{"id":106100,"date":"2026-10-26T13:47:18","date_gmt":"2026-10-26T12:47:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ofmconv.net\/polonia-casa-di-preghiera-di-san-francesco-dassisi-a-glogowek\/"},"modified":"2026-10-26T13:55:13","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T12:55:13","slug":"polonia-casa-di-preghiera-di-san-francesco-dassisi-a-glogowek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ofmconv.net\/en\/polonia-casa-di-preghiera-di-san-francesco-dassisi-a-glogowek\/","title":{"rendered":"Poland: St. Francis of Assisi House of Prayer in G\u0142og\u00f3wek"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Most of the preliminary work needed to open the St. Francis of Assisi House of Prayer has been completed. The House is located in the former postulancy wing of the friary in G\u0142og\u00f3wek, which belongs to the Province of St. Anthony and Blessed James of Strepar in Poland (Cracow).<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The House of Prayer is intended for those who wish to devote time to silence, personal prayer, and deepening their relationship with God. Its spirituality is rooted in the Franciscan tradition of prayer, silence, and contemplation, with a particular focus on the practice of <em>Lectio Divina<\/em>.<br \/>\nWith the consent of the Minister Provincial, Friar Mariusz KOZIO\u0141, friars may spend time at the House to make individual spiritual retreats. The House can also accommodate individuals seeking spiritual renewal, depending on room availability and the services it can offer.<br \/>\nThe House is not a retreat center in the traditional sense and does not host group retreats. Instead, it welcomes individuals for stays arranged in advance with the House&#8217;s Superiors. Particular attention is given to fostering an atmosphere of contemplation that encourages deeper prayer, reflection, and inner silence.<br \/>\nThe House offers guest rooms and other facilities for a comfortable stay. Guests may also enjoy the friary&#8217;s outdoor grounds, including a beautiful garden that is especially well suited for walks, meditation, and personal prayer.<br \/>\nThe House of Prayer is located in G\u0142og\u00f3wek, in Poland&#8217;s Opole Voivodeship, and is easily accessible by car, train, or bus.<br \/>\nThe invitation is extended to friars, priests, consecrated persons, and lay faithful\u2014both men and women\u2014who wish to devote time to personal prayer, bring greater order to their spiritual lives, and deepen their relationship with God. Guests are invited to make a voluntary donation to help cover the cost of their stay.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact information:<\/strong><br \/>\nSt. Francis of Assisi House of Prayer<br \/>\nul. Klasztorna 3<br \/>\n48-250 G\u0142og\u00f3wek, Opole Voivodeship<br \/>\nTel.: +48 786 883 760<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:dom.modlitwy@franciszkanie.pl\">dom.modlitwy@franciszkanie.pl<\/a><br \/>\nWebsite: <a href=\"https:\/\/dommodlitwy.franciszkanie.pl\/\">dommodlitwy.franciszkanie.pl\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Detailed information about the House and its daily schedule is available on the website. To arrange a stay or request further information, please contact us by phone or email.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">Friar Piotr STANIS\u0141AWCZYK<\/p>\nngg_shortcode_0_placeholder\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most of the preliminary work needed to open the St. Francis of Assisi House of Prayer has been completed. The House is located in the former postulancy wing of the friary in G\u0142og\u00f3wek, which belongs to the Province of St. Anthony and Blessed James of Strepar in Poland (Cracow). 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