parish clerk
A 'parish clerk' plays a pivotal role in the administrative and clerical tasks within a parish, supporting both the church and the parish council.
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Definition
B2Church Administration
(formal)An official responsible for administrative tasks, including record-keeping, financial management, and ensuring legal compliance within a church parish.
Example
- The parish clerk prepared the agenda for the upcoming church meeting.
- He ensured that the parish's financial records were accurately maintained.
B2Liturgical Services
(formal)A person who assists with church services, often leading responses and managing liturgical documentation.
Example
- During the service, the parish clerk led the congregation in the responses.
- She recorded the details of baptisms, marriages, and burials in the parish register.
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