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About the priest

Q. What is the difference between a priest and a pastor?

A. Both refer to Christian clergy, but "priest" refers to clergy in the Catholic Church and Eastern Orthodox Church, and "pastor" refers to clergy in Protestant churches. Priest (priest) is an honorific title used when addressing people. His job title is "priest." "Pastor" is also a job title, but it is also used to address people. Toyoshima Church is a Catholic church, so we have a "priest".

Q: What does a priest do?

A. A priest is a clergyman whose mission is mission and pastoral care (teaching) and who administers the sacraments (link). In the Catholic Church, priesthood is limited to lifelong celibacy.

Q. Can I talk to the priest?

A. Yes, it's okay. Please contact the church for details.

Q. Who are sisters (nuns) and what do they do?

A. Sisters belong to a religious order, take vows of poverty (no personal property), chastity (lifelong celibacy), and obedience, and live a life of prayer and service. Some sisters work in schools, hospitals, welfare facilities, etc. There are also sisters who live a life of prayer, labor, and contemplation within the monastery.

In addition, if you have any concerns or doubts about something that is not listed above, please contact us.

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