parishioners

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Churches know better than to hold a second collection every Sunday to cover ordinary expenses, because parishioners may get tired of giving.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

He noted the word “rahi” means “shepherd” in Arabic, and that Al-Rahi was a “true pastor” who had rushed to help wounded parishioners “without hesitation.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Charlie suggested to the local priest the idea of using the parish church's juvenile sodality - a religious group for young parishioners - as the basis for a football league.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Angel now looks like Italy’s PM and parishioners fume.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 3, 2026

Then the parishioners at St. Mary’s pitched in, donating items to furnish the cottage.

From "The Red Umbrella" by Christina Gonzalez