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. Walk Ins are welcome. Meetings take place in the Spiritual Center Room D, entrance #4

This group is for high school aged girls discerning their vocation. For more information, email Jessica Hayes at: jessicahayes@saintv.org.

Parents and children, not enrolled in St. Vincent's School are welcome to join us monthly for our Families Living Faith sessions. These take place on Sunday from 3-4:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. (But you don't have to attend both.) While students meet in age-appropriate classrooms for catechesis, parents will explore topics of faith through presentations and group discussions. Please register on the website to attend and contact Debbie Blackburn, debbieblackburn@saintv.org, for any questions:

All high schoolers are welcome to join our weekly gatherings at The Well for a time of fun, food, prayer and formation. The Well is a place where teens will encounter Jesus, be formed as disciples and be sent out as missionaries. No sign up is needed.

Everyone in the parish is invited for a Night of Praise & Worship, and Prayer. This evening is open to all! We will have light refreshments starting at 6. The ministry night will begin at 6:30. Bring a friend and come pray with us.

This meeting is open to WOMEN ONLY. AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. Meets in room G in the Spiritual Center, enter through Door #4.

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.

American Heritage Girls is a Christ-centered, non-profit, character development program for girls ages 5 - 18 years old dedicated to its mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. We meet weekly on Mondays. For more information on AHG at Saint Vincent's, contact: Desiree Gunkel: desireegunkel@gmail.com, 450-6570 Melissa Cass: mjanecass@gmail.com, 403-7922

REFuel Night of Lights are for our Religious Education 7th and 8th graders and their parents. Nights of Light are part of sacramental preparation for Confirmation. 7th graders meet in the Spiritual Center and 8th graders meet in the Life Center.

Join us for a night of feasting before the season of Lent begins!

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 mgschmidt5@comcast.net.

The Shepherds of Christ gather once a week to pray for our priests as well as all persons considering their vocation to priesthood, religious life, single or married state. A manual that consists of prayers such as the rosary, litanies, and consecration prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary is used regularly. The usual meeting time is Tuesday at 4:30 pm in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. For more information, contact Judy Kruk: 260-637-3238

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

Baptism is a great joy for our entire community. The baptismal process helps both parents, godparents and children to grow in their faith and love for Jesus Christ. It’s never too early too early to begin preparing for the baptism of your child. Contact Solitaire Hile, solitairehile@saintv.org, to register. For more on the sacrament of baptism, including the sacrament for children 7 years and older and adults, visit our Baptism page.

The Catholic Church rejoices every time a person decides to undertake the process to become Catholic. We welcome you and we are here to help answer all those questions that might result from the call that God is inviting you to follow. Please contact Cindy Black (cindyblack@saintv.org) to see how we may best accompany you on your journey.

AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.  The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.  Meets in room G in the Spiritual Center, enter through Door #4.

On the 5th day of March will fall Ash Wednesday, and the beginning of the fast of the most sacred Lenten season.

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, anncorinnelushis@gmail.com

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

Parents and children, not enrolled in St. Vincent's School are welcome to join us monthly for our Families Living Faith sessions. These take place on Sunday from 3-4:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. (But you don't have to attend both.) While students meet in age-appropriate classrooms for catechesis, parents will explore topics of faith through presentations and group discussions. Please register on the website to attend and contact Debbie Blackburn, debbieblackburn@saintv.org, for any questions.

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 (Room A) from September through May. For more information, please contact Carol Stopher: 260-489-1796.

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).

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.

During the season of Lent, Mass will be offered in the Main Church at 5:30 p.m., followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30 p.m.

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. Walk Ins are welcome. Meetings take place in the Spiritual Center Room D, entrance #4

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, email staugustinefwsb@gmail.com or visit the website.

Parents and children, not enrolled in St. Vincent's School are welcome to join us monthly for our Families Living Faith sessions. These take place on Sunday from 3-4:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. (But you don't have to attend both.) While students meet in age-appropriate classrooms for catechesis, parents will explore topics of faith through presentations and group discussions. Please register on the website to attend and contact Debbie Blackburn, debbieblackburn@saintv.org, for any questions:

This meeting is open to WOMEN ONLY. AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. Meets in room G in the Spiritual Center, enter through Door #4.

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: sheilaburns@saintv.org or (260) 489-3537

American Heritage Girls is a Christ-centered, non-profit, character development program for girls ages 5 - 18 years old dedicated to its mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. We meet weekly on Mondays. For more information on AHG at Saint Vincent's, contact: Desiree Gunkel: desireegunkel@gmail.com, 450-6570 Melissa Cass: mjanecass@gmail.com, 403-7922

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 2nd & 4th 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; reneebryon@aol.com

All 7th and 8th graders are welcome to join our weekly Edge nights for a time of fun, food, prayer and formation. At Edge, youth will encounter Jesus, be formed as disciples and be sent out as missionaries. You will join a small group, which will become your group each week that you come. No sign up is needed initially, but please sign up eventually at saintv.org/edge.

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 mgschmidt5@comcast.net.

The Shepherds of Christ gather once a week to pray for our priests as well as all persons considering their vocation to priesthood, religious life, single or married state. A manual that consists of prayers such as the rosary, litanies, and consecration prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary is used regularly. The usual meeting time is Tuesday at 4:30 pm in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. For more information, contact Judy Kruk: 260-637-3238

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

Baptism is a great joy for our entire community. The baptismal process helps both parents, godparents and children to grow in their faith and love for Jesus Christ. It’s never too early too early to begin preparing for the baptism of your child. Contact Solitaire Hile, solitairehile@saintv.org, to register. For more on the sacrament of baptism, including the sacrament for children 7 years and older and adults, visit our Baptism page.

The Bereavement Support Group helps individuals who have experienced a loss to understand the process of grief and mourning, normalize feelings, and facilitate the healing process in a Catholic setting. Our group provides a safe place to express feelings and share experiences by offering companionship for the journey of grief. In a time of loss, it is important to know that there is a place where you can be with others who understand your pain. Support group sessions meet for seven weeks. Your loss need not be recent for the sessions to be helpful. For more information, contact: Jill Houlihan: houlio2b@gmail.com; 260-437-6752

The Catholic Church rejoices every time a person decides to undertake the process to become Catholic. We welcome you and we are here to help answer all those questions that might result from the call that God is inviting you to follow. Please contact Cindy Black (cindyblack@saintv.org) to see how we may best accompany you on your journey.

AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.  The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.  Meets in room G in the Spiritual Center, enter through Door #4.

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, anncorinnelushis@gmail.com

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

Parents and children, not enrolled in St. Vincent's School are welcome to join us monthly for our Families Living Faith sessions. These take place on Sunday from 3-4:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. (But you don't have to attend both.) While students meet in age-appropriate classrooms for catechesis, parents will explore topics of faith through presentations and group discussions. Please register on the website to attend and contact Debbie Blackburn, debbieblackburn@saintv.org, for any questions.

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 (Room A) from September through May. For more information, please contact Carol Stopher: 260-489-1796.

Kingdom Builders invites all women to claim their inheritance of peace and joy at one of our monthly gatherings. Each gathering contains an inspirational teaching and Eucharistic Adoration. Kingdom Builders meetings from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the church on the second Thursday of each month.

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.

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. For more information, please contact Allie @ (260) 433-0630 or alliewrowe@gmail.com.

Enjoy dine-in or carry-out fish prepared by the St. Vincent's Boy Scouts troop.

During the season of Lent, Mass will be offered in the Main Church at 5:30 p.m., followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30 p.m.

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. Walk Ins are welcome. Meetings take place in the Spiritual Center Room D, entrance #4

A ministry for high school boys who are discerning their vocation.

At St. Vincent's, preparing for Holy Communion and Reconciliation takes place over the course of two years. If your child is not enrolled in St. Vincent's School and is in Grades 1 & 2 - these classes are for you! Parents accompany their child in the preparation. To attend these classes, please contact Debbie Blackburn, debbieblackburn@saintv.org

All high schoolers are welcome to join our weekly gatherings at The Well for a time of fun, food, prayer and formation. The Well is a place where teens will encounter Jesus, be formed as disciples and be sent out as missionaries. No sign up is needed.

Become the man, leader, husband, father, friend, and co-worker God is calling you to be. All men are welcome to join this ministry for men who wish to rekindle the fire of the Holy Spirit. Rekindle meetings are held on the third Sunday of the month in the Parish Hall at 6:30 PM for Scripture, catechesis, discussion, faith sharing, and more.

This meeting is open to WOMEN ONLY. AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. Meets in room G in the Spiritual Center, enter through Door #4.

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. Spiritual Center Chapel and Room A

American Heritage Girls is a Christ-centered, non-profit, character development program for girls ages 5 - 18 years old dedicated to its mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. We meet weekly on Mondays. For more information on AHG at Saint Vincent's, contact: Desiree Gunkel: desireegunkel@gmail.com, 450-6570 Melissa Cass: mjanecass@gmail.com, 403-7922

All 7th and 8th graders are welcome to join our weekly Edge nights for a time of fun, food, prayer and formation. At Edge, youth will encounter Jesus, be formed as disciples and be sent out as missionaries. You will join a small group, which will become your group each week that you come. No sign up is needed initially, but please sign up eventually at saintv.org/edge.

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 mgschmidt5@comcast.net.

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. For more information: Contact Rosemary Parent: 489-9491

The Shepherds of Christ gather once a week to pray for our priests as well as all persons considering their vocation to priesthood, religious life, single or married state. A manual that consists of prayers such as the rosary, litanies, and consecration prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary is used regularly. The usual meeting time is Tuesday at 4:30 pm in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. For more information, contact Judy Kruk: 260-637-3238

Baptism is a great joy for our entire community. The baptismal process helps both parents, godparents and children to grow in their faith and love for Jesus Christ. It’s never too early too early to begin preparing for the baptism of your child. Contact Solitaire Hile, solitairehile@saintv.org, to register. For more on the sacrament of baptism, including the sacrament for children 7 years and older and adults, visit our Baptism page.

The Bereavement Support Group helps individuals who have experienced a loss to understand the process of grief and mourning, normalize feelings, and facilitate the healing process in a Catholic setting. Our group provides a safe place to express feelings and share experiences by offering companionship for the journey of grief. In a time of loss, it is important to know that there is a place where you can be with others who understand your pain. Support group sessions meet for seven weeks. Your loss need not be recent for the sessions to be helpful. For more information, contact: Jill Houlihan: houlio2b@gmail.com; 260-437-6752

The Catholic Church rejoices every time a person decides to undertake the process to become Catholic. We welcome you and we are here to help answer all those questions that might result from the call that God is inviting you to follow. Please contact Cindy Black (cindyblack@saintv.org) to see how we may best accompany you on your journey.

AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.  The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.  Meets in room G in the Spiritual Center, enter through Door #4.

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, anncorinnelushis@gmail.com

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

Parents and children, not enrolled in St. Vincent's School are welcome to join us monthly for our Families Living Faith sessions. These take place on Sunday from 3-4:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. (But you don't have to attend both.) While students meet in age-appropriate classrooms for catechesis, parents will explore topics of faith through presentations and group discussions. Please register on the website to attend and contact Debbie Blackburn, debbieblackburn@saintv.org, for any questions.

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 (Room A) from September through May. For more information, please contact Carol Stopher: 260-489-1796.

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.

Enjoy dine-in or carry-out fish prepared by the St. Vincent's Boy Scouts troop.

During the season of Lent, Mass will be offered in the Main Church at 5:30 p.m., followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30 p.m.

St. Vincent de Paul Parish is a “Called and Gifted” parish! This workshop is offered twice/year, in the Fall and Spring. The Called and Gifted Workshop is an opportunity for each of us to deepen our relationship with Jesus and to discover God’s plan for our lives. In the Called and Gifted discernment process, you will learn that every lay Christian has been given a unique and deeply personal call to work with the Lord and that you have been given gifts (charisms) accordingly. Discerning your charism(s) will give you a new perspective on your life and will help you to be more fulfilled in your work, your volunteer activities at St. Vincent’s, and your own personal relationships.

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. Walk Ins are welcome. Meetings take place in the Spiritual Center Room D, entrance #4

Parents and children, not enrolled in St. Vincent's School are welcome to join us monthly for our Families Living Faith sessions. These take place on Sunday from 3-4:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. (But you don't have to attend both.) While students meet in age-appropriate classrooms for catechesis, parents will explore topics of faith through presentations and group discussions. Please register on the website to attend and contact Debbie Blackburn, debbieblackburn@saintv.org, for any questions:

All high schoolers are welcome to join our weekly gatherings at The Well for a time of fun, food, prayer and formation. The Well is a place where teens will encounter Jesus, be formed as disciples and be sent out as missionaries. No sign up is needed.

This meeting is open to WOMEN ONLY. AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. Meets in room G in the Spiritual Center, enter through Door #4.

American Heritage Girls is a Christ-centered, non-profit, character development program for girls ages 5 - 18 years old dedicated to its mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. We meet weekly on Mondays. For more information on AHG at Saint Vincent's, contact: Desiree Gunkel: desireegunkel@gmail.com, 450-6570 Melissa Cass: mjanecass@gmail.com, 403-7922

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 2nd & 4th 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; reneebryon@aol.com

All 7th and 8th graders are welcome to join our weekly Edge nights for a time of fun, food, prayer and formation. At Edge, youth will encounter Jesus, be formed as disciples and be sent out as missionaries. You will join a small group, which will become your group each week that you come. No sign up is needed initially, but please sign up eventually at saintv.org/edge.

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 mgschmidt5@comcast.net.

The Shepherds of Christ gather once a week to pray for our priests as well as all persons considering their vocation to priesthood, religious life, single or married state. A manual that consists of prayers such as the rosary, litanies, and consecration prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary is used regularly. The usual meeting time is Tuesday at 4:30 pm in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. For more information, contact Judy Kruk: 260-637-3238

Baptism is a great joy for our entire community. The baptismal process helps both parents, godparents and children to grow in their faith and love for Jesus Christ. It’s never too early too early to begin preparing for the baptism of your child. Contact Solitaire Hile, solitairehile@saintv.org, to register. For more on the sacrament of baptism, including the sacrament for children 7 years and older and adults, visit our Baptism page.

The Bereavement Support Group helps individuals who have experienced a loss to understand the process of grief and mourning, normalize feelings, and facilitate the healing process in a Catholic setting. Our group provides a safe place to express feelings and share experiences by offering companionship for the journey of grief. In a time of loss, it is important to know that there is a place where you can be with others who understand your pain. Support group sessions meet for seven weeks. Your loss need not be recent for the sessions to be helpful. For more information, contact: Jill Houlihan: houlio2b@gmail.com; 260-437-6752

The Catholic Church rejoices every time a person decides to undertake the process to become Catholic. We welcome you and we are here to help answer all those questions that might result from the call that God is inviting you to follow. Please contact Cindy Black (cindyblack@saintv.org) to see how we may best accompany you on your journey.

AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.  The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.  Meets in room G in the Spiritual Center, enter through Door #4.

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, anncorinnelushis@gmail.com

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

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 (Room A) from September through May. For more information, please contact Carol Stopher: 260-489-1796.

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.

During the season of Lent, Mass will be offered in the Main Church at 5:30 p.m., followed by Stations of the Cross at 6:30 p.m.

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. Walk Ins are welcome. Meetings take place in the Spiritual Center Room D, entrance #4

This meeting is open to WOMEN ONLY. AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. Meets in room G in the Spiritual Center, enter through Door #4.

All 7th and 8th graders are welcome to join our weekly Edge nights for a time of fun, food, prayer and formation. At Edge, youth will encounter Jesus, be formed as disciples and be sent out as missionaries. You will join a small group, which will become your group each week that you come. No sign up is needed initially, but please sign up eventually at saintv.org/edge.