The phrase "local clergyman" refers to a religious person, such as a priest, minister, or pastor, who serves and works within a specific community or area. Full definition
In a ghetto of New York, an Interfaith Counseling Service has been organized with a membership of more than one hundred local clergymen who refer their troubled parishioners to the center for help for a broad variety of problems in living. (religion-online.org)
In fact, several local clergymen have had their adherence to the old adage «forgive and forget» sever More... (westsenecabee.com)
Newly constituted centers, organizing a new board, usually include a local clergyman on the board of directors. (religion-online.org)