Bishop Leszkiewicz to hunters: “All that comes from God’s hand has been given to man”

All that comes from God's hand is given to man, and it is not that hunters are murderers or those who destroy, but are those who order and care for forest management. These are the people who form communities, have good relations between themselves and open hands to help—spoke at Jasna Góra to participants of the 4th National Hunting Pilgrimage Bishop Leszek Leszkiewicz from Tarnow.

This year, participants peculiarly trusted everyone who suffered from flooding. They asked people to begin to appreciate their contribution to the care of nature. Bishop Leszek Leszkiewicz of Tarnów diocese prayed with them.

Eugeniusz Grzeszczak, president of the Management Board of the Polish Hunting Union, Hunter's National, pointed out that the pilgrimage has a peculiar dimension of prayer for all those who suffered from the flood, as well as thanks for the assistance shown. – In a large cataclysm, many people suffered in the south-western part of Poland. Our hunting community with large empathy and solidarity has formulated rescue teams, organized a collection of the most needed things, as well as financial assistance. Polish Hunting Union donated over PLN 2 million to the victims said the National Hunter.

Fr Sylwester Dziedzic, the national chaplain of PZL noted that floods have flooded the fisheries, so now attempts will be made to rebuild biodiversity in flooded areas. He added that the huntsman not only hunts, but besides cares about nature and cares about the game that is threatened with extinction, for it would cease to be without the hunters' help.

– We conduct environmental activities, care for different species of animals. We supply year-round assistance and care for forest management. Now in the autumn-winter period, we'll feed the animals where the largest population exists. – said huntsman Piotr Gacki of Bytomia. In winter forests, alleged lollipops are placed, or wooden posts with a salt cube, which is frequently the only origin of essential minerals for animals.

Bishop Leszek Leszkiewicz of Tarnów diocese prayed with pilgrims at Jasna Góra. He pointed out that although hunters are viewed differently by society, they primarily care about forests and aid others, and so should be taken away. – All that comes from God's hand is given to man, and it is not that hunters are murderers or those who destroy, but are those who order and care for forest management. These are the people who make communities, have good relationships and open hands to help – emphasized the hierarch.

– Unfortunately, your work does not find knowing in everyone, it is spread out to hurtful opinions that hunting is the brutal amusement of people insensitive to the destiny of animals. We live in a time erstwhile we effort to revalue the principles of social life, which besides apply to your profession – said Samuel Pacholski at the beginning of Holy Mass. The Prior of Jasna Góra wished hunters that their labour and care would be of widespread respect and appreciation that brought much satisfaction.

About 140 1000 people belong to the Polish Hunting Union. It is simply a nationwide organization of Polish hunters and hunting circles. Its genesis dates back to the 19th century and the activities of the first Polish hunting associations. The organization is active in conducting the hunting economy, monitoring it, supporting and conducting investigation in hunting, and promoting culture among hunters and society.

Source of KAI / BP @JasnaMountainNews

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