Year after year, the Polish community, whether at home or abroad, gathers together to commemorate the 3rd of May Constitution and to honor all the great minds who took part in the creation of this revolutionary document. We celebrate because the constitution symbolizes the spiritual and moral renovation of the Polish nation after a long period of chaos and disorder. We celebrate because the constitution established a democratic philosophy of humanitarianism and tolerance, including entire liberty to all people. And, most of all, we celebrate because the 3rd of May Constitution is not only a milestone in the Polish political and social history, but it is also a landmark in the European tradition, being the second constitution ever written in the world, and a first on the European soil. We’d like to honor the authors of the constitution, who through their extraordinary efforts created this document and proved to the world that Poland would not bow under its oppressors and is an honorable, equal and vital state in Europe.
During Holy Mass, we expressed our appreciation for the leaders of the Polish community in Winnipeg, especially the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 246, who for years have consistently organized special events in our church remembering the 3rd of May and preserving their heritage. We also welcomed for the first time in our parish members of the Polish Combatants Association.
It gave us great pleasure to have welcomed them to the celebration of May 3rd Constitution Day. We believe that their presence allowed the Polish spirit to enrich our day.
