presbytery Definition
- 1a body of elders in some Christian churches, elected by local congregations to assist the pastor or minister in spiritual and administrative affairs
- 2the part of a church reserved for the clergy and choir, usually east of the nave but not extending as far as the apse
Using presbytery: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "presbytery" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The presbytery meets once a month to discuss church business.
Example
The choir sings from the presbytery during the service.
presbytery Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with presbytery
a Protestant denomination that adheres to the teachings of John Calvin and follows a presbyterian system of church government
Example
The Presbyterian Church has a strong tradition of lay leadership.
the residence of a parish priest in a Roman Catholic diocese
Example
The Roman Catholic presbytery is located next to the church.
a regional governing body of the Presbyterian Church (USA) in the Philadelphia area
Example
The Presbytery of Philadelphia oversees the work of more than 100 congregations.
Origins of presbytery
from Late Latin 'presbyterium', meaning 'body of elders'
Summary: presbytery in Brief
'Presbytery' [ˈprɛzbɪtəri] refers to either a group of elders in some Christian churches who assist the pastor or minister in spiritual and administrative affairs or the part of a church reserved for the clergy and choir. Examples include 'The presbytery meets once a month to discuss church business.' and 'The choir sings from the presbytery during the service.'
