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Blessed Easter 2026!

We need You, risen Lord! On this Easter Day, together with all Christians throughout the world, we too repeat those words: Jesus, crucified and risen, stay with us! Stay with us, faithful friend and sure support for humanity! /St. John Paul II, Easter Message 2005/ On the occasion of the Feast of the Lord’s Resurrection,

April 2, 2026

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21st Anniversary of St. John Paul II’s Passing to the Father’s House

Today marks the 21st anniversary of the death of our Patron and Founder, St. John Paul II. Due to the beginning of the Paschal Triduum, the traditional prayer vigil at St. Peter’s Square took place yesterday. As every year, the main organizer of the vigil was the Polish Church of St. Stanislaus in Rome. The

April 2, 2026

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21st Anniversary of St. John Paul II’s Passing to the Father’s House

April 2, 2026

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Meeting with the Pope and session of the Board of our Foundation

The meeting of the Board of the Vatican John Paul II Foundation, held in Rome on 11–12 February, has concluded. The gathering began with Holy Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica and a personal meeting with Leo XIV. For the first time, Cardinal Grzegorz Ryś took part in the session; by virtue of the Statute he

February 13, 2026

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Congratulatory Letter for the New President of the Ratzinger Foundation

On 27 January, the Vatican confirmed the new Chairman of the Vatican Foundation Joseph Ratzinger – Benedict XVI. The appointment was given to Rev. Prof. Roberto Regoli. On this occasion, the Chairman of the Vatican Foundation John Paul II addressed to him a congratulatory letter. Congratulatory Letter for Rev. Prof. Roberto Regoli Vatican City, 3

February 4, 2026

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The Foundation’s 45th Anniversary Memorial Plaque

This year, from 19 to 22 October, the Foundation will celebrate its 45th anniversary in Rome. As previously announced, we plan to commemorate this milestone at the John Paul II Polish House on Via Cassia 1200 with the unveiling of special Benefactors’ Plaques: the Diamond Plaque, dedicated to donations of 10,000€; the Gold Plaque, for

February 1, 2026

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PREMIO SAN GIOVANNI PAOLO II

The Premio San Giovanni Paolo II inspires action and holiness. In the spirit of John Paul II, it supports Christian values, making the world a better place.

The Premio San Giovanni Paolo II was established to 'promote knowledge of the thought and work of John Paul II and his influence on the life of the Church and society,' to distinguish persons, organizations and initiatives that draw inspiration from the teaching of St. John Paul II in their scientific, cultural and social activities. The Prize honors those who through their work develop his legacy and translate the values he proclaimed into concrete actions in the Church and in the world.