The Polish Orthodox Church has concluded its centennial celebrations of autocephaly, as reported by orthodox.pl. The jubilee was marked by a series of nationwide events, including conferences, symposia, lectures, festivals, church music concerts, art exhibitions, and educational competitions. Documentaries highlighting the Church's history and its prominent figures were also created.

According to the Polish Church’s official website, the central liturgical celebrations took place on August 19, 2024, at the Holy Mount Grabarka during the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord. One hundred commemorative crosses were erected there. Another significant date was November 13, the anniversary of the signing of the Act of Independence of the Polish Autocephalous Orthodox Church. On this day, a liturgy was celebrated at the Cathedral of Saint Sophia, led by Metropolitan Sawa with the participation of the Holy Synod and numerous clergy. He was greeted with words originally spoken during his first visit to the parish in 1983 by a young parishioner who now sings in the church choir.

After the Gospel reading, Archbishop Paisjusz of Przemyśl and Gorlice delivered a sermon, reminding the faithful of the importance of Holy Scripture in the life of an Orthodox Christian. He emphasized that all answers to life’s questions are found in the Bible and urged believers to cherish sacred symbols, particularly the Cross of the Lord, as a sign of salvation and faith.

Metropolitan Sawa highlighted the symbolism of the centennial coinciding with the 45th anniversary of his episcopal service. He stressed the importance of preserving Orthodox traditions brought to Poland by Saints Cyril and Methodius. He expressed gratitude to God for the trials and joys that have shaped the Church over the past century. He also thanked clergy and laity for their support and dedication, reminding them that the Orthodox faith is not only a heritage of the past but also a hope for a future filled with God’s grace and mercy.

Metropolitan Sawa awarded the Order of Saint Mary Magdalene to Bishops Paul and Barsanuphius, acknowledging their contributions to the Church. In return, Archbishop Abel of Lublin and Chełm presented Metropolitan Sawa with an icon of Christ Pantocrator.

The jubilee celebrations underscore the enduring significance of the Polish Orthodox Church’s legacy, emphasizing its commitment to spiritual and cultural preservation while looking forward to a future of divine blessings and unity.