rector

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Rocha began his career as a math teacher and later became rector of Sinaloa Autonomous University.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Father Fred Wekesa, the rector of the Saint Augustine Basilica at Annaba where Leo will celebrate mass, said the pope's upcoming visit would give his small flock a "message of encouragement and solidarity".

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Wille is rector of All Saints’ Episcopal Church in the North Side neighborhood of Ravenswood, known for its historic homes, tree-lined streets, vibrant arts scene and craft breweries.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Her father was the rector of two parishes and ran a small boys’ school to supplement the family’s meager income.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025

I thought he was going to march right up to the podium and have a word with the rector.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez