The Missionary Sisters and staff at Mother Cabrini Shrine in Golden, Colorado were delighted to welcome the pilgrims from the Junipero Serra Route as they make their way from California to the Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis in July. Their visit was a respite from their journey with a tour of the Shrine, a hot meal, and time for prayer and reflection
Mother Cabrini Shrine Celebrates the Feast Day
On Friday, June 7, the Missionary Sisters in Colorado celebrated the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus with Mass and a vow renewal at the Shrine. Staff, volunteers, and friends of the Shrine were in attendance, and the evening ended with a wonderful community potluck supper.
A Very Eventful “Cabrini Week” in Colorado
A Very Eventful “Cabrini Week” in Colorado
A week of celebrations at Mother Cabrini Shrine in Golden began with the Feast Day of St. Frances X. Cabrini on Monday, November 13.
Gala Fundraiser
The following Friday, the Shrine’s 22nd annual gala fundraiser took place at the Pinnacle Club at the Grand Hyatt in Downtown Denver. The gala was not only a celebration of Mother Cabrini herself, but of the people who continue to support and make the Shrine what it is today. Over the last three years, friends and donors have come together to raise over $5.5 million for the Heart of Jesus Capital Campaign to expand and renovate the Shrine’s gift shop and chapel, and retreat facilities so that visitors can have the best experience possible for decades to come.
Please be sure to view these heartwarming gala videos. Don’t miss them! Please click here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxjuHdap9vE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4dK7qbJ66w&t=25s
Chapel Re-Dedication
With joy and gratitude, the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart and the staff of Mother Cabrini Shrine were delighted to celebrate the rededication of the chapel on Saturday, November 18 after ten months of renovations. Fr. John Lager, O.F.M., Cap., re-consecrated the chapel as a place of prayer where the sacraments and its mysteries are celebrated daily.
It was a powerful ceremony that included the anointing of the altar and walls as well as the incensation and lighting of the altar and the church. Sr. Diane Olmstead, MSC, Provincial and seven additional Missionary Sisters, Shrine staff, volunteers and donors participated in the dressing of the newly dedicated altar and the offertory procession. We are so grateful to everyone helped make this beautiful and sacred space possible.
To see the livestream video of the chapel re-dedication Mass, click here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNfc93Z4z4k&t=29s
Spanish Mass of Thanksgiving
On Sunday, November 19, Denver Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodriguez celebrated a Mass of Thanksgiving in the newly rededicated chapel at the regular Sunday 2 p.m. Spanish Mass. The bishop encouraged those in attendance to pray for their special intentions to Mother Cabrini especially at her Shrine. He also invited all of the children in attendance to the altar and then led them in a procession to the statue of Mother Cabrini to pray for all immigrants, especially children and families who are suffering. The Spanish community faithfully fills every seat in the new chapel each week, and this Mass of Thanksgiving was the perfect culmination to our Cabrini week in Colorado.
To see photos from all three celebrations, please click here:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/141021425@N02/albums
October 2nd is Mother Cabrini Day in Colorado
Have you been to Mother Cabrini Shrine lately? Come and celebrate Cabrini Day with us! On
Monday, October 2nd, we will have a special Cabrini Day Mass at 12 noon in our newly renovated chapel. This is a great opportunity to attend Mass, walk the steps, visit our gift shop, light a candle in the grotto chapel, and spend some time on the beautiful grounds that honor Mother Cabrini and the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Mother Cabrini dedicated her life to helping the poor, the sick, immigrants, and those in most need. Her story is rich with determination and grit and an unshakable faith in the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Cabrini Day is about her story, and we are eager for people to continue to learn of it and be inspired by her life and all that she accomplished.
In March of 2020, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed into law HB 1031 establishing Frances Xavier Cabrini Day as a Colorado State Holiday. It is the first paid holiday in the nation that recognizes a woman, and is observed on the first Monday in October.
Chapel Dedication
With great joy and gratitude, we will celebrate the rededication of our chapel following the remodel
and renovations that have taken place over the last ten months.
The chapel will be rededicated on Saturday, November 18 at 4:00 p.m. Fr. John Lager, O.F.M. Cap. Has been granted a special mandate to perform the rededication since neither Archbishop Aquila or Bishop Rodriguez are available.
We look forward to a wonderful week of celebrations starting with the Feast of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini on November 13, the Gala on November 17 and the chapel dedication on November 18th.
October 2nd is Mother Cabrini Day in Colorado
Have you been to Mother Cabrini Shrine lately? Come and celebrate Cabrini Day with us! On Monday, October 2nd, we will have a special Cabrini Day Mass at 12 noon in our newly renovated
chapel. This is a great opportunity to attend Mass, walk the steps, visit our gift shop, light a candle in the grotto chapel, and spend some time on the beautiful grounds that honor Mother Cabrini and the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Mother Cabrini dedicated her life to helping the poor, the sick, immigrants, and those in most need. Her story is rich with determination and grit and an unshakable faith in the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Cabrini Day is about her story, and we are eager for people to continue to learn of it and be inspired by her life and all that she accomplished.
In March of 2020, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed into law HB 1031 establishing Frances Xavier Cabrini Day as a Colorado State Holiday. It is the first paid holiday in the nation that recognizes a woman, and is observed on the first Monday in October.
Chapel Dedication
With great joy and gratitude, we will celebrate the rededication of our chapel following the remodel and renovations that have taken place over the last ten months. 
The chapel will be rededicated on Saturday, November 18 at 4:00 p.m. Fr. John Lager, O.F.M. Cap. Has been granted a special mandate to perform the rededication since neither Archbishop Aquila or Bishop Rodriguez are available.
We look forward to a wonderful week of celebrations starting with the Feast of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini on November 13, the Gala on November 17 and the chapel dedication on November 18th.
Mother Cabrini to be Inducted into the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame
~ by Denver Catholic Staff as seen on Mother Cabrini Shrine website
On March 15, 2023, St. Frances Xavier Cabrini will be inducted into the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame in a formal induction ceremony and celebration at the
Sheraton Downtown Denver Hotel.
Mother Cabrini is receiving this prestigious award for her outstanding accomplishments as a champion of immigrants, children, and the poor. She was nominated by the Dante Alighieri Society of Denver, a non-profit organization which promotes the Italian language and culture.
Mother Cabrini has a special connection to Colorado, as she established the first Mount Carmel elementary school for the children of Italian immigrants in 1902. She was one of the leaders who raised funds to rebuild the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church building that is standing today, after the original structure was destroyed by fire. She also established an orphanage in 1904 and a summer camp for orphan girls in Golden in 1910 on the grounds of what is now the Mother Cabrini Shrine.
Tickets to the Gala are available at cogreatwomen.org
Mother Cabrini Shrine Gala featuring: A Very Special Guest and a Movie Sneak Peek
The 21st Annual Mother Cabrini Shrine Gala was not only a celebration of Mother Cabrini herself, but of the people who continue to support and make the Shrine what it is today.
Over the last two years, friends and donors have come together to raise nearly $5 million for the Heart of Jesus Capital Campaign to expand and renovate the Shrine’s gift shop and chapel so that visitors can have the best experience possible for decades to come. The gala was a continuation of the campaign efforts as well as a celebration of gratitude.
In addition to the celebration of gratitude, the highlight of the gala was a sneak preview of the upcoming movie about the life of Mother Cabrini with producer, Eustace Wolfington. Guests were not only captivated by the powerful movie clips, but also by Mr. Wolfington himself as he shared his movie-making journey as well as his passionate devotion to St. Frances Xavier Cabrini. To view Gala 2022 video please click here
Mother Cabrini Shrine, Golden CO Heart of Jesus Campaign – Surpasses $4.6 million!
Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude as we share with you that we have surpassed our $4.5 million goal for our Heart of Jesus Capital Campaign. Thank you so much for your support and generosity!
One year ago, we publicly announced our plans for some major renovations to our facilities. We are humbled and so grateful for the support and encouragement we have received. The new gift shop and conference room were complete in May, and we are so pleased with the results! The next phase of construction which includes the chapel expansion and elevator installation will begin later this summer.
Following the example of Mother Cabrini, we continue to place our trust in the Sacred Heart of Jesus , and we are grateful for his intercession as we preserve and restore this precious Shrine for our visitors today and for future generations. Thank you so much for your generous support to this Heart of Jesus Capital Campaign.
To watch a video about the Capital Campaign please click here
With gratitude in the Heart of Jesus,
The Missionary Sisters, Staff and Capital Campaign Committee
Mother Cabrini Shrine
Feast Day Celebrations on the Mountaintop
With grateful and joyful hearts, the Missionary Sisters, staff and community of volunteers, friends, and donors at Mother Cabrini Shrine in Golden, Colorado celebrated the feast day of St. Frances Cabrini on November 13.
The chapel was full as we celebrated Mass, followed by the blessing of our new gift shop and of course, a festive reception with refreshments.
Fr. John Lager, O.F.M., Cap., long-time friend of the Shrine and Missionary Sisters, wrote a guest article for the Denver Catholic about what the Shrine means to him, and how the renovations that the Shrine is undergoing honors the legacy of Mother Cabrini by looking to the future.
To read Fr. John ‘s article please click here
Also, in honor of the 75th anniversary of Mother’s canonization, Denver’s Archbishop Aquila granted a partial indulgence for all who visit the Shrine over the next year. To see the official decree please click here
Mother Cabrini Shrine Gala 2021
With gratitude and joy, we were able to gather for the Mother Cabrini Shrine 20th Anniversary Gala on Friday, September 17 at the Pinnacle Club in downtown Denver. For those unable to attend in person, a portion of the event was livestreamed. All proceed from the gala will go towards our $4.5 million Heart of Jesus Capital Campaign. We are so grateful and happy to announce that due to the generosity of so many and the success of the gala, our campaign total is nearing $3.6 million. Construction on the expansion and chapel renovations are set to begin in the spring of 2022.
For a glimpse of the gala, please see photos and the “Cabrini Says Thank You” video below:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/141021425@N02/albums/72157719893301353
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxjUZ5Nz7x0