St. Maurice Parish celebrates 800th anniversary in Wrocław

The 800th anniversary celebrations of the St. Maurice Parish in Wrocław concluded with a solemn Mass attended by clergy and various state and local government officials. The event included the unveiling of a commemorative plaque and the naming of a new square.

During the liturgy, led by Bishop Maciej Małyga, the parish priest, Father Janusz Gorczyca, reflected on a year that included nearly 50 religious and cultural events. Wrocław Mayor Jacek Sutryk attended the ceremony, noting the historical connection between the parish community and the city's development, and pledged continued cooperation, including the creation of a new green garden.

In his sermon, Bishop Małyga addressed the theme of unity within the Church, referencing the history of St. Maurice and the Church's role as a sacrament of union for all humanity.