable for any errors, omissions, or technical inaccuracies, nor for any losses or damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

CAMPBELLSVILLE CHRYSALIS SPONSOR APPLICATION Candidate’s Name (Just In Case Pages Get Separated): Please Fill All Blanks Of Application (With 'N/A" If Necessary) (Please provide all information requested or it could delay your acceptance.) Sponsor's Information: First name* Last name* Phone* Email* Multi-line address Country/Region* Address* City* Zip / Postal code* Where You Attend Church? Pastor Are You In A Reunion Group?* Yes No If so, what's the name of your group? Type "N/A" if it doesn't apply How Many Candidates Have You Sponsored In The Last Months? How Long Have You Known The Candidate? Are You Praying And Sacrificing For Your Candidate? Why Do You Feel That This Person Would Be A Good Candidate? The Candidate (is/is not) Physically Able To Participate In An Emmaus Weekend.* Is Is Not The Candidate (is/is not) Under Any Temporary Emotional Strain That Might Indicate His/Her Weekend Should Be Postponed.* Is Is Not I Know This Applicant (is/is not) An Active Member Of Their Local Church* Is Is Not Name Of Applicant's Of Their Local Church Will You Assist The Candidate To Get Into A Reunion Group?* Yes No Will You Bring Your Candidate To The Walk On Time (6:30 p.m. Thursday)?* Yes No Will You Attend: Sponsor's Hour?* Yes No Will You Attend: Saturday Night Candlelight?* Yes No Will You Attend: Closing Ceremony?* Yes No Can You Care For The Needs Of Your Candidate's Family Over The Weekend?* Yes No Are You Aware Of The Importance Of Minimal Contact With Your Candidate During The Weekend, Especially If The Candidate Is Your Wife/Husband? Yes No PILGRAM FEE It Is The Board's Desire That Each Pilgrim, Sponsor or Home Church Pay The Pilgrim's Fee. Payments Toward The Cost Can Be Made Prior To Walk Time. The Entire Amount Of Fee Is To Be Paid Upon Registration For Pilgrim To Attend Walk. Be Sure Your Pilgrim T-shirt Size Is Listed On Their Application. $100.00 TOTAL MUST BE PAID AT REGISTRATION TO ATTEND EMMAUS WALK. Parent Signature (For Sponsors under 18) By signing below, you acknowledge that you are the legal guardian of the candidate and that you grant permission for the candidate to attend the specified event. Your signature confirm your consent and understanding of this authorization. Drawing mode selected. Drawing requires a mouse or touchpad. For keyboard accessibility, select Type or Upload. SPONSOR RESPONSIBILITY WITH REGISTRAR DO NOT RETURN THE FOLLOWING PAGES WITH APPLICANTS. THE FOLLOWING ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL AND CHECK OFF LIST FOR THE SPONSORS: The following documents will be available once the application is submitted: Sponsor Responsibility With Registrar Some Question For Prospective Sponsors Sponsor's Checklist Sample Letter Requesting Agape Letters For Pilgrims Supply List For Pilgrims Submit

Community Gatherings 3RD SATURDAY EACH MONTH On the third Saturday of each month, our community gathers to celebrate the movement of God among us. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to connect as a family through worship and fellowship. All gatherings take place at Camp Knifley unless otherwise specified. The next gathering will be announced soon! 2026 WALK DATES Girl's Chrysalis #49 - February 19-22, 2026 - Dana Roney, Lay Director Boy's Chrysalis #50 - March 12-15, 2026 - Jason Hourigan, Lay Director Men's Walk #134 - April 16-19, 2026 - Todd Sharp, Lay Director Women's Walk #135 - April 30-May 3, 2026 - Kristin Adams, Lay Director Girl's Chrysalis #51 - September 10-13, 2026- Men's Walk #136 - September 24-27, 2006 - Women's Walk #137 -October 15-18, 2026 - Women's Walk #138 - October 29-November 1, 2026 - **Send-off at Camp Knifley** Walks will begin on Thursday evening at 7:00 PM (ET). The Closings will take place on Sunday at approximately 4:30 PM (ET) at Camp Knifley. There will be a Special Service (Chrysalis) at New Journey Church at 7:30 PM. Additionally, there will be a Special Service (Walks) at Elk Horn Baptist Church, also at 7:30 PM. To our Emmaus and Chrysalis Community, We hear your concerns regarding the decision not to publish names for upcoming walks and flights. After seeking legal counsel, we want to clarify that we cannot publish names on public sites, even with consent. Legal loopholes and safety concerns—such as domestic or custody issues—make public disclosure a significant risk. As a board, we must act as faithful stewards of those entrusted to our care: "Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be." — 1 Peter 5:2 Our priority is protecting the 72-hour experience for every pilgrim and caterpillar. We are currently working on the following: Community-Only Access: We are exploring legal, private ways to share Pilgrim names with the Emmaus community only. Chrysalis Privacy: For the safety of our minors, Chrysalis names will not be shared, even within the community. Sponsor Action: We ask sponsors to be diligent in gathering letters and encourage the community to attend weekend events to show their support in person. We understand this is a difficult change, but it was made prayerfully to protect our flock. Thank you for your patience and your grace. God Bless, The Campbellsville Emmaus Board

SPONSORSHIP: More than just filling out the paperwork SPONSORSHIp FORMS Download these documents to fill out and submit. Click on Icon to Download Application. Clergy Volunteer Sheet Volunteer Sheet Click on icon to download application for an Emmaus Walk Sponsorship is the lifeblood of each community. We all want a positive weekend to take place and the Pilgrim to start off correctly. Regardless how you were sponsored, we all need to consider how to and whom to sponsor. We really need to focus on the important details of sponsoring a candidate to an Emmaus/Chrysalis event. First consideration in sponsoring is prayer; you should be in prayer for the individual that God is leading you to approach about the Walk. If married, you should be willing to sponsor both husband and wife. Sponsoring even one person in the nurturing love of the community is a time-consuming activity. Will the added burden of sponsoring another person on the same Walk compromise your ability to be a good sponsor? Perhaps you could obtain someone to co-sponsor in order that all the responsibilities of sponsorship are adequately met. CONSIDERING SPONSORSHIP? Who Should you sponsor? Leaders in your church; those who used to be leaders (but are burned out); quiet leaders (those who work in the background and never seek recognition); your pastor (you need to be in your pastor’s corner rather than cornering your pastor); anyone seeking a closer walk with the Lord. Who should you NOt Sponsor? Non-Christians; those with emotional problems (the Walk is not an emotional fix); church hoppers; or those looking for the next “warm fuzzy.” Remember the Emmaus community is not a church and never meant to be or take the place of the Church. It is a tool to strengthen the Church. Christians share the Good News of Jesus Christ with the world and the Walk to Emmaus shares disciplining opportunities with Christians that will strengthen their walk with our Lord. Any potential candidate/pilgrim who is unable to stay the entire 72 hours of the Walk should be told that he/she should wait until a time when they can stay the entire time. AFTER THE WALK As sponsors we should be prepared to sponsor the Pilgrims during their 4th days. This means helping them get involved in their church, help them get into a accountability group or help them start one, and to become actively involved in the activities of the Campbellsville Emmaus community. It takes time, effort, and long-term commitment on your part as the sponsor to do these things; you should not expect someone else or "the community" to do this. The time gap between our Walk events is the period when most of the new Pilgrims fall away, primarily because we are so focused on the next Walk that we forget to reach out to disciple those who just joined the community. Maintaining contact and encouragement during this time after the Walk is vital to help them feel as if they belong, and ultimately to the strength of our community. Campbellsville Emmaus Community Inc. Attn: Registrar PO Box 4155 Campbellsville, KY 42719 We ALL make up the community and it is the responsibility OF ALL to sponsor well, to teach, and to train. Prayerfully consider your commitment to intentional sponsorship.

Girls' Chrysalis Boys' Chrysalis Click on Flight # for a Picture Flight #2 Lisa Wilkerson, Lay Director April 6-8, 2001 Flight #4 Tina Walters, Lay Director October 26-28, 2001 Flight #6 Debbie Benningfield, Lay Director May 3-5, 2002 Flight #8 Susie Wilson, Lay Director October 18-20, 2002 Flight #10 Natalie McVay April 11-13, 2003 Flight #12 Monica Hall, Lay Director October 10-12, 2003 Flight #14 Kellie Bland, Lay Director March 26-28, 2004 Flight #16 Debbie Nunery, Lay Director February 18-20, 2006 Flight #17 Helen Benningfield, Lay Director February 17-19, 2007 Flight #18 Lana Bay, Lay Director February 16-18, 2008 Flight #19 Dana Rafferty, Lay Director February 14-16, 2009 Flight #21 Jan Perry, Lay Director February 13-15, 2010 Flight #22 Bethany Shively, Lay Director January 15-17, 2011 Flight #24 Holly Wilson, Lay Director January 14-16, 2012 Flight #26 Robyn Netherland, Lay Director January 19-21, 2013 Flight #28 Courtney Wooldridge, Lay Director January 18-20, 2014 Flight #30 Lorie Richerson, Lay Director January 17-19, 2015 Flight #32 Paige Cook, Lay Director October 31-November 2, 2015 Flight #34 Kristin Sexton, Lay Director January 14-16, 2017 Flight #36 Jessica Baker, Lay Director February 1-4, 2018 Flight #38 Jill Shipp, Lay Director March 7-10, 2019 Flight #40 Elisha Rhodes, Lay Director March 12-15, 2020 Flight #42 Shajuana Ditto, Lay Director March 11-14, 2021 Flight #43 Sissy Corbin, Lay Director March 3-6, 2022 Flight #45 Deborah Andrejco, Lay Director February 15-18, 2024 Flight #47 Aimee Walker, Lay Director February 27-March 2, 2025 Flight #1 Tommy Corbin, Lay Director March 30-April 1, 2001 Flight #3 Marty Shields, Lay Director October 19-21, 2001 Flight #5 John Benningfield, Lay Director April 19-21, 2002 Flight #7 Greg Rice, Lay Director October 5-7, 2002 Flight #9 David Nunery, Lay Director March 29-31, 2003 Flight #11 Gary Jones, Lay Director October 4-6, 2003 Flight #16 David Nunery, Lay Director February 18-20, 2006 Flight #17 Jim Benningfield, Lay Director February 17-19, 2007 Flight #18 David Harris, Lay Director February 16-18, 2008 Flight #19 C.G. Collins, Lay Director February 14-16, 2009 Flight #20 Chad Shively, Lay Director January 16-18, 2010 Flight #23 Jr. Higdon, Lay Director February 19-21, 2011 Flight #25 Jim Ward, Lay Director February 18-20, 2012 Flight #27 Benson Sexton, Lay Director February 16-18, 2013 Flight #29 Ben Netherland, Lay Director February 15-17, 2014 Flight #31 Mike Richerson, Lay Director February 14-16, 2015 Flight #33 Ben Netherland, Lay Director October 31-November 2, 2015 Flight #35 James Shipp, Lay Director February 18-20, 2017 Flight #37 Michael Humphress, Lay Director February 17-19, 2018 Flight #39 Donnie Munford, Lay Director March 21-24, 2019 Flight #41 Bryan Hafley, Lay Director March 25-28, 2021 Flight #44 David McMahan, Lay Director March 24-27, 2022 Flight #46 Donnie Munford, Lay Director February 29-March 3, 2024 Flight #48 Drew Hayes, Lay Director March 6-9, 2025

Printable applications Please download, print out, fill out, then mail these documents to: Campbellsville Emmaus Community Inc. Attn: Registrar PO Box 4155 Campbellsville, KY 42719 click icons to download application Clergy Volunteer Sheet Volunteer Sheet

CAMPBELLSVILLE EMMAUS Clergy Sheet (CHECK ANY THAT YOU ARE WILLING TO WORK) Click Here Emmaus YAC Chrysalis REC Name* Date picker* Multi-line address Country/Region* Address* City* Zip / Postal code* Phone* Email* Gender* Male Female Are You Currently In A Pastoring Position? (Ex: Lead, Associate, Youth, Assistant, Children) If so, fill in here:* Church You Currently Serve/Attend:* City/State of Church:* Person In Leadership Who we Are Able To Contact:* Phone Number:* Date Of Ordination/License:* Performed By:* Upon Request, Can You Provide A Copy Of The Ordination Certificate?:* Yes No Date Of Clergy Training:* Trained By:* Place Number of Flights/Walks You Have Attended:* Are You Currently Active In A Reunion Group?* Yes No Name Of Reunion Group, Place, and Time: Please Mark Any Area You Are Willing To Serve: Spiritual Director Assistant Spiritual Director Agape Team Kitchen Team Dining Room Team Prayer Team Music Team Board Rep (If on Board) Special Music Logistics Coordinator Mark Talks You Have Given: Prevenient Grace Justifying Grace Means Of Grace Sanctifying Grace Obstacles Of Grace God Designs You God Loves You God's Gift To You God Sustains You God Empowers You Other Please Mark Areas Have Served On An Emmaus/Chrysalis Team: Lay Director/Assistant Spiritual Director/Assistant Table Leader/Assitant Agape Team Kitchen/Dining Room Team Prayer Team Music Team Next