Everytime I pass a catholic church.....?

Question

I notice on the building adjacent to the church, I guess it's where the priest live? Why it's called the Rectory? I am not trying to be disrespectful to my catholic friends. Please no abusive language.

Answer 1

rectory
One entry found.

rectory



Main Entry: rec·to·ry
Pronunciation: \ˈrek-t(ə-)rē\
Function: noun
Inflected Form(s): plural rec·to·ries
Date: 1594
1 : a benefice held by a rector
2 : a residence of a rector or a parish priest

rector
One entry found.

rector



Main Entry: rec·tor
Pronunciation: \ˈrek-tər\
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Latin, from regere to direct — more at right
Date: 14th century
1: one that directs : leader
2 a: a member of the clergy (as of the Protestant Episcopal Church) in charge of a parish b: an incumbent of a Church of England benefice in full possession of its rights c: a Roman Catholic priest directing a church with no pastor or one whose pastor has other duties
3: the head of a university or school

Answer 2

I'm not quite sure why it is called the rectory. Yes, that is where the priest lives and it is also usually where the church office is. Sometimes certain small church groups hold meeting there.

Answer 3

Rector is a translation form the latin word regere, which means ruler. Thus, the rectory is where the ruler or leader of the local community resides.

Answer 4

The Rector is the pastor of a parish.

Thus, a rectory is the place where the pastor (and any assistants) lives.

Answer 5

RECTORY
Originally the residence of the rector of an academic or ecclesiastical institution. Now commonly used in speaking of the residence of the priest in charge of a church or ashrine and his priest assistants.

Answer 6

do you mean ERECTory? eww nasty