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Benedict XVI: John Paul II is not a moral rigorist, he showed forth the Mercy of God
It is finally, beyond this objective historical significance, indispensable for everyone to know that in the end God’s mercy is stronger than our weakness. Moreover, at this point, the inner unity of the message of John Paul II and the basic intentions of Pope Francis can also be found: John Paul II is not the moral rigorist as some have partially portrayed him. With the centrality of divine mercy, he gives us the opportunity to accept moral requirement for man, even if we can never fully meet it - highlighted Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI in his letter do card. Stanisław Dziwisz for the 100th anniversary of the birth of St. John Paul II.
President of the Polish Episcopate: St. John Paul II started the process of preventing sexual crimes in the Church
People who thoroughly research the history of the pontificate of St. John Paul II know very well that the issues of protecting children and youth and counteracting sexual crimes by some clergymen were the highest priority for him, emphasizes Archbishop Stanisław Gądecki, vice-president of the Council of European Episcopal Conferences (CCEE) and president of the Polish Episcopal Conference.
Communiqué following the 404th Plenary Assembly of the Polish Bishops’ Conference
Parish life, religious education in schools and parish catechesis, the Commission of Independent Experts to investigate the phenomenon of sexual abuse of minors in the Catholic Church in Poland, as well as a study programme preparing for spiritual liberation ministry – these were the main topics of the 404th Plenary Assembly of the Polish Bishops' Conference, which took place from 10 to 12 March 2026 in Warsaw.
PBC Council on Migration: Helping Refugees is an Authentic Testimony of Christian Attitude
“We address words of fraternal love to all those seeking refuge in our country. We want to assure them of our full solidarity, kindness, and openness to their needs. In this difficult time, let none of be left alone,” we read the communiqué of the Polish episcopate’s Council for Migration, Tourism, and Pilgrimages regarding assistance to refugees from Ukraine.
The Polish Bishops’ Conference: Zero Tolerance for the Crimes of Sexual Abuse of Minors by Clergy
We publish data on the activities of the Church in Poland concerning the prevention of sexual exploitation of minors by members of the clergy. These include assistance to victims, prosecution of perpetrators and development of prevention programs. The Catholic Church is the most advanced institution in this field in our country.
Card. Semeraro: May the new Blesseds be powerful intercessors for this meritorious Nation
May the new Blesseds be powerful intercessors for this meritorious Nation, may they be a light for state and local authorities, and may support the Church in Poland in constant fidelity to Christ’s Gospel - said Cardinal Marcello Semeraro, prefect of the Congregation for the Causes of Saints, in his homily during the beatification Mass of Card. Stefan Wyszynski and Mother Rose Czacka.
