Religious Roles

Bishop – RCS

Roman Catholic sign

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Bishop. This is the Roman Catholic sign for Bishop. In the Roman Catholic church a Bishop is the spiritual leader of a geographical area known as a diocese.

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Canon (Honorary Title)

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Canon (Honorary Title). Honorary title for a person who acts as an adviser to a Cathedral and bishop.

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Cantor

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Cantor (Latin term for a singer). The member of a choir who sings solo passages to which the congregation responds.

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Cardinal – RCS

Roman Catholic sign

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Cardinal. A Roman Catholic sign for Cardinal. A bishop or archbishop selected by the Pope to support him in his work. When required, the group (or ‘college’) of cardinals is responsible for selecting a new Pope.

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Chair of the District (Methodist)

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Chair of the District (Methodist). The overall leader of the group of Methodist churches within a geographical area.

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Churchwarden

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Churchwarden. A lay (non-ordained) officer in a local church, with administrative and other duties.

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