Pastor (en. Pastor)

/pás.tor/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person responsible for the spiritual care of those in need.
The pastor of our church teaches lessons every Sunday.
Ang pastor ng aming simbahan ay nagtuturo ng mga aral tuwing Linggo.
A religious leader who delivers sermons or speeches to followers.
His sermons inspired many in our community.
Ang kanyang mga sermon ay naghatid ng inspirasyon sa marami sa aming komunidad.
A leader in the church who helps people in their spiritual journey.
The pastor is always ready to listen to the problems of his members.
Ang pastor ay laging handang makinig sa mga problema ng kanyang mga miyembro.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'pastor' meaning 'church worker'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

church pastors
Referring to the leaders of the church who have the responsibility for spiritual care.
mga pastor ng simbahan
pastoral assistance
Advice or guidance given by a pastor.
tulong ng pastor

Related Words

church
A place of worship and gathering for people for religious activities.
simbahan
community
A group of people holding common interests or beliefs.
komunidad

Slang Meanings

Father of the church
Pastor Juan is the father of the church here in the neighborhood.
Si Pastor Juan ang tatay ng simbahan dito sa barangay.
Bishop
Bishop said that unity in the church is important.
Sabi ni Bishop, mahalaga ang pagkakaisa sa simbahan.
Spiritual guidance counselor
The pastor is the spiritual guidance counselor of the people in the church.
Si Pastor ang guidance counselor ng espiritu ng mga tao sa simbahan.