On June 23, 2024, a celebration took place in London to mark the 29th anniversary of the establishment of the Society of Friends of the John Paul II Foundation in the United Kingdom. At the invitation of President Ewa Szymańska, Fr. Monsignor Dariusz Giers, Administrator of the Foundation, took part in the event.
The celebrations began with a ceremonial Mass at St. Andrew Bobola Church in the Hammersmith-Fulham district, dedicated to the living and deceased members of the Society. During the Mass, Fr. Administrator delivered a special homily, emphasizing the need to safeguard the great legacy of John Paul II’s pontificate and expressing gratitude to the Society members for their long-standing faithful support of the Vatican Foundation.
Following the Mass, a gathering was held at the Polish Social and Cultural Association (POSK), accompanied by a dinner at the “Łowiczanka” restaurant. During the meeting, the current status of the Society was discussed, and commemorative medals of recognition were awarded, including one to Fr. Administrator. The assembly was graced by the presence of Fr. Monsignor Stefan Wylężek, former rector of the Polish Catholic Mission in the UK and long-serving Administrator of the John Paul II Foundation. The event concluded with a vocal and instrumental concert in honor of Saint John Paul II, under the direction of Andrzej Matuszewski.
