Meaning of churchperson | Babel Free

Definitions

A person involved with the church; a churchgoer or cleric.

Examples

“Even though the ordination of Ellen Barrett was allowed to stand⟳ because she admitted publically^([sic]) only her orientation, and refused to discuss⟳ the particulars of her relationships, her presence forces churchpeople to consider⟳ on what grounds gay relationships can be sanctioned within the community.”

“He has been portrayed as both a narrow dogmatist and an ecumenical churchperson; a ruthless inquisitor and a sensitive, caring pastor...”

“The level of diction of the person in the street is usually different from that of a high churchperson. The latter might speak⟳ in an "elevated style"...”

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