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Having been inspired by a campus showing of the Cabrini film, Villanova University’s Women’s Book Club, under the auspices of the Institute for Women’s Leadership. Has chosen to read Sr. Mary Louise Sullivan’s book “Mother Cabrini: Italian Immigrant of the Century.” Villanova’s Colleen Mitchell reached out to invite Sr. Christine Marie Baltas, MSC to be part of their monthly lunchtime book discussion group. The response from the women at Villanova was so positive that the group had to be broken into two sessions. Former Cabrini employees who now work at Villanova have attended the sessions and have enhanced the group by their grasp of the Cabrini spirit and charism which had become so much a part of them from their time at Cabrini University.
Every month the groups gather to enjoy a pick-up lunch, and to share their thoughts and reflections based on the prescribed reading. Sr. Christine Marie is on hand to give her insights, to answer questions about the life of Mother and about her own life as a Missionary Sister.
We applaud Villanova for all the efforts that are being made to assure that the Cabrini spirit is cultivated on its campuses and to connect it to he Augustinian charism. ~ submitted by Sr. Christine Marie Baltas, MSC
The Mother Cabrini Shrine community in Golden, Colorado celebrated the Feast of St. Frances Cabrini with a special feast day noon liturgy on Wednesday, November 13. Fr. John Lager, O.F.M., Cap. celebrated Mass and reminded those in attendance and via livestream that we are all called to trust in God’s providence just as Mother Cabrini did. He also encouraged everyone to model their lives after her and take their fears, worries, and needs to the Heart of Jesus.
Mother Cabrini’s pioneering spirit was manifested early on, even before she founded the Missionary Sisters, as she grew in discernment, courage and energy, her capacity for relationship, her drive and tenacity. She learned early in her life how to deal with setbacks, blocks and frustrations: a gift she had learned from her deep and intimate prayer life and her loving relationship with the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Sparkling drinks, candlelight, and laughter filled the room as attendees and Sisters enjoyed “A Night in Codogno.” Held on Friday, October 11th at the Metropolitan Club in New York City, the event was inspired by the rustic charm of Codogno, Italy—the town where Mother Cabrini founded Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus religious order in 1880.
with beautiful autumn weather, the atmosphere at Mother Cabrini Shrine was warm and inviting, reflecting the community spirit that Mother Cabrini held so dear. Cabrini Day serves as a powerful reminder of her lasting impact and the Shrine’s ongoing commitment to sharing her story and providing a unique, peaceful environment for visitors to experience God’s loving presence.
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