Gdynia Maritime University GMU

Holy Mass was celebrated in Gdansk on Monday at the academic Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on the occasion of the start of the 2022/2023 academic year, as well as the 75th anniversary of the academic pastoral ministry.

The Mass was said by Archbishop Tadeusz Wojda SAC of Gdansk, who also gave a sermon. Assisting him was the Auxiliary Bishop of Gdansk Piotr Przyborek and student chaplains from Tricity universities. During his sermon, the archbishop referred to the Parable of the Good Samaritan and what it means to serve others.

The inaugural Mass was attended by university authorities, flagbearers, professors and academics, administrative staff and numerous students, ensuring a solemn celebration of the Eucharist. After the Mass, refreshment were provided for all in the parish hall.

Taking part were a delegation of students from Gdynia Maritime University, including members of the Guard of Honour bearing the University banner.