Faith

Faith in Allen County

Allen County is home to a diverse and welcoming faith community, reflecting a wide range of religious traditions and spiritual practices. Whether you are looking for a place to worship, connect, or serve, there are numerous religious institutions, faith-based organizations, and interfaith communities that provide opportunities for spiritual growth and community engagement.

Faith plays a meaningful role in the lives of many Allen County residents, fostering a spirit of hospitality, service, and togetherness. No matter your background or beliefs, you will find places of worship, community programs, and interfaith organizations that support spiritual well-being and connection.

Below are resources to help you find a place of worship, explore faith-based education, and engage with religious communities in Allen County.

Temples, Mosques, & Synagogues

Burmese Muslim Education & Community Center – Supporting the local Burmese Muslim community with religious and educational programs.
Congregation Achduth Vesholom – Indiana’s oldest Jewish congregation, offering worship services, cultural programs, and educational opportunities.
Congregation B’nai Jacob – An Orthodox Jewish synagogue providing a welcoming environment for prayer and study.
The Islamic Center of Fort Wayne – A mosque and community center offering religious services and educational programs.
Universal Education Foundation School & Mosque – A faith-based school and mosque dedicated to education and worship.
Indiana Buddhist Temple – A Theravāda Buddhist temple offering meditation and cultural teachings.
Omkaar Temple (Hindu) – A Hindu temple dedicated to worship, spiritual teachings, and cultural events.

Christian Denominations & Interfaith Resources

Directory of Fort Wayne Churches – A searchable directory of Christian churches and places of worship in the region.
Catholic Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend – A resource for Catholic churches, schools, and community services.
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America – Indiana-Kentucky Synod – Information on Lutheran congregations in the area.
Fort Wayne Baptist Association – A network of Baptist churches and ministries in the region.
The Chapel – A large non-denominational Christian church offering worship services, youth programs, and community outreach.
Blackhawk Ministries – A Christian church with worship services, small groups, and youth programs.
Interfaith Hospitality Network – A program that connects faith communities in supporting those in need.

Faith-Based Schools & Community Organizations

Bishop Dwenger High School – A Catholic high school offering faith-based education.
Bishop Luers High School – A Catholic high school serving diverse students with academic and extracurricular programs.
Concordia Lutheran High School – A Lutheran school focused on Christian education and leadership.
Blackhawk Christian School – A faith-based K-12 school focused on academic and spiritual growth.
St. John the Baptist Catholic School – A Catholic elementary and middle school in Fort Wayne.

Community Service & Faith-Based Charities

Associated Churches of Fort Wayne – A network of churches providing food, housing, and spiritual support services.
Catholic Charities of Fort Wayne-South Bend – Offering refugee resettlement, housing assistance, and community programs.
The Rescue Mission – A Christian-based shelter providing meals, housing, and recovery programs for those in need.
Mission Church Food Pantry – Providing food and assistance to families facing food insecurity.
Just Neighbors Interfaith Homeless Network – An organization offering housing and support services for homeless families.

Allen County is a place where faith and community come together, offering resources for worship, education, and service. Whether you’re looking for a place to worship, seeking faith-based education, or wanting to get involved in interfaith community service, these resources will help you find your place in the faith community.