Presbyter (noun)

1. A member of the Presbyterian Church.
2. A senior member of the clergy in some Christian denominations, especially Presbyterian and Anglican.
3. An elected minister or elder in Presbyterian churches who participates in governance and worship.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french presbitre, via latin from greek presbýteros 'elder'.

Examples:

1. The presbyter was elected by the congregation to serve as a spiritual leader.
2. The presbyters met to discuss the future of the church.
3. The presbyterian form of government emphasizes the role of elected lay leaders.
4. The presbyters of the church were responsible for overseeing the spiritual well-being of the congregation.
5. In the Presbyterian Church, the role of the presbyter is to govern and to teach.