pastors

noun
UK /ˈpɑːstəz/
US /ˈpæstərz/

People who lead and care for a church group.

The pastors welcomed everyone to the Sunday service.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Plural form of pastor, meaning a religious leader of a congregation.

Several pastors attended the community meeting.

3. People who guide or shepherd others in a caring way.

The teachers acted as pastors to the new students.

4. In some churches, ordained leaders who preach and teach.

The pastors took turns giving the sermon each week.