From you and Maria, with love

Polish communities have also opened their doors to help families who are fleeing Ukraine. One of them is Maria Mroczkowska, who was still grieving her husband’s death when she heard about the conflict in Ukraine. Honoring her husband’s legacy, who was a World War II hero, Maria chose to open the doors of her home in Szczyrk, Poland to more than 50 survivors.

“My husband would give everything to help other people. Now I opened this house—which has been my dream for years—and gave them everything. I gave them my heart, I gave them my time,” Maria smiles.

Despite her extraordinary generosity, taking care of many people can be extremely challenging. That is why Operation Blessing works hand in hand with DNA Church in Poland to support Ukrainian families and Polish individuals who help them. The team brought relief to Szczyrk to support Maria and the Ukrainian families seeking shelter in her home. History books will remember the momentous events and major details about the conflict in Ukraine, but for those involved, these little moments of love and humanity are something that they will never forget, “It is always inspiring to see people from other countries extend love to those who need it. Thank you very much!” Maria shared.