From July 19th to 25th, an Ignatian event for young people aged 18 to 35, called Magis Polska 2025 , is taking place in various locations across Poland. Participants are primarily students from various academic ministries run by the Jesuits. Participants began with so-called experiments, multi-day workshops designed to prepare participants for a profound experience: the presence of God "in all things."

This year, there are six workshops, located in various parts of the country. "Starting with a horseback riding experiment, then sailing, then mountain biking, then ecological adventures, and culminating in a social experiment for the homeless in Warsaw's Praga district with the Missionaries of Charity," lists Fr. Paweł Sawiak, SJ. "Young people learn to cooperate for the common good and grow spiritually. Several times a day, participants pause to reflect on the present moment through meditation, examination of conscience, and Holy Mass, and share their experiences at the end of the day. Deep relationships are formed, one might even say friendships, because through involvement in various activities, the strongest bonds are forged, including those with God. The result is great joy, satisfaction with life, and a sense of profound rest. These kinds of experiences stay with people for years, especially when they are combined with the spiritual depth hidden in all things, even horseback riding or sailing."

After five days of various experiments, participants will arrive in Lublin to celebrate at the Magis Festival, which will also feature a variety of experiences: group dances, city tours, sports activities, a concert, and a church service. However, the main focus of the program here will be sharing experiences from the experiments.

"What more could you want?" Father Paweł asks rhetorically, explaining that "we know from previous editions of Magis that it is an experience like no other, incomparable to a pilgrimage or retreat. That is why young people in today's world are so enthusiastic about Ignatian events like Magis."