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What is the platform in a church where the priest stands to speak to people called?
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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.
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 do you call a priest in a church?
The priest is generally greeted as 'Father' by the lay people.
Is the person in charge of a Greek Orthodox church called a priest or a pastor or something else?
He is the Priest.
What is a district that is the responsibility of a particular priest?
A district under the care of a particular priest or church is called a parish.
Who leads the prayers in an Eastern Orthodox Church?
These are led by the priest in Church. Lay people do not lead prayers in Church. In some instances, such as during Vigil services, the priest will start the prayers, and then lay people continue to read them. But where a priest is present with lay people, only he can lead the prayers.
How did priest earned money?
Donations from people attending church.
How priest earned money?
Donations from people attending church.
What does a priest do in a church?
A priest in the Catholic Church is a man called from the faithful to be another Christ. He administers the sacraments, he preaches, but his main duty is to offer the sacrifice of the altar, to stand as Christ offering His Body and Blood to the Father for our salvation. He is to be Christ for the people and to bring them to Him.
What is a cleric ranked below a priest called?
The cleric that is ranked below a priest is the Deacon. The Deacon is only ranked higher than the people of the church and usually only serves one church. Deacons may be married, while priests may not.
Does priest mean leader?
Yes, it does because a Priest in a Church is not a follower, but he leads people and yes it does mean leader.
What is the part of the church called where the priest gets ready for mass?
Sacristy.
