laity

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“But in practice, at least among laity, but also many pastors, especially in fundamentalist and evangelical circles, there’s an unspoken understanding that it’s basically true.”

From Slate • Apr. 5, 2024

More recently, he launched a global synod, or listening process, that encourages the laity to share their thoughts, dreams and hopes about the future of the church.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2023

Yet, serious questions remain regarding the “how and why” this scandal continues and an accounting to the laity for the source of funds for the settlements, attorney fees, etc.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 26, 2022

The intense little group must articulate the church’s goals, interview ministerial candidates and present the best applicant to the laity.

From Washington Post • May 3, 2022

There were clerks with neat little skull-caps to keep their tonsures warm, dressed in sober clothes which contrasted with the laity.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White