In the Guadalupe Province Communications Office, a typical week will bring 30 – 40 e-messages via the info@mothercabrini.org which is the ‘Contact Us’ link on the homepage of the www.mothercabrini.org website. We hear from people all over the world requesting prayers; asking for Cabrini relics, holy cards; or inquiring about the ministries of the Missionary Sisters.
Since the debut of the CABRINI film, last week the Communications Office received well over 200 emails from people sharing their reactions to the film. Many people wrote of their family’s lifelong devotion to Mother Cabrini and shared their own immigrant stories. Here is a sampling:
I’ve just watched the Cabrini movie and have read everything online; I am fascinated with this woman and her commitment to Christ. ~ A.S.
My interest and devotion to Mother Cabrini has been sparked by the movie “Cabrini”. When my brother was born in 1939, at birth his leg was wrapped around his neck. The doctors said he may never walk, and if that was possible, he would always have a limp. My mother worked untiringly with his leg and prayed to Mother Cabrini. He is five years older than me. I never remember him walking with any distortion or limp. ~ J.S.
Hello! I am reaching out to find out more about Mother Cabrini. My maiden name is Cabrini, but I know next to nothing about any familial connection. In the late 70’s and early 80’s my mother sought to trace any relations but was not successful. Unfortunately, as so often happens, all of my relatives who may have any knowledge have passed. I am honored to share this surname whatever the case but would love to know more about Mother Cabrini’s family. I do know that my ancestors came from the Lombardy region. ~ S.C.C.
Now that so many people have gotten a first glimpse of your foundress through the “Cabrini” movie, they are asking, “How can I get to know her better?” Please recommend some resources. ~ K.H.
We know that the movie Cabrini is moving the hearts of so many. ~ S.C.
Took my wife and son to see the Cabrini film. We loved it, and personally as a proud Italian American whose Great Grandfather came to NY in 1903, I cried some, too. ~ B.P.
The Communications Office has responded to everyone who has taken the time to write to thank them for their feedback and for sharing their own Cabrini stories.