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Incumbent

Official diocesan definition

A 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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