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rector

[rek-ter] / ˈrɛk tər /


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Wille is rector of All Saints’ Episcopal Church in the North Side neighborhood of Ravenswood, known for its historic homes, tree-lined streets, vibrant arts scene and craft breweries.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

At Holy Trinity in Guildford the rector, Simon Butler, is pushing ahead with his stand-alone blessings out of frustration with the bishops' recent announcement.

From BBC • Dec. 24, 2025

"After political parties, media and NGOs, universities must be put under pressure," says Nina Doborjginidze, rector of Ilia State University.

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025

Perhaps these specks were once family photos, diplomas hanging on walls, maybe even pages from the hymn books in the burned-down church where the spouse of one of my wife’s colleagues is the rector.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2025

The wily old rector at Leeds noticed my feverish scribbling, and a small scandal ensued.

From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood