
Clergy Regular
Clergy Regular refers to a group of priests or religious figures in the Christian tradition who both live a communal life and engage actively in ministry outside of their community. Unlike clergy secular, who serve in parishes and live among the general populace, clergy regular follow specific rules or constitutions, often centered around a monastic lifestyle. They focus on prayer, study, and pastoral work, which can include preaching, teaching, or providing spiritual guidance, while also committing to a shared life of discipline and community. Examples include members of religious orders like Benedictines or Jesuits.