{"id":203509,"date":"2025-11-03T18:46:40","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T17:46:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliviacentre.com\/?p=203509"},"modified":"2025-12-17T11:54:12","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T10:54:12","slug":"maltese-christmas-wafer-at-olivia-centre-become-a-volunteer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliviacentre.com\/en\/im-a-resident\/maltese-christmas-wafer-at-olivia-centre-become-a-volunteer\/","title":{"rendered":"Maltese Christmas Wafer at Olivia Centre. Become a volunteer!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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On December 1, 2025, Olivia Centre will host a special event – the Maltese Christmas Wafer<\/em>\u00a0 (Op\u0142atek Malta\u0144ski) –\u00a0 marking the 24th edition of this festive gathering and the fifth time it will take place in Gda\u0144sk, on the highest floors of Olivia Star. Each year, the event brings together several hundred invited guests. The organization of this exceptional celebration is an initiative of the Polish Association of the Knights of Malta.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Order of Malta: over 860 years of tradition and over 100 years of helping those<\/strong><\/span>
\nThe Order of Malta began its mission in 1154. In Poland, it has been providing aid to those in need for over 100 years through the Polish Association of the Knights of Malta. As part of its charitable work, numerous initiatives are organized – among them one of the most significant, the Maltese Christmas Wafer<\/em>, which in 2025 celebrates its 24th anniversary.<\/p>\n

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The Maltese Wafer: History and Purpose<\/strong><\/span>
\nMalta from Krak\u00f3w, with the support of His Eminence Cardinal Franciszek Macharski. Each year, the event brings together thousands of people in the spirit of Christmas, offering moments of joy, a sense of community, and material support to those facing difficult life circumstances.<\/p>\n

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This year’s edition<\/strong><\/span>
\nIn 2025, the Maltese Christmas Wafer<\/em> will take place in over 30 towns and cities across Poland. In addition to traditional Christmas Eve gift packages containing toys for children, food products, and personal care items, participants will receive emotional support. The initiative focuses not only on material aid but, above all, on shared time together \u2014 bringing companionship to those who are lonely or in need during the festive season. One of its most important aspects is creating a truly special atmosphere. For many guests, it is not just a Christmas Eve dinner, but also a chance to pause, breathe, and step away from everyday challenges. In Gda\u0144sk, it also offers the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking views from the 34th floor of Olivia Star \u2014 the tallest building in Pomerania.<\/p>\n

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At the Christmas Eve table in Olivia, families with children, seniors, individuals living alone, and people with disabilities will once again gather together. The table will be filled with traditional holiday dishes, served to the sound of carols. It is a time spent in warmth and togetherness \u2014 filled with conversation, celebration, and a sense of community.<\/p>\n

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The Tri-City edition of the Maltese Christmas Wafer<\/em> will take place on December 1, 2025, on the 34th floor of Olivia Star. The event will host several hundred guests in need from Gda\u0144sk, Gdynia, and Sopot. Olivia Centre will also welcome, among others, the Mayors of Gda\u0144sk, Gdynia, and Sopot, as well as His Excellency, the Metropolitan Archbishop of Gda\u0144sk.<\/p>\n

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Become a Volunteer!<\/strong><\/span>
\nIt is only thanks to the incredible dedication of our Volunteers that we can create such a special event \u2014 one that fills the Tri-City with kindness, festive warmth, and joy.
If you\u2019d like to be part of this Christmas gathering and join as a Volunteer, please contact Monika Tarnowska<\/strong>, Coordinator of the Maltese Christmas Wafer<\/em> in the Tri-City.<\/p>\n

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Preliminary Volunteer Schedule<\/h3>\n

Friday, November 28 \u2013 Transport to Olivia Star<\/strong>
Deliveries of equipment and gifts will arrive from various locations.
Help will be needed with loading and unloading.<\/p>\n

Sunday, November 30 \u2013 Gift Packing<\/strong>
Location:<\/strong> Olivia Star<\/p>\n

Two volunteer groups:<\/p>\n