undershepherd
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9.6
- noun
- /ˈʌndərˌʃɛpərd/
- Jargon
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subpastor
- Many undershepherds play a vital role in church communities.
Examples
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The church hired an undershepherd to support the senior pastor.
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The undershepherd led the congregation in the absence of the senior pastor.
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As an undershepherd, she supported the church's main leader and organized community events.
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The responsibilities of an undershepherd include caring for members and assisting with services.
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During the meeting, the undershepherd shared how he supports the senior pastor in guiding the congregation.
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As an undershepherd, she is responsible for helping the bishop with community outreach programs.
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The undershepherd works closely with the church leaders to ensure their vision is realized within the community.
Synonyms
43
3.4
A person who guides a group's religious beliefs and practices
18
5.4
A Christian priest in charge of a local church
15
4.7
A man who leads services and gives spiritual help in a church
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8.2
A Christian minister in charge of a local church
1
9.9
A bishop who helps the main bishop in a church area called a diocese
A bishop who helps the main bishop of a diocese with church work
How Senior
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Morphology
Etymology
Undershepherd comes from under ('below') and shepherd ('one who looks after sheep'), and because a 'shepherd' is often used for a church leader, an undershepherd is a helper or deputy pastor who serves under the main leader.