MISSION & PROGRAMS
Our Team’s Mission
Our mission is for the Christian community at large to capture the understanding that there is a group of people with intellectual and physical disabilities who have something tremendous to offer to the church.
We strive to develop our friends with disabilities spiritually while providing opportunities to serve and grow in their faith in Christ. We provide a place of belonging, where our friends can explore their gifts and grow in their self esteem. Our vision is to ultimately create a true Christian community that captures all types of people in its circle, of which our friends with disabilities are a vital, but often missing part. To hear more about our mission and the heart behind our work, we invite you to watch a brief introduction from our founder, Nick Palermo. Click here to watch the video.
EMMAUS INN MINISTRIES PROGRAMS
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True Blue - Pleasanton
True Blue is a welcoming club for young and older adults with disabilities. We meet from 4:00–5:30 PM for a fun and uplifting time together filled with music, games, laughter, and friendship. Each gathering offers a chance to learn more about Jesus and enjoy the joy of being part of a caring community.
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meet every other Monday from 4:00-5:30pm
2025~2026
Date: 11/17, 12/1, 12/8, 1/5, 1/19, 2/2, 2/16, 3/2, 3/16, 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/4, 5/18WHERE
Blue Oaks Church
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Jessie's Club - San Jose
Jessie’s Club is a joyful bi-monthly gathering for adults with disabilities. It’s a safe and welcoming space where everyone belongs and friendships thrive. Together we sing, play games, and share stories about Jesus—our greatest friend. Each meeting also gives us time to listen to one another, offer encouragement, and celebrate the unique gifts God has given every person. Jessie’s Club is more than an event; it’s a community where love, laughter, and faith come alive.
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meet every other Thursday from 5:00-6:30pm
2025~2026
Date: 10/2, 10/16, 10/30, 11/20, 12/4, 1/8, 1/22, 2/5, 2/19, 3/5, 3/19, 4/2, 4/16, 4/30, 5/15WHERE
Calvary Church of Los Gatos
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InnSiders Club - Danville
InnSiders is a welcoming club for young and older adults with disabilities. We gather like family around the dinner table, sharing a meal and life together. Our evenings are filled with music, games, laughter, and opportunities to learn more about Jesus. It’s a place to belong, build friendships, and grow in faith while enjoying the joy of community.
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meet every other Thursdays from 6:30-8:30pm. Dinner is provided.
2025~2026
Date: 10/9, 10/23, 11/6, 11/13, 12/18, 1/15, 1/29, 2/12, 2/26, 3/12, 3/26, 4/9, 4/23, 5/7, 5/21WHERE
Rolling Hills Church
1565 Green Valley Road Danville, CA -

Fun Life Club - Fremont
With games, skits, and singing, we celebrate the joy and adventure that Jesus offers as the truest friend. It’s a lively time to connect, have fun, and discover the life of friendship and purpose found in Him.
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meet every other Tuesday from 3:30-4:30pm
2025~2026
Date: 10/7, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/30, 1/13, 1/27, 2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19WHERE
FCSN Fremont Center
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Friends Club - San Jose
Friends Club is a place where people—both young and older—come together to build friendships and discover Jesus, our truest friend. With Him and with one another, we laugh, play, pray, and grow in friendship and faith.
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meet every other Wednesday 7:00 - 8:00pm
2025~2026
10/1, 10/15, 11/5, 11/19, 12/17, 1/7, 1/21, 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/18, 4/1, 4/15, 4/29, 5/13WHERE
FCSN South Bay
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Sparrows Club
Sparrows is a weekly gathering of autistic young adults and their parents/caregivers where we play games, sing and learn about Jesus. We also often do crafts while we encourage each other to be creative and share with one another. Sparrows welcomes individuals with different functioning levels. We celebrate birthdays and have various serving roles within the group.
Sparrows Zoom from 10-11
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meet every Wednesday from 10:00-11:00am
2025~2026
Date: every Wednesday.
No class: 9/3, 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 8/5~9/2
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Mingles Club
Mingles and their caregivers gather to socialize, learn, and connect. They meet in person every Tuesday afternoon from 4:30-6:00 pm. Activities include Bible stories, worship, music, snacks/conversations, and games/movement/art. They also enjoy special celebrations, field trips, and service projects. Serving roles empower individuals to lead and serve, and parents are encouraged to volunteer. A caroling team is formed to serve at senior facilities in the winter. Vocational skill training includes gardening at Menlo Church -Saratoga farm
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meet every Tuesday from 4:30-6:00pm
2025~2026
Date: every Tuesday
No class: 9/2, 11/25, 12/23, 12/30, 8/4~9/1WHERE
Valley Church
Building 6 student center
10885 N. Stelling, Cupertino, CA
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Recreation & Adventure
We lead our friends into adventures such as horseback riding, Disneyland trips, summer camps, and many other activities.
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Saratoga Pediatric Sub-Acute
Subacute Saratoga Hospital is a residence for 32 young people between birth and 22 years old who are severely disabled and most are on ventilators. We bring a presence there by spending time with kids and creating friendships with them to encourage them in their lives. We have also provided some events and activities in cooperation with the hospital staff.