Mother Cabrini Shrine was filled with joy as we celebrated the 80th anniversary of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini’s canonization. We were especially delighted to welcome members of the Cabrini University alumni community, who spent the weekend on pilgrimage, retracing Mother Cabrini’s footsteps and deepening the bond we share in her mission.
Our celebrations included an inspiring musicians’ workshop and concert with renowned Catholic artists Steve Angrisano and Sarah Hart, whose music invited all of us to encounter the Sacred Heart of Jesus with renewed faith and hope. Steve and Sarah also joined our Shrine choirs for both English Masses on Sunday, enriching our liturgies with prayerful music and joyful worship.
The weekend concluded with a moving evening featuring Fr. Greg Boyle, S.J., founder of Homeboy Industries, whose message of mercy, compassion, and human dignity beautifully echoed Mother Cabrini’s own commitment to those on the margins.
We were also grateful for the presence of our Missionary Sisters, who joined pilgrims, staff, volunteers, and friends in celebrating the mission we are all called to share.
Throughout the weekend, we were reminded that Mother Cabrini’s legacy continues to unite people of all backgrounds in faith, service, and hope. It was a joyful celebration of her enduring mission and of all those who continue to carry it forward together.