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It usually depends on the priest's title; a rector lives in a rectory, a vicar lives in a vicarage and a parson lives in a parsonage.
A Catholic priest usually lives in a parochial house. "Important" Bishops often live in palaces.
The Scottish Presbyterian Church residence is called a 'Manse' - & if the property is later sold for non-church use, the new owner is prohibited from naming the property as 'The Manse'
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoIt usually depends on the priest's title; a rector lives in a rectory, a vicar lives in a vicarage and a parson lives in a parsonage. A Catholic priest usually lives in a parochial house.
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∙ 9y agoA parish priest lives in a home called a rectory. The term rectory is because parish priests used to be called the rector of the parish.
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∙ 12y agoA secular (diocesan) priest usually lives in a rectory. A priest from a religious order may live in a monastery or convent.
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∙ 9y agoParish priests live in a Rectory.
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Why change name from vicarage to rectory?
Originally, the priest who was overseeing a church was called a Vicar. The residence for him was called a vicarage. Then, they called the priest overseeing a church a Rector. The residence for him was called a Rectory. Priests still live in a rectory nearby his church.
What is the Name of building where priest live?
AnswerPriest's residence is called 'Presbytery' , Bishop's and Arch Bishop's places are called 'House', and the Pope's place is 'Palace'
What is the place called where a priest lives?
That would depend upon what type of priest he happens to be. If he is a secular priest he would probably live in a rectory. A rectory is a house, usually near to the Church, set aside for the clergy of that Church to live. If he is a priest of a religious order he might live in a convent or a monastery.
What is the governor general's residence called?
The residence of the Governor general is called Government House.
What is a priest called who follows Catholicism?
Quite simply, he is called a priest.
What is a ruling priest called?
The Parish Priest
Why were the apalachee called the mission Indians?
because u asked me
What is a ruling priest?
A ruling priest is called a Theocrat
What is a Catholic priest title?
the priest is called a father
What is the residence called of Australia?
Australian
What were the priest called during Anglo Saxons?
Priest were called "the druids" during the anglo saxon
What is it called when a priest speaks?
When a priest speaks in Church as part of a Liturgy or Service, it is called a Sermon.
