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It's a question of custom. In the Catholic and some protestant churches like the Anglican Churches where the sacramental role of the priest is seen as important, then their clergy are called priests, as priests are given authority to perform sacraments - such as baptism and being the president at the Catholic mass or the Anglican Holy Communion. Of course, the priest is also seen as a teacher, preacher and has a pastoral role, but the sacramental role is seen as the priest's major emphasis. In most of the other protestant churches, the sacramental role of the clergy is not seen as so important, and therefore the 'priest' title is seldom used. Instead, the pastoral, teaching and preaching role is seen as more important and therefore their clergy are referred to as 'pastors' or 'ministers' (from the idea 'to minister to' - meaning 'to take care of') instead. They are still 'priests' in the sacramental sense, as they can still baptise and preside at communion services, but their emphasis is not seen as being here but in the role of pastor instead. So, neither name 'minister/pastor' or 'priest' is wrong - it is just a matter of custom and where the church places the emphasis on the clergy role.
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What is the difference between a temporary pastor and a permanent pastor?
Some churches have a pastor for three years only, they are called temporary pastors. But smaller churches have pastors serving for many years at that church only they are called permanent pastors.--Some very small churches have pastors that are assigned to a bigger church. These may be associate pastors in bigger local churches, and are assigned to these small churches, whereby they are under the supervision of a senior pastor, and gain experience in being a pastor in their own right. In many places these temporary pastors are called Vicars.
Do Lutheran pastors wear wedding rings?
There is no specific requirement for Lutheran pastors to wear wedding rings. It is a personal choice and may vary among individual pastors. Some pastors may choose to wear wedding rings as a symbol of their marriage, while others may not.
Why are American Pastors Marriages Breaking down?
Because so pastors were not called for marriage also some pastors may not have married the one whom G-d has appointed for them also they may have married in the world so the relationship is not HOLY!!
What pastors is part of the illuminati?
Some believe that the Illuminati dissolved centuries ago, and others believe it didn't, but in either case pastors would not be members of it. There is some evidence; however, that some pastors are in favor of a New World Order and some claims that some T.V. preachers have received money from groups that are in favor of a New World Order.
What is the duties of a pastor?
That would depend on the church some "pastors" have full authority and all church business it done by them others do not and some have very little authority
How do you address a letter to two Reverends who are husband and wife?
"The Reverends (his first name) and (her first name) (their last name)" is the proper way to address an envelope. Dear "Reverends (last name)" would be the opening to a letter. If introducing the couple to another person, "These are the reverends (so and so)" would be appropriate.
Are elders and pastors the same?
No, elders and pastors are not the same. Elders are often individuals who provide guidance and leadership in a religious community, whereas pastors are typically ordained ministers who lead a congregation. While some pastors may also serve as elders, not all elders are pastors.
What do you call a leader of a Hindu temple?
Brahmins (Brahmin Reverends) guided by Maha Brahma(Unseen God).
Pentecostal dating rules?
Most pastors teach that both couples need to be Mature and Growing in god. It is a good idea to sit down with your pastor and your parents and have a talk about if you are ready to date. Some Pastors set an age that ranges from 15 - 18. so it is all up to the pastors and parents. and every pastors guidelines are different.
Why is in some places the first year of school is called kindergarten and in others it is called primary?
Some places have a more Germanic heritage than others.
Should you know where your tithe is going?
yes because some pastors take it
Where does the word saint some from?
from the Jews cause years ago saints were pastors
