Saint John Vianney Center

11/25/2025

Advanced Giving for GivingTuesday has begun!
Thanks to a generous $10,000 Matching Gift Challenge, every gift made now through Tuesday will be doubled to support our National Su***de Prevention & Education Program for Clergy and Religious.
Your early gift equips Church leaders with the training and resources they need right now to guide and protect the men and women they serve.

🎁 Make your early gift today
🎥 And watch a short message from our President & CEO, David Shellenberger, at the link below.

Thank you for helping us bring hope and healing to those who care for the Church.

Help us meet our $10,000 Matching Gift Challenge. This , support our Su***de Prevention and Awareness Program for Clergy and Religious.

11/12/2025

We offer our congratulations to Archbishop Paul Coakley and Bishop Daniel Flores.
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has elected Archbishop Paul Coakley of Oklahoma City as its next President and Bishop Daniel Flores of Brownsville, Texas as Vice President.

We join the Church in praying for their leadership, wisdom, and continued service to the People of God.

11/11/2025

SJVC had a staff celebration with the Wild West theme. We enjoyed the festivities with a delicious spread of chicken and cornbread, had the chance to pan for gold, do some arts and crafts, and take fun photos while dressed in our country garb.

10/24/2025

This week, we celebrated the hard work of our Spiritual Care Department!

Staff and residents had the opportunity to participate in the Spiritual Trail. An homage to the many paths we take in our lives, this was a peaceful space that ran through our facility. It provided all who participated moments of reflection and prayer.

Thank you to our Spiritual Care Team and all they do to provide a supportive and nurturing environment for everyone at SJVC.

10/23/2025

SJVC's Good Neighbor Initiative had a dog's day afternoon. Last Sunday, our initiative spent the morning with the dogs, cats, and incredible team at LaMancha Animal Rescue. We helped with dog walks and made sure puppies got to play!

10/22/2025

Earlier this month, SJVC volunteered at the Downingtown Fall Fest! Our Good Neighbor Initiative was able to share information about our organization and distribute plenty of giveaway items.

10/20/2025

This week, we celebrate National Spiritual Care Week (October 19–25, 2025)!
At Saint John Vianney Center, we honor the legacy and continued growth of Spiritual Care, a ministry rooted in compassionate listening, pastoral presence, and the healing love of Christ.

Join Jillian Tutak, MATM, Spiritual Care Advisor, and Sister Ann David Strohminger, OSF, MS, RN, ACC, Professional Consultant, for a heartfelt conversation exploring how this vital ministry has evolved from its early beginnings to today’s holistic, interdisciplinary approach.

Discover how faith, healing, and accompaniment continue to renew hope for clergy and religious who serve the Church.

Watch the full conversation here:

Saint John Vianney Center celebrates National Spiritual Care Week (October 19–25, 2025) with a meaningful conversation honoring the legacy and growth of Spir...

10/17/2025

Today, we gathered at Saint John Vianney Center for our Third Annual Day of Prayer for the Health and Wellness of Clergy and Religious. It was a beautiful day of prayer, reflection, and community as we considered the challenges faced by those who serve our Church and how we can better support them in mind, body, and spirit.
Watch the full program on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wb5ecEtsRAI

10/16/2025

Please join Saint John Vianney Center for our 3rd Annual Day of Prayer for the Health and Wellness of Clergy and Religious tomorrow, Friday, October 17th beginning at 9:00 a.m. (EST) Watch our Live Stream on Facebook, YouTube or our landing page

Our Day of Prayer for the Health and Wellness of our Clergy and Men and Women Religious was held on October 20, 2023. View the Mass here.

10/14/2025

On October 5th, SJVC staff participated in the Out of the Darkness Walk. Through our participation, those who walk show their support for su***de prevention and awareness. We were joined by family, friends, and thousands of others.

10/13/2025

Today we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day!

10/10/2025

🙏 Join Us in Prayer!

Next Friday, October 17, Saint John Vianney Center will host our Third Annual Day of Prayer for the Health and Wellness of Clergy and Men and Women Religious.

📺 Livestream begins at 9:00 a.m. with a morning filled with prayer, reflection, and discussion, culminating with Mass at 11:00 a.m.

We invite you to pray with us and share this link with the clergy and religious in your life. Together, let’s lift up all those who serve our Church with dedication and love.

💻 Learn more, view the schedule, and register here:
👉 www.sjvcenter.org/dayofprayer

Our Day of Prayer for the Health and Wellness of our Clergy and Men and Women Religious was held on October 20, 2023. View the Mass here.