Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is one of the most cherished spiritual traditions in the Catholic Church. It centers on the heart of Christ as a symbol of His infinite love, mercy, compassion and sacrifice for humanity. This devotion gained particular prominence through the revelations received by St. Margaret Mary Alacoque during the seventeenth century. Jesus called for a greater devotion to His Sacred Heart, emphasizing His desire that all people come to know His mercy and love.
Mother Cabrini was among the saints who most deeply embraced this devotion. Her entire religious life was rooted in confidence in the Sacred Heart of Jesus and in the conviction that Christ’s love should be brought to those who were poor, abandoned and marginalized.
Mother Cabrini’s devotion to the Sacred Heart was the source of her courage and missionary zeal. Despite frail health and numerous obstacles in her life, she trusted completely in the guidance and protection of Jesus. She often encouraged her sisters to place their confidence in the Sacred Heart, believing that Christ would provide for their needs and direct their work. This trust enabled her to undertake remarkable missions across several continents and in many countries.
The spirituality of Mother Cabrini emphasized complete abandonment to God’s providence. She taught that the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a refuge in times of difficulty and a source of strength in moments of uncertainty. Her letters and writings frequently expressed confidence that Jesus would guide her missions and care for those she served. This profound trust allowed her to persevere through financial challenges, fierce opposition to the establishment of her ministries, and throughout her arduous travels.
Today, in a world often marked by loneliness, division and suffering, the message of the Sacred Heart reminds believers of God’s enduring love and mercy. Mother Cabrini’s life demonstrates that genuine devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is rooted in prayer and serves as a catalyst for action. Her life shows that Christ’s love inspires compassion, service, and a commitment to the dignity of every human being.
The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage kicked off on Sunday, May 24. Each of the perpetual pilgrims on the St. Frances Cabrini Route will be carrying with them a second-class relic of Mother Cabrini, a gift from St. Frances Cabrini Shrine in New York. The Shrine has committed to praying for the nine perpetual pilgrims — Cheyenne Johnson, Zach Dotson, Marcel Ferrer, Sharon Phillips, Eduardo Gutierrez, Angelina Marconi, Raymond Martinez II, Mary Carmen Zakrajsek and John Paul Flynn — until the six-week walking pilgrimage ends in Philadelphia on July 4, the 250th anniversary of our country’s founding.
Normally, this Rite of Renewal takes place during Holy Week at the Mass of Chrism in St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City, but given it is almost impossible for our resident priests and brothers to get to the Cathedral, we invite the Bishop to Cabrini so that this important liturgy can be celebrated in our own Chapel.
1 residents, staff and volunteers at St. Cabrini Nursing Home in Dobbs Ferry, NY gathered outside around our Peace Pole for a prayer service. With wars raging in various parts of the world and antisemitic and anti-Muslim rhetoric increasing in our country, and overseas, we wanted to gather to raise our voices in prayer for a more peaceful, just, respectful and nonviolent world.
St. Mary’s Parish in Lower Manhattan is celebrating 200 years as a parish. The parish serves our sisters at the Sacred Heart Convent. The week of celebrations began on May 16th, with a beautiful gala. The chapel and the basement parish hall have just been newly renovated. Fr. Tom Mctamara, the paster gave a brief history of the church which was built on the highest hill in the area by Irish immigrants. The evening was filled with great food and a lot of dancing.
academic journey. The gift recognizes students’ hard work and growth while also helping families prepare for senior year and the transition to college and future careers. The Highland Scholars Fund, based in New Orleans, is dedicated to expanding educational opportunities through scholarships and mentorship programs that help students overcome financial barriers.
Together, these milestones highlight both the remarkable accomplishments of Cabrini students and the continued community support helping shape the next generation of leaders.
Celebrated fifty days after Easter, it commemorates the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and the Blessed Virgin Mary, as described in the Acts of the Apostles. Catholics often refer to Pentecost as the “birthday of the Church” because the Apostles were strengthened by the Holy Spirit to go forth and preach the Gospel to all nations.
Last fall, the Washington Heights Community Choir began to rehearse at St. Frances Cabrini Shrine. This non-audition choir of 80 locals bri ngs joy, and a true neighborhood feel to the