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Jun 2026
In June, month dedicated to Sacred Heart of Jesus, we celebrate within our community in Doylestown the following: June 9th – 25 anniversary of the Ordination of Fr. Bogdan Olzacki – prior of Doylestown Monastery. June 11th – 60 anniversary of first religious vows of Fr. Edward Volz. June 19th – 10 anniversary of the Ordination of Fr. Tymoteusz Tarnacki We would like to express gratitude for all your efforts, hardships, and commitment to the assignment. We wish you dear fathers God’s blessings and the protection of Our Lady of Jasna Gora......
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Jun 2026
Devotions in June Glorify the Humanity and Divinity of Christ During June 2026, the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa will join Catholics worldwide in celebration of two cornerstones of the Catholic Faith — the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) and the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. On these feasts, we are reminded that the Lord exists as both God and man, remaining with us spiritually and substantively. On Corpus Christi we celebrate the Real Presence (body, blood, soul......
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May 2026
May is a special, joyful month at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. For Catholics around the world, May is traditionally dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, set aside for honoring her loving intercession and maternal care in the life of the Church. Rooted in centuries of devotion, this Marian focus infuses many Shrine activities with prayer, reverence, and community participation. In Polish culture especially, May carries additional significance: May 3 is celebrated as the Feast of Our Lady, Queen of Poland, commemorating both deep religious......
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May 2026
In May, month dedicated to Our Lady, Patroness of Our Order we celebrate within our community in Doylestown the following: May 24th – 1 year of priestly ordination of fr. Jakub Krawiec May 25th – 40 years of the first vowes of Br. Piotr Lisiecki May 30th – 45 years of priestly ordination of Fr. Sebastian Hanks We would like to express gratitude for all your efforts, hardships, and commitment to the assignment. We wish you dear fathers God’s blessings and the protection of Our Lady of Jasna......
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Apr 2026
American Czestochowa Shrine highlights U.S. history ‘A monument to freedom’ extends special welcome to visitors as America celebrates its 250th anniversary The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, founded as “a monument to freedom” in the words of one U.S. president, welcomes all visitors to experience American, Polish-American and Catholic history through art, monuments and daily opportunities for prayer during the celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary. “Reverence for Our Lady draws many to our Shrine, and many others are drawn to our beautiful campus on Beacon Hill overlooking......
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Apr 2026
INVITATION TO CELEBRATE AMERICA’S 250TH ANNIVERSARY “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.” (Psalm 33:12) All are invited to join us at the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA, as we commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States of America with a special week of prayer and thanksgiving. Our celebration will begin with Holy Mass on Sunday, June 28 at 11:00 AM in the Main Church, celebrated by Bishop Efren Esmilla of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Following this opening Mass, we will observe......
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Mar 2026
We warmly invite all pilgrims, visitors, and members of our community to join us at American Czestochowa for the celebration of the Paschal Triduum — the most sacred time in the Church year, commemorating the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of the Lord. Holy Thursday — April 2 7:00 PM Mass of the Lord’s Supper Main Church Good Friday — April 3 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Confession Main Church 3:00 PM The Liturgy of the Passion and Death of the Lord Main Church 7:00 PM Stations of the Cross (in English......
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Mar 2026
EASTER BAZAAR 2026 The American Czestochowa Welcomes You! A Spring Tradition at the Heart of Polish America Every year, as the Easter season breathes new life into the world, the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA — affectionately known as the American Czestochowa — hosts a beloved event that brings together the faithful, lovers of Polish culture, and anyone in search of unique seasonal treasures: the Easter Bazaar. When and Where? This year’s bazaar takes place on Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.......
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Mar 2026
Brother Tomasz Fabiszewski, born on February 5, 1974, has been walking the path of total consecration to God within the Pauline Order for over a quarter of a century — an Order especially beloved by Our Lady and the guardian of Her miraculous image at Jasna Góra. On March 25, 2026 — the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord — Brother Tomasz celebrates the 25th anniversary of his Perpetual Vows. This is a day of profound gratitude to God for the gift of vocation, for years of faithful service, and for......
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Feb 2026
Dear Brothers and Sisters, As we enter the sacred season of Lent — a time of reflection, remembrance, and renewal — we are especially mindful of those who have gone before us. Lent invites us to pause, to remember, and to honor the lives that shaped our history, our families, and our community. Our cemetery is more than a resting place. It is sacred ground. Within it lies a dedicated section of over 3,000 veterans — men and women who answered the call to serve with courage and sacrifice. Their graves remind......
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