What is another word for benefice-holder?
Pronunciation: [bˈɛnɪfɪshˈə͡ʊldə] (IPA) 
Benefice-holder refers to a person who holds a position or office in the church, which comes with certain benefits such as a salary, housing, or land. Synonyms for benefice-holder include incumbent, holder, clergyman, rector, curate, parson, trustee, vicar, and priest. These terms all refer to someone who is responsible for leading church services and administering pastoral care in a particular area, and who is granted certain privileges or benefits as a result of their position. While these terms may have slightly different connotations depending on the denomination or region in which they are used, they all refer to someone who is tasked with caring for a particular congregation or parish.
