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Pope Leo XIV exalts first American saint Cabrini as a model for Christians for her care of migrants
By Nicole Winfield And Brian Hendrie, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
SANT'Pope Leo XIV on Saturday exalted the first American saint, Mother Frances Cabrini, as a model for Christians today to care for migrants in need, as he visited her birthplace during a day trip to northern Italy.Leo, who has clashed with the Trump administration over its migrant crackdown, urg...
Key takeaway Leo, who has clashed with the Trump administration over its migrant crackdown, urg...
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The exaltation of Mother Frances Cabrini as a model for Christians to care for migrants resonates deeply in Terrell Hills , a community within the San Antonio area that has long been a melting pot of cultures. As a city with a strong Catholic presence, the values of compassion and service embodied by Cabrini are likely to strike a chord with local residents. The fact that Cabrini's work extended beyond the United States, building schools, hospitals, and orphanages for those in need, serves as a powerful reminder of the global nature of migration and the importance of community-based initiatives to support newcomers. In Terrell Hills, where community events and public safety are often intertwined, the message of welcoming the stranger is likely to be echoed in local efforts to support migrant families and individuals, highlighting the need for continued dialogue and action on this issue at the local level.
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Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? SANT'Pope Leo XIV on Saturday exalted the first American saint, Mother Frances Cabrini, as a model for Christians today to care for migrants in need, as he visited her birthplace during a day trip to northern Italy.Leo, who has clashed with the Trump administration over its migrant crackdown, urg...
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