Editorial
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
When I read the speeches of John Paul II from his pilgrimages to his Homeland I reflect on some phrases, including the ones that have been quoted in this issue of ‘Niedziela’, ‘O Polish land! »
From religious instruction to Europe’s culture
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
Today I want to reflect on the theme that is especially important to pupils of elementary and secondary schools as well as to their parents – the problem of religious instruction in schools. »
Saints Peter and Paul – the rock of the faith and the glory of the Church, pray for us
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
The solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul is a feast important to the whole Church. I was lucky to participate in the solemn liturgy in honour of the Saint Apostles in St Peter’s Basilica in Rome several times. »
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
Today let us focus on conscience. It can be defined as the ability to evaluate one’s behaviour as consistent or not consistent with the accepted ethical norms, the awareness of moral responsibility for one’s deeds. »
Recollecting Fr Jerzy Popieluszko
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
As I have recollected many times when I was a chaplain of students I asked Fr Jerzy Popieluszko to give retreats in our students’ church in Czestochowa. Then we used to invite many priests who could give valuable contributions. »
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
When Moses asks Lord God revealed in the burning bush about his name he receives the answer, ‘I AM’ (Exodus 3:14). »
The timeliness of the Fatima message
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
For the first time the Mother of God appeared to three little shepherds in Fatima on 13 May 1917. Her apparitions continued for several months and were of special character. »
About certainty in uncertainty
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
It is still hard for us to recover after the April events. It was a disaster for Poland that does her best to follow the best world norms as a free, sovereign and democratic state. »
About priests in the Year for Priests
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
‘Percutiam pastorem, et dispergentur oves gregis’– ‘I shall strike the shepherd and the sheep of the flock will be scattered’ (Matthew 26:31). Lord Jesus builds a picture of the Church on the example of a shepherd’s life. »
The Queen of Poland is with her Nation today
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
The sad face of the Queen of Poland at Jasna Gora seems to be especially worried during the national mourning. »
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
All Poles are experiencing this tragedy very much, the crash of the governmental plane with the President of the Republic of Poland and delegation aboard. »
Bathed in the light of the Resurrection
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
The drama of Good Friday had a strong impact on the awareness of Christ’s disciples. It even erased from their memory his last words on the cross, ‘It is accomplished’ (John 19:30). »
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
The radio and television broadcasts from the Olympic Winter Games Vancouver 2010 are over. Our sports emotions have calmed down. However, I want to refer to our joy at the three medals of Justyna Kowalczyk. »
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
We are in Lent, in a specific mood marked by our resolutions, sacrifices and magnanimity. »
Fr. IRENEUSZ SKUBIŚ
Ash Wednesday has led us into Lent AD 2010. We have begun Lent with a deep reflection on the sign of the cross, which is the centre of Lent and will accompany us in our Lenten reflection. »