Dzieje parafii unickiej pw. Nawiedzenia Najświętszej Marii Panny w Maziłach w świetle osiemnastowiecznych wizytacji kościelnych

Abstract

The work depicts the running of the Uniate Parish of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in Mazily since its formation until its liquidation in the 18th cen-tury. The introduction of the article specifies the geographical location of the parish, its size and the position within the hierarchical structure of the Church. Then, on the basis of an analysis of Chelm Bishops’ post-inspection protocols as well as statistical specifications, the appearance , fittings and ancillary equipment of the parish church and its affil-iated churches are described As far as possible, the author also attempts to make an ac-count of the appearance of the vicarage and its ancillary buildings. Moreover, not only is the list of 4 clergy recreated, but also the Orthodox church benefice is defined. The final part concerns the number of worshipers as well as the number of Holy Communion re-ceivers.