Christian Ministry Roles

noun the office, term, or jurisdiction of a pastor

• The new minister was appointed to the pastorate of the church.
• The pastor just started his new pastorate at the church.
• The church just got a new guy in the pastorate.
• Taking on the pastorate of the church is like taking on a whole new world of responsibility.

noun a position or role of an acolyte, typically in a religious context

• After years of study and dedication, he was finally granted the acolythate by the church.
• She's been working towards her acolythate for a while now, almost there!
• Getting that acolythate was no easy feat, but he nailed it.
• Earning the acolythate symbolized his commitment and devotion to his beliefs.