parish
//ˈpærɪʃ//
Translation
parish
Definition
A parish is a local church community or a specific geographical area within a diocese that has its own church and a priest. In many Christian denominations, particularly Catholicism and Anglicanism, a parish serves as the basic administrative unit for religious activities, including worship, education, and community events. The term can also refer to the group of people who belong to that church community. Parishes often have defined boundaries and may include multiple villages or neighborhoods. In some countries, such as England, the term 'parish' also has civil administrative functions, but in this context, we focus on the religious meaning.
Example
“The new priest was assigned to a small rural parish in the mountains.”
“Every Sunday, the entire parish gathers for mass at the local church.”
“She has been a devoted member of this parish for over thirty years.”
“The parish council organized a fundraiser to repair the church roof.”
“Our parish runs a food bank that serves hundreds of families each month.”
“The bishop visited the parish to confirm the young members of the community.”
“He was baptized in this parish and later married here as well.”
“The parish boundaries extend from the river to the main highway.”
“Volunteers from the parish helped clean up the park after the storm.”
“The parish newsletter is published every month to keep everyone informed.”
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