About Military Veterans for Christ
Our Mission
Military Veterans for Christ provides military personnel (all active duty, reserve, inactive and retirees) with weekend spiritual retreats, access to faith formation resources, access to any and all federal government resources for dissemination of entitled veteran services and benefits, for involvement within their community through other activities, to develop a network of peers and for their personal healing and growth.
MVFC Veterans Retreat
If you’ve ever thought about going on a retreat but weren’t sure if it was for you… you’re not alone. Most of the veterans who attend our retreat felt the same way at first.
November 5–8, 2026
El Shaddai Ranch – Yorktown, TX
$220 per person
For both men and women
It’s time set aside to reconnect with Christ, to be around other veterans who understand, and to finally slow down and listen to what God may be trying to do in your life.
As you go through the retreat, you’ll start to realize you’re not alone. There are other veterans just like you, carrying similar things.
A lot of veterans come in unsure… and leave glad they came.
If someone or something has put this in your heart, don’t ignore it.
That may be God calling you.
Click here to register: Registration
Military Veterans For Christ Annual Breakfast Fundraiser & Silent Auction
Join us for a morning of great food, fellowship, and support for our local veteran community at the Military Veterans For Christ Annual Breakfast Fundraiser and Silent Auction.
This family-friendly event brings together veterans, military families, parishioners, and community supporters for a delicious breakfast while helping advance the mission of Military Veterans For Christ (MVFC).
For just $10 per plate, guests will enjoy a hearty breakfast featuring pancakes, eggs, potatoes, sausage, and a beverage. In addition to breakfast, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in our Silent Auction, featuring a variety of donated items and experiences.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: St. John the Evangelist Parish Hall
4603 St. John's Way
San Antonio, TX 78212
Women Veterans Enrollment Regional Summit
The VA Center for Women Veterans will be hosting the Women Veterans Enrollment Regional Summit – “Boots on the Ground for Boots on the Ground” right here in San Antonio.
Friday, July 24 – Saturday, July 25, 2026
7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
900 E. Market Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
This free event is designed specifically for women veterans from Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Arizona to connect with VA staff, enroll in benefits and healthcare, and learn about the many resources available to them.
Topics and assistance available include:
- VA Healthcare Enrollment
- Disability Claims Assistance
- Education Benefits
- Burial Benefits
- Housing & Homelessness Resources
- Caregiver Support
- Community Resources
- Connecting with VA Staff and Support Services
This is a great opportunity for women veterans who may not yet be connected with the VA or who want to better understand the benefits they have earned through their service.
There is no cost to attend. Spots are expected to fill quickly.
Vet Fest & Open Car Show
Military Veterans for Christ would like to share information about the upcoming Vet Fest & Open Car Show, hosted by the San Antonio Coalition for Veterans and Families (SACVF).
Vet Fest is a community-driven initiative created to bring together veterans, military families, organizations, and community partners in one family-friendly environment focused on connection, resources, fellowship, and honoring those who have served.
The mission of Vet Fest is simple:
“No One Left Behind.”
Saturday, July 25th 2026
Mission County Park
6030 Padre Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78214
Event Schedule:
- 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM → Car & Vendor Setup
- 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM → Presentation of Colors, National Anthem & Invocation
- 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM → Guest Speaker & Announcements
- 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM → Vet Fest Activities
- 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM → Car Show Awards & Benediction
- 2:45 PM – 5:00 PM → Vet Fest Continues
This event will feature:
- Veteran and community resource organizations
- Open car show
- Family-friendly activities
- Food and fellowship
- Opportunities to connect with veterans and support services throughout the community
We encourage veterans, military families, and supporters to come out and support this important community event.
New MVFC Partnership – Equine Activity Event
Military Veterans for Christ is excited to announce a new partnership with New Tactics, Inc. to bring our veteran community a free Equine Activity Event.
This event is designed to give veterans an opportunity to slow down, connect with others, and experience personal growth through equine activities in a peaceful environment.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Somerset, Texas
Free for Veterans
Limited to 8 veterans only
Note: This is for veterans only
New Tactics, Inc. is a veteran nonprofit organization dedicated to equipping veterans with tools for purpose, healing, and leadership. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with them and bring this experience to our MVFC community.
Please note that this is a hands-on equine activity event. Participants must be physically able to participate throughout the event activities.
Spots are limited and expected to fill quickly.
Help Us Place a Wreath. Help Us Keep a Promise.
At Military Veterans for Christ, we believe remembrance is not just an act — it is a ministry.
Every wreath placed is a prayer.
Every name spoken is an act of love.
Every moment of remembrance is a reflection of Christ’s call to honor, serve, and never forget.
This season, we invite you to stand with us as we honor our fallen heroes at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery through Wreaths Across America. These men and women served our nation with courage — now we serve them with gratitude.
Whether you are honoring a loved one, a fellow veteran, or a hero you never met, your sponsorship ensures that no grave is left without a wreath and no sacrifice is forgotten.
Ways You Can Participate:
Find a Specific Grave to Honor
Look up a veteran by name and sponsor a wreath in their memory:Search Graves Here:
https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/109410/fort-sam-houston-national-cemetery
Sponsor a Wreath Through MVFC
Support our mission and help us place as many wreaths as possible:
Sponsor Here:
https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/18742/Overview/?relatedId=14959
Prefer to Do It by Phone?
Marcelino will personally help you look up a grave and complete your sponsorship.
Call or text: 210-273-5976
A Word From Our Heart
We do this because Christ teaches us that no love is greater than to lay down one’s life for another. These heroes lived that truth. We place wreaths to make sure their legacy lives on.
Thank you for helping us Remember the Fallen, Honor Those Who Serve, and Teach the Next Generation — through faith, service, and gratitude.
