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    • ANNOUNCEMENTS

      State of the Polish Mission - March 2021

    • ABOUT US

      Polish Mission and Poland Flag

      The Polish Mission's Purpose

      The purpose of the Polish Mission of the Orchard Lake Schools, which were founded in 1885 by Polish immigrants, is to promote Poland and Polish language, culture, tradition, and history for present and future generations. The Polish Mission organizes programs, courses and events that promote Polish and Polish American culture and accomplishments, and maintains a repository for artifacts, archival materials, works of art, and publications. The Polish Mission recognizes that Polish Culture and Catholicism are inextricably linked.

       

      Celem Polskiej Misji funkcjonującej przy szkołach w Orchard Lake założonych w 1885 roku przez polskich imigrantów, jest promocja Polski, języka polskiego, kultury, tradycji i historii dla obecnych i przyszłych pokoleń. Polska Misja organizuje programy, kursy i imprezy okolicznościowe promujące polską i polsko-amerykańską kulturę i osiągnięcia oraz prowadzi repozytorium artefaktów, materiałów archiwalnych, dzieł sztuki i publikacji. Polska Misja jest łącznikiem Szkół Orchard Lake z Polonią i Polską. Polska Misja uznaje, że kultura polska i katolicyzm są ze sobą nierozerwalnie związane.

      Polish Mission Department Financing

      • Polish Mission Dept. is financed almost exclusively by the Edward and Josephine Wikiera Foundation established specifically to promote Polish language & culture.
      • Polish Mission Dept. does receive some voluntary monetary contributions.
      • Polish Mission Dept. does not receive any funding from the Orchard Lake Schools, Corp.
      Polish Mission Occupies Portions of These 5 Buildings

      Very Brief History of the Orchard Lake Schools’ Polish Roots

       

      The Orchard Lake Schools, originally known as the “Polish Seminary,” were founded in the late 19th century when the need arose for priests to minister to the huge numbers of Poles emigrating to the United States at the time. In January 1879, Fr. Leopold Moczygemba, a Polish Franciscan priest, secured permission from Pope Leo XIII to establish a Seminary in the United States to train men for the priesthood to minister to these immigrants. Fr. Moczygemba entrusted this papal charter to Fr. Józef Dąbrowski, another Polish immigrant. In July 1885, the cornerstone was laid for Ss. Cyril and Methodius Seminary on Detroit’s east side. The first class of students enrolled in December 1886.

       

      After 24 years of growth and expansion, larger quarters were required and the Seminary, under Fr. Witold Buchaczkowski, moved to Orchard Lake, Michigan in 1909, some 25 miles northwest of Detroit, scenic grounds of the former Michigan Military Academy. Remodeling and new construction from 1912 through 1928 permitted further growth in enrollment. Three distinct schools: Ss. Cyril and Methodius Seminary, St. Mary’s College and St. Mary’s Preparatory emerged from a restructuring of the Seminary in 1927-28, each with a four-year program. Ss. Cyril and Methodius Seminary and St. Mary’s Preparatory still function to this day. The Seminary boasts graduating over 2,000 seminarians who became ordained priests.

       

      With their deep Polish heritage it is natural that the Orchard Lake Schools are home to the Polish Mission.

       

      Bardzo Krótka Historia Polskich Korzeni Szkół w Orchard Lake​

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      Szkoły w Orchard Lake, pierwotnie znane jako „Polskie Seminarium”, powstały pod koniec XIX wieku, kiedy pojawiła się potrzeba, aby księża służyli ogromnej liczbie Polaków emigrujących w tym czasie do Stanów Zjednoczonych. W styczniu 1879 roku ks. Leopold Moczygemba, polski ksiądz, franciszkanin, uzyskał zgodę Papieża Leona XIII na założenie seminarium w Stanach Zjednoczonych w celu przygotowania mężczyzn do kapłaństwa i posługi polskim imigrantom. Ks. Moczygemba powierzył ten papieski statut jednemu z tych polskich imigrantów, księdzu Józefowi Dąbrowskiemu. W lipcu 1885 we wschodniej części Detroit wmurowano kamień węgielny pod powstające tam Seminarium św. Cyryla i Metodego. Pierwsze zajęcia lekcyjne rozpoczęły się w grudniu 1886 roku.​
       

      Po 24 latach wzrostu i rozwoju zaczęto poszukiwać większej siedziby dla seminarium. W 1909 roku, seminarium pod kierunkiem ks. Witolda Buchaczkowskiego przeniesiono do Orchard Lake w stanie Michigan położonego około 40 kilometrów na północny zachód od Detroit. Były to malownicze tereny dawnej Akademii Wojskowej. Przebudowa już istniejących oraz budowa nowych budynków w latach 1912-1928 pozwoliła na dalszy wzrost liczby studentów. W wyniku restrukturyzacji seminarium w latach 1927-28 powstały trzy różne szkoły: Seminarium Świętych Cyryla i Metodego, St. Mary’s College i St. Mary’s Preparatory. Każda ze szkół miała czteroletni program nauczania. Seminarium Świętych Cyryla i Metodego oraz St. Mary’s Preparatory funkcjonują do dziś. Seminarium wykształciło ponad 2000 seminarzystów, którzy otrzymali święcenia kapłańskie.​

      Biorąc pod uwagę historię szkół w Orchard Lake oraz ich głębokie polskie dziedzictwo, jest rzeczą naturalną, że są one siedzibą Polskiej Misji. ​

       

      More Detailed History of the Orchard Lake Schools

    • Click HERE to read in Polish

      Click HERE to read in English

    • NEWS

      Gen Haller Monument on Campus

      Explaining project to install Gen. Haller monument on Campus.

      Holy Sepulchre Grave Sites Movie for Presentation

      Explaining project to install headstones of veterans at Holy Sepulcher.
    • STAFF

      Polish Mission Staff

      Joseph Majcher

      Acting Director

      Małgorzata Wozny

      Administrator

      Sr. Genowefa Potaczała, Archivist

      Central Archives of Polonia

      Robert Mazur

      Mgr. Galeria, Museum, Art

    • TRUSTEES

      Polish Mission Board of Trustees

      Ann Bankowski

      Ann Bankowski

      Biography

      Mary Ann Harrington

      Biography

      Very Rev. Can. Miroslaw Krol

      Biography

      Joseph Majcher

      Biography

      Stanislaw Z. Majewski, B.S.,D.D.S., M.S.D

      Biography

      Ray Okonski

      Biography

      Wallace Ozog

      Biography

      Waldemar Raczkowski

      Biography

      Richard Walawender

      Biography

      Christopher Wzacny

      Biography

    • Contact Us

      The Polish Mission Dept. is headquartered on the Orchard Lake Schools Campus at 3535 Commerce Rd., Orchard Lake Village, MI 48324
       
      For general information email to PMinfo@orchardlakeschools.com
      The telephone number to the Polish Mission administrative office is 248-392-9272
       
       
      The Polish Mission
      Address: 3535 Commerce Rd., Orchard Lake, MI 48324
      Margaret Wozny, Administrator
      (248) 392-9272
       
      Hours of Operation
      • Polish Mission Administration: Monday – Friday 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
      • Museums, Archives, Rare Book Room: By Appointment Only

      3535 Commerce Rd., Orchard Lake, MI 48324
      248-392-9272
      248-392-9272
      PMinfo@orchardlakeschools.com
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    • ART

      Orchard Lake Schools' Valuable Paintings

      Showing paintings stored in the basement of the Library.

      Gold Coins Morgan

      Explanation of the Morgan Coins.

       

    • ARCHIVES

      Eight sections of the Archives composite

      Defining the 8 Archives Rooms of the Archives of the Ark Bldg.

      OLS Collection in Archives

      OLS Collection Room of the Archives of the Ark Bldg.

      Polish Collection in Archives

      Explanation of the Polish Organizations’ Collection in the Archives.​

      Media Collection

      Polish Media Collection Room of the Archives of the Ark Bldg.

      Liturgical Center Movie

      Shows the Liturgical Center Offices where the Pan Z Wami books are published.​

      THE CENTRAL ARCHIVES OF AMERICAN POLONIA

      ​polisharchives.com

      Rare Book Room Library

      Explanation of rare books in Library basement.​

      Rare Books & Artifacts in Archives

      Explanation of rare books & Artifacts in Archives.​

    • MUSEUMS

      Museum Rooms with Msgr. Milewski

      Explanation of genesis of the Museum Rooms on the Museum Floor of the Ark Bldg.

      Polish Diaspora Room

      Explanation of Polish Diaspora Room in Museum.

      Armor Division Movie

      1st Armor Room in the Museum Floor of the Ark Bldg.

      Polish Army Room AK Movie

      Polish Underground Army Room in the Museum Floor of the Ark Bldg.

      Lotniczy

      Polish Air Force Room in the Museum Floor of the Ark Bldg.

      Tribute to Soldiers

      Tribute to all of the fallen Polish soldiers of WWII.
    • GALERIA

      Galeria Building History

       

      •Originally built in 1888 as part of the Michigan Military Academy, & served as its dining hall

      •Seminary continued to use it as a dining hall until 1919

      •In 1919 it was converted into the Campus Chapel

      •In 1965 it was converted into the Campus Galeria & Visitor’s Lounge

      •Currently it is 133 years old, and has fallen into disrepair, but is in the process of renovation.

      Galeria Status and Directions

      The video explains the details of the Galeria Building's current state.

    • LANGUAGE

      Polish Language

      Although the Fr. Józef Dąbrowski Polish School is not organizationally part of the Orchard Lake Schools, it uses the OLS classroom facilities, and cooperates with the Polish Mission. It offers Polish language classes with elements of Polish history and geography for children ages 4-15. Curriculum also includes teaching about Polish culture and customs. Additionally, Polish School offers religious education classes taught by Polish clerics of Orchard Lake Seminary. Besides learning the Polish language, students are involved in various performances (Christmas play, Christmas carols singing, May 3rd celebration) and art and declamatory contests.

      We encourage children and their parents to take an active role in the Polish School’s life. Additionally, Polish School offers the Polish language classes for adults. Please call the Polish School Director at (586) 242-2077 for more information.

      Click here to visit the Fr J. Dabrowski Polish School website.

       

      Seal of Biliteracy

      The Seal of Biliteracy is a nationally recognized award given by a school, district, or state in recognition of students who have studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation. It highlights students’ communication proficiency, allowing graduates to be easily selected by employers, and embark on a career utilizing their skills. For more information about the Polish Seal of Biliteracy Program follow this link: https://www.piastinstitute.org/seal-of-biliteracy.html

    • LECTURES

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    • POLAND

      Coming Soon!
    • LINKS

      Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan

      THE CENTRAL ARCHIVES OF AMERICAN POLONIA (polisharchives.com)

       

      Polish Consulate in Detroit

       

       

      Polish Consulate in Chicago

       

      World Research Council on Poles Abroad

       

      Polish American Congress Michigan

       

      Polish Varieties Radio Program – Detroit (Saturdays 9:00 to 11:00 EST)

       

      Our Lady of Częstochowa Parish – Sterling Heights

       

      Ss. Cyril & Methodius Seminary in Orchard Lake, MI

       

      Instytut Pamięci Narodowej

       

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