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The distinctive garments worn by leaders during a worship service.

The elected lay governing body of a congregation that, together with clergy, is responsible for temporal, financial, and administrative affairs as well as support of mission and ministry.

Lowercase.

Latin for «the middle way.» A term popularized in the 19th century that characterizes Anglicanism as a middle way between Roman Catholicism and Puritanism. Used in The Episcopal Church to describe a theological and practical approach that seeks balance between polarities.

A priest appointed by and accountable to the bishop to lead a mission congregation, a congregation under the authority of the bishop.

A vicar’s residence.

One word. The committee used the videconferencing platform to interview candidates.

A service at night prior to Easter or a major feast or other important observance.

A third-century Spanish deacon and martyr, tortured to death under Emperor Diocletian. Feast day: Jan. 22.