In the wake of the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24, the Cabrini Mission Foundation, together with the Guadalupe Province of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, has committed $5,000 in emergency relief to support those affected by this humanitarian crisis.
At 6:04 p.m. local time, a powerful 7.2 magnitude foreshock struck north-central Venezuela, followed less than a minute later by a catastrophic 7.5 magnitude earthquake—the most destructive seismic event the country has experienced in more than a century. Authorities immediately declared a state of emergency as communities were left reeling from widespread destruction.
Early reports indicate that more than 1,700 people have lost their lives, with over thousands still missing. Thousands of families have been forced to spend nights outdoors, fearful of aftershocks and unable to return to damaged homes.
Among those hardest hit are the educational and social service communities served by Jesuit partners, including Fe y Alegría Venezuela, a network of 39 schools reaching more than 21,200 children and young people through education, school meal programs, and other vital services. Supported by more than 3,000 staff members—including nearly 1,000 teachers—these centers are now facing enormous challenges as buildings have been damaged and operations disrupted.
In these critical first days, Jesuit schools, parishes, social centers, and community partners are conducting rapid assessments and mobilizing emergency assistance, including temporary shelter, food, clean water, healthcare, and protection for vulnerable families.
Through collaboration with local partners on the ground, aid is being directed where it is needed most to help families recover and rebuild. The Cabrini Mission Foundation’s contribution reflects our ongoing commitment to stand with those in crisis and to answer Mother Cabrini’s call to serve the most vulnerable.
As this tragedy continues to unfold, we ask for prayers for the people of Venezuela and for all those working tirelessly to bring hope and healing in the midst of devastation. 
There’s something special about baseball that can bring people together. On June 20, the Cabrini Mission Foundation hosted its annual Let’s Play Ball fundraiser, held this year for the first time in the Bronx at Yankees Stadium.
“I am here to pay homage to Mother Cabrini,” the Pope told all those gathered in the church for his visit. Pope Leo praised Mother Cabrini as a model for Christians today, especially for her compassion toward migrants and those on the margins of society. He encouraged young people to learn about her life and writings, highlighting her courage, trust in God, and dedication to serving those in need.
On this coming Saturday, June 20th, Pope Leo XIV plans to visit the northern Italian village of Sant’Angelo Lodigiano, where he will venerate a saint close to his heart and ours: Mother Frances Cabrini, who was born there in 1850 and died in 1917 in Chicago, the pope’s hometown.
Following Sister Theresa’s renewal, Cabrini staff and volunteers affirmed our commitment to carry on our shared mission, celebrate Mother Cabrini’s life as our inspiration, and bring God’s love to the world by providing exceptional care for our patients, the community and each other.
The celebration began in partnership with the Archdiocese of Denver as Catholics joined others across the nation in the Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The day included Adoration, confessions, a bilingual Liturgy of the Word, the Consecration Prayer, a procession, and benediction.
d to the beauty of the celebration.
A huge tent was already set up on the lawn for the Cabrini Immigrant Services fundraiser scheduled for the next day, so we ate fresh-grilled hot dogs and hamburgers beneath it. Then God did something utterly magnificent: He sent a rainstorm. It was tremendous, stupendous, and utterly irresistible. The 25+ children squealed with glee and, almost as one, darted out onto the grass to dance in the rain. They ran in circles. They raced in and out of the tent, shouted to each other, held their mouths open to the sky to drink in the gift. It was joy, pure joy.
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.
The Cabrini Immigration Commission of the Guadalupe Province, and the Cabrini University CAVS and community responded to an urgent need in a local school district in Southeast Pennsylvania. Three immigrant families in that district are in dire straits due to varying circumstances. When contacted by Karol Brewer, Co-Chair of the Cabrini Immigration Commission, Holly Oliver, the district social worker, explained the differing plights of these families. Due to the overwhelming generosity of Cabrini University alumni, faculty and staff and Villanova University staff members over the past year, Cabrini was able to provide support in the form of gift cards to assist these struggling families. Holly Oliver administers the gift cards to ensure that they provide the necessities needed. Abundant thanks to everyone who allows our support to continue.
