monsignor

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Representatives from most of Hong Kong's missionary groups were briefed by the monsignor during the meetings.

From Reuters • Jul. 5, 2022

But in general, the Catholic monsignor said he found the press respectful and has come to understand the importance of its role.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 6, 2022

Robert Duvall and Robert De Niro play siblings: Duvall is a detective; De Niro, a Roman Catholic monsignor whose future in the church depends on how his brother handles the case.

From New York Times • Dec. 24, 2021

He is now the monsignor for the Hendred parish which covers two churches - St Mary's in East Hendred, Oxfordshire, and St Patrick's in East Ilsley, Berkshire.

From BBC • Sep. 3, 2021

I had to wait for three days," we read in the memoranda, "and then was reproached and scolded by the monsignor in attendance for coming late.

From Life of Father Hecker by Elliott, Walter