Hope Without Borders

“As a Jesuit priest, I am struck by how Mother Cabrini was shaped by the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius and how she embodied the missionary spirit of her namesake, St. Francis Xavier. Despite her fear of water, she repeatedly crossed the sea, bringing hope to countless people. This lovely devotional invites us to follow her example of finding God in all things and allowing Christ to be our captain. In a world desperately needing missionaries of hope, these thirty days with Mother Cabrini will inspire readers to make their own hearts a blank page for Christ to write upon.”

“As an immigrant and a former New Yorker, I have always felt a deep connection to St. Frances Xavier Cabrini—not only because I share my birthday with her feast day, but because her story embodies the resilience and faith of those who leave everything behind to follow God’s call.

Hope Without Borders offers a spiritual retreat through Mother Cabrini’s own words—her letters, retreat notes, and prayers—guiding us to surrender and embrace the present moment. Cattapan’s heart for Mother Cabrini shines on every page, inviting us not just to admire this saint but to follow in her footsteps and say yes to God’s plan—even when it sends us to the ends of the earth.”

“This little book is incredible! I felt my heart come alive with every word. Mother Cabrini was tenacious, undeterred by insults and illness, and motivated by a deep love for Jesus. Every day of her life was an adventure in surrendering everything to God. At a time when millions of people are forced to flee their homeland as migrants and refugees, the world needs the inspiration of Mother Cabrini more than ever. May you be inspired to act with the same courage and joy in whatever your call—but especially in service to the most vulnerable among us.”