Poland Letter Writing Guide: Difference between revisions

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The results of writing to parishes can vary greatly. You may get a great deal of information, or you may get no answer at all. Some clergy are willing and able to provide considerable information, while others are not.<br>You can include some small note (eg. 10-20 USD) in the envelope. It can increase a chance to get response, but remember - no warranty.  
The results of writing to parishes can vary greatly. You may get a great deal of information, or you may get no answer at all. Some clergy are willing and able to provide considerable information, while others are not.<br>You can include some small note (eg. 10-20 USD) in the envelope. It can increase a chance to get response, but remember - no warranty.  


[http://www.usc.pl/parafie Here] you can find address of Roman-catholic parish. &nbsp;(Note: you need to use Polist letters to get results).  
[http://www.usc.pl/parafie Here] you can find address of Roman-catholic parish. &nbsp;(Note: you need to use Polish letters to get results).  


Remember that in some cities is more that one parish. Usually you need to determine the oldest one where interesting records probably are kept.
Remember that in some cities is more that one parish. Usually you need to determine the oldest one, where interesting records are probably kept.


=== Church archives  ===
=== Church archives  ===
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