Parishioner (noun)

1. A person who belongs to a particular parish or church community.
2. A member of a parish or church who is involved in its activities and events.
3. A resident of a particular parish or church who is a registered member.

Origin:

From the noun 'parish' + the suffix '-ioner'.

Examples:

1. The parishioners gathered for the Sunday mass.
2. The new priest was greeted warmly by the parishioners.
3. The active parishioners organized a charity drive for the less fortunate.
4. The senior parishioner was remembered fondly for his decades of service.
5. The dedicated parishioners raised funds to renovate the church.