priest
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I even had aspirations to become a priest, because I find few things more noble than dedicating your life to helping others.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
They formed a line around the building to be doused with holy water by the parish priest.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
It sparked debates up and down the Golden State as many people at the time still held a high regard for the Franciscan priest who was canonized in 2015.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026
Kilmer was to play a Catholic priest named Fintan.
From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026
Dionysus himself was supposed to be present; his priest had the seat of honor.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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