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Emmanuel House
Emmanuel House was established in order to provide full-time volunteers with a place to live in community with others who are sharing a similar experience during their time of service at Christ House. It is a warm, comfortable place for volunteers to call home. The community atmosphere offers freedom for individuals to express feelings, desires, goals and opinions while practicing callings towards simplicity and stewardship. It is a place where people sharing common experiences can come together for renewal while still having the freedom to build relationships with groups outside of the Emmanuel House community.
Emmanuel House, which is conveniently located less than 1 block from Christ House, is a large row house in the Adams Morgan neighborhood of DC. It consists of a basement apartment, two main floors and an attic studio apartment. The basement apartment is occupied by a full-time Christ House staff member while volunteers occupy the rest of the house.
The Adams Morgan neighborhood is home to a large number of ethnic restaurants, shops, stores and the National Zoo. Although the area is a lively, urban neighborhood, one can find quiet and solitude three blocks away in Rock Creek Park. A long paved trail winds through the park and is ideal for those who enjoy walking, running or cycling. Many other unpaved trails wind through the park for hiking. Within easy walking distance are several Metro bus and rail stations for transportation around the greater DC area.
As an intentional community comprised of individuals of different faiths and beliefs, house members meet every Wednesday evening for a meal, prayer or reflection, and a shared activity. These 'Community Night' evenings provide a structured means for Christ House volunteers to share their experiences with their housemates, to discuss relevant issues of social justice, and to challenge each other to grow in a supportive environment. Naturally, unstructured activities occur throughout the week, creating additional opportunities to build community.
