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Priest and martyr of communism Father Michał Rapacz beatified in Krakow
Pope Francis recognized the martyrdom of Father Michał Rapacz in January. The 41-year-old priest was shot twice by communist authorities... Read more
‘I pray to St. John Paul II every day’: How a Ukrainian refugee found shelter at the pope’s former residence
‘Through the intercession of St. John Paul II, God led us to this residence,’ said Eleanor Petritschenko. Read more
St. John Paul II’s former residence in Poland opens doors to Ukrainian refugees
Almost 1.3 million Ukrainians have sought refuge in Poland. Read more
Pope Francis commends university in Poland for six centuries of Catholic education
Pope Francis encouraged the students at the university to live out its motto: “Go and make disciples.” Read more
A magazine launched by a saint is still thriving 100 years later
Pope Francis sent a message marking the publication’s centenary. Read more
World’s largest Gothic altarpiece dazzles again after 6-year restoration project
The world’s largest Gothic altarpiece is once again dazzling visitors to a Catholic basilica in Poland following a six-year restoration... Read more
Bishops entrust Polish Church to Mary in St. John Paul II centenary year
Bishops entrusted the Church in Poland to the Virgin Mary on Monday as they marked the centenary of the birth... Read more
Pope to priests and religious: Don't be content with mediocrity
During Mass celebrated at the shrine of St. John Paul II in Krakow, Pope Francis challenged the priests, religious, and... Read more
Vatican releases papal schedule for World Youth Day in Poland
On Saturday the Vatican released a provisional schedule of Pope Francis' visit to Poland for World Youth Day. He will... Read more
Pope Francis likely to visit Auschwitz during World Youth Day
During his July visit to Poland for World Youth Day, it’s probable that Pope Francis will follow in the steps... Read more
A tour of Saint John Paul II's Poland
St. John Paul II had just celebrated the closing Mass of his historic trip to his home country of Poland... Read more
