National Migration Week & The Cabrini Pledge

Each year, the Catholic Church in the United States observes National Migration Week (Sept. 21- 27) as a time to pray for and reflect upon the experiences of migrants, refugees, and all those who leave their homes in search of safety, opportunity, and a better life. Here at Mother Cabrini Shrine, this observance has special meaning. St. Frances Xavier Cabrini dedicated her life to accompanying immigrants, welcoming the stranger, and recognizing the dignity of every person she encountered. In her spirit, we invite you to consider taking the Cabrini Pledge, an initiative of the U.S. Catholic bishops that encourages us to see Christ in those who are displaced and to respond with compassion, prayer, and concrete acts of love. May Mother Cabrini’s example inspire each of us to build communities of welcome and hope and to remember her words: “The world is too small for what I intend to do.”