Ordinand

/ˈɔːrdɪnænd/
noun

A person who is getting ready to become a priest, pastor, etc. in some Christian churches.

He was an ordinand at the local theological college preparing for ordination into the church ministry.
Visual representation of "ordinand" - A person who is getting ready to become a priest, pastor, etc. in some Christian churches.

Often appears as...

  • anglican ordinand
  • catholic ordinand
noun

A person who is getting ready to become a priest, pastor, etc. in some Christian churches.

He was an ordinand at the local theological college preparing for ordination into the church ministry.
Visual representation of "ordinand" - A person who is getting ready to become a priest, pastor, etc. in some Christian churches.

Often appears as...

  • anglican ordinand
  • catholic ordinand
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Religious Context

Used specifically within Christian institutions when discussing preparation for clerical roles.

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The ordinands gathered for the final lecture on pastoral care.
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Transition Phase

Highlights the transitional stage of someone moving towards priesthood or ministry.

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She has been an ordinand for two years, anticipating her ordination ceremony next spring.
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Denominational Variance

Reflects different traditions; some denominations may not use this term at all.

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As an Anglican ordinand, he was required to complete a vestry internship.
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Religious Context

Used specifically within Christian institutions when discussing preparation for clerical roles.

Illustration for Religious Context
The ordinands gathered for the final lecture on pastoral care.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Transition Phase

Highlights the transitional stage of someone moving towards priesthood or ministry.

Illustration for Transition Phase
She has been an ordinand for two years, anticipating her ordination ceremony next spring.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Denominational Variance

Reflects different traditions; some denominations may not use this term at all.

Illustration for Denominational Variance
As an Anglican ordinand, he was required to complete a vestry internship.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Religious Context

Used specifically within Christian institutions when discussing preparation for clerical roles.

Illustration for Religious Context
The ordinands gathered for the final lecture on pastoral care.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Transition Phase

Highlights the transitional stage of someone moving towards priesthood or ministry.

Illustration for Transition Phase
She has been an ordinand for two years, anticipating her ordination ceremony next spring.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Denominational Variance

Reflects different traditions; some denominations may not use this term at all.

Illustration for Denominational Variance
As an Anglican ordinand, he was required to complete a vestry internship.
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