Jan Skarbek

Jan Skarbek (June 15, 1885, in Paszczyna near Dębica – February 2, 1951) was a Polish Roman Catholic priest, chronicler.

He was active in a number of charity, social and educational organizations, and was also involved in maintaining proper interfaith relations in Oświęcim.

He was involved in helping escapees from the KL Auschwitz camp, including by issuing false baptism records.

On the night of July 1–2, 1942, German policemen arrested the parish priest, treasurer and one of the vicars.

Skarbek actively built good relations with the Jewish community of Oświęcim based on mutual respect.