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
Flags for Fallen Vets – In Honor of Memorial Day
Join MVFC as we honor our fallen by placing U.S. flags at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.
May 24, 2026
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209
We have 20 volunteer slots available, and you MUST sign up to receive detailed instructions prior to the event. Each volunteer will be assigned 20-30 flags to place.
This is a family event, so bring your spouse, kids, and family members to be part of this meaningful time of service together.
Let’s come out, serve with purpose, and honor those who gave everything.
Community Mental Health Summit & Wellness Fair
The South Texas Veterans Health Care System will be hosting their 12th Annual Community Mental Health Summit & Wellness Fair, focused on increasing collaboration to help prevent veteran suicide and strengthen veteran wellness throughout our community.
Virtual Summit
June 2, 2026
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Hosted through Microsoft Teams
The summit will include discussions on veteran suicide prevention, navigating VA care, and holistic strategies to support veterans and their families.
Wellness Fair
June 4, 2026
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Wonderland of the Americas Mall
4522 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio, TX
Military Veterans for Christ will be participating in the Wellness Fair as one of the community resource organizations and will have an information table available during the event.
We encourage veterans, family members, and supporters to attend and connect with the many resources available throughout our community.
Texas Women Veterans Day – Supporting Our Sisters in Service
Military Veterans for Christ is proud to support the Women Veterans of San Antonio as they host their Texas Women Veterans Day event.
This gathering honors the women who have served and continue to serve in our Armed Forces. It’s a chance for the community to come together, recognize their sacrifice, and connect with veteran-focused organizations.
June 6, 2026
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wayland Baptist University – Live Oak, TX
MVFC will be present with an information table, and we invite you to come out, support this mission, and help us spread the word.
If you know a woman veteran, invite her. If you support our veteran community, show up.
Click Here for the digital program of the event.
For more Information about the organization, visit their website: https://www.womenveteransofsanantonio.org/
U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony – In Honor of Flag Day
MVFC will be co-hosting a U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony in observance of Flag Day as we honor and properly retire worn American flags with the respect they deserve.
June 13, 2026
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
939 Waverly Ave, San Antonio, TX 78201
If you have U.S. flags that need to be retired, you can contact Marcelino at 210-273-5976 or email militaryveteransforchrist@gmail.com to arrange pickup.
All flags must be received no later than June 12th.
Our co-host will be providing the flag color guard and the invocation. Light refreshments will be available after the ceremony.
Come out and stand with us as we honor our nation and the symbol that represents it.
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.
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.
