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Incumbent
Official diocesan definitionA cleric to whom the Bishop has designated the care of a parish. Incumbents are appointed by the Bishop on the recommendation of a Parish Selection Committee.
Also called
Incumbents
Source
Definitions are based on the Church Terminology glossary of the Anglican Diocese of Toronto. Last verified 2026-08-05.
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