“A city within a garden.” That was the dream for Nowe Włochy, the Warsaw neighborhood cradling Parafia Świętej Teresy od Dzieciątka Jezus i Męczenników Rzymskich. This parish, dedicated to St. Therese of Lisieux and the Roman Martyrs, stands as a testament to resilience and faith. Parafia Świętej Teresy od Dzieciątka Jezus i Męczenników Rzymskich traces its origins back to 1934, a time when Nowe Włochy was envisioned as a “garden city.” This urban planning concept, popular in the interwar period, aimed to create a harmonious blend of urban living and natural beauty. The original wooden chapel, erected in 1957, was later relocated to Stare Włochy. It became a separate parish in 1976, marking a significant chapter in the history of Parafia Świętej Teresy. The current church, an imposing structure that dominates the landscape, began construction in 1946. The first mass was celebrated within its unfinished walls on December 8, 1953. By 1958, all services were held in the new church. The formal consecration, led by Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński, took place on June 24, 1965. Inside, two monumental paintings by Michael Willmann, dating back to around 1700, adorn the side aisles. “Martyrdom of St. Jude Thaddeus” and “Martyrdom of St. James the Younger,” originally from the Cistercian Abbey in Lubiąż, add a layer of historical and artistic richness to Parafia Świętej Teresy. The parish also includes a cemetery, a silent witness to the passage of time and the lives lived within this community. The spirit of St. Therese, known for her profound faith and simple devotion, permeates Parafia Świętej Teresy. Her words, recalling a home filled with love and faith, resonate with the parish’s own story of growth and dedication. The legacy of Father Julian Chrościcki, the first parish priest who served from 1934 to 1973, is deeply intertwined with Parafia Świętej Teresy. His unwavering commitment, spanning decades, laid the foundation for the vibrant community that exists today. The parish continues to thrive under the guidance of its current priest, Zygmunt Niewęgłowski, appointed in 2009. He carries forward the mission of serving the spiritual needs of the community. Parafia Świętej Teresy od Dzieciątka Jezus i Męczenników Rzymskich stands not only as a place of worship but also as a vital part of the Nowe Włochy community. It embodies the vision of a “city within a garden,” a place where faith, history, and community intertwine.
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