prelate

Example Sentences

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Critics say the results have been mixed and have accused Francis of being reluctant to defrock abusive prelates.

From Reuters

Marciano is one of the few prelates to publicly push back against Vigano, a leading Francis critic whose missives are usually ignored by the Catholic hierarchy.

From Seattle Times

He had no choice to take more action than the passive prelates who came before.

From Washington Post

The prelate was allowed to resume pastoral work, a decision that the church said was made by a lower-ranking official without consulting the archbishop.

From Seattle Times

“When I step on the court everyone is terrified,” the tall prelate said.

From New York Times