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Cabrini Shrine: Getting to Know the Patron Saint of Immigrants
June 17, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
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A NY Path to History Weekend talk and tour led by the Executive Director of St. Frances Cabrini Shrine… because Mother Cabrini loved NY too!
St. Frances Cabrini is the universal patron saint of immigrants. Why did she come to New York in 1889? Who did she help, and what did she do? This talk and guided tour of St. Frances Cabrini Shrine will introduce you to Mother Cabrini, the first U.S. citizen ever named a saint. You’ll learn about life in New York during the late 19th century, the immense challenges faced by Italian immigrants during that time, and what a tiny but strong woman did to change the world for the better
