as in churches
the group ordained to perform clerical functions in the Christian church
when people find out she's a member of the clergy, they suddenly change their manner
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Noun
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His new book paints a varied portrait through courtyards, alleyways and community buildings, whether clan associations or methodist churches, that have offered refuge and camaraderie to generations of Asian diasporas.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025 -
Caleb Combs, a pastor with The River Church and a spokesman for its churches, said Sanford and his family came to an event where individuals who are ready to be baptized can receive the sacrament.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The safety and well-being of all in our parishes, schools and ministries remain our top priority.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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Newsweek has emailed both the Russian defense and foreign ministries for comment.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Clergies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clergies. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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