Curacy
/ˈkjʊrəsi/
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Pro Tip 1/3Church Role
A curacy is specifically related to Christian churches, often within Anglicanism. 
She felt called to serve and took on a curacy in her local parish.
Pro Tip 2/3Professional Step
Taking a curacy is an early career stage for clerics, similar to an apprenticeship. 
After his ordination, he was eager to start his curacy and gain practical experience.
Pro Tip 3/3Not a Priesthood
Curates are not the head priest; they assist the incumbent or rector. 
Although not yet a rector, his curacy allowed him to lead some services and pastoral care.