Church Terminology

noun a person who leads a congregation in singing or prayer in a synagogue

• The cantor led the congregation in singing hymns during the church service.
• The cantor has a beautiful voice and always makes the songs sound amazing.
• Yo, did you hear that cantor hitting those high notes? She's got skills!
• The cantor of the forest was the nightingale, whose song filled the air with beauty.

noun a person who takes care of a church and churchyard, typically acting as a gravedigger and bell-ringer

• The sexton is responsible for the maintenance of the church grounds.
• I heard the sexton found a lost wedding ring in the garden.
• The sexton is always out there puttering around the churchyard.
• The sexton of the cemetery is like a guardian of the deceased.

noun A member or follower of the Advent Christian Church, a Christian denomination that believes in the imminent second coming of Christ

adjective Relating to the Advent Christian Church or its beliefs

• The Advent Christian denomination was founded in the mid-19th century.
• My friend is a member of the Advent Christian church.
• I heard that the Advent Christians are having a potluck next weekend.
• Embracing the Advent Christian faith has brought new light into her life.