News
Read the latest news from Emmaus below.
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21.07.08 Two more Emmaus Communities to open soon
New Emmaus Communities in Colchester and Preston plan to open their doors to Companions later this summer. After receiving the keys to their purpose built new accommodation at the end of June, "Emmaus… Read the full story
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08.07.08 Biggest and Best in Glasgow
On Saturday 5th July, Emmaus Glasgow opened its new 10,000 sq ft furniture store in the East End of the city on the site of a former supermarket. The latest Emmaus retail outlet will provide the opportunity… Read the full story
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08.07.08 Teapot Triumph in Paris
Representatives from six Emmaus Communities in the UK went to Paris at the end of June to participate in Europe’s biggest flea market. Emmaus Communities from all over the world converged on the… Read the full story
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12.06.08 When Jerry met Terry and Kerry
On 10th June, the eagerly awaited sale of model and actress Jerry Hall's dresses in support of Emmaus took place at Sotheby's. The event was organised by Kerry Taylor Auctions. Jerry Hall and Terry Waite,… Read the full story
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04.06.08 510 double-deckers a year!
World Environment Day is celebrated each year on 5th June and this year’s slogan is Kick the Habit! Towards a Low Carbon Economy. Emmaus projects share the UN’s vision of a low carbon future… Read the full story
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27.05.08 Former Social Exclusion Minister joins Emmaus
Hilary Armstrong, MP for North West Durham, has joined Emmaus UK as a Trustee. Following her responsibilities as Local Government and Housing Minister, Hilary held the post of Minister for Social Exclusion… Read the full story
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20.05.08 Jerry Hall undresses for Emmaus
Supermodel, actress and Emmaus supporter Jerry Hall is auctioning her glamorous wardrobe to raise money for Emmaus. As a lasting style icon, Jerry has enjoyed the limelight, but her generous gesture towards… Read the full story
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19.05.08 Paris, here we come!
On 22 June 2008, Emmaus vans from all over Europe will converge on Paris laden with furniture, art, and bric-a-brac. Why? They are bound for the Paris Expo for the 9th annual Paris Salon. Organised by… Read the full story
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22.04.08 Emmaus Companion triumphs in Marathon effort
Clayton Cutter, a Companion at Emmaus Leeds, rose to the challenge of running this year’s London Marathon for Emmaus. Despite being injured, Clayton finished the Marathon in just four and a half… Read the full story
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22.04.08 Sweat, tears and success for Emmaus runners
Nine brave men and women ran 26 gruelling miles for Emmaus in this year’s London Marathon. So far they have raised a fantastic £17,000… and counting! Clayton Cutter, Lisa Reading, Jade Reading-Bowler,… Read the full story
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21.04.08 Fantastic opportunity to take part in Emmaus Summer Camps!
In 2007, 420 young people from different countries participated in the Emmaus Summer Volunteer Programme, sharing in the life of 23 different Emmaus Communities. In 2008, there are opportunities in France,… Read the full story
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03.04.08 Fabulous items at South Lambeth April 12th launch
Saturday 12th April sees the official opening of Bobby Vincent House by Joanna Lumley, star of hit TV comedy series Absolutely Fabulous. Bobby Vincent House provides accommodation for 25 Companions at… Read the full story
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02.04.08 Terry cuts the turf at Oxford
On 25th March, Emmaus Oxford welcomed Terry Waite CBE, President of the Emmaus UK Federation, to its site in Cowley where he officially started the build of the new Emmaus Oxford Community. Terry sat… Read the full story
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01.04.08 On the Road for Emmaus
A member of the Emmaus steering group in Salford is doing the epic walk from Land’s End to John O’Groats to raise money for Emmaus. His challenge starts on April 1st because of the longer… Read the full story
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31.03.08 Tea and turf in Hampshire
An informal and fun turf-cutting ceremony was held at Emmaus Hampshire’s Bar End site in Winchester on 28th March to mark the start of construction of the first Emmaus Community in the county. The… Read the full story
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26.03.08 Emmaus eBay bear gets 15 minutes of fame!
Emmaus St Albans runs two successful shops but has recently branched out into eBay sales. The Community has received fantastic ratings as an eBay seller, with 100% positive feedback so far! A stuffed… Read the full story
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18.03.08 Cash For Cutlery Factory
Terry Waite, President of the Emmaus UK Federation, was presented with a cheque in aid of the recently opened Emmaus Community in Sheffield. Help The Homeless, an organisation which gives grants to charities… Read the full story
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14.03.08 Overflowing Emmaus support for World Water Day
Emmaus projects globally will celebrate World Water Day on Thursday 20th March. Emmaus International is defending the right to water for all, with an innovative project in Benin at the heart of its campaign.… Read the full story
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06.03.08 Founder of Emmaus UK receives his CBE.
Selwyn Image, Vice President of the Emmaus UK Federation, travelled to Buckingham Palace on 4th March to receive his CBE from the Queen. He was awarded the CBE in the New Year’s Honours List in… Read the full story
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15.02.08 Fabulous news - Joanna Lumley to officially open Emmaus' accommodation in West Norwood
Joanna Lumley, the famous actress of stage and screen will be making an appearance in West Norwood on Saturday April 12th to visit Emmaus South Lambeth’s Community. The star of hit TV comedy series… Read the full story
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30.01.08 Companion tells story on Radio 4
Emmaus Companion Graeme talked to Libby Purves on Radio 4's 'Mid Week' programme during Poverty and Homelessness Action Week. Graeme spoke very openly and frankly about how he came to be homeless and… Read the full story
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29.01.08 Terry Waite in Medway to launch the biggest sleep out in the country
At 9pm on Saturday 26th January Terry Waite said goodnight to 180 people who slept outside in cardboard boxes to raise awareness of homelessness. The giant sleep out in Chatham was organised by Kent based… Read the full story
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