Ministries

Armor of God presents a number of different events to help men pursue spiritual leadership, including monthly Spiritual Briefings which include a different speaker and discussion, workshops, retreats, and more.  A new recruit can join Armor of God at any time and stage in their spiritual journey. 

Learn about our upcoming events, past recordings, etc. on our website here.

Carpenter's Sons is a ministry of the Saint Vincent de Paul Society, serving low-income homeowners in the community with minor home repairs. Most projects are for older adults and persons with disabilities. This ministry meets weekly on Tuesday mornings in the Life Center, before departing in teams for the service of the day.   

If you are interested in volunteering with Carpenter's Sons, contact Mark Schmidt: 414-6109 or [email protected].

The Catholic Medical Guild of Fort Wayne is open to anyone in healthcare and will meet monthly for fellowship, prayer, and discussions. We meet at St Vincent de Paul on the third Saturday of each month at 9:00 am, usually in the Spiritual Center.  There is no need to prepare beforehand. Visit our website or call 260-222-6978 for more details or to get on our email list for events.

Communion of Moms is a parish ministry for moms of children newborn to 5 years old. Each month Communion of Moms hosts an informal playdate in the Life Center. Playdates are typically held on the first Friday of the month from 9:30am-11:30am.  
Breakfast and toys are provided. After the welcome and meal prayer moms and children can eat, play and mingle. 

This ministry is free; however, we ask moms to sign-up for each playdate so we have an accurate food count. 

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The Eucharistic Apostles of The Divine Mercy (EADM) is building the Body of Christ through its worldwide network of Cenacles. This guided study program for prayer communities includes the study of Sacred Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and the Diary of St. Faustina. Participants gather in local communities to learn more about God, the Holy Catholic Church, and their place in the Body of Christ.

Eucharistic Apostles of Divine Mercy meet every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel.

Harvest House is a group of people, age 55 and over, who meet to enjoy social, educational, spiritual, and community service.  Contact Carolyn Reith (637-6042) about joining.

Meets in the Spiritual Center Chapel and Room A

Holy League is Rekindle the Fire's monthly prayer group at Saint Vincent's.  It is a network of men united in devotion to the Blessed Sacrament.  All men of the parish are invited to join in Eucharistic Adoration, Confession, Silent Prayer, and Fraternity.  Holy League usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm in the church (rosary at 6:30 PM).

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Lunch ‘N Learn is a monthly gathering of people age 55 and over who meet to learn more about topics of interest, enjoy some hospitality, and socialize with others over a meal of delicious food.  Anyone age 55 or over is welcome to attend these events on the second Monday of each month from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm. 

RSVP is required for each Lunch N Learn to the Parish Office:  [email protected] or (260) 489-3537

The St. Vincent’s Prayer Shawl ministry is open to any parishioner who enjoys knitting, crocheting, or would like to learn.  The prayer shawls are given to people in need of comfort and prayer.  This group meets every three weeks on Tuesdays.  Prayer shawls are available in plastic bins located in the cupboard under the Welcome Center.  Instructions for taking one are with the prayer shawls.  

For more information: Contact Rosemary Parent: 489-9491

Seven Sisters Apostolate is a group of at least seven women who commit to praying for one priest, for one hour, one day a week, for one year before the Blessed Sacrament. 

"By strengthening the priest, you strengthen the whole foundation, you strengthen everything in the Church."  - Fr. Gerald Fitzgerald, S.P.

For more information, call the Parish Office at 260-489-3537

The Exercises are an in-depth spiritual formation program designed for those who have already been invested in their spiritual growth and now desire to grow deeper in their prayer life and personal discernment.  The retreat has 14-week and 35-week formats which are “closed” groups, meaning participants begin and complete the entire program and others cannot join until the next retreat is offered.  

Retreatants commit to daily prayer and journaling with scripture and the retreat materials at home as well as participation in a weekly group session. 

For more information, please contact Sarah Lane: (260)466-5244, [email protected].

Become the man, leader, husband, father, friend, and co-worker God is calling you to be.  All men, including former Christ Renews His Parish attendees, are welcome to join this ministry for men who wish to rekindle the fire of the Holy Spirit.  This ministry meets on the third Sunday evening of the month.
 
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The Rosary Society is an organization for women of St. Vincent’s parish.  Meetings are normally held the first Monday of each month during the school year and begin with the Rosary at 6:00 pm in the Spiritual Center.

For more information, contact Theresa Hughes: 260-637-3279.

WINGS is a faith-sharing, mutual support, and study group for women. The current schedule includes Wednesday morning meetings from 9:00 am to 11:00 am in the Life Center.  WINGS assists in monthly service projects throughout the community as well as faith studies and community.  Children are welcome. 

For more information please contact: Ann Lushis, [email protected]

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WINGS II is a specialized Small Christian Community that is geared toward the journey of the older woman for the following purposes: study and reflection on spirituality and theology, Christian service, and concern for each other in the faith community.  This group meets 9:00 - 11:00 AM on Thursdays in the Spiritual Center from September through May.  

For more information, please contact Carol Stopher: 260-489-1796

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Mary Smith: 637-6994  |  Margaret Schenkel: 490-8233

Volunteers carve and paint candles used for our baptisms as well as our Easter candle.  This group meets weekly on Wednesday evenings.  For more information, contact Mary Shoaff: 260-450-3203

Al Anon is a support group for loved ones of those suffering from alcohol addiction. The group at St. Vincent's meets on Thursdays in the Spiritual Center, Room G. Enter through Door 4. 

Al Anon Website

Catholic in Recovery seeks to serve those suffering from addictions and unhealthy attachments (including alcoholism, drug addiction, pornography addiction, sex and relationship addiction, compulsive overeating and food addictions, gambling addiction, codependency and the impact on family, and general fear, control, and anxiety). Catholic in Recovery to shares the Good News that God can bring about healing and recovery, even in the most hopeless of cases.

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Chronic Joy® is a support group for those suffering from chronic illness and their caregivers. The group provides a safe space for those experiencing the pain, anxiety, and isolation of living with chronic illness to connect, share and support one another. Chronic Joy meets on the 2^nd and 4^th Monday of the month, 6:30-8:00 in Spiritual Center Room G (enter through door # 4.) As there is no formal program, meetings are open to members attending as they are able. 
For more information, contact: Bryon Scott: (260)385-6386 or Renee Scott: (260)385-6387; [email protected]

Overeaters Anonymous is a fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength, and hope, are recovering from compulsive eating.  We welcome everyone who wants to stop eating compulsively. Our primary purpose is to abstain from compulsive eating and compulsive food behaviors and to carry the message of recovery through the Twelve Steps of OA to those who still suffer.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS WEBSITE

The Saint Augustine Men’s Group, a diocesan ministry, with chapters in Fort Wayne and South Bend, seeks to free men from the shackles of pornography and sexual sin to live according to God’s plan of chastity. For more information, please contact [email protected] or visit https://diocesefwsb.org/augustine/

Unbound Ministry is a safe, loving, simple, and reproductive prayer model that addresses areas of pain, sin, and weakness and leads us to lay claim to the freedom that is ours through our baptism.  It helps us personally and helps us help others to move beyond the spiritual obstacles that prevent us from moving forward in our relationship with Jesus Christ and with those He has placed in our lives.

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The Rescue Project is an 8 week event of great meals, engaging conversations and answers to life’s tough questions.

 During each weekly session, you'll gather for food, watch a video prepared by Fr. Riccardo and the team at ACTS XXIX and have conversations in response to what you've encountered. 

 The Rescue Project offers a way of seeing reality, and of making sense of the world, history, and life that is vastly different from the story our modern culture tells.

Learn where you're called in service based on your God-given gifts.   This workshop is scheduled on a Saturday each Fall and Spring.  

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These Men's and Women's weekend retreats are offered each Fall and Spring.  Christ Renews is a great place to make lasting parish friendships and find spiritual renewal.  Every parishioner is encouraged to attend as soon as you are able.  

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