St. Lawrence Parish in Rymanów

The Parish of St. Lawrence in Rymanów is a Roman Catholic community belonging to the Rymanów Deanery in the Archdiocese of Przemyśl. The parish territory includes the town of Rymanów and the nearby villages of Ladzin and Posada Górna. The church, built in the late Baroque style between 1779 and 1781, was consecrated in 1788, and its history is rich and full of turmoil. Rymanów gained town rights as early as the 14th century, and the parish was founded in 1412. The church was repeatedly damaged by fires and wartime destruction but was also enriched through various renovations. Many valuable elements date from this period, such as the image of Our Lady of Sorrows, which was crowned by Bishop Pelczar in 1902, and Rococo-style sculptures. The church also acquired famous organs made by the Rieger company in 1887. An interesting feature is the sarcophagus of Józef Ossoliński, the church's founder, located in the crypts. The Rymanów Calvary, a pilgrimage site, was established in the 18th century as a votive offering for the health of Voivode Ossoliński, and the restoration of the destroyed Stations of the Cross was carried out under the leadership of Fr. Franciszek Mróz in 1981. St. Joseph's Shelter, run by the Servant Sisters since 1902, focuses on work with children and the local community, being the only kindergarten in Rymanów after 1990. The parish combines a rich ecclesiastical history with continuous service to the residents, and its architectural and cultural heritage remains a vital part of local tradition.