Bp Krzysztof Włodarczyk celebrates 80th anniversary of parish in Cielu

Bishop Krzysztof Włodarczyk celebrated the 80th anniversary of the parish of Najświętszej Maryi Panny Bolesnej in Cielu during a Mass on October 4, 2026. The Bishop of Bydgoszcz used the jubilee to thank the generations of residents who built the faith community through the ministry of priests and the devotion of the parishioners.

The bishop stated that Church communities must be built on Christ rather than human ambition. He noted that the history of the parish is defined by God's grace and the various sacraments administered in the temple, including baptisms, confirmations, marriages, and funerals.

Addressing how the Church can remain present in modern life, Bishop Włodarczyk suggested that people should focus on doing more good and defending the faith with greater courage. He noted that rather than seeking spectacular or extravagant methods to attract people to God, the community should focus on the Gospel.