The Pope has ordered a visitation in the Polish diocese

The Bielsko-Żywiec diocese is undergoing an apostolic visitation ordered by Pope Leon XIV, led by Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski. The purpose of this visitation is to assess the functioning of the diocese and determine if further intervention is necessary. Canon law expert Dr. Bolesław Dùllek explained that the visitation aims to establish facts, evaluate governance practices, and identify proportional measures. Recent controversies in the diocese include cases of clerical abuse, notably involving former priest Jan Wodniak, who was removed from the priesthood after being implicated in sexual offenses. The situation remains tense, particularly regarding the case of former pastor Zborek, who lost his position due to violations of canon law, sparking protests from parishioners.