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Catholic Answer
Yes, a priest is a member of the clergy.
From Modern Catholic Dictionary by John A. Hardon, S.J. Doubleday & Co., Inc. Garden City, NY 1980: Clergy. Those specially ordained for Divine Service as deacons, priests, or bishops. In this sense, the clergy form the Church's hierarchy. Entrance into the clerical state now takes place when a man is ordained deacon. Formerly it was at the time he received first tonsure.
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Does co-pastor automatically become pastor when pastor dies?
Sometimes, but usually the church council decides who will become the next pastor. If the church has no council, then the clergy members of the church will come together and decide which one of them will be pastor.
Is an ordained minister considered clergy?
Yes, an ordained minister is considered clergy.
Who ranks higher reverend or the pastor?
The term "reverend" is an honorific title used for clergy members, including pastors, so it does not necessarily rank higher than a pastor. The title "pastor" typically refers to a specific role within a church, while "reverend" is a more general term of respect for clergy members. The ranking of clergy members can vary depending on the specific denomination or religious organization.
Is a priest the same thing as a pastor?
No, a priest and a pastor are not the same thing. A priest is typically a member of the clergy in the Catholic or Orthodox Church, while a pastor is a leader in Protestant denominations.
What is the definition of the word clergyman?
Pastor and Elder. ...................................... clergy, clergy person, minister, preacher, cleric, "man of the cloth," "religious professional." In specific denominations, including the Roman Catholic, Orthodox, Lutheran and Episcopalian churches, clergy may be referred to as priests, and male clergy are addressed as "Father." Clergy also have titles according the hierarchical rank: deacon, archdeacon, bishop, archbishop, cardinal
How do you say pastor in Hebrew?
The Hebrew word Komehr (כומר) refers to any type of Christian clergy, such as a priest, pastor, minister, parson, vicar, reverend, etc. It is a non-specific term.There is no specific term for pastor in Hebrew.
What is a religious vocation?
A religious vocation is a Job in a religious work site be it a pastor or other clergy. it can also be someone who is Considered to be in a HOLY job like overseers of Churches and whole denominations Such as a bishop Abbot Even the pope
What is clergy of Christianity called?
Catholics and orthodox Christians have many levels of their clergy, those who preach are called priests other denominations will call the preachers by either preacher or pastor
Is pastor a word?
Yes, the word pastor is a singular, common, abstract noun; a word for a clergy person, a person in charge of a Christian congregation or church. The word pastor is also a verb for performing the duties of a pastor.
Are Methodists call pastors or reverends?
Reverend, pastor, clergy, minister, preacher...they are all acceptable. It is more of an issue of preference.
Can a pastor elect make decisions for the church before they are installed as the pastor?
This would be entirely up to your congregation and/or supervising clergy. There are definitely places where this is perfectly acceptable and other places where it would be frowned upon.
What is the etmylogy of the word pastor?
There is no Hebrew word that specifically means "pastor". The Hebrew word komehr (כומר) refers to any type of Christian clergy, from any religion. It can mean catholic priest, pastor, minister, parson, reverend, or vicar. In biblical Hebrew, it refers to pagan clergymen, but it modern Hebrew, it refers to any non-Jewish clergy.
