pastorship

/ˈpæstərˌʃɪp/
noun
  1. The position, role, or term of a pastor (a religious leader of a Christian church).
    • Her pastorship lasted for over twenty years, during which the congregation grew.
    • He accepted the pastorship at the small church in the countryside.
    • The committee is looking for a candidate to fill the pastorship starting next month.
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