Church leader Crossword Clue

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ELDER

(5 letters)

POPE

(4 letters)

PRIEST

(6 letters)

PARSON

(6 letters)

Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. a person authorized to conduct religious worship
2. only the rose-colored starlings; in some classifications considered a separate genus

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

LEADER (noun)
1. a featured article of merchandise sold at a loss in order to draw customers
2. a person who rules or guides or inspires others
CHURCH (noun)
1. a service conducted in a house of worship
2. a place for public (especially Christian) worship
CHURCH (verb)
1. perform a special church rite or service for

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

ELDER
(5 letters)
POPE
(4 letters)
PRIEST
(6 letters)
PARSON
(6 letters)

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