Oct 27, 2026 | NEWS
From the heart of Tanzania, from the mission in Nanjota, I want to share a message that is tangible proof of the incredible fruits that many years of evangelization work bring. The recent 50th-anniversary celebration of the presence and ministry of our missionary sisters and local sisters in this region marked the beginning of a unique endeavor. The celebration of this beautiful jubilee stirred great emotion among the local community. The residents of Nanjota, looking back on half a century of our Congregation’s dedicated service, wished to express their gratitude for everything the sisters do in the areas of evangelization, catechesis, caring for the sick, and running a preschool that has already educated several generations. At a time when the modern world—including here in Africa—is grappling so intensely with the problem of waning faith, the local community recognized an important spiritual foundation in the sisters’ mission and wished to offer tangible support. The impetus for action came from the jubilee itself, as well as the launch of professional catechetical courses that the sisters recently organized, beginning on April 1. Although these courses were initially designed for the formation of our postulants, they were quickly opened to the general public as well—a decision that proved to be a very good idea, drawing a strong response from many people. In response to this initiative, the local community, moved by our new activities, came up with the idea of building a library. As the regional superior, I must admit that when I first heard about these plans during the jubilee, I thought it was merely a beautiful but unrealistic idea—or perhaps a kind of joke. Knowing the local realities, I expected that even with full commitment, carrying out such a large project would take years. However, the residents of Nanjot completely surprised our community. Without waiting, they organized a grassroots fundraiser, purchased the necessary building materials, and found craftsmen. The result of this extraordinary initiative was the construction of the building in just three months. The completed building was officially handed over to the sisters on August 30 as an expression of love and gratitude from the entire parish community (and beyond). Importantly, the project was planned with great wisdom and designed to meet the mission’s real needs. In addition to the library itself, several additional rooms were created in the building. They will serve as guest quarters for lecturers who come to lead the aforementioned catechetical courses. A computer and a piano were also purchased to equip the facility, and they are already being used for educational and formative purposes. This new space is more than just bricks and a roof. It is a living monument to mature faith and incredible trust. It now stands and serves in Nanjota as the heart of our educational activities, where postulants and laypeople will be able to deepen their faith and knowledge. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank God for these 50 years and for the people who, through their determination, have shown us what true, active love for the Church is. We entrust the entire community of Nanjota and our sisters to your constant remembrance in prayer.
Sr. Agnes Mwanajimba
Oct 27, 2026 | DAILY BREAD
Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles – Feast, Gospel: Luke 6:12-16
In today’s Gospel, Jesus spends the night in prayer before choosing His twelve Apostles, among whom are Simon and Jude. Their calling reminds us that God chooses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things through His grace. Saint Jude, also called Thaddaeus, is especially loved as the patron saint of desperate and seemingly hopeless causes. At the Last Supper, he asked Jesus: “Lord, what has happened, that you intend to show yourself to us and not to the world?” (John 14:22). This question reveals Jude’s desire that everyone should recognize Jesus. The Lord’s answer is profound: “If anyone loves me, he will keep my word, and my Father will love him, and we shall come to him and make our home with him.” Jesus teaches that His presence is revealed not merely through extraordinary signs, but through a relationship of love, faith, and fidelity. This is particularly meaningful when we face situations that appear hopeless. A desperate situation does not mean that God is absent; it may become an opportunity to discover His presence in a deeper way. Saint Jude’s intercession encourages us never to lose hope, even when human possibilities seem exhausted. Yet hope does not mean expecting God to fulfil every desire exactly as we imagine. It means trusting that His love remains active even when we cannot understand His ways. Saints Simon and Jude remind us that the mission of the Apostles continues whenever we help others discover Christ’s presence through faithful love. No situation is beyond God’s love, and no human heart is beyond the reach of His grace. Let’s reflect: When I face situations that seem impossible or hopeless, do I allow fear and discouragement to overcome me, or do I trust, like Saint Jude, that Christ remains present and active through His love, even when I cannot see a solution?
Don Giorgio
Oct 26, 2026 | DAILY BREAD
Tuesday of week 30 in Ordinary Time, Gospel: Luke 13:18-21
In today’s Gospel, Jesus compares the Kingdom of God to a mustard seed that grows into a great tree and to yeast that transforms an entire measure of dough. Both images reveal a beautiful truth: what is not immediately visible can nevertheless be extraordinarily effective. The seed grows silently beneath the soil, while the yeast works invisibly within the dough. Similarly, God’s grace often works in ways that escape our attention. We may not immediately see the fruits of our prayers, sacrifices, kindness, forgiveness, or efforts to do good, but this does not mean that they are ineffective. The effectiveness of God’s action cannot always be measured by its visibility. We live in a world that values immediate results, visible achievements, and public recognition. Yet Jesus teaches us that the deepest transformations often begin quietly, within the human heart. A simple word of encouragement can restore hope, a hidden sacrifice can strengthen love, and a sincere prayer can open unexpected paths of grace. The Kingdom of God does not always advance through extraordinary events; it often grows through ordinary acts of faithfulness. What matters is not how visible our contribution is, but how deeply we allow God to work through it. The message of Christ invites us to trust the hidden power of grace, to remain faithful even when results are not apparent, and to recognize that God’s greatest works often begin in the smallest and most unnoticed moments of our lives. Let’s reflect: Do I measure the value of my actions only by their visible results, or do I trust that God can work powerfully through my smallest and most hidden acts of faith, love, and generosity?
Don Giorgio
Oct 25, 2026 | DAILY BREAD
Monday of week 30 in Ordinary Time, Gospel: Luke 13:10-17
In today’s Gospel, Jesus encounters a woman who has been bent double for eighteen years, unable to stand upright. Moved by compassion, He declares: “Woman, you are free from your infirmity.” Immediately, she stands erect and begins praising God. This beautiful encounter reveals a fundamental truth: our relationship with God is meant to be an experience of liberation, not oppression. Jesus does not see merely a sick woman; He recognizes a daughter of Abraham whose dignity deserves to be restored. While the synagogue leader is concerned about the observance of the Sabbath, Jesus reveals its deepest purpose: to bring humanity closer to God and allow His goodness to flourish. God’s commandments are not burdens that bend us down, but paths that help us stand upright in freedom and dignity. Sometimes our relationship with God can become dominated by fear, guilt, excessive concern about rules, or the desire to fulfil religious obligations perfectly. Yet Jesus reminds us that authentic faith should gradually free us from whatever prevents us from loving God and others wholeheartedly. This freedom is not the absence of responsibility, but the ability to respond to God’s love with joy and generosity. The woman, once liberated, immediately glorifies God. True liberation does not distance us from God; it brings us closer to Him in gratitude and praise. The message of Christ invites us to experience faith not as something that weighs us down, but as a relationship that raises us up, restores our dignity, and enables us to help others experience the same freedom. Let’s reflect: Does my relationship with God help me stand upright in freedom, joy, and dignity, and does the way I live my faith help others experience liberation rather than additional burdens?
Don Giorgio
Oct 25, 2026 | NEWS
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, pilgrims from the Archdiocese of Wrocław set out on the 47th Wrocław Walking Pilgrimage to the tomb of St. Hedwig of Silesia in Trzebnica. Approximately 8,000 people took part in this special event, forming a beautiful and vibrant community of faith. Among the pilgrims—alongside numerous families, young people, and priests—we, the Sisters of Mary Immaculate, were also present, as we are every year: Sr. Patrycja, Sr. Oliwia, Sr. Rachela, and Sr. Justyna. Through song, prayer, and conversation, we supported those on the journey and entrusted the entire Congregation to God through the intercession of our patroness. The culmination of the day’s efforts was a solemn Mass celebrated at the Shrine in Trzebnica, where the tomb of St. Hedwig of Silesia is located. Archbishop Zbigniew Zieliński presided over the Eucharist. The most important and moving statement from his homily—one that touched our hearts deeply—was the question: “Are we able to pass on to future generations the faith that we ourselves have received?” These words became a call to bear living witness to our faith every day. On that day, God blessed us with beautiful weather, bathed in autumn sunshine, which gave us strength as we covered the next kilometers of the trail. The 30-kilometer route was not only a time for prayer and reflection but also a space for meaningful encounters and valuable conversations that allowed us to strengthen our fraternal bonds and return to our daily responsibilities with renewed energy.
Sr. Justyna Wijatyk
