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Emmaus Institute for Biblical Studies

Lincoln, NE   |  https://www.emmausinstitute.net/

Mission

The Emmaus Institute exists to lead God's people to deeper conversion through a life-giving encounter with God in his Word.

Ruling year info

2019

President

Dr. Vern Steiner

Main address

3601 Calvert St. Suite 23

Lincoln, NE 68506 USA

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EIN

83-1313821

NTEE code info

Religion Related, Spiritual Development N.E.C. (X99)

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Our programs

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Certificate Program: Creation to New Creation

This is a three-year journey through the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation, culminating in a certificate of completion. Uniquely developed and taught at the request of Bishop James D. Conley, this program is designed to lead God’s people into a deeper personal encounter with our Lord through Sacred Scripture and to equip them for life and ministry centered in God’s Word.

Population(s) Served
Christians
Adults

Emmaus has researched, developed, and taught 41 original courses, each unique in its breadth, depth, and topic. Some courses dive deep into a small portion of Scripture, others cover larger swaths (even multiple books) of the Bible, and still others explore what God says about such relevant topics as the Eucharist, discipleship, and marriage and family.

Population(s) Served
Christians
Adults

Quarterly, half-day seminars on a selected and timely topic are offered at various parish locations around Lincoln and beyond. These short presentations are designed to serve the parishioners of the host parish as well as people from other parishes who are interested in the topic. They also provide opportunities for increasing the visibility of Emmaus among our Catholic and non-Catholic friends.

Population(s) Served
Christians
Adults

On a number of occasions, the Emmaus instructors are invited to lead, host, and speak at spiritual retreats of varying lengths and formats. With a focus on Sacred Scripture, retreatants immerse themselves in God’s Word and come away refreshed and uplifted.

Population(s) Served
Christians
Adults

Emmaus provides targeted education and consultation for diocesan priests and teachers on topics that are pertinent to their ongoing formation and ministry vocations.

Population(s) Served
Christians
Adults

Emmaus enjoys a strong partnership with Omaha-based Spirit Catholic Radio (KVSS). Projects include a monthly segment branded as “Emmaus Encounters,” frequent guest speaking on Bible interpretation, and voice recordings of daily audio Bible readings.

Population(s) Served
Christians
Adults

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How we listen

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.

done We shared information about our current feedback practices.
  • How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?

    To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To make fundamental changes to our programs and/or operations, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals

  • Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?

    We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We aim to collect feedback from as many people we serve as possible, We take steps to ensure people feel comfortable being honest with us, We look for patterns in feedback based on demographics (e.g., race, age, gender, etc.), We look for patterns in feedback based on people’s interactions with us (e.g., site, frequency of service, etc.), We engage the people who provide feedback in looking for ways we can improve in response, We act on the feedback we receive

  • What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?

    We don't have any major challenges to collecting feedback

Financials

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Emmaus Institute for Biblical Studies

Board of directors
as of 02/16/2023
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board chair

Dr. Vern Steiner

Emmaus Institute for Biblical Studies

Term: 2022 - 2023

Kay Lynn Kalkowski

Kalkowski Enterprises, Inc.

Bryan Van Deun

Van Deun Consulting

John Greving

Nebraska Wesleyan University

Joy Martin

St. Michael Parish - Lincoln

Msgr. Timothy Thorburn

Diocese of Lincoln

Board leadership practices

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  • Board orientation and education
    Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes
  • CEO oversight
    Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? No
  • Ethics and transparency
    Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes
  • Board performance
    Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? No

Organizational demographics

SOURCE: Self-reported; last updated 9/28/2022

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Leadership

The organization's leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity
White/Caucasian/European
Gender identity
Male, Not transgender
Sexual orientation
Heterosexual or Straight
Disability status
Person without a disability

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