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    Paroisse (en. Parish)

    /pa.ʁwa.s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A geographical division within the organization of the Church.
    Saint-Marie parish is very active in the community.
    La paroisse de Saint-Marie est très active dans la communauté.
    A group of faithful gathered around a church.
    Members of the parish gather every Sunday for mass.
    Les membres de la paroisse se retrouvent chaque dimanche pour la messe.
    The religious and social activity conducted within a parish.
    The parish organizes activities for young people.
    La paroisse organise des activités pour les jeunes.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'parochia', meaning 'community of the faithful'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    troubled parish
    parishes facing financial or participation issues.
    paroisse en difficulté
    virtual parish
    an online religious community.
    paroisse virtuelle
    rural parish
    a parish located in a rural area.
    paroisse de campagne

    Related Words

    parish priest
    Priest in charge of a parish.
    curé
    diocese
    A group of parishes under the jurisdiction of a bishop.
    diocèse
    church
    Building where religious ceremonies take place.
    église

    Slang Meanings

    Parish used to refer to an informal group of people sharing the same interests.
    They form a parish around their love for music.
    Ils forment une paroisse autour de leur passion pour la musique.
    Humorous use of 'parish' to designate a meeting place.
    We are meeting at the friends' parish tonight!
    On se retrouve à la paroisse des amis ce soir !