Presbytery (noun)

1. 1. The office or jurisdiction of a presbyter or elder in the Presbyterian Church.
2. 2. A Presbyterian church building or the part of a church building reserved for the use of the ministers and elders.

Origin:

Derived from the greek word 'presbuteros' meaning 'elder'.

Examples:

1. The presbytery was responsible for overseeing the spiritual needs of the congregation.
2. The presbytery met to discuss the ordination of new ministers.
3. The presbytery had a large library filled with theological books and resources.
4. The members of the presbytery gathered in the sanctuary for worship.
5. The presbytery was responsible for conducting disciplinary actions against members of the congregation.