Fara s přilehlou branou Parish house

Fara in Sousa, located in the southern part of the same-name village about 4 km southeast of Valašské Meziríč, is not only an important cultural monument protected under no. 100285 since 2003, but also a witness of rich history and architectural changes. This rectory boasts a position on a narrow land next to a cemetery and an old church, which makes it an important part of local culture and spiritual history.

The emergence of a rectory in Merry is closely linked to the Yosefin reforms aimed at thickening the parish network and modernising the administration of the Catholic Church. In 1784 a separate spiritual administration was established in Merry, which led to the position of the rectory in the following year. The first priest became Jan Nepomuk Weiser, who took over the parish administration in October 1785. Dendrochronological dating confirms that the construction was completed during 1785.

Architectural is the rectory in Merry characterized by its non-size and rectangular plan. Standing on a high plinth with three cellars, it has a two-arm staircase with nothing and a sole. The dominant element is the Mansard roof with a windshield. Only the brick pillar gate, which was sanded in 2010, was preserved from the farm's economic background.

The rectory has undergone several structural modifications during its existence. In 1851 there was an exchange of shingles roofing while in 1875 changes were made in the basement areas. In the 20th century, the rectory brought further adjustments, such as replacing shingles with etternite templates and demolition of original chimneys.

The history of the rectory is also recorded by the personalities who have been there. Alfred Konstantin Josef Pchálek (1917-1987) was the last of the priest in the parish. After him, the Zash Farms are being administered by Veselou. Since 2004, part of the farm has been rented to private housing, reflecting its adaptation to modern needs.

Also interesting is the discovery found in 1808 after the death of the priest Ignatius Kresta. Several pieces of furniture, various dishes and a portrait of Emperor Franz I were found on the rectory, which shows the rich cultural heritage that the parish object kept.

Today the rectory in Merry is not only a monument of high historical value, but also a place where you can feel a connection between the past and the present. Its protection as a cultural monument ensures the preservation of this heritage for future generations. Visiting the rectory in Merry offers a unique view of the history and architecture of the region, which makes it a necessary destination for everyone interested in Czech cultural history.