The 18th Sisters Home Visitors of Mary Gala was held at St. John’s Armenian Cultural Center  in Southfield, MI, on October 12, 2025.  It was both enjoyable and successful!  We celebrate and offer special thanks to those who support the SHVM ministries which continue to thrive because of you your generosity … serving children in schools, providing legal services to the poor, offering Pastoral and Spiritual formation.  

The Home Visitors acknowledge Beatrice Cochran.  1929 – 2025

During more than ten years as chairperson of our SHVM Fundraising committee, Bea was dedicated to supporting the HVM Nigerian mission which has grown by more than 25 sisters!  She was a source of pride and uplifting sprit for so many.  Thank you Lord for blessing us with this wonderful woman.

Bea Cochrane

Photos below from wonderful 18th Gala!

Assembly at St. John’s Armenian Cultural Center

Lift Up Our Hearts With Song. Detroit Catholic Choir, Directed by Marjorie Gabriel-Burrow

Friend Mario in Nigerian attire

Presentation to Kevin Piecuch. L to R: … Sr. Clare, Melissa Blevender, Kevin Piecuch, Hugh Buchanan

Sr. Clare Emeroum, Administrator of HVM

Kevin Piecuch, Founder and CEO of Southwest Detroit Immigrant and Refugee Center

Raffle prizes supporting the Sisters missions.

I Like To Feel Like Dancing!

A lesson for All!

Sisters Home Visitors of Mary extend heartfelt thanks to our Fundraising Committee: Diane Anderson, Melisa Belevender, Loretta DeLoach, Ed Etim, Martha Lum, Jean Vernetta Merrill, Samuel Onyene, Marian Ostrowski, James Smith, Christine Wolsyk.

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Upcoming St. James Parish Event:  Proceeds support Sisters Home Visitors of Mary Nigeria schools.  Scan QR Code below for tickets.

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If you love me … feed my flock.  

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