👉 Parochian is a term used in the context of religious education and pastoral care. It refers to individuals or clergy who are entrusted with the spiritual guidance, care, and support of a specific group of people, such as children, young adults, or elderly. These individuals often provide pastoral care and assistance to those within their immediate community, and can serve as spiritual leaders, teachers, and mentors for these individuals. In many Christian denominations, parochianism is a part of the clergy's