Oct 23, 2026 | NEWS
When we think of missions, distant continents often come to mind. However, Mission Week reminds us that the heart of mission beats wherever love, presence, support, and a Gospel perspective are needed. Today we want to share the story of the unique ministry of our missionary sisters in Germany, where mission takes on a completely new and beautiful form. Sisters from Poland and Tanzania serve together in our German missions. In Berlin, they are: Sr. Bakhita Mazengo, Sr. Getruda Gabriel Ashapira, Sr. Małgorzata Dąbrowska, and Sr. Pia Iriszek; in Berlin-Kreuzberg, Sr. Josephina Kilawe; and in Treis-Karden: Sr. Goretti Komba and Sr. Vianneya Rogowska. Their presence is an invaluable gift to the older German communities. The missionaries care for their sick sisters with love and devotion, offering them daily support in their frailty and ensuring their safety. However, this care has, above all, a profound spiritual dimension. It is a time of shared prayer, of sharing the faith, and of building unique, diverse evangelical communities. In this way, they demonstrate that diversity does not divide but enriches, becoming a living sign of the universality and unity of the Church. By breaking down cultural and language barriers, they create vibrant, international communities that become signs of the unity of the universal Church. Our sisters’ ministry also extends beyond the walls of their convents, going beyond their daily involvement in the running of our religious houses. They work actively in nursing homes for the elderly, and Sister Pia recently began her ministry at a Berlin hospital. There, they serve both as professional caregivers, attending to the physical health of patients, and through pastoral care. In a secularized world where God is often pushed to the margins, their work becomes a profound act of the new evangelization. The sisters become a source of comfort, hope, and God’s peace for the sick and the elderly. Their presence is especially important as the time of death approaches.
During Mission Week, we thank God for our Sisters from Poland and Tanzania who have taken up ministry in Germany, and for their dedication to building bridges between cultures and strengthening the unity of our Congregation.
Oct 22, 2026 | NEWS
Mission Week is a special time when our thoughts and prayers turn to places where the Gospel is proclaimed not only in word but, above all, in deed. Today we turn our gaze to the Philippines, to the heart of Manila—a city teeming with life yet full of contrasts. It is there, in areas plagued by extreme poverty and marginalization, that our missionary sisters, Sr. Agata Sobczyk and Sr. Fabiana Mvanda, live out their vocation every day. Working in the slums of Manila requires fortitude, but above all, love. The sisters are present where living conditions put human dignity to the test every day. They accompany families, providing material and spiritual assistance, and have become a symbol of God’s presence and care for the residents. However, our sisters’ mission goes far beyond immediate support. Deeply believing that the most effective form of help is empowering others to become self-reliant, the sisters run professional sewing courses for local women in Manila. In a reality where steady work is scarce and daily life is a struggle for survival, these workshops offer many participants a real path out of crisis. Thanks to the patience and dedication of our missionary sisters, women from the slums are acquiring a tangible trade. They are not only learning a craft but also rediscovering their self-worth and sense of agency. The ability to sew allows them to find work or open small home-based businesses, which offers a real chance to earn a decent living, support their children, and provide them with an education. From the sewing machines in the sisters’ workshop come not only clothes and bedding, but above all, a new and better future for Filipino families.
During this special week, we would like to thank our missionary sisters in the Philippines from the bottom of our hearts for their selfless service, for every tear they have wiped away, for their hearts devoted to the poorest, and for giving women the tools to live with dignity.
Oct 21, 2026 | NEWS
Mission Week is a special time when our thoughts turn to distant lands where our missionary sisters serve. This time, we want to reflect on the mystery of the mission taking place in Europe. With deep gratitude, we turn our gaze today to our sisters from Tanzania who left their homeland to undertake a mission in Poland: Sr. Marychrysta Mwiuzi Rwezaura and Sr. Flora Komba. This is a beautiful—though for many surprising—sign that the Church knows no borders, and that love for God and for one’s neighbor speaks every language. Over the years, we have grown accustomed to the idea that it is Europe that sends missionaries to Africa. Our Congregation has long been present in Tanzania, where we lovingly proclaim the Gospel. Today, however, God is showing us how wonderful the exchange of gifts within the Church is. Sisters from Tanzania—a country so rich in living faith and numerous vocations—have come to Poland. They have become living proof that today every continent is both a mission field and a source from which missionaries set out into the world. The presence of the Tanzanian sisters in our Polish communities is a true blessing. Through their daily work and dedication, they bring new energy and warmth to the communities. Their ministry centers on caring for the sick and the elderly: the sisters tend to our elderly and ailing sisters with gentleness and patience. Their presence is not only physical assistance but, above all, a source of comfort, smiles, and prayerful support. Together with the Polish sisters, they build up our communities: every day they help with the daily tasks in our homes. Their Tanzanian joy and openness bring people closer together and bring a breath of the universality of the Church into our communities. They evangelize through their lives: the sisters proclaim Christ wherever we are present. They do this not only through words, but above all through the witness of their lives—joyful, prayerful, and devoted to God. For many people in Poland, the sight of religious sisters from Africa serving locally is still something extraordinary. This surprise, however, quickly gives way to gratitude. In a world that often forgets the value of selfless self-giving—without borders or prejudices—the presence of the Tanzanian sisters in Poland is a powerful prophetic sign. It shows that a religious and missionary vocation means going beyond one’s own comfort zone, culture, and language to become all things to all people.
During this Mission Week, we thank God for the gift of our Sisters from Tanzania who are present in Poland, and for every effort they have made to build up our Congregation on Polish soil.
Oct 20, 2026 | NEWS
Mission Week in the Church is a special time when our eyes and hearts turn toward the farthest corners of the world. With deep gratitude, we turn our thoughts to our missionary sisters in various parts of the world, including Indonesia. It is there, in the heart of Southeast Asia, that the youngest heart of our Congregation—our newest missionary community—beats today. On the Indonesian island of Flores, in the town of Mbay, a small miracle of the universality of the Church is taking place. Our mission post is made up of sisters from Poland and Tanzania working side by side—Sr. Klaudia Olejniczak, Sr. Augusta Nyoni, and Sr. Sylwia Frączek—who have been joined by Indonesian novices and candidates. Different continents, diverse cultures, and varied experiences have come together under one charism to jointly bring the light of the Gospel. This international community is living proof that Christ’s love knows no barriers, and that a religious vocation speaks a single, universal language of love. Although the mission is still in its early stages and daily life presents many challenges for the sisters, their ministry is already bearing beautiful fruit among the local community. Every day, the sisters reach out to people, building bridges of trust and respect. They bring the Eucharistic Christ to the sick and suffering, offering comfort in their loneliness and physical frailty. Faithful to our charism, they surround local girls and women with particularly caring attention. Through formation, conversations, support, and their very presence, they show young girls how greatly valued they are in God’s eyes.
During this Mission Week, we wish to wholeheartedly honor the ministry of our sisters working in Indonesia, and we invite all visitors to our website to offer fervent prayers for this young Indonesian mission.
Oct 19, 2026 | NEWS
It was a source of great pride and joy for the Congregation to learn that our John Paul II Children’s Care and Treatment Center in Jaszkotl had been honored with the Medal of Saint Hedwig of Silesia, awarded by the Metropolitan Archbishop of Wrocław. The Medal of Saint Hedwig of Silesia was established in 2017 to mark the 750th anniversary of the canonization of this Silesian saint. It is an expression of recognition for contributions to building the Kingdom of God in the Archdiocese of Wrocław. It is awarded to laypeople and consecrated persons, as well as to institutions and legal entities, for their active involvement in religious, pastoral, catechetical, and cultural life, with particular emphasis on charitable activities. Sister Sylwia Borowska, the center’s director, accepted the medal on behalf of the facility. This award is a special expression of recognition for our facility’s mission—caring for children who require specialized care, therapeutic support, and the constant presence of another person. The facility’s daily operations are based on respect for the dignity of every child, sensitivity to their needs, and the cultivation of relationships filled with care, respect, and love. Professional care, commitment, and a willingness to serve others are essential elements of this facility’s mission. We view this award as recognition of the work of the entire community at the facility—the Sisters of Mary Immaculate, the staff, and all those who support the facility’s activities and help create a child-friendly environment. We accept this honor with gratitude and humility, as a commitment to continue fulfilling our mission and to help those who need it most. May the example of Saint Hedwig of Silesia, the patron saint of mercy and sensitivity to the needs of others, remain an inspiration for us to continue serving others.
Sr. Magdalena Zabłotna
Oct 14, 2026 | NEWS
On the first evening of the presidential couple’s visit to Manila, a formal welcome dinner was held in honor of the President of Poland and his wife, to which I was invited by Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos. On the second day of the visit, the First Lady visited our home in Quezon City. First, she met with the sisters over coffee, and then with the participants of the pattern-making and sewing course. The meeting took place in a very pleasant atmosphere. During the meeting, the First Lady sat down at a sewing machine that had been set up in advance and worked alongside the participants. In the evening, the Presidential Couple held a meeting with the Polish community and invited guests. During this meeting, the President presented state decorations to six distinguished individuals, among whom I had the honor of being included. I received the Silver Cross of Merit for my missionary, social, and charitable work on behalf of poor Filipino families, as well as for promoting Polish culture abroad. I accepted this award with great emotion and gratitude. It is not only a great honor for me, but above all, an expression of recognition for the work we have been striving to carry out with dedication for years. Our ministry in the Philippines has always been more than just a duty. It is a ministry to others, whom we strive to help, accompany, and give hope for a better tomorrow. This award is an honor not only for me, but for the Congregation and for those who support us in various ways. For me personally, this award is a commitment to continue serving—with even greater dedication—the people we meet who need our help.
Sr. Agata Sobczyk
