What is a priest residence called?

Answer 1

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.

Answer 2

Ah, a priest's residence is called a rectory. It's a place where they can rest, reflect, and prepare for their important work serving their community. Just like how a painter needs a peaceful studio to create their art, a priest needs a comforting space to nourish their spirit and help others.

Answer 3

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'

Answer 4

A 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.

Answer 5

A secular (diocesan) priest usually lives in a rectory. A priest from a religious order may live in a monastery or convent.

Answer 6

Parish priests live in a Rectory.