Sanctuary of Divine Mercy
Sanctuary of Divine Mercy
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Maks matej C
131 contributions
Apr 2019
The site of the building originally housed the neo-Gothic monastery complex of the Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy (founded in 1862), which was designed by Charles Zaremba and was built between 1889–1891. In 1966, the remains of Sister Faustina were moved to the church. In 1968 Cardinal Karol Wojtyła (later Pope John Paul II) designated the church as a shrine, thanks to the remains of Sister Faustina.
Written 7 March 2020
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Rita022014
Beirut, Lebanon89 contributions
Dec 2019
The place is fantastic. Tram # 8 from hotel INX design (7 stations). The chapel opens at 12 noon where there is the original photo of Jesus. It's very exiting to see the original photo. The statue of Jean Paul II is superbe . you have to visit this place.
Written 21 January 2020
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Charmane W
Port Elizabeth, South Africa72 contributions
Aug 2019
We spent a week in Krakow with the hope of visiting the Sanctuary. It was a day visit and we arrived with the bus about 1km away from the Divine Mercy Basillica. We visited the Chapel to arrive to a Divine Mercy nun taking her final proffession. It was a unique experience and very touching and beautiful. Although the Mass was in Polish it felt quite at home to be a part of this service. We then stayed for another Mass in the main Basillica in English. The feeling of the place was quiet and rewarding. There is a restuarant where one can buy food inexpensively. Also, other facilities. The a few shops to purchase your relics and religious items too.A hotel is also available but was a bit too expensive for our budget. The Divine Mercy Centre is a little out of town but, easy to reach.
Written 29 December 2019
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Roger D
3 contributions
Nov 2019
I came to Krakow primarily to visit with Saint Faustina. It was a beautiful experience. Sitting in the old St Joseph Chapel with her mortal remains in a casket below the Miraculous Image of Merciful Jesus was the highlight of my trip.
Written 14 November 2019
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Mary C
Drogheda, Ireland372 contributions
Nov 2019
My friend on our trip is devoted to the Diving Mercy and so wished to visit this Church/Bascillica. We arrived just in time for the 10.30 mass, confession and visited the remains of Saint Faustina. We all benefited from our friends devotation. We took a taxi from Krakow to the Sanctuary.
Written 11 November 2019
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fqtravellernd
Singapore, Singapore155 contributions
Oct 2019
A very peaceful place where you can spend time in prayer and feel the great depth of love and mercy. The whole place makes one feel so at peace and so ready to go meet God. We were in time for the Divine Mercy chaplet at 3pm followed by Holy Mass, in the Basilica... such a holy ground to be in. Will definitely want to come back to this beautiful sanctuary again.
Written 11 November 2019
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Sean Roy D
Perth, Australia138 contributions
Sep 2019
The Sanctuary of the Divine Mercy is set on a height and so you get beautiful views outside. The church itself is very big and modern. Its a great place to pray, meditate and be at peace with God. We attended the local mass which was a great experience. Thereafter we visited St. Faustina's resting place and convent. She is the saint that gave us the beautiful and miraculous 'Divine Mercy' prayer which when recited at 3.00 pm provides divine help for those seeking peace and help. It has truly worked miracles in many peoples lives and especially in our family. This visit was a great experience and holds special value for Catholics and believers. But it can help others too all you need to do is give God a chance.
Written 30 October 2019
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Craig K
Canada6 contributions
Sep 2019
My wife and I loved our visit to The Sanctuary of Divine Mercy. Beautiful buildings with incredible interiors. The tribute to Saint Faustista was beautiful.
Written 1 October 2019
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Andreas Andi M
32 contributions
Sep 2019
This place very peace and feel positive energy. We are keen to visit and spent for almost 36 hours to kneel and to put behind our daily problems.
Written 30 September 2019
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astrid n
Cobourg, Canada191 contributions
Sep 2019
The new sanctuary, dedicated to St. John Paul II resembles a ship, with the pope at the helm. It is very modern, open and spacious inside. The old shrine, on the other hand, where the image of the Divine Mercy is enshrined is cozy and small. In this building is a replica of the cell of St. Faustina, as well as her bones in a cask beneath the image. Its a place of prayer.
Written 22 September 2019
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Mary C
Drogheda, Ireland372 contributions
Hi, any idea how much a taxi would cost from central Krakow to the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy (for 3 people) thanking you
firasyousif68
Sterling Heights, MI36 contributions
I am staying on the main square of Krakow, what are the transportation means to the Sanctuary? appreciate an info. thanks
PatriciaInes_del_sur
Buenos Aires, Argentina12 contributions
Hi Firasyousif68, hope you are doing great. I ll try to help. Near your place you will fond the hotel IBIS that i near the a tram station Politeknica (on Paiwa Street). Take tram 19 with direction Lagiewinski, yo will get to the Santuarium. Drop of at Station Sanctuarium (it is about 17 stops). From there you have about 3 blocks on the left. Hope it helps.
They don t speak much english at the Santuarium, but polish and italian. If you need more information, just let me know.
Regards. Enjoy
lardinoismitch
Eijsden, The Netherlands
Wat is de prijs voor een bezoek aan het historische klooster en het nieuwe kapel. We gaan er zelf met de auto naar toe. Is het mogelijk om naar binnen te gaan in de gebouwen?
carolinna10
kuala lumpur, malaysia3 contributions
What are mass times on Sunday
kenneth f
malta27 contributions
We had our own priest who celebrated mass in a quiet side chapel. But here is the lnfo to help you:
GENERAL SERVICES IN THE CHAPEL
Weekdays
6:30 – Holy Mass
7:15 – Matins
12:00 – 17:00 Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
13:15 – Liturgical prayer of the day
15:00 – Prayer at the Hour of Mercy and the Chaplet of The Divine Mercy
17:00 – Holy Mass
18:40 – Vespers
19:00 – Worship and Compline
20:30 – The Rosary
21:00 – Marian Call
Sundays and Holidays
7:00 – Holy Mass (live broadcast by TVP 1)
8:30 – Holy Mass
12:00 – 19:00 Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
13:15 – Liturgical prayer of the day
15:00 – Prayer at the Hour of Mercy and the Chaplet of The Divine Mercy
18:30 – Service
19:00 – Holy Mass
20:30 – Rosary
21:00 – Marian Call
Daily
Confession: 6:00 – 6:30; 14:30 – 15:30; 17:00 – 17:30
Every Tuesday
16:40 – Novena and Mass in honour of St. Sister Faustina
Every Thursday
17:00 – Holy Mass to The Divine Mercy. Intention: petitions and thanksgivings
The first Friday of the month
19:00 – Holy Mass
The third Friday of the month
17:00 – Holy Mass to The Divine Mercy. Intention: for the homeland, the whole world, and donors
Second, fourth and fifth Friday of the month
18:30 – Holy Mass (live broadcast by TVP 3)
thanks for asking
barryary
Singapore, Singapore
Hi there - just a quick question...which tram that one should take - say from Mercure Hotel Krakow Stare Miastro - to go to Sanctuary of Divine Mercy and where you hoped on and off the train.
Many thanks in advance,
Barry
Paul
Liverpool, United Kingdom283 contributions
I took a taxi as it was inexpensive and dropped myself and wife off right outside the entrance, he came back two hours later and took us back to the centre.
Kathleen M
2 contributions
Hi I am staying with my elderly uncle at the Farmona Hotel and Spa
I am wondering where are the steps from Zakapone main road across the railway line
I cant reach them on Google Map.
Sorry about the spelling but the steps seem to be in a large shopping park in the area if that helps.
EmTravelNow
Atlanta49 contributions
Hi. I think you will need to walk up the road to the entrance. I don't remember using steps. The road is fairly steep uphill.
Isabelle0502
County Galway, Ireland2 contributions
Could you please tell me what the weather would like at the end of Oct/ early November for visiting the Divine Mercy Shrine. Would it be quite cold/ dark early? Many thanks and blessings. Isabelle.
Cheryl M
Karachi22 contributions
Best time to visit would be during April/May.
Krystyna T
1 contribution
Best way to get to get to the sanctuary from the centre of Krako
eppechips1
Gibraltar16 contributions
I got a taxi and it does not take that long 20 minutes he most give or take and not expensive either. I believe you can also get a train but because I was pressed for time I felt it necessary to get a taxi which drops you off right there and there's usually taxis there waiting for the return or you can always request one from the hotel next to the sanctuary.
CintaNingkan
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
May i know if there is any link to the hostel at the sanctuary which i read it is run by nuns. It is because i am interested to stay at the hostel hence i need the details on price and amenities. thanks
Merechat2
Killeen, TX173 contributions
There is, but Tripadvisor won't let me post it! You can look it up on this site under Pastoral House of the Sanctuary of the Divine Mercy. It's a wonderful place to stay! You can also Google it under the same name.
Sanctuary of Divine Mercy, Krakow
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