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Bishop Florczyk: From the language of sociology to the language of the Church
In the discussion about youth in the Church, we must pass from the language of sociology, which uses the term “group,” to the language of the Church, where we talk about community. This is a fundamental difference, said the Synod Father, Bishop Marian Florczyk. In this way, he alluded to the words used during the synod by Pope Francis to underscore that faith is not a sociological fact, but a relationship with Jesus.
The Pope drew attention to Archbishop Gadecki’s Speech
Speaking with the Polish delegation on October 10th, during the session’s break, Pope Francis expressed interest in the speech of the Synod Father from Poland, Archbishop Stanisław Gądecki. The Pope said that he liked it, especially because a biblical scholar addressed a social issue. “The Holy Father drew attention to Archbishop Gądecki’s pertinent observations regarding the new totalitarianism that is shaping the attitudes of young people and destroying them,” reported Bishop Marian Florczyk, who was present at the meeting with the Pope.
The election of Cardinal Wojtyła, Pope John Paul II, recalled by the former rector of the Polish College, where he was living
“The day after Cardinal Karol Wojtyła’s election as Pope John Paul II, Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński asked him how he felt as Pope. John Paul II answered that he felt as if he had always been here. To that, cardinal Wyszynski replied that it was the grace of the state, a sign of God’s special grace,” says Archbishop Józef Michalik who, at that time, was the rector of the Polish College in Rome, from whence Cardinal Wojtyła, went to the conclave at which he was elected pope, 40 years ago, on 16 October 1978.
Five little-known facts about Card. Wojtyła’s election as Pope
Even before being elected Pope, Bishop Wojtyła was known in the universal Church and his voice counted. Despite his young age, he was an outstanding figure of the Church. He participated in synods, became a friend of Pope Paul VI, and preached retreats for the Roman Curia. He was considered an outstanding thinker and pastor.
Holy Father Francis on Independence Day: I pray God that all Poles may make good use of unity and peace along with the gift of freedom
“Taking up the prayer of St. Pope John Paul II, a special witness of this century, I ask God to bestow the grace of faith, hope, and love on all Poles, so that they may make good use of unity and peace along with precious gift of freedom”— Holy Father Francis addressed these words to the Poles on the occasion of the 100thanniversary of Poland's regained independence. The letter was sent to the President of the Polish Bishops’ Conference, Archbishop Stanisław Gądecki. It is intended for pastoral use on Sunday, November 11th.
The Church in Poland participated in the celebrations of the 100th anniversary of regained independence
The Church in Poland took part in the celebration of the 100th anniversary of independence with a Solemn Mass was celebrated in the Temple of Divine Providence in Warsaw that brought together bishops and representatives of the highest state authorities, while ecumenical services and many patriotic events and prayers for the homeland were held in Polish parishes in the country and abroad as. A Message was addressed to the Polish nation by Pope Francis. On November 11th, at noon, the bells of many churches resonated.
“Rise, let us be on our way” is the motto of the 19th Papal Day, which will be celebrated on October 13, 2019
It is not only to remember the time when the book appeared but to get up and show Pope John Paul II, his person, and his work. Let us get up and remind the 40th anniversary of Pope’s pilgrimage to Poland in 1979 - said Cardinal Kazimierz Nycz, Metropolitan of Warsaw and chairman of the Council of the “Work of the New Millennium” Foundation during a press conference organized by the Foundation at the Secretariat of the Polish Bishops’ Conference on January 16, 2019.
Over 32,000 consecrated persons serve in Poland and abroad
“This year, we celebrate the 23rd World Day for Consecrated Life established by Pope John Paul II as a day of gratitude for the presence of consecrated persons in the Church and in the world. This year’s theme concerns young people and their vocation, as well as the commitment of consecrated people to the ministry of youth - said Bishop Jacek Kicinski CMF, chairman of the Committee for the Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life of the Polish Bishops’ Conference.
