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Pastors Meaning in English

word · lemma: pastor

ˈpæstɝz
PAS-terz
pˈɑːstəz
PAHST-uhz

Definition

People, especially men or women, who lead a Christian church and guide its members in spiritual matters.

Usage & Nuances

Used mainly in Protestant and some other Christian denominations. 'Pastor' can refer to both men and women. Do not confuse with 'priest' (Catholic or Orthodox). Often used as a title before a name, e.g. Pastor John. The plural 'pastors' refers to more than one church leader.

Example Sentences

The pastors meet every Monday to plan church activities.

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Two new pastors joined our church this year.

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The children listened to the pastors tell Bible stories.

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Our church has three pastors, and each one leads a different service.

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Some pastors organize charity events for the whole community.

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People often turn to their pastors for advice during tough times.

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