Stanislaus Roman Catholic Church in Hazleton. Luzerne County. Pennsylvania. who will be the guest of honor at a celebration hosted by the Greater Hazleton Area Polonaise Society on Sunday. October 14. 2007. Father Garbacik is being honored for his dedication and support of Polish tradition. heritage. and culture during his 53 years in the priesthood. A son of Polish immigrants. Father Garbacik grew up in a loving home where his mother cared for the family while his father labored in the anthracite mines of northeastern Pennsylvania and also worked as a talented carpenter making and repairing violins. Throughout his years as a parish priest.
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