History

Widowed Friends was formed under the auspices of the Archdiocese of Detroit, Office for Family Life, after the need for a support group exclusively for widowed men and women, was identified at a retreat held in 2002. Several months later Widowed Friends Ministry was founded by Patricia Rom, Mary Block and Shirley Coster.  Mary Block and the late Patricia Rom were appointed to co-lead this volunteer peer group.  Since then membership has grown at a rapid pace throughout the Archdiocese of Detroit.  Many chairpersons and committees help support this ministry.

Objective

Widowed Friends offers an opportunity for social, spiritual, educational and grief support. Participating in the Widowed Friends ministry, members are able to expand their circle of friends and ease the feeling of isolation that accompanies the loss of a spouse.

Mission

Widowed Friends offers widowed men and women of all ages, within the Archdiocese of Detroit, caring companionship and the opportunity for healing, spiritual development, education and wonderful new growth. Our enrichment activities meet a variety of needs to facilitate the journey from grief to a new sense of joy and purpose. Widowed men and women of all faiths are welcome.

Information

We invite you to learn more about our peer support programs by visiting the links listed on the left.

Invitation

We also encourage you to attend one of our events and find out why so many of us are experiencing a new sense of fulfillment and purpose in our lives.