pastorate
noun 3
Definitions
noun
1
The role or responsibilities of a pastor.
The old pastor found his pastorate wearying, and longed to retire.
2
The period of service of a particular pastor to their congregation; their term of office.
His pastorate had been marked by several changes in church policy with regards to community outreach.
3
An organization or body consisting of multiple pastors.
At the denomination's annual conference, the pastorate had passed a bylaw prohibiting members from performing online marriage ceremonies.
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