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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.


Find Your Emmaus Club


A place to belong, build friendships, and discover the love of Jesus.

Our clubs bring adults with disabilities together for music, games, encouragement, and time with friends. Explore our East Bay, South Bay, and online gatherings below to find a club near you—or join us on Zoom.

Please register using our shared registration form and select the club you would like to attend.

All meeting times are Pacific Time.

  • True Blue - Pleasanton

    True Blue is a welcoming gathering for adults with disabilities. Through music, games, laughter, and time together, we build friendships and learn more about Jesus. Come as you are and enjoy being part of a caring community.

    WHEN
    Selected Mondays, 5:00–6:30 PM

    WHERE
    Blue Oaks Church
    7139 Koll Center Pkwy
    Pleasanton, CA 94566

    2026–2027 Meeting Dates

    2026

    • October: 5, 19

    • November: 2, 16

    • December: 7, 21

    2027

    • January: 11, 25

    • February: 22

    • March: 8, 22

    • April: 5, 19

    • May: 3

    Register for True Blue Club

  • InnSiders Club - Danville

    Come enjoy an evening of music, games, laughter, and friendship. At InnSiders, we share life together, learn about Jesus, and encourage one another in a welcoming community where everyone belongs.

    WHEN
    Selected Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 PM

    WHERE
    Rolling Hills Church
    1565 Green Valley Rd
    Danville, CA 94526

    2026–2027 Meeting Dates

    2026

    • October: 8, 22

    • November: 5, 19

    • December: 17

    2027

    • January: 14, 28

    • February: 11, 25

    • March: 11, 25

    • April: 8, 29

    • May: 13

    Register for InnSiders Club

  • Fun Life Club - Fremont

    With games, skits, and singing, Fun Life celebrates the joy and friendship we find in Jesus. Join us for a lively afternoon of laughter, connection, and encouragement.

    WHEN
    Selected Tuesdays, 3:30–4:30 PM

    WHERE
    FCSN Fremont
    2300 Peralta Blvd
    Fremont, CA 94536

    2026–2027 Meeting Dates

    2026

    • October: 6, 20

    • November: 3, 17

    • December: 1, 15

    2027

    • January: 12, 26

    • February: 9, 23

    • March: 9, 23

    • April: 6, 20

    • May: 4

    Register for Fun Life Club

  • Jessie’s Club — San Jose

    We’re excited to welcome you to our new home at WestGate Church! Jessie’s Club is a joyful gathering for adults with disabilities—a place to sing, play games, share stories about Jesus, and celebrate the gifts each person brings. Come enjoy friendship, encouragement, and a community where you belong.

    WHEN
    Selected Thursdays, 5:00–6:30 PM

    WHERE
    WestGate Church | Saratoga Campus
    Multi-purpose room (Room formerly known as ‘Old Nursery Room’)
    1735 Saratoga Ave
    San Jose, CA 95129

    2026–2027 Meeting Dates

    2026

    • October: 1, 15, 29

    • November: 12

    • December: 10

    2027

    • January: 7, 21

    • February: 4, 18

    • March: 4, 18

    • April: 1, 8, 22

    • May: 6

    Parking & Entrance

    1. Enter the church driveway from Prospect Road.

    2. Drive straight toward the building ahead, then turn right.

    3. Follow the building around to the left to reach the back of the church.

    4. The Old Nursery Room faces the parking lot.

    Register for Jessie’s Club

  • Mingle Club — Cupertino

    Mingle brings participants and their parents or caregivers together to connect, learn, and grow in friendship. Our Tuesday afternoons include Bible stories, worship, music, games, and creative activities, with opportunities for everyone to contribute and encourage one another.

    WHEN
    Tuesdays, 4:30–6:00 PM
    September 8, 2026–July 27, 2027
    Please see the schedule below for holiday breaks.

    WHERE
    Valley Church — Room 3180
    10885 N Stelling Rd
    Cupertino, CA 95014

    2026–2027 Meeting Dates

    2026

    • September: 8, 15, 22, 29

    • October: 6, 13, 20, 27

    • November: 3, 10, 17

    • December: 1, 8, 15

    2027

    • January: 5, 12, 19, 26

    • February: 2, 9, 16, 23

    • March: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

    • April: 6, 13, 20, 27

    • May: 4, 11, 18, 25

    • June: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

    • July: 6, 13, 20, 27

    No Meetings

    • November 24, 2026

    • December 22 and 29, 2026

    Summer Break
    August 3–September 7, 2027

    Register for Mingle Club

  • Friends Club — FCSN South Bay

    Friends Club is a place to build friendships and discover Jesus, our truest friend. Together, we laugh, play, pray, and encourage one another as we grow in friendship and faith.

    WHEN
    Once a month, following the FCSN Family Gathering.
    7:00–8:00 PM (tentative)

    WHERE
    FCSN South Bay

    2026–2027 SCHEDULE
    Our meeting dates are being finalized. Please register now, and we’ll email you the dates and meeting details once they are confirmed.

    Register for Friends Club

  • Sparrows — Online via Zoom

    Join us from home for a welcoming time of friendship, games, singing, prayer, and learning about Jesus. Sparrows brings young adults with autism and their parents or caregivers together to share, encourage one another, and celebrate each person’s gifts.

    WHEN
    Wednesdays, 10:00–11:00 AM
    September 2, 2026–July 28, 2027
    Please see the schedule below for holiday breaks.

    WHERE
    Online via Zoom.
    Please register to receive the Zoom joining details.

    2026–2027 Meeting Dates

    2026

    • September: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

    • October: 7, 14, 21, 28

    • November: 4, 11, 18

    • December: 2, 9, 16

    2027

    • January: 6, 13, 20, 27

    • February: 3, 10, 17, 24

    • March: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

    • April: 7, 14, 21, 28

    • May: 5, 12, 19, 26

    • June: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

    • July: 7, 14, 21, 28

    No Meetings

    • November 25, 2026

    • December 23 and 30, 2026

    Summer Break
    August 4–September 1, 2027

    Register for Sparrows

  • Saratoga Pediatric Sub-Acute

    Saratoga Pediatric Sub-Acute is home to 32 medically fragile children and young adults, ranging from infancy to age 22. Each resident has significant disabilities, and many depend on ventilators. We spend time with the residents, build meaningful friendships, and offer encouragement through a consistent ministry of presence. In partnership with the facility’s staff, we also provide special events and activities that create opportunities for joy, connection, and belonging.

  • Recreation & Adventure

    We lead our friends into adventures such as horseback riding, Disneyland trips, summer camps, and many other activities.