Presbytery

usgb/ˈprezbɪteri/
noun

The part of a church where the priest or minister lives.

The old presbytery is located next to the church.
Visual representation of "presbytery" - The part of a church where the priest or minister lives.

Often appears as...

  • parish presbytery
  • old presbytery
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Housing Term

Refers to a residence provided for church leaders, like priests or ministers.

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The young vicar moved into the presbytery after his ordination.
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Physical Proximity

Commonly found adjacent to or very near the church itself.

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From the church's windows, one could see the presbytery's gardens.
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Cultural Architecture

The architecture of a presbytery may vary depending on the location and its historical period.

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The presbytery was built in the 19th-century Gothic Revival style.
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