Pope Leo XIV exalts first American saint Cabrini as a model for Christians for her care of migrants
Summary
Pope Leo XIV visited the birthplace of Mother Frances Cabrini, the first American saint, and praised her dedication to helping migrants. He encouraged people, especially young ones, to learn from her example and emphasized the importance of caring for migrants today.Key Facts
- Mother Frances Cabrini is the first American saint and the patron saint of migrants.
- She helped Italian immigrants in the U.S. and built schools, hospitals, and orphanages worldwide.
- Pope Leo XIV visited her hometown Sant'Angelo Lodigiano, Italy, and prayed at her tomb.
- Leo XIV encouraged young people to read Cabrini’s writings and follow her example of helping migrants.
- The pope has made migrant care a key part of his work, similar to Pope Francis’s focus.
- Leo XIV plans to visit Lampedusa, a major entry point for migrants to Italy, on July 4.
- He has urged welcoming and integrating migrants fleeing hardship and conflict.
- The pope also visited nearby Pavia to pray at St. Augustine's tomb and called Italians to renew their faith.
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